"Millennium-old Intangible Cultural Heritage" "Imperial Court Use" "Silk's Transparent Luster" "Hand-painted Gold Thread Outline"
Ronghua (Velvet Flower) is a traditional Chinese intangible cultural heritage craft with a history of over 1000 years, originally used for imperial court hair ornaments. It is handcrafted by twisting, dyeing and shaping natural silk threads into delicate floral/animal shapes, with gold wire for outlining and freshwater pearls for embellishment. The finished pieces are soft, light and have a translucent luster, unique to Chinese oriental aesthetics.
This delicate hairpin features hand-dyed velvet hydrangea blooms with a subtle gradient finish, paired with a dangling tassel of purple crystals and gold-tone chain. The smooth ebony wood base secures updos comfortably, making it perfect for daily wear or cultural events.
A sleek black headband adorned with a handcrafted blue ombre velvet flower, accented with freshwater pearls and a delicate pearl tassel. Its lightweight design stays in place all day, adding a touch of ethereal elegance to both casual and traditional outfits.
Layers of hand-dyed velvet petals create a lush, dimensional hydrangea bloom, finished with a gold-tone stamen and a dangling pearl tassel. The ebony wood pin base ensures a secure hold, making it a romantic choice for weddings, tea ceremonies, or special occasions.
Rich, red ombre velvet petals mimic the depth of a blooming camellia, paired with a freshwater pearl center and a graceful pearl tassel. In Chinese culture, red symbolizes luck and joy, making this hairpin a meaningful gift for Lunar New Year, weddings, or as a statement piece for Xiuhe outfits.




