Yu Pei 玉佩 (Jade Pendant), Chinese Jade Accessory
We often see Yu Pei (Chinese: 玉佩 ; pinyin: yù pèi) or Jade Pendant in historical and costume films/dramas. Why is Yu Pei always around...
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Bian Mian 便面, Ancient Chinese Women Go Out With A “Knife”?
July 9, 2023
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Bian Mian 便面, Ancient Chinese Women Go Out With A “Knife”? In ancient times, there was a kind of “knife”, which could neither be used...
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History & Use of Traditional Chinese Fan
June 6, 2023
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What does a traditional Chinese fan look like? Although they are no longer available in material form, according to Mr. Shen Congwen’s speculation, traditional Chinese...
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Zi Mu Kou 子母扣, Ming Dynasty Hanfu Button
March 29, 2023
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Zi Mu Kou (Chinese: 子母扣 ; pinyin: zǐ mǔ kòu), is a common accessory in Ming dynasty hanfu. Zi Mu Kou Styles 1. Zi Mu...
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Bijia 比甲, Hanfu Vest
September 25, 2022
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Bijia (Chinese: 比甲 ; pinyin: bǐ jiǎ) is a sleeveless and collarless vest that is split into both sides. Bijia was popular in the Yuan...
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What is Ruqun Hanfu?
September 16, 2022
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Ruqun (Chinese: 襦裙 ; pinyin: rú qún) is a set of Hanfu consisting of a short jacket usually called ru (Chinese: 襦 ; pinyin: rú...
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