Nowadays, Hanfu is no longer exclusive to film, television dramas or the cultural field. Driven by its mission in the times, Hanfu has broken out of its traditional boundaries, stepped onto the streets, integrated into modern life, and gradually become a new favorite in the fashion industry, winning the love of many people. Whether it is the solemn and magnificent men’s style or the elegant and graceful women’s style, Hanfu is entering everyone’s daily life with a brand-new look. Now, let’s learn about the styles, designs, patterns and matching of popular Hanfu.
Popular Hanfu Styles
In the wave of reviving Hanfu culture, the design of Hanfu styles presents a clever combination and wonderful collision of tradition and modernity. Whether in the workplace, on the street or in daily life scenarios, the diverse forms of Hanfu showcase its charm all the time.
Among the currently popular men’s Hanfu styles, the Tang-style round-collar robe and the Ming-style Daopao are the mainstream choices.
The Tang-style round-collar robe is favored mainly due to its loose and comfortable design. It is mostly made of high-quality cotton-linen or silk satin. The round collar of the robe looks elegant and magnificent, often decorated with exquisite embroidery or silk patterns. It can well highlight a man’s temperament and bring a bright and fresh visual experience.
The Ming-style Daopao has become popular because its simple lines and symmetrical design reflect the sense of solemnity in Confucian culture. It meets the aesthetic needs of men today who pursue cleanliness, appropriateness and extraordinary charm. The Daopao itself is relatively simple, easy to wear, and available in a variety of colors, leaving great room for matching.
There are many styles of popular women’s Hanfu nowadays. However, the most popular one is the Mianmian skirt, followed by the Tang-style chest-high Ruqun , the Song-style Ruqun and the Beizi. The combination of “Mianmian skirt + jacket” caters to women’s current demand for looking elegant and showing their figures. It not only satisfies the aesthetic sense but also allows people to experience the unique charm of Hanfu. The high-waist design of the Mianmian skirt can elongate the body proportion, making it suitable for wearing in all four seasons. Matched with embroidered short jackets or knitted sweaters, it can be easily worn in both daily life and commuting occasions. This year’s popular Hanfu tops adopt a three-in-one design of jacquard technology, elaborate embroidery and zhuanghua gold weaving. This design can perfectly match various Mianmian skirts. Different designs are made at the cuffs to meet the wearing needs of different body shapes.
Popular Modern Hanfu Styles
The design of modern Hanfu pays more and more attention to the combination of practicality and fashion. Designers integrate modern life wisdom and practical life needs into traditional styles, enabling Hanfu to truly enter ordinary people’s homes with great inclusiveness. For example, the originally wide cuffs of the Warring States robe have been adjusted to pipa sleeves (a type of sleeve shaped like a pipa) that are roughly the same size as the arm circumference. This design modification can not only retain the ancient charm but also avoid obstacles during meals or daily activities. The design of the waistband incorporates modern adjustable elastic bands and memory steel bones, which can truly fit the waist curve. The skirt head has also been specially widened to 8 centimeters, perfectly solving the embarrassing situation of “exposing the small belly” which is common in Hanfu.
In terms of the pattern design of popular Hanfu, the design of current new Chinese-style Hanfu extracts classic elements such as bamboo, butterflies and landscapes, and combines them with modern elements like polka dots, dynamic lines and hidden patterns. This integration has created many patterns with great originality and new styles.
Accessories for Matching Popular Hanfu
For popular Hanfu styles, not only efforts need to be made in the selection of styles and shapes, but also accessories play a crucial role in adding the finishing touch to the overall Hanfu look. In modern times, the selection of accessories does not have to deliberately follow ancient systems, and many contemporary accessories can also match the style of Hanfu. For instance, a pearl waist chain can replace the traditional leather belt. It can tighten the waist and is more in line with modern aesthetics, making it suitable for matching with robes, Beizi and other Hanfu styles. Accessories such as tassel earrings and jade bracelets can create a high-end customized look with a small budget. Besides, fashionable mesh hats and retro wind-up bags can also be matched with modern popular Hanfu in an improved way, forming a unique scene.
Finally, if you are ready to buy Hanfu in a store, apart from the above aspects, you must also consider the color of the popular Hanfu. The main factors to consider are skin tone and occasion. As for skin tone, I believe everyone knows it well. For daily wear, choose low-saturation colors; for taking photos, high-saturation colors are a good choice.
