Tang Dynasty Women Rocking Men’s Clothes
It’s not weird for women to wear men’s outfits these days—think “unisex” vibes. Back in the Tang Dynasty, tons of women were obsessed with men’s…
Tag: Hanfu
Hanfu Q&A
Q: If you’re wearing Hanfu, why not pair it with cloth shoes? A: Hanfu is modern wear, so mixing it with today’s shoes? Totally fine!…
Did the Wide-Sleeve Effect Really Exist in Ancient China?
The hemline theory from the 1920s and 30s—where skirt lengths supposedly danced to the tune of economic ups and downs—still gets thrown around like a…
Huaxia Wedding: Cherishing Memories of Years Past, Growing Old Together with Love
The Five Rites Comprehensive Study notes that since the Later Qi, whether for emperors or commoners, weddings followed six steps: “1. Na Cai (proposal), 2.…
How Did Ancient People Clean Silk Clothes Before Dry Cleaning Took Off?
When modern folks wear Hanfu, they probably grab non-silk options the most. Why? True silk clothes often mean a dry-cleaning headache. So here’s the question:…
How to Snap Stunning Hanfu CP Photos
Today, I’m sharing tips on how to capture gorgeous CP (couple) photos—perfect for you and your bestie! Have you ever teamed up with a friend…
7 Tricks to Rock a Round Fan in Hanfu Photography!
This tutorial is all about how to use a fan (especially a round one) in Hanfu photoshoots to make models and compositions pop. Let’s be…
Common Hanfu Styles: Solve the Mystery on the Streets!
Walking down the street, people around you can’t figure out your Hanfu clothing type—help them out with pics and this guide! This overview introduces the…
How to Appreciate the Beauty of Hanfu
Traditional Chinese Hanfu doesn’t mean “Han Dynasty clothing”—it’s a broad term for the traditional ethnic dress of China’s Han people, one of the world’s oldest…
Han Ethnic Traditional Attire: Not Just for Women
Overview of Han Ethnic Traditional Attire Hanfu, short for Han Ethnic Traditional Attire, also called Hanfu clothing, Han robes, or Huafu, spans from Emperor Huangdi’s…