Dress codes pass on ethnic identity

　　Photo by Huyan Shuo / China Daily

For ethnic Yao people living in Jinxiu county in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, traditional attire is more than just fashion－it's a statement of identity and a key part of celebrations.

Every December, Yao people－clad in colorful layers with elaborate embroidery－gather to sing and dance in celebration of the Panwang Festival, when they worship their ancestors.