11/01/2011

Chinese traditional female costumes

Cheongsam, also called “Qi Pao” in Chinese, is one type of traditional Chinese female costumes, which originated from a kind of ancient clothing of Manchu ethnic minority. It is regarded as a symbol of Chinese female clothing.It is featured by stand collar, right side opening, fitting waist and slip bottom, which can fully set off the beauty of the female shape.

The cheongsam displays strong national flavor and embodies the beauty of Chinese traditional costumes. Over the years the cheongsam comes and goes and today most wear it as a wedding gown, for social occasions and during the Chinese New Year. Not just popular in Asia the cheongsam has been worn in the west. It is noted for its elegance and feminine fit

In the eyes of some westerners, cheongsam is the symbol of the culture of traditional Chinese female dresses. It is designed to fit the figure of Chinese female. The cheongsam has high, closed and stand-up collar. And it has long, middle-length or short sleeves. The cheongsam shows the beauty of the female figure perfectly. Chinese women wear the cheongsams look charming, neat and elegant.

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