The hanfu ruqun is made up of a short top and a long dress. The top or jacket is referred to as Ru, whereas the skirt or long dress is called qun. It can have short or long sleeves. Ru is also a synonym for other items like the Shan and Ao. Ruqun broadly covers clothing set with a separate upper garment and draping lower garment. It can also have a Banbi and a shawl. The banbi is half-armed, especially for summer. Clothing forms with tops and bottoms are referred to as shang yi xia chang, shang yi being the top, and xia chang the bottom. Ruqun is worn by both men and women, although it is more common among women. It can be classified using different features which give it different names, including those highlighted below. It appeared in the Warring States period and was worn through the Ming and Qing dynasties. A ruqun with a cross collar is jiaoling ruqun, with a straight collar is known as a dui-jin ruqun, and a U-shaped collar is a tanling ruqun. When categorized using waist position, the ruqun is divided into zhongyao ruqun, middle-waist, gaoyao ruqun, high-waist ruqun, and qixiong, the chest ruqun. The obvious feature that set it apart in hanfu is the very short shirt garment and the skirt garment that sits very high, usually right below the collarbone. These two categories can further be subdivided, meaning that the ruqun hanfu is very broad and can be confusing, especially for newbies. You can accessorize the ruqun up or down depending on the kind of look you wish to achieve. With the right shoes, too, you can be as modern or vintage as desired. Every look is possible with a ruqun. The eyes are quickly drawn to the shiny, colorful floral details on the wide cuffs, wide belt, and collar. It comes with a scarf matching the color of the floral areas. The rest of the ruqun is white, making it appear neat. You can wear this to weddings, birthday parties, festivals, and other functions. This is a high waist multi-colored ruqun. It oozes beauty and elegance in a simple, realistic design that will make your body feel treasured. The belt has beautiful Chinese elements with a musical instrument displayed in such a way that you can hear the music flowing with your eyes. The long skirt is printed with white snowflakes but remains soft and calming. It works well with the soft light blue top, which flows in unison with the bottom. This dress passes as formal or casual wear, and you will only need to dress it up or down to achieve the desired results. The sweet floral embroidery further pops it on the shoulders running down the sleeve symmetrically; the same details are on the waist sash ends and are beautiful, especially when the sash falls over the black qun. The wine red color of the ru is striking and very appealing. The middle waist qun is solid black with a stunning drape you will love on your body. It is a bold hanfu that does not require overwhelming accessories or makeup. The Chinese elements on the collar and upper sleeves are most beautiful and give a beautiful edge to the otherwise simple set. The ankle length allows you to show off the shoes you choose to wear with the hanfu. The upper garment is red, and the bottom is black and pleated for the perfect skirt drape. It is more of a uniform but will make a fabulous choice for casual affairs, including festivals and holidays. This is a Qiyao ruqun hanfu consisting of a skirt, a blouse, and a big-sleeved coat. Step out in matching outfits with this unisex ruqun. These might sound like a lot, but looking at the dress, they all come together very well, creating a perfect gray outfit that is not boring. The top is left white, whereas the skirt is gray, printed with beautiful mythical creatures and other floral and Chinese elements. The material used for this ruqun hanfu is light, soft, and very comfortable; you can easily run your errands wearing this hanfu and not be weighed down. This is a chest waist ruqun comprised of a bright red ru with exquisite embroidery on the sleeves. The qun is grayish blue with minimalist Chinese decorations at the bottom. Its beauty will compel you to add it to your wardrobe; it is a hanfu you will want to wear daily. You will love how the skirt hem turns into a red sheer-like look that matches the red at the top. The design exposes the legs a little and then is completely covered with an inner lining as you go up the skirt. This ruqun also has a red scarf with intricate Chinese shapes. More people want to associate with this traditional garment with Chinese origins for the love of the culture and unique design. When buying your first hanfu, pay attention to the types and then choose according to what you find most appealing. Hanfu clothing’s popularity continues to rise. Apart from the hanfu type, the fabrics and patterns are also important. It would help if you went for a hanfu that keeps you comfortable in the right season. With the varieties, you will find pieces you can enjoy, even during cold winter days and hot summer ones. The embroidery and prints also play a huge role in the overall appearance of your hanfu. They can be bold and daring or simple and very elegant. Go for what you feel you can pull off comfortably. Let your inner person guide you because you will only be as comfortable and confident as you are inwards.
