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The traditional headwear of the Miao and Hani ethnic groups in China, with their unique designs, exquisite craftsmanship, and rich cultural significance, have become a beautiful part of traditional Chinese attire.

These headwear not only serve practical purposes but also carry profound historical and cultural meanings.

Miao ethnic group wedding headwear is usually made of silver and crafted through techniques such as hollowing out and inlaying.

The most famous one is the "flower basket hat," which consists of multiple small rings, each adorned with intricate patterns.

The design inspiration of the flower basket hat comes from the Miao people's reverence for nature and their yearning for a better life.

On the wedding day, the bride wears the flower basket hat, symbolizing that she will become a beautiful, kind-hearted, and hardworking wife.

Hani ethnic minority hats are mainly made of bamboo and crafted through fine weaving techniques.

The design style of Hani hats is unique and colorful, serving both practical functions and high artistic value.

The patterns on Hani hats usually convey auspiciousness and well-being, such as butterflies and flowers, representing a happy and fulfilling life.

In traditional Hani weddings, both the bride and groom wear these exquisite hats to show respect and blessings.

These traditional ethnic headwear not only showcase the unique charm of various Chinese ethnic groups but also embody the diverse cultural blending in the 5,000-year history of Chinese civilization.

They bear witness to the changes of history and carry cultural memories passed down from generation to generation.

Today, these headwear have become an integral part of traditional Chinese attire, loved and collected by more and more people.