The cheongsam (cheongsam and qipao) is Asian clothing and oriental clothing body-hugging (modified in Shanghai) one-piece Chinese dress for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) women. It is cheongsam and qipao known in Chinese as the Chinese clothing qípáo, qípáor, Wade-Giles ch'i-p'ao, and is cheongsam and qipao also known in English as Asian clothing and oriental clothing mandarin gown. the Chinese clothing modern cheongsam is cheongsam and qipao Asian clothing and oriental clothing modernized version Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing qipao Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Manchurians who ruled China in the Chinese clothing 17-19th century (Qing Dynasty).

Different kind/categories of chinese clothing:
chinese clothing for kids
ancient chinese clothing
chinese clothing for men
chinese clothing for women
hanfu chinese clothing

Chinese language usage

The English loanword cheongsam comes from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) chèuhngsàam, the Chinese clothing Cantonese pronunciation Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Shanghainese term zǎnze or zansae ('long shirt/dress'), by which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants the Chinese clothing original tight-fitting form was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress first known. the Chinese clothing Shanghainese name was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress somewhat Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress odds with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes usage in Mandarin and other Chinese dialects, where chángshān (the Mandarin pronunciation Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes) refers Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume an exclusively male dress (see changshan) and the Chinese clothing female version is cheongsam and qipao known as Asian clothing and oriental clothing qipao.

In Hong Kong, where many Shanghai tailors fled Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume after the Chinese clothing Communist takeover Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Mainland, the Chinese clothing word chèuhngsàam may refer Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume either male or female garments. the Chinese clothing word keipo (qipao) is cheongsam and qipao either Asian clothing and oriental clothing more formal term for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) the Chinese clothing female chèuhngsàam, or is cheongsam and qipao used for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) the Chinese clothing two-piece cheongsam variant that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume is cheongsam and qipao popular in China. Western countries mostly follow the Chinese clothing original Shanghainese usage and apply the Chinese clothing name cheongsam Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume Asian clothing and oriental clothing garment worn by women.

When the Chinese clothing Manchu ruled China during the Chinese clothing Qing Dynasty, certain social strata emerged. Among them were the Chinese clothing Banners (qí), mostly Manchu, who as Asian clothing and oriental clothing group were called Banner People (pinyin: qí rén). Manchu women typically wore Asian clothing and oriental clothing one-piece dress that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume came Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume be known as the Chinese clothing qípáo (or banner quilt). the Chinese clothing qipao fitted loosely and hung straight down the Chinese clothing body. Under the Chinese clothing dynastic laws after 1644, all Han Chinese were forced Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume wear Asian clothing and oriental clothing queue and dress in Manchurian qipao instead Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes traditional Han Chinese clothing, under penalty Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes death. In the Chinese clothing following 300 years, the Chinese clothing qipao became the Chinese clothing adopted clothing Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Chinese, and was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress eventually tailored Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume suit the Chinese clothing preferences Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing population. Such was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress its popularity that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume the Chinese clothing garment form survived the Chinese clothing political turmoil Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing 1911 Xinhai Revolution that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume toppled the Chinese clothing Qing Dynasty.

The original qipao was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress wide and loose. It covered most Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing woman's body, revealing only the Chinese clothing head, hands, and the Chinese clothing tips Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing toes. the Chinese clothing baggy nature Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing clothing also served Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume conceal the Chinese clothing figure Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing wearer regardless Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes age. with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes time, though, the Chinese clothing qipao were tailored Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume become more form fitting and revealing. the Chinese clothing modern version, which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants is cheongsam and qipao now recognized popularly in China as the Chinese clothing "standard" qipao, was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress first developed in Shanghai around 1900, toward the Chinese clothing end Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Qing Dynasty. People eagerly sought Asian clothing and oriental clothing more modernized style Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes dress and transformed the Chinese clothing old qipao Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume suit their tastes. Slender and form-fitting with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing high cut, it contrasted sharply with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes the Chinese clothing traditional qipao. In Shanghai it was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress first known as zansae or "long dress" (chángshān, Shanghainese: zansae, Cantonese: chèuhngsàam), and it is cheongsam and qipao this name that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume survives in English as the Chinese clothing "cheongsam".

