Product Name:
White Lily of the Valley Hanfu Hairpin
Materials:
Ebony, synthetic beads, glass, acetate
Specifications:
Approximately 13cm when inserted into hair, tassel approximately 9.5cm
Features:
Fresh and high-end feeling
Appearance Style:
Adopting traditional Chinese ebony combined with white lily of the valley, the overall look is fresh and refined.
The meaning of hairpins
In ancient China, hairpins were far more than just hair ornaments. They held deep cultural and social significance.
For women, a hairpin was a symbol of maturity—often gifted when a girl came of age, marking her transition to adulthood. It also represented virtue and elegance, with delicate designs reflecting one’s status and taste.
In relationships, hairpins carried romantic weight. A man might gift a hairpin to his beloved as a token of commitment, while a broken hairpin could signal a severed bond.
Crafted from materials like jade, gold, or wood, each hairpin’s material and carving told stories—from floral motifs symbolizing purity to phoenix patterns representing nobility. They were silent witnesses to life’s milestones, embodying tradition, dignity, and emotional connections across generations.
