Pure Energy & Traditional Beauty
One of China’s oldest ethnic groups, the Yi people have a history of some 3,000 years. Today, they live primarily in China’s southern provinces of Yunnan, Sichuan, Guizhou, and Guangxi. Their affinity for song and dance is legendary. As suggested by colorful dance movements, the Yi seize occasion to “dance out” their feelings in everyday […]
The ladies of the Yi ethnic group are known for styling their hair in a bun, wearing pleated skirts, and embroidering silver flowers on their collars. Their skirts often reach the ground and end in a wide hem. From top to bottom, the skirt features large colorful bands with red, yellow, and black being most […]
The Miao, or Hmong, is China’s fifth largest ethnic group, and one of the most ancient. Before the Qin Dynasty, the Miao lived near the middle reaches of the Yangtze River. Today the group is mostly found in central and southwest China. Through the centuries, the Miao diversified further into over one hundred groups, each […]
With hundreds of styles in a range of brilliant colors, Miao ethnic clothing is one of the gems of traditional Chinese fashion. The Miao, or Hmong, ethnicity has a long history that dates back to the Qin Dynasty, around the third century B.C.E. Miao ladies dress in gorgeous, lavish colors with strong contrasts and intense […]
(Image: Mirko Stödter via Pixabay) As the benefits of green tea gain recognition, interest is rising around the world, and consumption has been on a continual rise for the past decade. It’s nothing new for Japan, however, where green tea has long been the most popular beverage by far — with most people drinking at […]
Posted by Natalie Fritz | Last updated Jun 15, 2022 | Published on Jun 15, 2022 | 1780-1789, 18th century, artwork analysis The self-portrait of Adélaïde Labille-Guiard alongside two of her students, Marie Gabrielle Capet and Marie Carreaux de Rosemond, shows the influence of the Rococo and Neoclassical styles in the late 18th century. About the Portrait The personal history of Adélaïde Labille-Guiard (Fig. 1) […]
Mongolian ethnic dances can be some of the most dynamic and breathtaking numbers in Shen Yun performances. Often set to a backdrop of a tall blue sky and vast, open grasslands, these dances emphasize big movements of the arms and their coordination with the wrists and shoulders. The Mongolian ethnicity is known for its affinity […]
Pragmatic and frequent travelers, Mongolians have adapted their attire to the harsh weather of the high plateau. As nomadic horse riders, Mongolians wear clothing that reflects their love of the grasslands, while also protecting them from the elements. Snug hats and sleeveless padded jackets, called khaantaz, are essential. Pants are tucked into sturdy leather boots […]
“The Three Musicians” by Diego Velázquez. Public Domain Music masters like Bach, Schubert, Schumann, and Strauss infused this esoteric ingredient to create their profound musical works. The things that are dearest and most real to us are beyond words. Who can define or describe life, love, or beauty, but who can deny their existence? Most […]
The Galette des Rois, or “King’s Cake,” is a beloved pastry in the French-speaking world, traditionally enjoyed during the celebration of Epiphany in Europe. (Image: Manos Angelakis/LuxuryWeb Magazine) Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine A galette is a French round, flat, and crusty cake — sometimes even a type of flatbread. The Galette des Rois, […]
