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	QiPao -- The Chinese Dress - Chinese Culture
		Thus, the qipao became the "banner gown" that was worn by both men and women.
		The general characteristic of the early qipao was a single piece of cloth that would cover the whole body, down to the feet.
		During the Communist Revolution, staring in 1949, the qipao was thought to be a throwback to the "old ways" and thus outlawed.
	www.bellaonline.com /articles/art29602.asp (369 words)

	Qipao, Cheongsam, Chinese Clothing, Asian Fashion, Wedding and Prom Dress
		Qipao, Cheongsam, as well as pictures and interesting information.
		The traditional garment was a long coat split in the center front and sides for ease in riding.
		The top tunic is normally a robe that is true in Asia, where each of the hundreds of ethnic groups have developed traditional attire particularly suited.
	home.arcor.de /qipao (698 words)

	Qipao / Cheongsam - Interesting Facts Part 2
		The dress is called Qipao in Chinese or translated as "banner gown", for it came from the people who lived under the Banner System.
		Qipaos of this period were seldom adorned with patterns.
		Qipao is no longer a garment particular to Chinese women, but is adding to the vocabulary of beauty for women the world over.
	www.my-qipao.com /qipaofct_engl/qipaofc2.html (772 words)

	Qipao
		The qipao (旗袍) or qipaor (旗袍儿), also known as the cheongsam or mandarin gown, is a body-hugging woman's dress originating from the Manchus.
		Manchu women typically wore a one-piece dress which came to be known as the 旗袍 (qipao or "banner dress").
		The dress proved popular enough to survive the political turmoil of the 1911 revolution which toppled the 清 (Qing) Dynasty and, as a result, and with later refinements, has become the archetypal dress for Chinese women.
	www.ebroadcast.com.au /lookup/encyclopedia/qi/Qipao.html (112 words)

	Qipao, Chinese Dress for North America (Canada and USA)
		This kind of Qipao was at that time a fashion in the north of China, while most of the women of south China still wore Chinese-style jackets and skirts inherited from the Ming Dynasty.
		The most outstanding change in tailoring was the bias of the Qipao began to closely follow the curves of the graceful female figure with a narrower lower hem and right as well as left side-slits up to the knees.
		This kind of Qipao was prevalent first in Shanghai's upper-class society, and undoubtedly it had been influenced by the Western-style evening dress with the feature of exposing the curves of the female figure curves.
	www.spadinashop.com /facts01.php (873 words)

	Chinese life/society
		Qipao, a close-fitting woman's dress with high neck and slit skirt, was originally the costume worn by the Manchu's.
		The Manchu qipao was worn with trousers inside; the embroidered edges of trousers could be seen through the slits in the skirt, while the qipao of the ROC was worn with silk stockings.
		At this time, the qipao was used as a uniform worn by female attendants and waitresses in hotels or restaurants or young ladies at ceremonies.
	www.chinavoc.com /life/fashion/100qipao.asp (1355 words)

	Chinese Qipao, cheongsam history
		At that time, Qipaos were fitted loosely and were so long that they would reach the insteps.
		Qipaos of this period were seldom adorned with patterns.
		Qipao is no longer a garment particular to Chinese women, but is adding to the vocabulary of beauty for women the world over.
	www.eccentrix.com /members/chinese/history.htm (686 words)

	Cheongsam Evolution
		Within times, style of the qipao would change -the four slits became two and the cut close-fitting to emphasize the curves of a woman's body.
		With the introduction of Western ideas and culture into China, Qipao was evolved to express the freedom of human body: the waist became thinner, the sleeves narrower and Cheongsam became shorter and shorter.
		The approach of the "Cultural Revolution" in 1960s even proclaim the death of the qipao as it was regarded as representation of feudalism and capitalism.
	cunfang.myweb.uga.edu /cheongsam/evolution.htm (248 words)

	Cheongsam Boutique - Chinese Qipao, Cheongsam Dress, Kungfu Suit: Chinese Qipao
		The collar of Qipao is meticulously made, especially the buttonhole loop on the collar, which serves as the finishing touch.
		Qipao generally has two big slits at either side of the hem for convenient movement and display of the slender legs of women.
		Qipaos are worn in both urban and rural areas, its long-standing elegance and serenity making wearers fascinating.
	www.cheongsamboutique.com /2006/08/chinese-qipao.html (704 words)

	Qipao: Lady Dress (Girl Dress) of Various Times in China
		The Qipao originated from the Qing dynasty when the Manchu dress was first worn by Chinese women.
		But nowadays, Qipao is made versatile by the use of various fabrics, as well as cut in different lengths, with or without sleeves.
		The changes applied to the Qipao show the growing confidence and prominence of China in the world economy by way of their traditional culture.
	www.char4u.com /article_info.php?articles_id=41 (472 words)

