China chic dominates graduation ceremonies

Graduating students' awareness of expressing cultural pride by wearing traditional costumes seen rising

Wearing baccalaureate gowns adorned with traditional Chinese-style decorations is all the rage for Chinese and foreign graduates this year. The popularity of traditional Chinese attire is continuing to grow and such a trend has fueled the growth of online retailers.

In late May, the College of Media and International Culture of Zhejiang University held its graduation ceremony. The event was filled with domestic and foreign students wearing traditional Chinese-style outfits and decorations such as horse-faced skirts, or mid-length skirts with a distinct pleated design.

During the graduation gala, some foreign students wore hanfu costumes, traditional Chinese clothing of the Han ethnic group, and put on singing and dancing performances.