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Parts of the Qipao (Cheongsam): a comprehensive guide to the qipao anatomy

Parts of the Qipao (Cheongsam): a comprehensive guide to the qipao anatomy

A qipao obsession qipao blog· Qipao technicalities

This is my comprehensive guide to all the subtle yet distinct parts of the qipao (cheongsam): from the material, the…
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Treasure of the Week: Antique Chinese Sunglasses

Treasure of the Week: Antique Chinese Sunglasses

Vintage clothing, shoes and accessories

I had no idea of the age of these antique sunglasses until I sat down to write this post. Since…
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History of the qipao (part I): Nurhaci and the hoof cuffed pao, Qing dynasty

History of the qipao (part I): Nurhaci and the hoof cuffed pao, Qing dynasty

Qipao history

I first wrote about the history of the qipao (or Cheongsam in Cantonese) over two years ago in 2014. When…
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…Musings of a modern day qipao addict…

Miranda's headshot on thepankou.com wearing mint green wedding qipao
I'm Miranda. Born in China and grew up in Australia, moved all around the world a little and for the moment call Shanghai home. I have always loved dresses, and had always been a little bit infatuated with these dresses called qipaos (or in Cantonese, cheongsams). But it was not until I saw Maggie Cheung in In the Mood for Love that I became quite obsessed. To me, qipaos are elegant yet seductive; demure but provocative; timeless, ageless, and simply beautiful. ...This is me.

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