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Qipao / Cheongsam FAQs
What is Qipao or Cheongsam?
Qipao, widely known across the globe as Cheongsam, is a classic traditional womenswear piece originating from China. Its core features include an exquisite mandarin collar, slanted placket with frog buttons, and a sleek form fitting cut, making it a timeless fashion item that embodies oriental aesthetics.
What is the difference between Qipao and Changshan?
There is no essential difference between Qipao and Cheongsam, as both terms refer to the same womens cheongsam garment. Qipao is the standard name from Mandarin pinyin, while Cheongsam is a commonly used English term derived from Cantonese pronunciation. Both are widely accepted and used in the global fashion industry.
What is the origin and development history of the cheongsam?
The cheongsam originated in China in the 1920s, blending elements of traditional Manchu clothing with modern western form fitting tailoring. It first gained popularity among urban women, socialites and intellectuals during the Republic of China era, becoming a symbol of womens pursuit of independence and elegance at the time. After a century of evolution, the cheongsam has been continuously optimized for wearing comfort, with an increasingly diverse range of fits and fabrics. It has expanded from traditional formal occasions to daily wear, becoming a globally classic womenswear piece that combines fashion and cultural heritage.
What is the difference between traditional cheongsam and modern modified cheongsam?
Traditional cheongsams are mostly hand customized long styles with strict tailoring and high quality fabrics, only suitable for formal ceremonial occasions. Modern modified cheongsams weaken the strict form fitting restrictions and optimize wearing comfort. They come in a variety of styles including short cuts and loose fits, which can be adapted to multiple scenarios such as daily wear, dates and semi formal occasions.
How to choose the right cheongsam size for me?
Every cheongsam in our store has a dedicated size chart on its product page. You can take your measurements in advance, including bust, waist, hip and shoulder width, to make your purchase with reference. If your measurements fall between two sizes, you can choose the smaller size for a more form fitting look, or the larger size for a more comfortable fit. You can also contact us for one to one personalized advice.
Can anyone wear a cheongsam?
Absolutely. The cheongsam is a classic garment with no boundaries of nationality, age or body type. No matter which country you come from, which age group you are in, or what body type you have, you can wear the cheongsam freely and experience its beauty and cultural charm. We also offer a full range of sizes to choose from.
How should beginners choose a cheongsam that suits them?
When beginners shop for a cheongsam, we recommend first confirming the style based on your intended wearing occasions. For those new to cheongsams, it is best to prioritize loose and comfortable modern modified styles. Please take your body measurements in advance, including bust, waist, hip and shoulder width. Each product features an exclusive size chart on its detail page, which you can reference to select your size. You can also contact us for one to one personalized style and sizing advice.
What categories of cheongsam products does your store carry?
Our store offers a comprehensive range of cheongsam categories, including daily modern modified cheongsams, authentic traditional long cheongsams, bridal wedding cheongsams, full size range plus size cheongsams, as well as cheongsam tops and new Chinese style blouses. A wide variety of styles, including short cuts, long sleeve and sleeveless designs, are all available for purchase.
Do you provide custom services for all categories of cheongsams in your store?
We offer exclusive custom tailoring services for all categories of cheongsams in our store. Whether it is daily styles, wedding styles, plus size styles or cheongsam tops, we can create a perfectly fitting pattern customized to your body measurements. We also support adjustments to details including garment length, sleeve length, slit height and more.