Editor’s Note: This feature is part of a wider CNN Style series on how culture in China is evolving in the Xi Jinping era. Beijing, China CNN — When Zhang Lingshan was a child, she would watch the ...

Late this May, I met a friend of mine for a day out on the town. It was a reassuringly normal experience after months of COVID-19 stress: Just the two of us hanging out, grabbing lunch, and snapping ...

Hanfu — China’s traditional clothing — is making a powerful comeback in 2025. But this revival isn’t just about wearing historical garments for festivals; it’s about integrating Hanfu aesthetics into ...

On the streets of Shanghai, content creator Shiyin can be seen wearing a traditional outfit from China’s Ming period. Popular on social media, she routinely shares fashion buys, beauty tips and ...