Reflections | Why has Chinese wedding fashion gone full Western? And will hanfu sweep it aside?

Reflections | Why has Chinese wedding fashion gone full Western? And will hanfu sweep it aside?

I was invited to wedding dress fittings at a couple of bridal shops last week because my niece is getting married later this year. I had never been to wedding dress fittings before, and I was slightly overwhelmed by the rivers of tulle and organza in the shops. Individual wedding parties were sequestered in their … Read more

How Chinese wedding dresses are made, their symbolism and why some can cost US$13,000

How Chinese wedding dresses are made, their symbolism and why some can cost US,000

A Chinese wedding has many of the trappings of a Western marriage and in addition rituals, traditions and matters of etiquette to follow. In our series on Chinese weddings, we break these down and tell you how to get everything right. Choosing a beautiful dress for the big day can be extremely stressful for brides … Read more

Why Chinese bride wine is a wedding staple, its origins and why it’s buried for 18 years

Why Chinese bride wine is a wedding staple, its origins and why it’s buried for 18 years

A Chinese wedding has many of the trappings of a Western marriage and in addition rituals, traditions and matters of etiquette to follow. In our series on Chinese weddings, we break these down and tell you how to get everything right. Nu’er hong is a Chinese rice wine originating in Shaoxing, eastern China. It is … Read more

6 Chinese wedding customs, including pouring tea, and things to avoid, such as wearing red

6 Chinese wedding customs, including pouring tea, and things to avoid, such as wearing red

Chinese weddings are very auspicious events, with plenty of rules that must be followed to bring blessings to the newlyweds and avoid bad luck for them. Whether you are planning your own wedding or about to attend one, here are six of the most important things to know. 1. Wedding dates Before any significant wedding … Read more