Straight from the era of China's only Empress: Wu Zetian.
Clothing from her reign was called Wu Zhou clothing, or Wu Zhou Fu 武周服, and reflected the power, status, and confidence that Empress Wu Zetian had given Chinese women.
Made from beautiful brocade fabrics, the Beizi 背子 was a quintissential piece of Early Tang hanfu. With patterns of flying phoenixes and floral emblems, the vibrant colors of ancient murals are brought back to life.
Pair the Beizi 背子 over a the matching honeydew patterned Shan 衫 with contrast brocaded cuffs. And finally finish off with the Poqun 破裙, or "broken skirt", a classic Tang garment made up of multiple strips of fabric sewn together.
Materials:
- Phoenix Brocade Beizi 背子 - 100% polyester brocade
- Honeydew Shan 衫 - 100% polyester jacquard
- 6-panel Poqun 破裙 - 100% polyester
Shawl in photos is the .
This item has a 7 day construction period.
About the brand: 青泠谷
青泠谷, or Qingling Valley Hanfu, is one of those stores that knows they shine in a niche dynasty and dive head first into it! And we love to see it because Qingling Valley makes the best, accurate recreation hanfu of rare Early Tang and Sui murals. Qingling is a go to for those of us with a love of the Wu Zhou period, with 4.9 stars on Taobao across the board, their quality and recreations are unparalleled.
SIZING INFORMATION
Note that Chinese sizes are smaller than US sizes. To avoid wrong sizings, please refer to the sizing chart in the photos. Please measure in centimeters.
CLEANING INFORMATION
Please hand wash carefully as to not ruin the embroidery, jewels, or buttons. Please air dry the clothes on a hanger. Hand washing and air drying also extends the life of your hanfu. For ironing, please use lowest heat setting or steam out the wrinkles.
