This director is vindictive.

Chapter 531 Hanfu: The True Tradition or the Charm of the Cheongsam?

In the internet age, many things can be easily overturned.

Of course, fashion can't be completely overturned overnight, but the fashion of haute couture has begun to take root in people's hearts during this benefit week.

After all, when it comes to the design of finished Chinese costumes or clothing featuring special elements from various dynasties in China, Chen Mo's requirement for the designers is that they must conform to popular aesthetics.

In fact, with the development of clothing today, many designs are no longer novel. As long as they meet the aesthetic standards of the general public and are innovative, that is enough.

Of course, this grand fashion extravaganza has undoubtedly had a huge impact on the fashion industry.

At the same time, due to the current social atmosphere, many luxury goods are no longer considered "luxury".

After all, so many people using proxy photographers and "socialites" have almost ruined the "luxury goods" market.

In many cases, "fashion" equals "luxury," a concept held by the vast majority of ordinary people.

Why is there an average millionaire on Douyin? This makes many people feel like, "Wow, I'm dragging down the average." But if everyone were really as rich as depicted in short videos, consumption wouldn't be constantly declining.

Of course, what makes international brands most envious of this "Hanfu Millennium Show," or "Hanfu Fashion Week," is the sheer volume of sales and influence—it's simply outrageous.

This forced them to take it seriously.

After all, these days are different.

In the mobile internet era, many things can be quickly monetized.

A single show can generate billions or even tens of billions in sales, which is enough to make them envious.

However, as its popularity soared, some controversial discussions suddenly began to emerge.

The incident started when a certain online influencer who loves cheongsams posted a series of photos of "Hanfu" (traditional Han Chinese clothing), but among them were several sets of cheongsams.

This immediately sparked a controversy between cheongsam and Hanfu.

In addition, since the previous "Hanfu Millennium Show" has always showcased Hanfu, the cheongsam that everyone is familiar with in the CCTV documentary channel's "National Costume Cheongsam" was not Hanfu when the show was first promoted.

Hanfu has many fans, but cheongsam also has quite a few fans.

The two sides immediately started arguing.

"Aren't Han and Tang dynasty costumes the authentic national dress? The cheongsam has only been around for about a hundred years, so why should it represent Chinese culture? (Image: Nine-grid photo of Han and Tang dynasty fashion show)"

"Hilarious! The cheongsam is the pinnacle of modern Sino-Western fusion! When socialites in the Republic of China era wore cheongsams to international conferences, some people were still touting it as a 'restored version'! (Attached are old photos from the 1920s)"

"The cheongsam is definitely not Hanfu! Hanfu is the traditional clothing system of the Han Chinese, with strict historical records regarding its form (cross-collar, right-fastening, wide robe and sleeves, etc.), while the cheongsam is a product of the Republic of China period that combined Manchu clothing with Western tailoring, and its history is only a little over a hundred years old. (Attached is a comparison of Hanfu form diagrams and the evolution of the cheongsam)"

"Sisters, you're being too narrow-minded! Hanfu is 'Han ethnic clothing,' while cheongsam is 'Chinese national clothing'! In the documentary 'The National Costume Cheongsam,' the First Lady wore a cheongsam to represent the new China. Doesn't that count as cultural inheritance? (Image: Famous scenes of cheongsams at diplomatic occasions)"

"What's all the fuss about? According to the timeline—Hanfu was discontinued at the end of the Ming Dynasty, while the cheongsam rose to prominence in the Republic of China. They are two completely different lines! But 'A Thousand Years of Chinese Clothing Show' could totally add a 'Modern Chinese Clothing' section, showcasing the evolution of clothing from the Han and Tang Dynasties to the cheongsam."

"Hanfu is the root of our culture, while cheongsam is the crystallization of our times! The next season of 'A Thousand Years of Chinese Costume Show' could totally be a 'Century of Splendor' special, from the late Qing Dynasty jackets and skirts to the Shanghai-style cheongsam—that would be the complete epic of Chinese costumes!"

"Just saying, Hanfu enthusiasts complain that cheongsams aren't 'pure' enough, but aren't the 'Tang Dynasty Qi-Xiong Ruqun' you're wearing also a modern modified version? (Posting a comparison picture of Tang Dynasty murals vs. trendy Hanfu)"

"What's there to argue about? Both Hanfu and cheongsam can represent Chinese culture, but they represent different cultures and historical contexts. Hanfu is more associated with ancient etiquette and cultural heritage, while cheongsam embodies the independence and fashion of modern women. The choice of which clothing to use to represent Chinese culture depends on the cultural connotations to be expressed and the needs of the occasion."

"I suggest that Brother Mo make the next episode of 'Hanfu Millennium Show' a 'Hanfu vs. Qipao' theme! Let Yang Mi wear a quju (traditional Hanfu) and Liu Yifei wear a qipao on the runway, and let the whole internet vote to decide the winner! #TheMoreTheThanTheMoreTheFun# (doge)"

Originally, this was just a debate among some domestic netizens, but gradually even overseas netizens joined in.

"As a foreigner, I think cheongsams are more suitable for everyday wear than Hanfu! Wearing Hanfu on the streets of Paris will get you mistaken for cosplay, but wearing a modernized cheongsam will only get you compliments like 'True chic!' (with screenshots of likes on street photos)"

"I don't understand why Chinese people would argue about this? I've always thought that the cheongsam is a garment exclusively for Chinese people, and that it has existed for a very long time. I never expected that Chinese people would argue about this. No wonder we are an ancient civilization with thousands of years of history; our historical heritage is so profound!"

