Qin & Han Dynasty Hanfu

Qin-Han was composed of the Qin Dynasty and the Han Dynasty, between 221 BC and 220 AD, or 440 years. For women in the Qin-Han period, the main Hanfu types were the Zhiju robe with a straight front and the Quju robe with a curved front. Later, the Ruqun gave women another elegant choice.

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The Qin-Han period consists of the Qin Dynasty and the Han Dynasty. The Qin Dynasty was founded by Emperor Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor in Chinese history to complete the unification of the country.

The Qin Dynasty lasted from 221 BC to 207 BC. The Han Dynasty was established by Liu Bang after his victory in the Chu-Han Contention. It spanned from 202 BC to 220 AD.

The two dynasties existed for approximately 440 years. Hanfu during the Qin-Han period mainly included Zhiju (straight-front) robes and Quju (curved-front) robes. The Qin Dynasty favored the color black, regarding it as a noble color. In the middle and late Han Dynasty, the Zhiju robe, which was more convenient and comfortable to wear, gradually became popular. Women's Zhiju robes were generally loose, with two types of sleeves: wide sleeves were mostly used for ceremonial robes, while narrow sleeves were more for daily wear. They were embroidered with delicate patterns at the collar, cuffs, and hem.

The emergence of the Ruqun provided another elegant option for Han Dynasty women. The upper ru was usually a short garment, usually above the waist. The sleeves also came in wide and narrow styles, with narrow sleeves being convenient for work and wide sleeves being more aesthetically pleasing. The lower skirt was mostly a long skirt with a large hem, often embroidered with various patterns.

Each Hanfu robe is exquisitely crafted, fully demonstrating elegance and mystery. Compared with modern or other period clothing, its wide sleeves and flowing hems have a unique charm, as if telling stories of the past. The delicate patterns on these Hanfu robes are inspired by nature, mythology, and the social hierarchy, elevating them to wearable art.

These Hanfu robes are of great significance. They have had a profound impact on the development of fashion, laid the foundation for women's Hanfu, and passed down precious design secrets. Owning one such Hanfu robe is truly an investment in cultural heritage. Don't miss this rare opportunity to treasure a piece of history.