Li Qin Loses in 'Nirvana in Fire 2'! Top 10 Most Beautiful 'Fengguan Xiapi' Brides in Chinese Dramas Crowned: Her Wedding Look Was So Stunning It Became Legendary, and the Scene Remains Unforgettable

Wedding scenes in historical Chinese dramas often produce iconic costumes, from elaborate phoenix crowns and pearl headdresses to vibrant red wedding gowns and dynasty-specific bridal attire. When a character and their look are memorable enough, fans continue discussing them years later. Recent dramas like Meng Ziyi in 'Nine Layers of Brocade' and Wu Jinyan in 'Imperial Melody' have sparked conversations with their luxurious wedding outfits, while classic roles such as Zhao Liying in 'The Story of Yanxi Palace' and Peng Xiaoran in 'Donggong' remain ever-present in such rankings. This article compiles the 'Top 10 Most Beautiful Fengguan Xiapi Brides in Chinese Dramas' by analyzing Weibo discussions, public drama reviews, and online community feedback, evaluating based on wedding outfit popularity, character distinctiveness, audience reception, and long-term cultural resonance. Let’s discover which actress’s wedding look left the most lasting impression on viewers.

10th Place: Ju Jingyi in 'The Princess' Grand Scheme' Ju Jingyi plays Jiang Baoning, the Princess of Jianan, in 'The Princess' Grand Scheme'. Raised in the palace from childhood, she is intelligent and courageous, refusing to let her status dictate her marriage. Eventually, she overcomes social barriers to be with Li Qian, played by Zeng Shunxi. For her wedding, Jiang Baoning wears a bright red bridal gown, adorned with golden headpieces, forehead ornaments, and cascading pearl chains. The opulent design maintains her noble status as a princess.

Reactions to this outfit were polarized online. Some viewers commented, 'Her wedding look is so beautiful,' while others praised Ju Jingyi’s style as 'luxurious yet elegant.' Conversely, some criticized the excessive pearl chains, saying they looked like 'hanging bead curtains.' Regardless of personal taste, Jiang Baoning’s wedding ensemble is undeniably unforgettable.

9th Place: Tan Songyun in 'A Heart Like the Sun' Tan Songyun portrays Luo Shiyiniang, a concubine-born daughter of the Luo family, in 'A Heart Like the Sun'. She later marries Xu Lingyi, the Marquis of Yongping, played by Wallace Chung. Their relationship evolves from a distant marriage to deep mutual love. On her wedding day, Shiyiniang wears a traditional red gown paired with golden hair accessories and an elegant updo. The design avoids flashy jewels, aligning with her calm and reserved personality.

When the wedding look debuted, discussions described Tan Songyun as 'painting-like in her beauty,' calling her bridal appearance 'remarkably stunning.' Others noted that her look radiated 'gentle warmth, truly embodying the aura of a family matriarch.' Tan Songyun’s naturally youthful round face appeared softer and more dignified in the bridal attire, creating a striking contrast to her usual lively roles.

9th Place: Tan Songyun in 'A Heart Like the Sun' (Image: Weibo)

8th Place: Li Qin in 'Nirvana in Fire 2' Li Qin plays Lin Wan'er in 'Nirvana in Fire 2', who finally marries Fan Xian, portrayed by Zhang Ruoyun, in the second season after enduring political struggles and family opposition. Lin Wan'er typically appears in refined, elegant outfits, but for the wedding, she dons a red gown and a large, translucent crown. Even the Grand Princess returns to the capital to help her daughter with makeup, making their emotional farewell a key highlight of the ceremony.

Lin Wan'er’s wedding attire is one of the more controversial entries on the list. Reactions to the 3D-printed crown were divided—some said, 'It really looks like glass,' while others mocked it as 'looking like sugar flowers' or even joked it resembled 'an illegal structure from Nirvana in Fire itself.' Despite criticism of the crown, Li Qin carried the entire look with grace. Her delicate features paired with the bold red gown kept the wedding scene highly discussed.

7th Place: Song Yi in 'My Fair Lady' Song Yi plays Su Dan'er, the wealthy textile merchant’s daughter, in 'My Fair Lady'. She begins a marriage of convenience with Ning Yi, played by Guo Qilin, and later becomes a partner in business and life. For her first wedding, Su Dan'er wears a red gown with golden embroidery, a golden crown, and holds a red round fan. The wedding hall is lavishly decorated with red silks and 'Xi' characters, creating a joyful, traditional Chinese wedding atmosphere.

Viewers specifically praised the outfit’s details, describing the 'red gown with golden embroidery' and the golden crown and fan as 'high quality.' Others found the red wedding attire of Song Yi and Guo Qilin 'quite stunning.' With her slender face and classical气质, Song Yi exudes a radiant elegance when paired with the red-and-gold color scheme.

7th Place: Song Yi in 'My Fair Lady' (Image: Weibo)

6th Place: Bai Lu in 'Jade Mansion Spring' Bai Lu plays Lin Shaochun, originally a noble daughter whose family falls after her father is wrongfully accused. She learns opera to survive and clear her father’s name, eventually falling in love with Sun Yulou, played by Wang Yizhe. After overcoming family resistance, they marry. Lin Shaochun wears a traditional bright red wedding gown and an ornate phoenix crown. Compared to her usual modest appearance, her presence becomes significantly more commanding.

