The Beauty of Hanfu

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Hanfu of each dynasty has its own characteristics in terms of style, color, accessories, etc.:
 

Hanfu in the Wei and Jin periods was known for its graceful, flowing style and emphasis on personal expression. Men’s and women’s clothing featured wide sleeves, loose cuts, and long, trailing garments, creating a relaxed and elegant silhouette.

Lightweight materials and layered outfits were popular, often in soft, muted colors.Influenced by the rise of metaphysical thought and literati culture, clothing reflected a pursuit of spiritual freedom and aesthetic refinement. 

Tang Dynasty Hanfu was open, vibrant, and diverse, reflecting the dynasty’s cultural prosperity. Men wore round-collared robes, banbi (half-sleeves), and high-waisted belts, while women favored wide-sleeved tops with long skirts, shawls, and high-waisted styles.

Bold colors and luxurious fabrics were common, with rich embroidery and patterns like floral, cloud, and phoenix motifs symbolizing elegance and fortune. The Tang style embraced freedom and innovation, making it a golden age of Hanfu development.

Song Dynasty Hanfu featured simplicity and elegance, blending practicality with etiquette. Men wore round-necked robes, straight-cut garments, and jackets with belts, while women wore ru skirts, jackets, and half-sleeves with graceful lines.

Clothing favored refined, muted colors and detailed craftsmanship. Official attire had clear ranks, with auspicious patterns like flying fish, lions, and clouds. Song clothing inherited tradition while focusing on daily wear, marking a key stage in Hanfu’s evolution.

For an image of a woman in a Ma Mian Qun: "A woman wearing a beautiful Ming - dynasty Ma Mian Qun, with its characteristic pleats and elegant pattern

Men in the Ming Dynasty wore round-necked robes, straight robes, and yisas with jade belts and futou. Women wore layered ru skirts, vests, and capes, featuring dignified styles. Clothing emphasized etiquette, with officials in patched and dragon robes.

Colors and patterns reflected rank, silk was commonly used, and embroidery was exquisite. Auspicious motifs like clouds, dragons, and flowers were popular, giving the overall style a gorgeous and solemn character—an important representation of traditional Hanfu.

Clothing in the Qing Dynasty was influenced by the Manchus. Men’s clothing was mainly long gowns and jackets, while women wore straight cheongsams with flower-pot shoes and flag heads.

Clothing was clearly divided into different levels. The nobles wore silk and fur, while the common people mostly wore cotton cloth, and the embroidery craftsmanship was exquisite.

Men mainly wore Zhongshan and Western suits, while women favored simplified jackets, skirts, and improved cheongsams with fitted cuts and slits.

Western influence led to more tailored styles and minimal accessories, reflecting a blend of old and new cultures.Hanfu elements remained in weddings, funerals, and opera costumes, such as the phoenix crown, shawl, and horse-faced skirt.

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