As Heather Guo strolls down the streets of Manhattan in her burgundy qipao, passersby turn their heads to catch a glimpse, as if she was a character from a Wong Kar-wai film. Meticulously hand ...

Popular in the '30s and '40s, the Chinese women's dress called qipao today is recognized as typical formal dress for the Chinese women. But in designers' eyes, it also suits taller Western women.

Introduction In the vibrant corridors of history few garments tell a story as rich and multifaceted as the qipao This elegant Chinese attire with its origins rooted deep in Chinese tradition whispers ...

He said the qipao began as a formless gown for house cleaning and was turned into a symbol of female empowerment. "In a time where Asian women were silenced they were able to create not only a ...

Get back to your 852 roots with our guide to cheongsam and qipao shopping in Hong Kong. From OGs like Linva Tailor who have ...