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Taoist Daily Clothing
The main characteristic of Taoist clothing is that it has to be loose and comfortable, the fabric is not spared and a lot of material is used generously to tailor a Taoist robe, exactly what you still can find in Wudang, there are master tailors who are making exactly that kind of traditional Taoist uniforms.
Taoists say that you should not wear tight clothing, especially when you are doing exercises or mental practices. That also applies to tight belts, underwear, shoes, socks, jewelry and all clothing that disturbs your blood and energy (Qi) circulation. These tight clothes put pressure on your stomach, arms, legs, etc. Probably everybody has once taken his socks off and there was a big indentation where it's been digging into the skin all day. In acupuncture they study energy meridians that go all the way from your core to your extremities. Tight clothing impacts the flow of energy through these systems. We have blood vessels and nerves, and if you wear a tight watch that was just clamping down on your wrist the whole day or night, your're not getting the kind of circulation you need to your hands. Similarly, this works with underwear, ties, tight t-shirts, jewelry and anything tight that can impede the flow of energy and fluids in your body.
And now, a little of history ... Taoist clothing, which refers to the costume worn by Taoists, belongs to the Han traditional dress system. It is also known as “Fa Fu” or “Taoist uniform”. Early Taoist clothing, which was not strictly regulated, began to form systems after Lu Xiujing (陸修靜) in the Southern Liu-Song Dynasty.
Wudang Store Taoist and Tai Chi Clothing
The difference in the traditional way is the quality of tailoring.
Experience is important when tailoring clothing for western people. Since there is a lot of difference in proportions and sizes when it comes to western people. The most common problems for beginner tailors with western people are: "long or too short pants or sleeves, wrong collar sizes or shirt lengths." With your measurements Wudang Store tailors real Taoist and Tai Chi clothing that truly fit you! We stand for affordable high quality and custom tailored Taoist and Tai Chi clothing. Every part of clothing has its problem parts. Some areas might last shorter than others. If considered correctly the clothing overall will last very long without breaking. It is important to understand this to get the best quality and the most function from every part of clothing. The traditional way of tailoring is not easy.
Wudang Store mostly uses natural Material with natural coloring. The fabrics are not heavy chemical colored, this maintains the durability of each fabric. But if you expose our natural fabric to a lot of sunlight the colors might weaken. To our natural fabrics we have: "Hemp, Bamboo, Linen, Cotton, Sheep Wool, Silk" Most of this materials are woven by hand. You can see the difference on each fabric line. The lines are not 100% the same like machine woven. Our natural materials are 100% non allergic, antibacterial and skin friendly. Doesn't smell and will not shrink when washed.
Where do I buy a real Taoist Uniform?
The Wudang Mountains are located right next to the small city Wudangshan, where our tailor is working with his wife in their own atelier, every piece of clothing he tailors is made accordingly to traditional ancient Chinese standards, the materials he is using are of natural fiber - a special combination of cotton and linen material, which was used by tai chi masters and students long time ago in Old China, so it is until now. Each taoist garment and tai chi uniform ordered from our store you can be sure is made by hand up to your exact body size using best materials possible.
Wudang-Store is supported by local taoists in Wudangshan, since we opened our store in year 2012 we have happy customers only, because to find a better quality is simply not possible in whole China nor the internet.
On the picture below is the inner life of the working place of our tailor Lou He Hua
When I visited our tailor Lou He Hua I made few pictures of the view outside his atelier, those are rare pictures of Wudangshan, because since now it is forbidden by the Hubei province government selling vegetables from the ground and street food in the Wudang Mountains area.
Now everybody has the opportunity to buy a Tai Chi Uniform directly from Wudang online in our Online Shop.
Introduction from the Wudang Store Master Tailor
Hello! My name is Lou He Hua. I am a Master Tailor and have my Clothing Shop in Wudangshan since 16 years! My Tailoring is first class and unmatched in quality and durability. I received many awards and my shop is well known in Wudang.
Please take your time reading this blog before purchasing in Wudang Store.
Many people come daily to my shop and order Tai Chi, Kung Fu Uniforms. But also Business, Casual or Traditional Clothing. Men and Women, Dresses, Skirts, Pants, Jackets, Mao Suits.
I opened my Shop in Wudang because i like Taoists. Tailoring is my way of life and i use everyday to polish my tailoring skills.
I like to tailor for living. And i respect the traditional way of chinese tailoring. There are many other tailors in Wudang which learned only the basic tailoring or even the worst industry way of tailoring a chinese uniform. The difference in the traditional way is the quality of tailoring.
I lay my hands into fire if i cannot differentiate my way of tailoring with the other tailors in Wudang. I am always tailoring with my heart and soul and each piece of clothing resembles my personality and my way of tailoring. Where normal tailors dont care, i deeply consider your satisfaction in terms of performance, durability and movability.
Every part of clothing has its problem parts. Some areas might last shorter than others. If considered correctly the clothing overall will last very long without breaking. As a tailor it is important to understand this. I know many stitching and sewing techniques and use them for the correct situation to get the best quality and use from every part of clothing. The traditional way of tailoring is not easy.
From the looks the clothing might look the same like others. But turn the clothing inside-out you will see the difference in tailoring. My tailoring is very clear and visible. Where others choose the easy way, i prefer the most durable one.
Besides my chinese customers, i have alot of experience with western people. This is important when tailoring clothing for western people. Since there is alot of difference in proportions and sizes when it comes to western people. The most common problems for beginner tailors with western people are: "long or too short pants or sleeves, wrong collar sizes or shirt lengths."
I mostly use natural Material with natural coloring. The fabrics are not heavy chemical colored, this maintains the durability of each fabric. But if you expose our natural fabric to alot of sunlight the colors might weaken. To our natural fabrics we have: "Hemp, Bamboo, Linen, Cotton, Sheep Wool, Silk" Most of this materials are woven by hand. You can see the difference on each fabric line. The lines are not 100% the same like machine woven. Our natural materials are 100% non allergic, antibacteral and skin friendly. Doesnt smell and will not shrink when washed.
This is my contact information. Feel free to come to my shop in Wudang or order here online.
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