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In the Cdrama When the Wild Geese Return, Chen Duling’s post – marriage hairstyle surprised viewers: ‘Why is this married hairstyle so odd? The ends just stick straight up!’ In fact, this is the Sanlvtou (三绺头), a style popular among Han women in the late Ming Dynasty. The hairstyle features a ‘wild goose tail’ at […]
Women understand women best. The cheongsam girls in her paintings are well – known internationally! The second installment of the cheongsam series by the artist has arrived. In the previous issue, we mainly talked about the female cheongsam moments painted by male painters. Today, let’s discuss how female painters shape female beauty, and what different […]
Sometimes, it feels awkward to see characters in TV dramas wearing large – sleeved outfits for outings, meals, dates, fights, or even sleeping. Were ancient clothes really all about big sleeves? How inconvenient would it be to use the restroom? Are historical drama sleeves getting even larger these days? One netizen joked: ‘So big you […]
Whether watching period dramas or wearing traditional Hanfu, the topic of posture often brings up sloping shoulders, with Liu Yifei being a classic example. So, does classical aesthetics truly equate to sloping shoulders? A recent article on Ming Dynasty undergarments sparked a lengthy debate about the classical aesthetics of sloping versus square shoulders. Today, let’s […]
This is a rather special share today. Recently, at the Guardian Art Center in Beijing, there was an exceptionally rare and once – in – a – decade exhibition of traditional Chinese attire—the Qing Dynasty Court Embroidery Exhibition. The exhibition traces the timeline from the early to the late Qing Dynasty, focusing primarily on the […]
Recently, I’ve been reading A Treasury of Cheongsams Worn by Chinese Aristocratic Families written by Song Luxia and Xu Jingcan. This book is set against the backdrop of those Chinese aristocratic families that once shone brightly and endured on the historical and political stage. The cheongsam, as the central element throughout this backdrop, is like […]
In the historical drama ‘Hua Jian Ling,’ Ju Jingyi’s red and blue dress, adorned with petal – like decorations, left a deep impression. Did such clothing actually exist? Let’s start with the conclusion. This triangular decorative piece can be referred to as ‘Gui’ or ‘Chui Shao,’ named for its resemblance to a jade tablet. Clothing […]
It’s time for another session of sharing cheongsam details. In previous issues, we’ve talked about the types of handmade frog buttons on cheongsams, the collar and sleeve styles, and the exquisite front – placket patterns. Today, I’d like to discuss the slits, which play a crucial role in the overall design of cheongsams. Don’t underestimate […]
The beauty of gardenias and jasmines intertwined is truly unforgettable. In the previous feature, we briefly introduced Anna May Wong. Those familiar with Chinese – American actors in Hollywood surely know this name. Even if not, you’ve probably seen her iconic photos. With big bright eyes, classic willow – leaf eyebrows, high cheekbones, and a […]
It’s unclear when it started, but almost all heroines and heroes in ancient – costume dramas now sport high ponytails, and the ‘armor battle – damaged makeup’ trend has also become popular. Netizens point out that high ponytails can actually hit the face during martial arts practice, which is quite painful. The mass replication of […]
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