Sun Protection: A Time-Honored Fashion in China

Forget “facekini” and full-body coverings, China’s obsession with sun protection dates back thousands of years ago, with gears from a hat with veil to bamboo backpacks

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 recent. Ancient Chinese also had various ingenious methods to protect themselves against sunlight and avoid getting a tan in awkward shapes.

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