Hanfu covers all traditional clothing worn by Han people across thousands of Chinese dynasties. Each era created unique cuts, silhouettes and matching accessories. This guide breaks down core hanfu shapes from Spring & Autumn all the way to the Ming Dynasty.
Spring & Autumn / Warring States Period (770–221 BC)
The earliest standardized hanfu style appeared in this era. The main shape is shenyi, a one-piece wrap robe with straight cut. Wide long sleeves and layered fabric represented ancient Chinese etiquette. Simple plain fabric and minimal embroidery were mainstream at that time.
Han Dynasty (202 BC–220 AD)
Ruqun became the most popular daily hanfu set. A short upper garment pairs with a long floor-length skirt, tied high at the waist. Han people loved soft silk fabric and subtle cloud embroidery patterns. This light casual style laid the foundation for later Tang hanfu design.
Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD)
Tang hanfu is famous for loose, flowing silhouettes and bold aesthetic. Two iconic styles dominate: high-waisted qixiong ruqun and wide-sleeve daxiushan. Light sheer chiffon, large floral embroidery and low-cut layered tops fit open Tang aesthetics. Our store supplies lightweight Tang chiffon hanfu for photoshoots and daily wear.
Song Dynasty (960–1279 AD)
Song hanfu turned gentle, slim and modest with restrained cuts. Beizi, a long thin open overcoat, became the signature daily outer layer. Small floral patterns, muted soft colors and slim waist cuts fit Song elegant aesthetics. Most Song-style outfits suit quiet cultural events and casual daily use.
Ming Dynasty (1368–1644 AD)
Ming hanfu is the most complete, well-preserved traditional hanfu system today. Classic iconic pieces include mamianqun, pifeng, shan and liling tops. Exquisite heavy embroidery, structured layered cuts and modest long sleeves are core features. Ming hanfu works perfectly for weddings, festivals and formal cultural ceremonies. We offer a full range of embroidered Ming hanfu and matching mamianqun sets for global buyers.
Match Your Hanfu With Traditional Accessories
Every dynasty hanfu pairs with exclusive oriental ornaments. Classic picks include dragon phoenix yingluo necklaces, carved hair pins and embroidered waist sashes. Visit our hanfu accessory collection to find matching jewelry for your Ming or Tang outfit.
Shop Authentic Hanfu At Samius Global
We handcraft historically accurate Ming and Tang hanfu with premium breathable fabric. All sizes fit multicultural customers across Malaysia, Singapore, USA and UK. All orders over $120 qualify for free tracked worldwide shipping, with a 30-day exchange policy. Browse our full hanfu collection to explore all classic dynasty styles.