Pipa 琵琶 Lute Sleeve Middle Ming Dynasty Cross Collar Shirt

Comfortable everyday shirt from the Ming Dynasty. Choose from three elegant colorways and different sleeve widths best for your personal hanfu style! Fabric is woven with a small geometric and floral design.

Comes in two sleeve styles:

• Pipa Xiu 琵琶袖 - "lute sleeve" wide sleeve, small cuff 
• Gongdai Xiu 弓袋袖 - "arrow sleeve" narrow sleeve, small cuff

The Jiaoling Duanshan Ao 交领短衫袄 "cross collar short shirt" was worn by women of all classes during the 17-18th century. Easy to wear, requiring only three ties, making it popular amongst all Chinese women of the time.

Pair with a Mamian 马面 skirt for a simple Ming Dynasty outfit, layer under various vests and jackets, or wear with wide leg trousers for a fun office look!

Materials: 100% polyester

About the brand: 裳裳者华汉服工作室

裳裳者华, or Shang Shang Zhehua, is a hanfu brand that focuses on quality fabrics for their Ming Dynasty basics. While Ming Dynasty garments are surprisingly hard to come by (one of the most popular categories for Hanfu), Shang Shang is always restocking even though they always sell out! With 4.9 stars on Taobao and a delightful selection of Ming basics, Shang Shang Zhehua is a lovely shop for those looking for quality basics in elegant colors. 

SIZING INFORMATION

Note that Chinese sizes are smaller than US sizes. To avoid wrong sizings, please refer to the sizing chart in the product 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.