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The dress system of the Tang Dynasty implemented a ‘dual-track system’, that is, on the one hand, there was a strict ceremonial hierarchy of sacrificial clothes, court clothes and public clothes, which were mainly used for formal occasions, such as sacrifices, court meetings, etc., reflecting a strict hierarchy and etiquette norms; On the other hand, the ordinary clothes worn daily are gradually popularized, and the ordinary clothes without the distinction of official ranks are widely used, which has contributed to the ‘color clothing’ system of different colors to distinguish the status and taste.

The system of ‘color dress’ is an important part of the Tang Dynasty dress system. The official dress color system was formed from the official rank system. The inclusion of ordinary dress into the dress color system not only made the dress color system more strict, but also expanded its scope of application. Different grades of officials wear different colors of clothing, such as purple for the royal family and three or more officials, five or more wear crimson, six or seven wear green, eight or nine wear blue, this system clearly reflects the social hierarchy at that time.

Tang Dynasty clothing is very rich in color, red, yellow, green, blue, white and other colors interwoven a gorgeous picture. Red, symbolizing joy and enthusiasm, was one of the most commonly used colors in Tang Dynasty costumes. Yellow is often used in the clothing of royalty and nobility to highlight honor and authority; Green is especially common in official clothing, implying elegance and incorruptibility; Blue is mostly used in folk clothing, symbolizing simplicity and nature; And white is mostly used for mourning, condolence and solemn feelings. Behind each color, there are rich cultural connotations and symbolic meanings.

Tang Dynasty clothing is also unique in pattern design. Flowers and birds, landscapes, figures and other patterns are lifelike, not only beautiful and generous, but also meaning wealth and auspiciousness. Among them, peony, chrysanthemum and other flower patterns are particularly common, they not only show the Tang Dynasty people’s love and pursuit of nature, but also symbolize the beauty and prosperity of life. In addition, landscape patterns are often used in clothing, implying harmony, tranquility and ambition.