The modernized version is cheongsam and qipao noted for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) accentuating the Chinese clothing figures Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes women, and as such was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress popular as Asian clothing and oriental clothing dress for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) high society. As Western fashions changed, the Chinese clothing basic cheongsam design changed too, introducing high-necked sleeveless dresses, bell-like sleeves, and the Chinese clothing black lace frothing Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing hem Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing ball gown. By the Chinese clothing 1940s, cheongsam came in Asian clothing and oriental clothing wide variety Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes fabrics with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes an equal variety Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes accessories.

The 1949 Communist Revolution ended the Chinese clothing cheongsam and other fashions in Shanghai, but the Chinese clothing Shanghainese emigrants and refugees brought the Chinese clothing fashion Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume Hong Kong where it has remained popular. Recently there has been Asian clothing and oriental clothing revival Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Shanghainese cheongsam in Shanghai and elsewhere in Mainland China; the Chinese clothing Shanghainese style functions now mostly as Asian clothing and oriental clothing stylish party dress.

In the Chinese clothing 1950s, women in the Chinese clothing workforce in Hong Kong started Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume wear more functional cheongsams made Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes wool, twill, and other materials. Most were tailor fitted and often came with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing matching jacket. the Chinese clothing dresses were Asian clothing and oriental clothing fusion Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Chinese tradition with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes modern styles. Cheongsam were commonly replaced by more comfortable clothings like sweaters, jeans, business suits and skirts. Due Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume its restrictive nature, it is cheongsam and qipao now mainly worn as formal wear for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) important occasions. They are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing sometimes worn by politicians and film artists in Taiwan and Hong Kong. They are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing shown in some Chinese movies such as in the Chinese clothing 1960s film, the Chinese clothing World Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Suzie Wong, where actress Nancy Kwan made the Chinese clothing cheongsam briefly fashionable in western culture. They are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing also commonly seen in beauty contests, along with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes swim suits. They are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing only common in daily living for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) some people as Asian clothing and oriental clothing uniform.

Women in video games are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing often in cheongsam, so cosplay showgirls may wear Asian clothing and oriental clothing cheongsam in show times. These cheongsam usually made Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes rubber or silk, reflective in color Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume catch camera focus, with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes short sleeves and the Chinese clothing bottom Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing cheongsam Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume mid-thigh. They are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing commonly worn with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes short socks and white shoes.

Some airlines in Mainland China and Taiwan have cheongsam uniforms for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) their women flight attendants and ground workers such as China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, and Xiamen Airlines. They are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing in Asian clothing and oriental clothing plain color, hemmed Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume just above the Chinese clothing knee, with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing body fitting wool suit jacket Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing same color as the Chinese clothing cheongsam. the Chinese clothing workers wear stockings and low heeled shoes. Their working places are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing often air-conditioned so they remain cool.

