Song Dynasty Women’s Summer Secret: Beixin 背心
When we think of Hanfu, the image that often comes to mind is long flowing robes with wide or narrow...
13 September 2025
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2025
This Was One of My First Hanfu
This was one of my first Hanfu… It’s not historically accurate or from a specific dynasty— But back then, I...
28 June 2025
How I Fell in Love with Traditional Chinese Clothing
Background Music: 《画中游》- 王秋实 This is my story—How I fell in love with traditional Chinese clothing 💫 It all...
19 April 2025
2024
The Ancients Stand Still Under The Scorching Sun? | 古人竟然在烈日之下站着不动？
Did the ancients stand still under the scorching sun? The most convenient and efficient way to protect against the sun...
7 September 2024
Fang Xin Qu Ling 方心曲领, Song Dynasty Round White Collar
The official uniforms of the various dynasties are different, and each has its style. We often find in dramas/films set...
14 August 2024
How Did The Ancient Chinese Carry Small Items ?
In ancient China, how did the ancients take small things with them when they went out?
2 March 2024
2023
Common Types of Hanfu Sleeves
1. Pipa Sleeve (琵琶袖 ; pí pá xiù) Pipa sleeves are a type of sleeve often seen in Ming dynasty...
16 December 2023
Ancient China Round Collar Robe, Yuanlingpao 圆领袍
In ancient China, no matter the weather, as long as you went to court, you would definitely see a “rainbow”....
9 December 2023
History Of Jiaoling Youren 交领右衽
Jiaoling Youren collar is one of the most prominent features of Hanfu. Jiaoling Youren (交领右衽, cross-collar-and-right-wrapped, the left lapel covers...
30 September 2023
Mamianqun 马面裙, Ming & Qing Dynasties Horse Face Skirt
Why is the Mamianqun (马面裙 ; mǎ miàn qún) called Horse Face Skirt? Is it because it looks like a...
16 September 2023