, April 20 -- China's traditional Hanfu clothing is no longer limited to people, as designers are now creating outfits for robots, dolls and even pets, reflecting a growing interest in blending culture with modern lifestyles.

At a recent fashion show in Caoxian County in eastern Shandong Province, models appeared with dolls dressed in matching Hanfu, while humanoid robots also wore traditional outfits, drawing strong attention from visitors.

The event highlighted how Caoxian, one of China's main Hanfu production centres, is shifting from mass manufacturing to more creative and specialised products.

Local companies that once focused on large-scale production are now exploring niche markets and original designs. Their new products includ...