{"product_id":"wooden-hair-stick-peony-tassel","title":"Wooden Chinese Hair Stick with Carved Peony and Tassel","description":"\u003cp\u003eGet a feel for traditional Chinese style with this wooden hair stick adorned with a decorative hanging tassel and peony carvings. It serves as both an accessory for practical use when wearing hairstyles and as a finishing touch for Hanfu, qipao and other styles inspired by Chinese fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"design-amp-cultural-meaning\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Cultural Meaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeony:\u003c\/strong\u003e A common choice in Chinese decorative arts and often known as a symbol of good fortune, honour and prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTassel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The flowing tassel provides movement and a fine decorative detail to the carved wooden top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design also makes reference to \u003cem\u003ezhū lián bì hé \u003c\/em\u003e(珠联璧合), a phrase used in Chinese to refer to things that complement each other beautifully. This meaning is appropriate as a design inspiration, rather than a claim about the hair stick's historical origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"materials-amp-details\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green sandalwood, black-tone wood or peach wood, depending on the variant chosen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved, smoothed and polished wood; hand-carving is only added if it can be verified by the maker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 in (18 cm) or 9 in (23 cm) (depending on the variant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round or oval.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome natural wood grain and color variation is possible from one piece to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"how-to-choose-a-length\"\u003eHow to Choose a Length\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 7-inch hair stick is a smaller size for some of the common buns and updos used daily. The 9-inch size adds extra length to larger buns and\/or longer hair styles. The best fit will depend on one's hair type, length, and the way it is being styled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"care-instructions\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid excessive heat and moisture on the wooden hair stick. After use, use a soft, dry cloth to clean it, and store it in a pouch to help preserve the details and tassel that have been carved out.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chinese Jewel","offers":[{"title":"Green Sandalwood \/ 7 in (18 cm)","offer_id":49653776154721,"sku":"CJ-PEN-261026-012","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green Sandalwood \/ 9 in (23 cm)","offer_id":49653776187489,"sku":"CJ-PEN-261026-013","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Gold Sandalwood \/ 7 in (18 cm)","offer_id":49653776220257,"sku":"CJ-PEN-261026-014","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Gold Sandalwood \/ 9 in (23 cm)","offer_id":49653776253025,"sku":"CJ-PEN-261026-015","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Peach Wood \/ 7 in (18 cm)","offer_id":49653776285793,"sku":"CJ-PEN-261026-016","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Peach Wood \/ 9 in (23 cm)","offer_id":49653776318561,"sku":"CJ-PEN-261026-017","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/7411\/9265\/files\/wooden-hair-stick-peony-tassel.jpg?v=1793026118","url":"https:\/\/www.chinesejewel.com\/products\/wooden-hair-stick-peony-tassel","provider":"Chinese Jewel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}