Wearing a qun gua on your wedding day is a deep-rooted tradition that honors your cultural and family heritage. It’s an essential part of entering into this new phase in your life and it’s one of those moments we always look forward to when we receive wedding photo submissions. There’s nothing more heartwarming than seeing a bride getting dressed into her qun gua with her parents by her side beaming with pride.
In the past, the qun gua was passed down from one family to another. But due to changes in lifestyles and for practical reasons, many modern brides now opt to rent their qun gua. If you’re thinking of doing the same, today’s article will help you pick the perfect qun gua. We had a chat with Queen’s Embroidery and got all the information you need about the different kinds of qun gua as well as the embroidery patters and their meanings. Read on below to learn more for everything you need to know about picking a qun gua and how to complete your Chinese wedding look.
The Different Kinds of Qun Guas
- The King of Gua – Embroidery Density: 100%
The King of Gua is fully embroidered with gold and silver threads, a gorgeous and extravagant choice for brides who seek a luxurious look. This gua can also be accompanied by a descendant belt, which signifies bearing more children for the family.
- The Queen of Gua – Embroidery Density: 90%
The Queen of Gua, features the embroidery density is relatively high also made with gold and silver threads. Aside from the air of nobility of this style, the added red detail helps highlight the waistline. Hence, this style is a popular choice among brides.
