There are many types of fabrics in Peking opera clothing, and each fabric has its unique characteristics. Here are some common Peking opera clothing fabrics and its characteristics:
1. Silk: Silk is one of the commonly used fabrics commonly used in Peking opera clothing, with gloss, soft and comfortable specialty. It can show an elegant texture and has good drooping, which can show the beauty of the actor’s posture. Silk also has good breathability and humidity, suitable for maintaining the comfort of actors in stage performances.
2. Satin: Satin is a kind of flat -grained fabric made of silk as raw materials. Its luster is high, textured and gorgeous. The satin fabric has a hard feel and strong tirler, which is suitable for showing the solemn and majesty of Peking opera characters. Satin fabrics are often painted or embroidered to reproduce the beautiful patterns and details in traditional opera.
3. Cotton and linen: Cotton and linen are a kind of fabric made of cotton and hemp, which has the characteristics of light, breathable and hygroscopic. It is often used in Peking Opera clothing to express the daily life scenes of the role, such as farmers and people. Cotton and linen can add a natural and simple texture to the clothing, making the character more real and three -dimensional.
4. Chiffon: Chiffon is a light and transparent fabric, usually made of polyester fiber. Chiffon fabrics are often used in Peking Opera to express the softness and elegance of characters. Chiffon has an elegant texture and good breathability, which can flow dancing during the actor’s movement, creating a unique opera atmosphere.
5. Oxford cloth: Oxford cloth is a kind of flat -woven cotton fabric with delicate texture and good breathability. Oxford cloth is often used in men’s clothes, which is favored by its strong and durable characteristics. It can show a variety of effects through different dyeing and printing processes.
These are just some common species and characteristics of Peking opera clothing fabrics. Each fabric has its own unique characteristics to express the style and image of different characters. When selecting fabrics, you need to combine the character characteristics, stage effects and actors’ needs of the character.