A few primary schools and some secondary schools in Hong Kong, especially older schools established by Christian missionaries, use Asian clothing and oriental clothing plain rimmed sky blue cotton and/or dark blue velvet (for winter) cheongsams with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes the Chinese clothing metal school badge right under the Chinese clothing stand-up collar Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume be closed with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing metal hook and eye as the Chinese clothing official uniform for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) their female students. the Chinese clothing schools which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants use this standard include True Light Girls' College, St. Paul's Co-educational College, Heep Yunn School, St. Stephen's Girls' College, Ying Wa Girls' School, etc. These cheongsams are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing usually straight, with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes no waist shaping, and the Chinese clothing cheongsam hem must reach mid-thigh. the Chinese clothing cheongsams fit closely Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing neck, and the Chinese clothing stiff collar is cheongsam and qipao hooked up all the Chinese clothing time amidst the Chinese clothing tropical humid and hot weather. Although the Chinese clothing skirts have short slits, they are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing too narrow Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume allow students Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume walk in long strides. the Chinese clothing seams above the Chinese clothing slits often split when walking and are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing repeatedly sewed. Many schools also require underskirts Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume be worn with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes the Chinese clothing cheongsam. the Chinese clothing underskirt is cheongsam and qipao Asian clothing and oriental clothing white cotton full slip, hemmed slightly shorter than the Chinese clothing cheongsam, and are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing slit Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing sides like the Chinese clothing cheongsams, although the Chinese clothing slits are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing deeper. Asian clothing and oriental clothing white cotton undershirt is cheongsam and qipao often worn inside. the Chinese clothing cheongsams' length, styling, color and sleeve length varies between schools. Many students feel it an ordeal, yet it is cheongsam and qipao Asian clothing and oriental clothing visible manifestation Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing strict discipline that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume is cheongsam and qipao the Chinese clothing hallmark Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes prestigious secondary schools in Hong Kong and many students and their parents like that. In summer wearing this for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) Asian clothing and oriental clothing school day would be sweaty and un-hygienic. Some rebellious students express their dissatisfaction with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes this tradition by wearing their uniform with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes the Chinese clothing stand-up collar intentionally left unhooked or hemmed above their knees. the Chinese clothing Ying Wa and True Light Schools have set questionnaires Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume their students about uniform reforms but not passed.[1] But Madam Lau Kam Lung Secondary School Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Miu Fat Buddhist Monastery ended their cheongsam uniform in 1990 after student unions suggested.

Many waitresses in Chinese restaurants over the Chinese clothing world wear suits and skirts but some, especially the Chinese clothing receptionists, wear cheongsam uniforms. These cheongsam (referred Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume as qipao in China) are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing long, often foot-length or floor-length. They have slits high Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing waist or hip, usually no sleeves or cap sleeves. They are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing often made Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes brightly-colored silk or satin with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes rich Chinese embroidery. Some nightclub waitresses, ritual girls in ceremonies, and competitors in Chinese beauty competitions wear similar cheongsam uniforms. They may wear pantyhose but not an underskirt so walking shows their legs. These uniforms are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing considered too sexy for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) ordinary wear so they are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing worn and kept Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress work. the Chinese clothing waitresses change into casual clothes before going home.

Qipao (Ch'ipau) is cheongsam and qipao one Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing most typical, traditional costumes for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) Chinese women. Also known as cheongsam, it is cheongsam and qipao like Asian clothing and oriental clothing wonderful flower in the Chinese clothing Chinese colorful fashion scene because Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes its particular charm.

In the Chinese clothing early 17th century in North China, Nurhachi, Asian clothing and oriental clothing great political and military strategist, unified the Chinese clothing various Nuzhen tribes and set up the Chinese clothing Eight Banner System. Later he led his troops into Beijing and overthrew the Chinese clothing Ming Dynasty. Over the Chinese clothing years, Asian clothing and oriental clothing collarless tube-shaped gown was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress developed, which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress worn by men and women. This is cheongsam and qipao the Chinese clothing embryo Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Qipao. It became popular among the Chinese clothing royal palace Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Qing Dynasty and the Chinese clothing mansions Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Manchu nobility. Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume time, it was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress loosely fitted and long enough Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume reach the Chinese clothing insteps. Usually it was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress made Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes silk, and embroidered, with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes broad laces trimmed Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing collar, sleeves and edges. the Chinese clothing dress empresses Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes past dynasties wore them. Their style Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes dress was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress regarded as the Chinese clothing highest Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes standards for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) Chinese women for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) several thousand years.

The only medium Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume display the Chinese clothing elegance Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing human body is cheongsam and qipao an elegant costume. Whatever costume Asian clothing and oriental clothing woman wears, in addition Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume magnificence and nobility, she must have Asian clothing and oriental clothing thirst for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) elegance or beauty. Perhaps that's the Chinese clothing reason why Qipao was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress born.

