From Tang Dynasty-inspired attire to elaborate updos, people are dressing up for period Chinese drama makeovers in Singapore
From Tang Dynasty-inspired attire to elaborate updos, people are dressing up for period Chinese drama makeovers in Singapore
Studios say demand is rising, and there’s a renewed interest in Chinese culture and aesthetics, thanks to the popularity of period C-dramas.
Cynthia Hou (right) had planned a photo shoot in China, but found similar options in Singapore and turned it into a family outing with her sister and 74-year-old mother.
Some studios have an Oriental-theme backdrop with traditional Chinese furniture, wooden screens and lanterns.
Spots in Singapore also offer a dreamy backdrop for hanfu photo shoots, such as Jurong Lake Gardens and Gardens by the Bay.
The appeal spans generations, genders and even cultures – from children to seniors, men who join their partners, and even non-Chinese and tourists.
A popular look is the Tang Dynasty aesthetic, which is flowy, feminine and almost ethereal.