Clips of Shaochun’s wedding are still recut and discussed years later. Fans describe the wedding as 'phoenix crown and red robe, ten miles of red decorations, a proper marriage with formal rites,' and lament that Sun Yulou’s promise to Shaochun has finally come true. Bai Lu’s naturally striking features become even more prominent in the red gown and golden crown, standing out more than her usual light makeup in the drama.

5th Place: Wu Jinyan in 'Imperial Melody' Wu Jinyan plays Meng Tinghui in 'Imperial Melody', an orphan who rises through the ranks to become the first female top scholar in the Great Ning dynasty. She later partners with Ying Gu, a young emperor played by Chen Zheyuan, to solve cases and reform the court, gradually developing feelings. The wedding scene is not purely romantic—wedding attire, assassination, and national intrigue intertwine, adding a layer of danger to the red phoenix crown and robe.

Even during filming leaks, Wu Jinyan in her fengguan xiapi and red bridal gown sparked discussions, with netizens saying she 'looked like she stepped out of a painting.' After airing, the 'wedding assassination scene' became a major talking point. With her small face and sharp features, she maintains strong character recognition despite the heavy crown and red robe—no wonder the look went viral before the drama even aired.

5th Place: Wu Jinyan in 'Imperial Melody' (Image: Weibo)

4th Place: Meng Ziyi in 'Nine Layers of Brocade' Meng Ziyi plays Dou Zhao in 'Nine Layers of Brocade', who, after being reborn, decides to change her fate. She gradually evolves from an ally to a trusted partner with Song Mo, played by Li Yunrui. During their wedding, Dou Zhao wears a bold, solid red gown with golden embroidery and a lavish phoenix crown. Meng Ziyi’s naturally strong facial features are further accentuated by the high-saturation red.

One public review stated, 'The bride in fengguan xiapi looks beautiful and noble.' Short videos continue to attract comments like 'fengguan xiapi' and 'ancient wedding.' Meng Ziyi’s strength lies in her ability to carry elaborate accessories—despite the crown, pearls, and red gown, the focus remains on her face.

3rd Place: Xu Lu in 'Novoland: The Castle in the Sky' Xu Lu plays Su Yunning in 'Novoland: The Castle in the Sky', prophesied to become empress and later crowned Crown Princess. She marries Murong Sheng, played by Huang Xuan. The outfit follows a grand royal wedding style—bright red gown, towering phoenix crown, and a head full of jewels. The hairstyle and accessories are so heavy that they could easily overshadow the actress.

Yet Xu Lu carries the heavy ensemble flawlessly. One viewer commented, 'She holds her own in the fengguan xiapi, truly exuding the aura of a legitimate empress.' This captures Su Yunning’s essence—her beauty isn’t delicate or girlish, but dignified, noble, and radiating imperial presence.

3rd Place: Xu Lu in 'Novoland: The Castle in the Sky' (Image: Weibo)

2nd Place: Zhao Liying in 'The Story of Yanxi Palace' Zhao Liying plays Sheng Minglan in 'The Story of Yanxi Palace', a neglected concubine-born daughter who rises to become the wife of Gu Tingye and matriarch of the marquis’s household. Instead of the familiar bright red bridal gown, she wears a greenish-blue wedding dress, while Gu Tingye wears red—reflecting the 'red man, green woman' wedding tradition of the Song dynasty depicted in the drama. Minglan’s phoenix crown and jewels are far more elaborate than her usual attire.

After airing, viewers were deeply impressed by the 'red man, green woman' concept. Comments included, 'The wedding attire in Yanxi is so interesting,' and 'The wedding clothes are unforgettable.' Others exclaimed, 'So festive!' Unlike dramas relying on bold red for impact, 'Yanxi' used contrasting colors, a heavy phoenix crown, and authentic wedding customs to make Minglan’s wedding a memorable, recognizable historical drama wedding scene years later.

1st Place: Peng Xiaoran in 'Donggong' The crown goes to Peng Xiaoran. In 'Donggong', she plays Qu Xiaofeng, the ninth princess of Xizhou, a free-spirited girl from the grasslands who becomes entangled in political schemes in the Feng dynasty’s Eastern Palace. She embarks on a tragically intense romance with Li Chengyun, played by Chen Xingxu. Xiaofeng’s fate intersects with marriage multiple times, but her red wedding gown at the Danchi wedding is especially iconic. The exotic headdress, vibrant red gown, and grassland setting fuse together, forever linking Peng Xiaoran’s red-clad image with Qu Xiaofeng.

Fan comments best support her top ranking. One wrote, 'I love Xiaofeng and Li Chengyun’s wedding attire at Danchi,' describing Xiaofeng as 'beautiful and moving.' Others, recalling the scene, list the 'Danchi wedding' among the most unforgettable moments in Xizhou. Peng Xiaoran’s striking, three-dimensional features paired with the high