Sun Protection: A Time-Honored Fashion in China

From veiled hats to bamboo backpacks, China’s obsession with sun protection dates back thousands of years

Whether it’s swimming in the infamous “facekini” or wearing head-to-toe covering on sweltering days, China’s obsession with sun protection is not a recent one. Ancient Chinese also had various ingenious methods of shielding themselves from the sun and avoiding awkward tans. Learn more about how ancient Chinese avoided sunburn via the link here.

Let us know what fashion you flaunt to keep yourself in the shade!