 In the Chinese clothing past, the Chinese clothing collar Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing costume was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress made high and tight-fitting Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume keep warm. Qipao has incorporated this feature, not just for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) preventing coldness but also for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) beauty. the Chinese clothing collar Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Qipao generally takes the Chinese clothing shape Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing semicircle, its right and left sides being symmetrical, flattering the Chinese clothing soft and slender neck Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing woman. the Chinese clothing collar Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Qipao is cheongsam and qipao meticulously made, especially the Chinese clothing buttonhole loop on the Chinese clothing collar, which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants serves as the Chinese clothing finishing touch. We can't help but admire the Chinese clothing designers' artistic originality. the Chinese clothing design Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing front Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Qipao depicts the Chinese clothing maturity Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes women properly, reminding people Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing line Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing Chinese poem 'A garden full Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing beauty Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes spring can not be prevented from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) being enjoyed.'

Qipao generally has two big slits Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress either side Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing hem for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) convenient movement and display Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing slender legs Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes women. Unlike Asian clothing and oriental clothing short-length skirt, the Chinese clothing slits Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Qipao expose Asian clothing and oriental clothing woman's legs indistinctly when she walks, as if there was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress Asian clothing and oriental clothing blurred emotional appeal Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes 'enjoying flowers in mist.'

Qipaos can display Chinese women's modesty, softness and beauty. Like Chinese women's temperament, Qipaos are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing elegant and gentle.

Like other costumes, the Chinese clothing beauty Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Qipao comes first. Simplicity is cheongsam and qipao one Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes its features from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) the Chinese clothing collar, loop, chest, waist and hips Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing lower hem, and Asian clothing and oriental clothing Qipao almost varies with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing woman's figure. It not only lays stress on the Chinese clothing natural beauty Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing female figure, but also makes women's legs appear more slender. Mature women in Qipaos can display their graceful refined manner.

Besides its simplicity, Qipao provides designers with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes vast, creative space: some short, some long, with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes low, high, or even no collars Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress all.

Practicality always goes with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes beauty. Qipaos are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing worn in both urban and rural areas, its long-standing elegance and serenity making wearers fascinating.

When wearing Qipao, women should pay attention Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing match as Asian clothing and oriental clothing whole; particularly middle-aged or elderly women should do so. Hairstyles, jewelry, socks and shoes should match Qipaos properly in color and design.

Today, with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes the Chinese clothing development Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing market economy in China, designs or styles Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes fashions are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing so dazzling as the Chinese clothing stars that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume the Chinese clothing eye cannot take them all in. As Asian clothing and oriental clothing result, people are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing often Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress Asian clothing and oriental clothing loss what Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume choose when facing the Chinese clothing vast sea Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes fashions. On the Chinese clothing other hand, it is cheongsam and qipao just Asian clothing and oriental clothing golden opportunity for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) Chinese national costumes Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume regain their popularity. Fashion culture has become Asian clothing and oriental clothing point Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes intersection Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes social culture, reflecting economic developments, social progress and educational level. It represents people's spirit, living standards and aspirations towards beauty.

Han Chinese clothing or Hanfu, also known as Hanzhuang, Huafu, or guzhuang ("ancient clothing"), and sometimes referred in English sources simply as Silk Robe[1] (especially those worn by the Chinese clothing gentry) or Chinese Silk Robe refers Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing historical dress Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Han Chinese people, which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress worn for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) millennia before the Chinese clothing conquest by the Chinese clothing Manchus and the Chinese clothing establishment Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Qing Dynasty in 1644. the Chinese clothing term Hanfu derives from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) the Chinese clothing Book Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Han, which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants says, "then many came Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing Court Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume pay homage and were delighted Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing clothing style Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Han."

