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…
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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…
Rediscovering the Waist-High Ruqun of Late Ming Women
The waist-high ruqun, a hallmark of late Ming fashion, redefined Chinese Hanfu clothing with its vibrant skirt-over-top style. Unlike traditional top-over-skirt designs, late Ming women…
Hanfu Guide: Ming Dynasty
Ming Dynasty hanfu is a stunning representation of traditional Chinese clothing, blending elegance, practicality, and a deep sense of history. Worn between 1368 and 1644,…