It’s that time of the year when those with a piece of Cheongsam would dust it off in preparation for the Chinese New Year. Somewhere, lurking in the dark, is Cheongsam’s Lost Twin—The Manchurian Riding Jacket. While the Cheongsam enjoyed its 20th century glamour by being closely associated to the Chinese feminist movement at the […]| Hanfugirl
Jadeite, was neither indigenous to the Chinese, nor considered jade by traditional Chinese terms. This article traces the origin of the name Feicui for Jadeite, and how jadeite turned from a valueless Jade-wannabe stone, to its celebrity status today. This is part of the Jaded series leading up to the Chinese New Year celebration.| Hanfugirl