Han Chinese clothing is cheongsam and qipao presently worn only as Asian clothing and oriental clothing part Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes historical reenactment, hobby, coming Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes age/rite Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes passage ceremonies, ceremonial clothing worn by religious priests, or cultural exercise and can be frequently seen on Chinese television series, films and other forms Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes media entertainment. However, there is cheongsam and qipao currently Asian clothing and oriental clothing movement in China and overseas Chinese communities Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume revive Han Chinese clothing in everyday life and incorporate in Chinese festivals or celebration.

Some costumes commonly thought Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes as typically Chinese, such as the Chinese clothing qipao, are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing the Chinese clothing result Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes influence by brutal laws (Queue Order) imposed by Manchurian rulers Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing Qing Dynasty, and are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing regarded by some advocates as not being "traditionally" Han. Technically, the Chinese clothing Qing dynasty and afterwards would be considered modern China, so the Chinese clothing qipao would be modern clothing and not traditional. Today, most Han Chinese wear western-style clothing in everyday life. Some urbanites wear modified or modernized traditional clothes, while many in the Chinese clothing countryside still use distinctive peasant dress.

Hanfu has Asian clothing and oriental clothing history Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes more than three millennia, and is cheongsam and qipao said Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume have been worn by the Chinese clothing legendary Yellow Emperor. from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) the Chinese clothing beginning Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes its history, Hanfu (especially in elite circles) was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress inseparable from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) silk, supposedly discovered by the Chinese clothing Yellow Emperor’s consort, Leizu. the Chinese clothing first solidly historical dynasty known Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes in China, the Chinese clothing Shang Dynasty (c.1600 BC-1000 BC), developed the Chinese clothing rudiments Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Hanfu; it consisted Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing yi, Asian clothing and oriental clothing narrow-cuffed, knee-length tunic tied with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing sash, and Asian clothing and oriental clothing narrow, ankle-length skirt, called shang, worn with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing bixi, Asian clothing and oriental clothing length Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes fabric that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume reached the Chinese clothing knees. Vivid primary colors and green were used, due Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing degree Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes technology Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing time.

The dynasty Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume follow the Chinese clothing Shang, the Chinese clothing Western Zhou Dynasty, established Asian clothing and oriental clothing strict hierarchical society that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume used clothing as Asian clothing and oriental clothing status meridian, and inevitably, the Chinese clothing height Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes one’s rank influenced the Chinese clothing ornateness Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing costume. Such markers included the Chinese clothing length Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing skirt, the Chinese clothing wideness Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing sleeve and the Chinese clothing degree Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes ornamentation. In addition Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume these class-oriented developments, the Chinese clothing Hanfu became looser, with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes the Chinese clothing introduction Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes wide sleeves and jade decorations hung from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) the Chinese clothing sash which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants served Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume keep the Chinese clothing yi closed. the Chinese clothing yi was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress essentially wrapped over, in Asian clothing and oriental clothing style known as jiaoling youren, or wrapping the Chinese clothing right side over before the Chinese clothing left, because Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing initially greater challenge Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing right-handed wearer (the Chinese discouraged left-handedness like many other historical cultures, considering it unnatural and unfortunate).

In the Chinese clothing Eastern Zhou Dynasty, the Chinese clothing "deep robe" (shenyi) appeared Asian clothing and oriental clothing combination Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes tunic and skirt. the Chinese clothing upper and lower halves were cut separately but sewn as Asian clothing and oriental clothing single unit. An additional change was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress the Chinese clothing shaping Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing left side Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing costume into Asian clothing and oriental clothing corner, fastened on the Chinese clothing chest. Perhaps because Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Confucian influence, disapproving Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing hierarchical society in favour Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes social mobility based on personal merit, the Chinese clothing shenyi was the Chinese traditional costume and Chinese ancient dress swiftly adopted. There still existed an elite however, and they monopolised the Chinese clothing more ornate fabrics and grandiose details.

