Reimagine the Past, Capture the Present:
Hanfu Photography for Every Story
Dressed Up Dreams
Photo Studio
Based in Singapore
Ready to escape the ordinary?
Let our Hanfu photography experience take you on a journey back in time.
Indulge in an imaginative escapade to ancient China, where you’ll explore the cultural significance of traditional attire and be fully immersed in its timeless beauty.
Our personalized approach to styling and expert direction ensure that you bring home images that are one of a kind - customised to suit your unique traits.
Our Process
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It all starts with getting to know you. Through a short questionnaire, we’ll take note of your preferences, measurements, and get a sense of your unique personality. We’ll then send you a curated selection of hanfu styles that will bring out your best, and recommend shoot locations to suit the preferred outfits.
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Once the session details have been finalised, a deposit will be required to secure the booking. We’ll get in touch closer to the shoot date to send you more information on the schedule and how to prepare for the experience.
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Makeup and hair will be meticulously done on set before we dress you in the chosen outfits. During the shoot, we’ll coach you on posing and work with you to capture your best angles. Sufficient time has been planned for you to get comfortable and interact with a variety of props and accessories.
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You will receive the full-resolution colour-edited images within two to three weeks of your session. You can then select more images for fine-editing, where we apply industry standard retouching techniques to refine skin and facial features. These polished images will be presented with options for albums and fine-art prints.
You’re in the right place if….
You appreciate the elegance of traditional arts and feel a longing for more beauty in modern life.
Historical dramas intrigue you, and you’ve often wondered how you’d look in those beautiful costumes.
You seek out new experiences and enjoy discovering a different side of yourself.
You want a photographer who not only guides you, but takes the time to capture your best angles with care and creativity.
You wish to celebrate a special milestone through photography, but desire images that truly stand out.
What makes us different?
At Dressed up Dreams, our passion for hanfu and belief in customised service set us apart. We specialise exclusively in photographing traditional Chinese dress, and over the years, we’ve mastered the art of capturing stunning portraits for clients of all ages and body types.
Our approach is thoughtful and tailored, rooted in research and respect for historical fashion. We don’t believe in fixed themes or cookie-cutter makeup — our styling and artistic choices take inspiration from traditional aesthetics, but are tailored to enhance your natural beauty, giving each photoshoot an authentic, polished feel.
For us, hanfu is more than a costume—it’s a traditional art form. We believe that wearing it should be an experience that connects you to its cultural heritage, making your photoshoot both meaningful and unforgettable!
FAQs
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With over 3,000 years of fashion history and a rich variety of hanfu styles from different dynasties, there’s certainly a design that will complement your body type and unique features. During your consultation, we’ll take the time to understand your preferences, measurements, and personal style before recommending the perfect outfit—ensuring you look and feel your best!
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Hanfu is the traditional clothing of the Han Chinese, with designs rooted in historical styles worn for thousands of years. Unlike drama or cosplay costumes, which take creative liberties with the design in order to suit a character or story, hanfu is considered ethnic dress and strives to convey historical accuracy. It represents cultural heritage rather than simply being a piece in a creative production.
That being said, hanfus are increasingly being used in cosplay productions or period dramas these days if cultural authenticity is valued by the creators. -
Absolutely! Our team will provide a lot of guidance and posing directions to help you look elegant in front of the camera. You’ll also have a variety of props to interact with so that you don’t get that awkward feeling of not knowing what to do with your hands. The best thing is, if you’re camera shy, many beautiful poses can be done with you looking away from the camera to ease you into the photoshoot.
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Shoulder-length hair will be ideal for ladies. The shortest length we can work with is chin-length hair (not layered), as your real hair will be wrapped around the wigs and hairpieces to create a more natural look.
We will suggest a fashion style of photography incorporating hanfu into in modern fusion look if you have very short hair or don’t suit traditional styling.
For men, period-appropriate hats and headgear will be provided. -
Yes! We work with professional makeup artists who understand the Chinese aesthetic and can do a wide variety of looks for clients from all age groups. If you have a preferred hair or makeup style, please let us know during the consultation process. Hanfus are also included in the package rate.
Contact us.
Considering a photoshoot experience?
Drop us a message for a non-obligatory consultation to find out what we can offer!