	Fashionlines - The E-Magazine for the Elegant Edge
		The three garments were the women's Qipao, the man's Zhongshan suit and the Dudou undergarment for men, women and children of all ages.
		The Qipao was the dress worn by the aristocratic Manchurian women of the Manchu or Qing Dynasty.
		Therefore, the Qipao had been washed sparingly and undergarments were worn with the Qipao.
	www.fashionlines.com /2006/june/fashionBlancDeChine.php (981 words)

	Chinese Qipao--Frogs
		Frogs used for collars are usually the same size whereas those used to fasten the right of the lapel are different sizes, and the smaller section being sewn close to the shoulder.
		While Qipao has varied over time in shape, color, material and design features, one fundamental element has remained the same: this is the knotted buttons and loops generally also known as panhuaniu, which are stitched to fasten the collar and lapel.
		Most huaniu on Qipao are designed to match the pattern of the fabric and the color of the braided trim on the collar cuff and hem.
	www.albany.edu /~xw778685/isp561/frogs.html (394 words)

	Tsinoy.com : The Qipao: Beyond Fashion
		Not surprisingly, like most fashion trends, the qipao has made a big comeback: since the 90s, cheongsams of all cuts, colors and sizes have become in vogue not only in China and in Chinese communities around the world, but also in international fashion capitals such as Paris, New York, Milan and London.
		But after the fall of the Manchurian reign, female students quickly adapted this practice when they realized how practical and modest the qipaos were as school uniforms, as opposed to the gym slips and short skirts donned by Western school girls.
		As such, even the qipao wasn't spared: it was condemned as a symbol of decadence and was consequently outlawed.
	www.tsinoy.com /article_item.php?articleid=237 (654 words)

	Qipao, Cheongsam General information
		Qipao, the classic dress for Chinese women, combines the elaborate elegance of Chinese tradition with unique elements of style.
		The high-necked, closed-collar Qipao / Cheongsam, with a loose chest, fitting waist, and the attractive slits, is one of the most versatile costumes in the world.
		Beijing, the term "Qipao" is popular - for the term's origin please have a look at the history of Qipao.
	www.eccentrix.com /members/chinese/general.htm (302 words)

	Reference.com/Encyclopedia/Qipao
		In Cantonese usage the word qipao is either interchangeable with the female cheongsam or refer to the two-piece qipao variant that is popular in mainland China.
		The modern version of the qipao was first developed in Shanghai around 1900.
		Slender and form fitting with a high cut, it contrasted sharply with the traditional qipao which was designed to conceal the figure and be worn regardless of age.
	www.reference.com /browse/wiki/Qipao (818 words)

	Chinese Trend—Qipao
		Popular in the '30s and '40s, the Chinese women's dress called qipao today is recognized as typical formal dress for the Chinese women.
		The kind of Chinese-style clothing to be found the market is neither of excellent workmanship, nor of superior fabrics.
		However, for ordinary people looking for a little retro revival fashion, spending 50 yuan on a top or around 100 yuan for a shiny qipao is a fun investment.
	www.china.org.cn /english/237.htm (791 words)

	•Qipao•Cheongsam•Chinese Dresses•
		Designers usually take any style of clothing and combine the popularity of traditional-style clothes can largely be attributed to their becoming characteristic of all three types were wide, voluminous sleeves and extremely loose fit.
		The cheongsam is a female dress with distinctive Chinese features and enjoys a growing popularity in the Maoming and Changle Streets are two perpendicular streets in Shanghai, where numerous Qipao shops are located.
		Crossing the bridge over the Yalu River, one suddenly passes from a land of white dress [Korea] to a continent of blue clothing, giving one a powerful feeling that things are very different here." Wang points out that blue is the color of the heavens.
	www.my-qipao.com (755 words)

	cheongsam,chinese clothes,qipao---tailor-made(efu)
		All our ready-made qipao and evening gowns can be custom-made according to your measurements and requirements.
		In other parts of the country including Beijing, however, it is known as "qipao".
		Besides its simplicity, Qipao provides designers with vast and creative space: some short, some long, with low, high, or even no collars at all.
	www.efushop.com (474 words)

	Chinese Clothing, Chinese Dress, Cheongsam, Qipao, Chinese Gift-Ancientmoods
		Chinese Clothing, Chinese Dress, Cheongsam, Qipao, Chinese Gift-Ancientmoods
		Partner: Cheongsam Dress, Chinavista Qipao, Chinese Clothes, 71itservice,
		Ancient Moods -Shanghai based online shop, offers Unique Oriental Products at comfortable prices.
	www.ancientmoods.com (60 words)

	Custom-made Cheongsam, Qipao, Chinese Dress Tailor Shop
		We specialize in custom-tailoring Chinese clothes for international customers : Chinese clothes, Chinese dress, cheongsam, qipao, kung fu suit, evening dresses, Chinese wedding dress, bridesmaid dresses, jacket,blouse.Our custom garments are hand-sewn by our Chinese tailors to fit individual customer.
		At Rechi online shop,be inspired by simple and chic designs.
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	www.rechishop.com (177 words)

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