Chinese clothing in Garments

The style Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Han Chinese clothing can be summarized as containing garment elements that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing arranged in distinctive and sometime specific ways. This maybe different from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) the Chinese clothing traditional garment Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes other ethnic groups in China, most notably the Chinese clothing Manchurian influenced Chinese clothes, the Chinese clothing qipao, which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants is cheongsam and qipao popularly assumed Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume be the Chinese clothing solely recognizable style Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes "traditional" Chinese garb. Asian clothing and oriental clothing comparison Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing two styles can be seen as follows:

Component Han Manchu
Upper Garment Consist Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes "yi" (衣), which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants have loose lapels and are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing open Consist Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes "pao" (袍), which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants have secured lapels around the Chinese clothing neck and no side openings
Lower Garment Consist Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes skirts called "change/shang". Consist Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes pants or trousers called "ku". Collars Generally, diagonally crossing each other, with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes the Chinese clothing left crossing over the Chinese clothing right Parallel verticle collars with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes parallel diagonal lapels, which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants overlap
Sleeves Long and loose Narrow and tight
Buttons Sparingly used and concealed inside the Chinese clothing garment Numerous and prominently displayed
Fittings Belts and sashes are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing used Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume close, secure, and fit the Chinese clothing garments around the Chinese clothing waist Flat ornate buttoning systems are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing typically used Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume secure the Chinese clothing collar and fit the Chinese clothing garment around the Chinese clothing neck and upper torso

A complete Hanfu garment is cheongsam and qipao assembled from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) several pieces Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes clothing into an attire:

Yi:  Any open cross-collar garment, and worn by both sexes
Pao: Any closed full-body garment, worn only by men in Hanfu
Ru: Open cross-collar shirt
Shan: Open cross-collar shirt or jacket that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume is cheongsam and qipao worn over the Chinese clothing yi
Qun or shang: Skirt for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) women and men, respectively
Ku: Trousers or pants

People are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing also able Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume accessorize with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes tassels and jade pendants or various ornaments hung from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) the Chinese clothing belt or sash, known as pei.

Chinese clothing with Hats and headwear

On top Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing garments, hats (for men) or hairpieces (for women) maybe worn. One can often tell the Chinese clothing profession or social rank Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes someone by what they wear on their heads. the Chinese clothing typical male hat or cap is cheongsam and qipao called Asian clothing and oriental clothing jin for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) commoners and guan for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) the Chinese clothing privileged. Officials and academics have Asian clothing and oriental clothing separate set Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes hats for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) them, typically the Chinese clothing putou, the Chinese clothing wushamao, the Chinese clothing si-fang pingding jin (fangjin) and the Chinese clothing Zhuangzi jin. Asian clothing and oriental clothing typical hairpiece for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) women is cheongsam and qipao Asian clothing and oriental clothing ji but there are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing more elaborate hairpieces.

Traditionally, the Chinese clothing Chinese wear their hats indoors as well as outdoors unlike their Western counterparts. This is cheongsam and qipao mainly because most hats are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing too impractical Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume take off and carry around.

Han-Chinese clothing had changed and evolved with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes the Chinese clothing fashion Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing days since its commonly assumed beginnings in the Chinese clothing Shang dynasty. Many Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing earlier designs are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing more gender-neutral and simple in cuttings. Later garments incorporate multiple pieces with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes men commonly wearing pants and women commonly wearing skirts. Clothing for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) women usually accentuates the Chinese clothing body's natural curves through wrapping Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes upper garment lapels or binding with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes sashes Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing waist.

Each dynasty has their own styles Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Hanfu as they evolved and only few styles are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing 'fossilized'.

Informal wear of Chinese clothing:

Types include tops (yi) and bottoms (divided further into pants and skirts for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) both genders, with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes different terminologies qun for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) females and shang for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) males), and one-piece robes that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume wrap around the Chinese clothing body once or several times (shenyi).

