- Every horse face skirt we ship to the U.S. & Canada starts in a small workshop in southern China, where our weavers (most with 20+ years of experience) carry on techniques passed down through generations. Here’s a look at the craft that sets our skirts apart:
First, fabric selection: We use a mix of traditional and modern materials—for example, our bestsellers combine 60% mulberry silk (a historic Hanfu fabric, prized for its luster) with 40% organic cotton (for durability, since North American wearers often use skirts for daily outings). The silk is dyed with plant-based pigments (indigo for blues, safflower for reds) to retain a soft, natural hue that won’t fade with washing.
Next, pleating: Unlike machine-pleated skirts (which lose shape quickly), our weavers hand-fold each “three folds, six panels” structure. Master weaver Ms. Li explains: “Each pleat needs to be 1.5 inches wide, and the panel gap has to be exactly 2 inches—this is the ratio that makes the skirt hold its ‘horse face’ shape when walking.” This process takes 2–3 hours per skirt, compared to 10 minutes for machine production.
Finally, finishing touches: We add hidden side zippers (a modern tweak for easy wear) and reinforced waistbands (to support the skirt’s weight without stretching). Every skirt also includes a small tag printed with the weaver’s name—so when you wear our skirt, you’re not just buying clothing: you’re connecting with a craftsperson who poured hours of care into your piece.
