In the ancient costume drama No Worries Ferry, Zuer Song’s Tang Dynasty-style bun appears simple yet elegant. The hair accessories on her temples, not overly exaggerated, perfectly complement her facial features. So, what exactly are these hair accessories called? Well, they are decorative hair ornaments. Initially, combs, Bi (篦), and Huadian (花钿) were worn on […]
Just as Tagore described, “Every open rose brings me the greetings of that rose in the eternal spring.” And as Bei Dao interpreted spring precisely, “This is spring, the wildly beating heart disturbs the floating clouds in the water.” What is really disturbed? Is it the heart, or the long – awaited desire to embrace […]
Qipao, with its profound cultural heritage and sartorial charm, has served as a unique muse for countless artists, inspiring diverse expressions and creations. Today, I’d like to explore the different charms and beauty of Qipao as depicted in paintings. Xu Beihong, a foundational figure in modern Chinese art, was one of the most influential painters […]
Whenever people mention the aesthetic standards of the Tang Dynasty, nine out of ten will say, ‘Of course, plumpness was considered beautiful!’ Many plus – sized girls have been teased with comments like, ‘If you went back to the Tang Dynasty, you’d definitely be a beauty.’ But was Tang Dynasty aesthetics really that rigid? Let’s […]
Do you also think that commoners in ancient times, like those portrayed in historical dramas, mostly wore coarse linen clothes? You might not know that ancient people also had a few decent outfits for special occasions such as festivals, visiting relatives, or attending weddings. Some have asked why we don’t discuss commoners’ clothing, assuming the […]
Today, I want to talk about the patterns and prints of Qipao. Prints are the soul of a Qipao, a distinct marker that lights up the dress, sets its style, and reflects the wearer’s artistic charm. In traditional Chinese culture, they’re not just decoration; they carry auspicious meanings, adding cultural depth to the Qipao. The […]
Cheongsam is a gem of Chinese fashion, a symbol of Chinese women’s beauty, and the most glorious part of Chinese clothing culture. It represents the Oriental beauty in the eyes of Westerners and the idealized interpretation of female beauty in the hearts of the East. It is graceful yet reserved, gentle and elegant yet full […]
In historical Cdramas, we often come across women sporting exaggerated and voluminous hairstyles, like the Ming-style makeup in When the Wild Geese Return and the Tang-style makeup in The National Beauty and Fragrance. Netizens can’t help but wonder: Did ancient people really have such astonishing hair volume? The answer is no. It wasn’t necessarily that […]
It turns out that there’s not nothing under the skirts! In the ancient costume drama The Ferryman of Peace and Tranquility, the image of the puppet wearing pants is truly eye – catching. It seems that female characters rarely wear pants. After reading this, you can boldly say: Ancient women also wore leggings under their […]
Recently, the new drama A Good Match for Chen and Jin starring Ren Min and Ci Sha started filming. Netizens directly called out the costumes they wore, saying, “These clothes are so bad. Change them quickly!” Why did netizens say so? The costume style of this drama is in the Ming Dynasty style. In Ming-style […]
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