Shenyi: Asian clothing and oriental clothing long full body garment
Quju: diagonal body wrapping
Zhiju: straight lapels

Zhongyi or zhongdan: inner garments, mostly white cotton or silk
Shanqun: Asian clothing and oriental clothing short coat with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing long skirt
Ruqun: Asian clothing and oriental clothing top garment with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing separate lower garment or skirt
Kuzhe: Asian clothing and oriental clothing short coat with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes trousers
Zhiduo/zhishen: Asian clothing and oriental clothing Ming Dynasty style robe, similar Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume Asian clothing and oriental clothing zhiju shenyi but with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes vents Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing side and 'stitched sleeves' (i.e. the Chinese clothing sleeve cuff is cheongsam and qipao closed save Asian clothing and oriental clothing small opening for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) the Chinese clothing hand Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume go through)

A typical set Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Hanfu can consist Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes two or three layers. the Chinese clothing first layer Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes clothing is cheongsam and qipao mostly the Chinese clothing zhongyi which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants is cheongsam and qipao typically the Chinese clothing inner garment much like Asian clothing and oriental clothing Western T-shirt and pants. the Chinese clothing next layer is cheongsam and qipao the Chinese clothing main layer Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes clothing which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants is cheongsam and qipao mostly closed Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing front. There can be an optional third layer which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants is cheongsam and qipao often an overcoat called Asian clothing and oriental clothing zhaoshan which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants is cheongsam and qipao open Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing front. More complicated sets Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Hanfu can have many more layers.

For footwear, white socks and black cloth shoes (with white soles) are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing the Chinese clothing norm, but in the Chinese clothing past, shoes may have Asian clothing and oriental clothing front face panel attached Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing tip Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing shoes. Daoists, Buddhists and Confucians may have white stripe chevrons.

Semi-formal wear of Chinese clothing:

A piece Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Hanfu can be "made semi-formal" by the Chinese clothing addition Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing following appropriate items:

Chang/shang: Asian clothing and oriental clothing pleated skirt
Bixi: long front cloth panel attached from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) the Chinese clothing waist belt
Zhaoshan: long open fronted coat
Guan or any formal hats

Generally, this form Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes wear is cheongsam and qipao suitable for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) meeting guests or going Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume meetings and other special cultural days. This form Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes dress is cheongsam and qipao often worn by the Chinese clothing nobility or the Chinese clothing upper-class as they are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing often expensive pieces Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes clothing, usually made Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes silks and damasks. the Chinese clothing coat sleeves are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing often deeper than the Chinese clothing shenyi Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume create Asian clothing and oriental clothing more voluminous appearance.

Formal wear of Chinese clothing:

In addition Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume informal and semi-formal wear, there is cheongsam and qipao Asian clothing and oriental clothing form Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes dress that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume is cheongsam and qipao worn only Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress certain special occasions (like important sacrifices or religious activities) or by special people who are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing entitled Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume wear them (such as officials and emperors).

Formal Chinese clothing may include:

Xuanduan: Asian clothing and oriental clothing very formal dark robe; equivalent Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing Western black tie or white tie
Daopao/Fusha: Taoist/Buddhist priests' full dress ceremonial robes
Yuanlingshan, lanshan or panlingpao: closed, round collared robe; mostly used for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) official or academical dress

The most formal Hanfu that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume one can wear is cheongsam and qipao the Chinese clothing xuanduan (sometimes called yuanduan), which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants consists Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing black or dark blue top garment that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume runs Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing knees with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes long sleeve (often with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes white piping), Asian clothing and oriental clothing bottom red chang, Asian clothing and oriental clothing red bixi (which can have Asian clothing and oriental clothing motif and/or be edged in black), an optional white belt with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes two white streamers hanging from the hanfu(Chinese hanfu) the Chinese clothing side or slightly Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing front called peishou (like adding Asian clothing and oriental clothing white bow tie on Asian clothing and oriental clothing Western dinner suit Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume convert it Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume Asian clothing and oriental clothing full evening suit), and Asian clothing and oriental clothing long black guan. Additionally, wearers may carry Asian clothing and oriental clothing long jade gui  or wooden hu tablet (used when greeting royalty). This form Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes dress is cheongsam and qipao mostly used in sacrificial ceremonies such as Ji Tian and Ji Zu, etc but is cheongsam and qipao also appropriate for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) State occasions.
 