Suddenly, the debate over the authenticity of cheongsam and Hanfu intensified, with hashtags like #ChenMoComeBeTheRefutation #TheHanfuMillenniumShowMissingCheongsamsGivesAThumbsUp
The terms "..." trended on social media.

Meanwhile, Chen Mo was also discussing this topic with the women.

Women's love for clothes, or rather their pursuit of beauty, is something many men cannot understand.

As Chen Mo's women, they could be said to have the advantage of being close to him.

Others are scrambling to buy them, and some limited edition Hanfu are simply hard to find. Of course, the limited edition here is not because of hype, but because of the production process. Many parts require handmade production, so it is difficult to mass-produce them like other styles.

But for Fan Binbin and her group, this is definitely not a problem.

After all, the clothes the landlady wanted were definitely within her grasp.

Chen Mo has been both tired and happy during this period.

The women's enthusiasm grew day by day, and they tried on many clothes every day, which made Chen Mo a little visually fatigued.

Of course, it was mostly physical fatigue. He never expected that he would end up shooting himself in the foot.

And so, Chen Mo was dragged over again today to watch them try on clothes.

Inside the fitting room, Fan Binbin was scrolling through trending topics on his phone when he suddenly burst out laughing: "Honey, you've been tagged by netizens again! The whole internet is waiting for you to be the judge!"

She waved her phone screen, which prominently displayed the hashtag #ChenMoComeBeTheReferee#.

Yang Mi immediately leaned over for a glance, then raised an eyebrow at Chen Mo: "Oh, the Hanfu party and the Qipao party are fighting? Isn't this a perfect opportunity for our lord to judge?"

She deliberately tugged at her dark purple, high-slit cheongsam, but unfortunately, Yang Mi's efforts were in vain. Chen Mo was simply tired of seeing her like that these past few days.

He's already torn off so many pieces of clothing, but now he's completely at peace with himself!
"It seems someone made these Hanfu dumplings just to get jealous of the cheongsam wedding," Zhao Liying said, her voice dripping with jealousy.

Everyone else nodded in agreement. Fan Binbin was a little better off, since her previous empress wedding was already her peak.

Although Chen Mo specially created the "Hanfu Millennium Show" for his "Qipao Wedding" with Gao Yuanyuan, it wasn't entirely for that reason, but in their eyes, it was still the reason!
However, Fan Binbin didn't seem jealous at all.

But the other women were different.

Fan Binbin's "The Empress's Wedding" was one thing, but Chen Mo actually made such a big deal out of Gao Yuanyuan's "Qipao Wedding".

They were naturally a little jealous.

"If you ask me, there's no need to argue at all."

Zhang Yuqi straddled Chen Mo's lap, her dark green cheongsam, with its back completely open, sliding down to her thighs with the movement: "Aren't cheongsams so convenient?"

She winked meaningfully, her fingertips tracing the man's Adam's apple: "Aren't some people the ones who love unbuttoning clothes the most?"

"Cough, cough, speak properly, don't say these things," Chen Mo said, his face turning red.

But this earned him a glare from all the women.

There's no way around it, Mr. Chen just has a taste for this. Well, mainly because, to some extent, the cheongsam, which is said to be a blend of Chinese and Western styles, combining elegance and charm, is indeed quite convenient for men!
“Yifei has the most say in this. Our master loves it when you wear cheongsams, especially that black lace cheongsam. I remember Master Chen has already ruined three of them!” Zhang Yuqi suddenly teased Liu Yifei.

Liu Yifei's pretty face immediately turned red.

There was nothing we could do, because what Zhang Yuqi said was true.

Actually, the main selling point is the contrast.

Chen Mo admitted that it wasn't that other women didn't look good in cheongsams anymore; it was mainly a matter of personality and public image.

Actresses like Zhang Yuqi, Fan Binbin, and Yang Mi often wear revealing and wild outfits.

Of course, she can wear a cheongsam.

But Liu Yifei is different.

This fairy-like lady has a "pure" persona, but when she puts on that sexy and unrestrained cheongsam, to be honest, even Mr. Chen couldn't quite resist.

Therefore, it's inevitable to overindulge in alcohol.

Speaking of this, Chen Mo suddenly looked at Liu Yifei. Hmm, they were all trying on cheongsams.

It has to be said that the "Fairy Sister" persona is indeed very captivating.

When the "pure" fairy sister puts on the "desire" cheongsam, she truly becomes both pure and alluring.

Which man could resist that?
Liu Yifei was adjusting the jade hairpin on her light gold cheongsam when she heard this and coughed lightly, "Don't bother him."

When she turned to Chen Mo, the glimpse of her fair skin through the side slit was more alluring than a direct exposure.

Even though they've been married for a long time, Chen Mo still couldn't help but sigh that some clothes that seem to be designed for women are actually made for men!

The saying "a woman dresses up for the man she loves" perfectly describes this situation!

But Liu Yifei said in a serious tone: "Actually, what netizens said is right. Hanfu is the root of culture, and cheongsam is the crystallization of the times."

"Is Sister Yifei a master of balancing things up?"

Zhao Liying swayed her white-stockinged legs under her school uniform cheongsam, and suddenly pulled out a stack of design drafts from under the coffee table.

"But I think the netizens' suggestion is good—the next Hanfu show should be themed 'Millennial Hanfu vs. Century-old Cheongsam'!"

The sketches she showed were a design that combined a modified cheongsam with Tang Dynasty-style ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress) and mamian skirt (a type of traditional Chinese skirt).

(End of this chapter)