The Complete Guide to Hanfu Traditional Chinese Clothing

Based on 244 real customer questions answered by experts | Updated 2025

23+Years Experience
200+Countries Served
4.99/5Customer Rating
FreeWorldwide Shipping

Hanfu is the traditional clothing of the Han Chinese people, with a history spanning over 3,000 years from the Yellow Emperor through the Ming Dynasty. Characterized by flowing robes, crossed collars, and wide sleeves, hanfu has experienced a global revival. China-Cart.com offers the world's largest selection of authentic handmade hanfu, from everyday wear to imperial court replicas.

What Customers Ask Most

Real questions from our customers worldwide, with expert verified answers:

Hi, how to determine what size I need to order? I usually use "Free Custom-made size" when ordering

This handmade hat suits most adults. You may also email the circumference of the widest part of your head. Then this bamboo hat will be made to suit you perfectly without extra cost. Hope it helps!
How long will this take to make and how long will it take to ship?

https://www.china-cart.com/d.asp?&d=444079Your have a great taste to choose such beautiful ancient swordsman hats! The following matching handmade valuable earrings will be specially included free as gifts.
Wish you most beautiful wearing them!If you have any question or need any help, feel free to let me know. It is a great pleasure to be of any assistance!
Hello. I want to order your item. Ancient Chinese Prince Cosplay Wedding Dress Complete Set for Men I want you to customize the waist to the hem to the full circle of 200cm in length. Other dimensi...
1Dear Takuya,

Thank you for contacting China-Cart.com which is the choice of most famous films, operas and museums. Here is Ancient Chinese Prince Cosplay Wedding Dress Complete Set for Men you inquired:

Your size request is received and the waist can be customized to the hem to the full circle of 200cm in length. Other dimensions are 4XL size. There is no extra cost. P.S. Sorry that your message was missed. To compensate replying late, the matching hanfu shoes and crown will ...
???��various top quality fabrics" is not clear enough. Which fabrics specifically are used for this item?

They are made of top traditional flax and cotton. Hope this helps!The matching handmade shoes are specially included free as gifts. So you may leave us a message about your shoes size on the order form when order. Hope this helps.
What is your armor made with..........can you make real armor like such with leather......example what material is your samurai armor?

Parts are made by traditional leather. Here are samurai armors:
https://www.china-cart.com/samurai_armor Parts are made by traditional leather too. The matching handmade shoes free gifts are made of traditional leather too. Hope this helps!
Asian Male Archer Chinese Traditional Black Archer Hanfu Uniform for Men 1. What are included in this uniform? 2. Can send me the photos of different colors? 3. I am looking for men 4. How long doe...
The matching handmade boots are specially included free as gifts. So your shoes size is needed. You may check the boots below:


Happy weekend!
How do you determine size of the jewelry and accessories?
Here is Chinese Ancient Princess Jewelry Accessories Traditional Hanfu Angel Tassel Earrings for Women:

The size is based on the ancient traditional design.
My height is 71 inches but my waist is 38 inches. Which size will suit me ?
We offer free custom size service. Could you email us your measurements of height, weight, waist length, bust length and hip length? Then the dresses can be made to fit you perfectly without any extra cost. When do you need to receive them? Then we can guarantee that you receive them all in time.

P.S. The matching handmade shoes are specially included free as gifts. So you may leave us a note about your shoes size too. Hope it helps you.
-Cart, I am interested in purchasing just the green blouse without the skirt. Is this possible? Thank You, Samantha
Here is Traditional Ancient Chinese Elegant Hanfu:

Yes, it can be ordered without the skirt. Here is the link to order the blouse alone:
Hope it helps you.
I was wondering if it would be possible for me to get this amazingly beautiful dress in Silver as the main color with the secondary color being black but with gold accents for the metal looking parts?

Yes, you can get this amazingly beautiful dress in Silver as the main color with the secondary color being black but with gold accents for the metal looking parts. There is no extra cost for this special custom service. Hope it helps you.P.S. Could you email your shoes size? For the matching shoes are specially included free as gifts.
Hello, what material is this crown made of?

Made of traditional materials to make ancient style imperial accessories. Hope it helps you.
I have been looking at these beautiful costumes for quite a while and I am truly amazed by the quality of them, I did want to know if the material will be more of a dull/realistic material like sho...
Thank you for your love towards the works. Here is Chinese Ancient Prince White Costumes Traditional Cosplay Nobility Childe Hanfu Clothing for Men:

The fabric is not shiny style. And it can be specially customized to shiny style based on your request without extra cost. Hope it helps you.
what currency are you quoting? $499.

