The hype about Chinese hanfu continues to suck many people in, and it is possible that you already have one in your closet or are looking to have one or add to an existing collection. Whatever the case, the hanfu market is wide enough to accommodate all preferences, and among the options, you will find is fairy hanfu. Fairy hanfu dresses have a beautiful drape that will make you feel like you are floating through the air. They make some of the best casual hanfu choices and are usually in very sweet colors you will love.
If you are starting with hanfu, then you will be wondering what the best way to clean your fairy hanfu is. You also need to maintain it properly for it to serve you for a long time. When cleaning your hanfu, the fabric is the major factor in guiding you through the process. After familiarizing yourself with the material, remember that the dirtiest parts include the collar edge and lower skirt; hence you will need to pay attention here to avoid yellowing.
Hemp and cottonĀ ā Hand washing is best if your fairy hanfu is made from these fabrics. If at all you want to use a washing machine, choose the gentle wash and not for longer than thirty minutes. In case it needs soaking, let it be less than thirteen minutes. After washing, dry the hanfu in a cool area and away from sunlight as it can yellow the fabrics. When it is time to store your hanfu, warm iron it, fold it flat, and put it into a storage bag to keep mildew at bay. To keep staining at bay during storage, separate the whites from the darks.
SilkĀ ā This is a popular fabric, especially for fairy hanfu. You can use lukewarm or cold water to clean the hanfu and very mild washing liquid. If needed, soaking should take five minutes; you should also gently hand rinse. Avoid wringing and instead hang under a shade to dry; sunlight catalyzes oxidation and yellows silk. You can also consider dry cleaning.
Chemical fiberĀ ā You can machine wash your chemical fiber hanfu without worries. But if it is embroidered, hand washing is recommended. It would help if you also did not leave it under the sun for too long because the fibers will harden. When storing, place it flat, as hanging it for long periods will elongate your dress.
Additional tips
- Separate light from dark and soak the dark in saline water for about 15 minutes, then wash. It is a good way of keeping fading at bay.
- Apart from embroidered hanfu, you should gently hand-wash embellished pieces to maintain the decorations.
- For acetate materials, always hand wash using cold water and do not wring.
- If you must iron your fairy hanfu, it is always recommended to use warm steam iron; hot iron can ruin the fabrics and disfigure them beyond repair.
Your hanfu is as good as the care you accord it. Here are some beautiful fairy hanfu options for that casual function you look forward to.
The soft pink color of this fairy hanfu is pleasant and cheerful to the eye. It is further elevated by the glittery decorations along the skirt and on the overcoat. It commands attention without force and will work amazingly for birthday parties, weddings, and other casual settings. The hanfu can also make the perfect gift for ladies who love shining effortlessly.
2. Music Fairy Hanfu
The atmospheric purple of this hanfu is breathtaking. The outer cape attaches stylishly on the shoulder and gives the hanfu a wing-like appearance. The pieces are sewn together like wings and are left clean and neat. The cross neck is embellished with pearls adding immense character to the hanfu. Also notable is the shiny belt that adds sparkle to the dress. Wear this on a sunny day, and you will outdo everything and everyone around you.
3. Starry Hanfu
If you love the charm and glitter associated with fairies, this hanfu will impress you beyond belief. The purple hanfu dress will remind you of a night with a sky dotted with millions of stars. You will feel like a fairy floating down the starry night to do your magic. You can almost make out the constellations by looking at the skirt, also embellished with pearls adding to the sparkle. Feel like the queen you are in this beautiful hanfu. The dress is embellished with pearls giving the overall appearance and cool edge. It is the perfect hanfu on occasions where you are the star or the host, as it has an authoritative feel.
4. Wuxia Hanfu
The clean blue color and neat design give this dress calm fairy godmother vibes you will love. It is lightweight and comfortable so that you can look stunning all day. The embroidered flowers on the chest and belt are just as lovely and cool, matching the softness of the hanfu. If you want to look innocent and pure, you should go for this.
5. Princess Ruqun
The pendulum gives off a Cinderella feel to the dress, whereas the soft colors give mesmerizing fairy look. This hanfu is embroidered minimally with beautiful treads accentuating the overall look. Simple floral accessories will be all you need to look like a princess. It is the perfect dress for weddings, although you can wear it to any other occasion.
Conclusion
You can achieve all desired appearances with the many hanfu designs, decorations, and styles. You can go for a dress that you can wear to all occasions and performances or one that specifically suits the event you are targeting. Whereas some are suitable only for special occasions, others are good enough for daily wear too. You can stick to what appeals to your personality or be a little daring and try something different. As long as you are comfortable and confident, you will look amazing in a hanfu.