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 ...

the qipao lost popularity, as many perceived it as a relic of outdated Chinese traditions at odds with the drive for modernization. People gravitated towards more functional, Western-inspired ...

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.