Their Finery and Bridal Attire

"Their Finery and Bridal Attire - Exhibition of Women's Ethnic Costumes from the Pearl River Basin" is on display on the third floor of the Guangdong Provincial Museum. The exhibition showcases the finery and bridal attire of women from 23 ethnic groups that have historically resided in the Pearl River Basin. The exhibition is divided into three parts: The first part, "Why Dress Up," displays a variety of clothing-making tools, raw materials for traditional ethnic costumes, accessories with ethnic characteristics, and unique printing, dyeing, weaving, and decorative crafts; The second part, "Beauty in Diversity," mainly features costumes from ethnic groups such as the Miao, Zhuang, Yi, and Yao, supplemented by photos, audio-visual materials, and multimedia interactive devices; The third part, "Fusion and Innovation," showcases fashion dresses that incorporate elements of ethnic costumes. The different finery and bridal attire of each ethnic group reflect their history, character, and aesthetic preferences, while also preserving many ancient Chinese costume traditions. The clothes are exquisite and each has its own characteristics, The exhibition will continue until March 24, 2024, and is free to visit by appointment. Just make a reservation in advance through the official WeChat account of the Guangdong Provincial Museum.