How Many Ming Dynasty Phoenix Crowns Are There?
The phoenix crown and xiapei were the go-to wedding outfits for brides in ancient times. Every girl probably dreams of this—rocking a Ming dynasty phoenix…
Tag: Ming Dynasty Styling
Hanfu Buttons Unveiled: Myths About Ming & Qing Dynasty Clothing
“Buttons, the perfect match for a destined love. You latch onto me, I latch onto you, holding tight together, forming a pair that leans on…
Exploring Clothing Across Chinese Dynasties
1. Han Dynasty Clothing Han Dynasty outfits didn’t get official rules until Emperor Ming’s Yongping Year 2 in Eastern Han. Key pieces included robes, Zhan…
A One-Minute Look at the Charm of Ming-Style Hanfu
Discover the grandeur of Ming Dynasty Hanfu (明朝汉服), the last Han-ruled imperial fashion that reshaped traditional Chinese clothing for 276 years. Blending Zhou, Han, Tang, and Song…
Hanfu Styles: Ming Dynasty Flying Fish Robe
If you’ve caught the epic Ming dynasty film Embroidered Spring Blade, you’ve seen the Jinyiwei (imperial guards) stealing the show with their flying fish robes…
Ming Dynasty Styling Guide: Di Ji (䯼髻, Ornamental Bun)
The Di Ji hairstyle, an iconic Ming dynasty creation, elevates Hanfu with its ornate charm. Known as the “ornamental bun,” this style transformed from simple…