On a sunny spring day, how to wear for an afternoon tea date?

We all know that tea drinking originated in China. It wasn't until the 1660s that tea began to enter England, and because it was a rare foreign product, a good cup of tea became a luxury in the hearts of the British.

The origins of afternoon tea are said to have started in the 1830s by Anna, Duchess of Bedford. Duchesses often feel hungry around 4pm, but dinner in the UK is usually served until 8pm. Because of the long gap between lunch and dinner, the Duchess asked for sandwiches and pastries to be served in her room between 4 and 5 p.m., and gradually began to invite friends over to enjoy them.

In the 19th century, afternoon tea gradually became popular and became a rare place for women from the upper class to go out to meet and chat. They will change into gowns, gloves and hats for afternoon tea dates. Since then, afternoon tea has become an elegant social activity.

When enjoying afternoon tea, guests sit on low sofas and order them on a lower coffee table, so it is sometimes called low tea.

The afternoon tea menu usually uses a three-tiered tea rack, with savoury items such as small sandwiches on the bottom, scones with cream and jam in the middle, and petit fours on top. The classic way to eat it is from salty to sweet, and slowly enjoy it from the bottom up.

This kind of afternoon tea is often mistakenly called high tea, but in fact, the two are very different. Traditionally, high tea is a working-class refreshment that is enjoyed after a busy afternoon of work, in order to quickly replenish energy between work. All of them are called high tea, which has nothing to do with high class, but because they will sit on higher tables and chairs when dining, which is convenient for eating and walking.

Except for some afternoon teas that will have a dress code, I recommend two key points for a general afternoon tea date: comfort and elegance. Because afternoon tea requires sitting on a low sofa for a long time, comfort is very important, and it is a gathering between friends, so it is not advisable to dress too hard and too grandly.

The tea dress (also known as the tea dress) is a dress that appeared in the mid-19th century. It is generally made of lightweight fabric, and the hem is below the knee and above the ankle. Because of its moderate length, it is easy and comfortable to wear, making it a very classic dress for private parties.

Tea dresses have changed a variety of ways to the present, whether it is a short-sleeved or long-sleeved style, with a small and cute bag, it is easy to create a fashionable and elegant temperament.

In addition to the classic tea dress, the A-shaped skirt is also a great choice for afternoon tea, and you can choose a skirt with a print or a slightly special design, so that the whole will not look so monotonous.

And because you have to consider that sitting for a long time, a tight mini skirt or pencil skirt will cause discomfort, and it will also cause embarrassing creases after getting up, so choose a skirt with a loose hem and a simple sweater or shirt on the upper body to suit your skin tone, you can easily control the afternoon tea party.

If you're looking for a more feminine and romantic look, opt for a flowy maxi skirt, especially with ruffles or slits in it. Pair it with a silk top or a fitted sweater in bright colors for a feminine look.

Sitting for a long time in an indoor air-conditioned room is actually the most comfortable thing than a cardigan. A classic cardigan, whether it is paired with trousers or skirts, can reflect the intellectual side of women, making people look more generous and independent.

I hope that all ladies can participate easily and elegantly in the afternoon tea party on a sunny spring day!