A Brief Look at Ladies’ Fashion in the Golden Age of Tang Dynasty

High waists and flowing sleeves are some of the attributes of these otherworldly garments.

A lady in Tang Dynasty attire, with various patterned silk fabrics at the background. Linda Zhao / The Epoch Times

Elegant ladies in beautiful flowing dresses with wide sleeves, a high waist, and exquisite headpieces, showcase the dignity and luxury of China’s Golden Age: the Tang Dynasty.

Clothing from this era was bold, elegant, and sometimes even otherworldly. 

The Look: Layers, Flow, and Flair

The Tang Dynasty (618–907) saw China at its absolute peak: booming trade, dazzling culture, world-class poetry, breakthroughs in art and medicine—and, of course, unforgettable fashion.