Fashion designers in China have embraced the Christmas spirit this year, transforming the ancient Han dress into festive colors and styles.
Hanfu, or ethnic Han clothing, date back 4,000 years and typically features a sweeping robe depicting dragons or lotus flowers, a cross collar, wide sleeves and a sash.
But just as designers have done with the kimono in Japan, China’s Hanfu has been dramatically reworked too.
Yet while many young people have welcomed putting a Christmas spin on the centuries-old attire, Hanfu traditionalists remain concerned at such innovations, said Tan Ningijng, the brand director of Guanzhi Weavings, one of China’s largest online Hanfu stores.
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Dec 24, 2020