What are the winter hanfu called?

Winter Hanfu is specifically designed to provide warmth during colder months while maintaining the traditional aesthetic of Hanfu. These garments typically use thicker materials such as cotton, wool, or silk padded with insulation. Here are some of the main types of winter Hanfu:

1. Mian Ao (棉袄)

• Mian Ao is a padded jacket made from cotton or other warm materials. It has thick padding to provide insulation during the winter. It can be worn over other Hanfu pieces such as the Ruqun (襦裙), and both men and women can wear this type of garment.
• Features: The jacket often features embroidery or patterns, with long sleeves to protect against the cold.

2. Zhiduo (直裰)

• Zhiduo is a long robe worn by scholars and men during the Ming Dynasty. For winter, this robe could be padded with layers of wool or cotton to make it suitable for colder temperatures.
• Features: The Zhiduo has a straight cut and overlapping front, usually worn with a belt.

3. Dahu (褡护)

• Dahu is a type of outerwear worn over Hanfu, primarily designed for winter. It is a sleeveless or short-sleeved padded vest or jacket worn over the Shenyi or Ruqun.
• Features: It was used as an extra layer of warmth, often made of silk with thick padding inside.

4. Qiuyi (裘衣)

• Qiuyi refers to garments made from fur or lined with fur. These were worn by both men and women in ancient China to keep warm in winter.
• Features: The use of animal fur such as fox or rabbit was common, especially among the elite. Fur collars, cuffs, and linings were added to robes for extra warmth.

5. Pifeng (披风)

• Pifeng is a long, cape-like outer garment often worn over other Hanfu pieces to provide extra warmth. It was used during colder weather, typically with a high collar or hood.
• Features: Made from thick fabric like wool, Pifeng was stylish and functional, offering both protection against the cold and a graceful silhouette.

6. Daxiushan (大袖衫)

• In winter, the Daxiushan (large-sleeved robe) could be made from thicker materials like wool or padded with layers. This garment has broad, flowing sleeves and is often worn with a belt. It was typically reserved for formal occasions but had thicker, insulated versions for winter.

7. Chang Ao (长袄)

• Chang Ao is a long padded jacket similar to the Mian Ao, but it extends down to the knee or further. It provides more coverage and warmth than the shorter versions.
• Features: Often worn over the traditional blouse and skirt combination, the Chang Ao is ideal for colder weather.

These winter Hanfu styles kept the wearer warm while preserving the elegance and traditional elements of Hanfu.