The price is quoted in US dollars. The headpiece, the inside clothing, the pants, the waist accessories, the matching handmade shoes for each set are all included free as valuable gifts. They will save a lot for you.

Yours sincerely,
Sophia
Hello, 1) can you make this jack without the sleeve embroidery? 2) can you make this jacket in dark blue silk? Thank you!
Here is Traditional Chinese National Costume Hanfu Embroidered Blue Cotton-padded Jacket, China Tang Suit Coat for Women:
https://asian-costumes.com/d.asp?d=321033
1) can you make this jack without the sleeve embroidery?
Yes. 2) can you make this jacket in dark blue silk?
Yes. The effect will be fantastic. If to change the fabric to pure silk, the total price is $258. If you want to order it, a link can be emailed to you to proceed.
Can you please send me a picture of the color swatches? Also looking for manchu woman suitsin cotton.
Here is Traditional Chinese Dress Hua Tan Ancient Chinese Clothing:

It is exactly the same as the picture. Here are more manchu costumes:
https://www.china-cart.com/manchu Wish you most beautiful wearing them!
Are the shoes included as well as any jewelry? Thank you, Ms. Wells

The matching handmade shoes are included as well as any jewelry free as gifts. So you may email your shoes size after ordering. And you don't need to purchase them separately.
Hi, may I know how Long will the processing time and how Long will it take to ship to Singapore. Also will I get a confirmation email after I order and will there be a tracking number provided?. If...

It takes about one week for you to receive at Singapore. Yes, you will get a confirmation email after you order and there will be a tracking number provided. There is no additional picture taken. The matching crown and handmade boots which value over $153 are specially included free as gifts.
Hello, this fabric is gorgeous. Can I buy a sample first? What does 120 x 168 cm mean? If I see that it's the color I am looking for, I'd want to buy enough to make 2 drapery panels, 54 inches wide...
Here is Chinese Traditional Tortoise Pattern Pink Brocade Hanfu Fabric Silk Fabric Hanfu Dress Material:

There is no sample available. The least quantity is 1, and you may buy one meter as the sample to check first. Free delivery to your door.
Hello, I forgot to ask this question too. What kind of dress pieces are included? Is it possbile to choose different colors for the inner and outer garment? For example white for the inner garment ...
Here is Traditional Ancient China White Hanfu Clothing for Men or Women:

It includes the outside clothing. If to include the inner long robe and pants, it costs $79. Yes, they can be made to different colors without any extra cost.
Hi, I would like this jacket in traditional NAVY color and WITHOUT the embroidery on the sleeves, just the plain jackrt, is it possible? Thank you Delphine

Yes, it can be made based on your request without any extra cost. Hope it helps! Here is the special custom link:
My Western size is 13 wide width Are they available? Thank you

Yes, it is available in your size. Besides, the matching socks are specially included free as gifts.Hope it helps!
Would it be possible to order this made entirely black in the standard women's size 2XL?

Yes, it can be made entirely black in the standard women's size 2XL. There is no extra cost. Hope it helps!P.S. Could you also email your shoes size? For a pair of matching black shoes are specially included free as gifts. The matching handmade hair jewelries are specially included too. Wish you most beautiful wearing them!
Hi, will you make a Ice Fantasy Xuan Ta costume for men?

Yes, it is made for a man. All accessories are included free as gifts. So your shoes size is also needed. Wish you most handsome wearing them!
Hi, I'd like to order this outfit for a show. I am wondering how long it would take to receive them. I need it by April 20,2020. Is it possible? Thank you
Here is Ancient Chinese Empress Queen Princess Hanfu Clothes and Hair Accessories Complete Set:

It can be guaranteed that you can receive the parcel this month. The matching hair jewelries and matching shoes which value over $200 are specially included free as gifts. So could you email your shoes size? Then these free gifts can be delivered altogether. Free delivery to your door. Wish you most beautiful wearing them!
asking if custom for height can be made? My measurements are: Chest: 113cm Waist: 101cm Hips: 113cm Height:156cm (head to toe) Collarbone to ankle: 129cm How much extra? How long to post to Austral...

Your measurements are received. And our top team will specially custom it for you. You can receive them at the middle of Australia. There is no extra cost needed, and it is a free service. P.S. The matching shoes and hair jewelries are specially included free as gifts. Wish you most beautiful wearing them!

Our Guarantees

Ready to Find Your Perfect Hanfu Traditional Chinese Clothing?

Browse the world's largest selection with free shipping and custom sizing

Browse All Hanfu Traditional Chinese Clothings → More FAQ →

← Help Center  |  Home

Items Arts Gallery About Us Help Instant Answer How to Order Blog
24/7
Traditional Culture Advisor
Hi, I'm Hua. How can I help you today?