Peony of the Flourishing Tang Dynasty | Orchid and Cymbidium Patterned Cloudy Silk Mink Cotton Waistcoat

Size:  F, one size fits all
Garment length: 64 cm
Bust: 118 cm
Shoulder width：38 cm（Containing hair）

Manual measurement, with an error of about 1-3 cm.

Fabric description: 100% mulberry silk pongee
Pongee is a national intangible cultural heritage craft and a treasure of Chinese folk handicrafts, with a history of over 1,700 years. The production process of pongee involves 14 techniques and 36 procedures, including soaking in indigo water, dyeing black, and water washing, commonly known as “three steams, nine boils, and eighteen sunnings”. After being made, pongee needs to be stored in a cellar for 1 to 3 years before it can be used for clothing. Therefore, it is also called “soft gold”.

Color description: Red of the Crest of a Goose
“Red of the Crest of a Goose”, also known as “Daughter Red”, is one of the traditional Chinese colors. It is like the red on a goose’s crest, but not taken from it. It is a relatively warm and deep color in the red family, passionate and highly infectious, exuding a strong sense of Chinese elegance.

Embroidery description: (Suzhou embroidery) Orchid pattern
The orchid pattern is a traditional Chinese symbolic design inspired by the orchid. As a gentleman among flowers, the orchid is renowned for its evergreen nature and diverse leaf shapes throughout the four seasons. This pattern is not only aesthetically pleasing but also rich in cultural connotations. The orchid blossoms in the cold, defying frost and snow, with a delicate and unassuming color that neither seeks attention nor panders to the vulgar. It does not lament its solitude in the deep mountains and secluded valleys. The noble demeanor and high moral integrity it embodies are highly favored by artists and are thus frequently used in traditional arts and decorations, symbolizing purity, elegance, and unyielding perseverance.

Overall description of the garment:
This Huilan-patterned Xiangyunsha mink cotton vest, with its warm “Pekin duck red” hue and the exquisite Su embroidery of Huilan patterns, conveys the elegance and depth of Eastern aesthetics. It is suitable for showcasing one’s style at cultural events, festival celebrations, or high-end business occasions. Dressing suggestions: Pair it with a simple shirt or sweater for the top, and choose plain-colored trousers or a skirt for the bottom.