Elegance and aroma: Festive costume in Ming Dynasty style

The early Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) was an age of scented robes and refined accessories. The aesthetic taste of the Ming Dynasty was rich and vibrant. Young women shone in brightly colored dresses accented with shimmering knee-length decorative panels. What truly captivated Belarusian host Kate was the subtle fragrance perfuming the air. Ingredients like mugwort and cinnamon were crafted into exquisite sachets, an art of perfumery that, much like the creation of eau de cologne in the West, reflects a shared human pursuit of beauty through scent.

In this episode of Into Chinese Art,?join Professor Jiang Yuqiu from the Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology and host Kate on a journey to a Ming Dynasty market alive with the atmosphere of the Dragon Boat Festival. Step into a world where elegance and aroma dance in harmony.

Into Chinese Art?is an immersive cultural interview series produced by China Daily Culture Channel, where international hosts engage with art experts through interactive discussions, offering audiences a deeper understanding of Chinese art and aesthetics. The third season of Into Chinese Art?focuses on ancient Chinese fashion.