Chinese clothing for Taoist priests:

Taoist priests celebrating Asian clothing and oriental clothing rite. Although rarely worn in everyday life, Hanfu remains an important part Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing religions Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes China and its culture, such as Taoism (Daoism).

Those in the Chinese clothing religious orders wear Asian clothing and oriental clothing plain middle layer garment followed by Asian clothing and oriental clothing highly decorated cloak or coat. Taoists have Asian clothing and oriental clothing 'scarlet gown' [4] which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants is cheongsam and qipao made Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing large cloak sewn Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing hem Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume create very long deep sleeves used in very formal rituals. They are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing often scarlet or crimson in color with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes wide edging and embroidered with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes intricate symbols and motifs such as the Chinese clothing eight trigrams and the Chinese clothing yin and yang Taiji symbol. Buddhist have Asian clothing and oriental clothing cloak with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes gold lines on Asian clothing and oriental clothing scarlet background creating Asian clothing and oriental clothing brickwork pattern which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants is cheongsam and qipao wrapped around over the Chinese clothing left shoulder and secured Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing right side Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes the Chinese clothing body with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes cords. There maybe further decorations, especially for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) high priests.

Those in academia or officialdom have distinctive gowns. This varies over the Chinese clothing ages but they are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing typically round collared gowns closed Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress the Chinese clothing front. the Chinese clothing most distinct feature is cheongsam and qipao the Chinese clothing headwear which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants has 'wings' attached. Only those who passed the Chinese clothing civil examinations are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing entitled Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume wear them, but Asian clothing and oriental clothing variation Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes it can be worn by ordinary scholars and laymen.

Court dress of Chinese clothing:

Court dress is cheongsam and qipao the Chinese clothing dress worn Chinese dress, Asian dress and oriental dress very formal occasions and ceremonies that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing in the Chinese clothing presence Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes Asian clothing and oriental clothing monarch. the Chinese clothing entire ensemble Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes clothing can consist Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes many complex layers and look very elaborate. Court dress is cheongsam and qipao similar Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume the Chinese clothing xuanduan in components but have additional adornments and elaborate headwear. They are Chinese ancient clothing and Chinese traditional clothing often brightly colored with Chinese traditional clothes and Chinese ancient clothes vermillion and blue.

Court dress refers to:

Chaofu: ceremonial dress Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes officials or nobility
Mianfu: ceremonial/enthronement dress for Chinese Shoes (Kung Fu Shoes or Clothes Shoes) emperors

The practical use Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes court dress is cheongsam and qipao now obsolete in the Chinese clothing modern age since there is cheongsam and qipao no reigning monarch in China anymore.

Ethnic identity

According Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume Tang Dynasty scholar Kong Yingda's official commentary Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume Zuo Zhuan and Shang Shu, Chinese clothing plays an important role in the Chinese clothing Chinese ethnic identity. It says, "In China, there is cheongsam and qipao the Chinese clothing grandeur Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes rites and social conduct; that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume is cheongsam and qipao why it is cheongsam and qipao called Xia. There is cheongsam and qipao the Chinese clothing beauty Chinese clothes, Asian clothes and oriental clothes dress and decoration; this is cheongsam and qipao called Hua." the Chinese clothing words Hua and Xia combine Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume form the Chinese clothing word Huaxia, which is Chinese shirt or Chinese pants is cheongsam and qipao Asian clothing and oriental clothing name that should be Chinese traditional dress or Chinese ancient costume is cheongsam and qipao often used Chinese costume, Asian costume and oriental costume represent the Chinese clothing Chinese civilization.