Saturday, September 6, 2008

Cultural and Historical Costumes

I like costumes from China, whether is different historical period or different ethnic groups. And I wish one day people will know hanfu is part of Chinese culture and history too, just like costumes from the 55 others ethnic groups.

I don't really agree that some people criticize other culture and their costumes, esp in some hanfu forums, which may cause some negative impression on the hans. Each culture got their pros and cons. And as global citizens, we can learn from each other.

I think hanfu is nice. And qing zhuang is nice, and so as the miao's 苗 etc, etc.

When there are events and festivals, Japanese and Korean would wear their traditional costumes (Kimono and Hanbok). Such as the Adult ritual, Japanese will would kimono, or fireworks gala, they hear yukata. Or sometimes I see Indian ladies wear saree as daily wear, going on buses. And in places such as 麗江古城,and Tibet, you can still see sometimes people wear their traditional costumes.

I wish one day the Hans will do the same or similar too. I like hanfu, since I was a kid, I think it's very nice and pretty. And I think it's neccessary for people to know that hanfu is part of Chinese culture and history too, and it should be keep and preserve.

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