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12 ways to make your Chinese wedding dress a modern Qipao

12 ways to make your Chinese wedding dress a modern Qipao

Nowadays, more and more Asian American brides want to honor its traditional culture, and get inspired by their mother's or grandmother’s old Qipao, but hope to modernize the design, but to keep the authenticity. There are 10 ways that you could personalize your Qipao and Cheongsam to make it more contemporary: Make a mermaid style Qipao/Cheongsam: Keep the classic qipao silhouette with a high collar, fitted bodice, and a slim, form-fitting shape. However, modernize it by incorporating a slightly flared or mermaid-style skirt for a touch of contemporary elegance. This will make your dress a more contemporary and flattering look....

7 ways to include the symbol of double happiness into your Chinese wedding

7 ways to include the symbol of double happiness into your Chinese wedding

Shuang Xi 囍 is a well known Chinese character, which means two happy things happening at the same time, as well as a sign of goodness. It is usually written on a red piece of paper, or in a paper cut-out and used as a wedding decoration to be placed...

5 Best Places to Find Beautiful Chinese Traditional Cheongsam In The US

5 Best Places to Find Beautiful Chinese Traditional Cheongsam In The US

Qipao dresses, also known as Cheongsam, are a traditional Chinese dress that has been around for centuries. These elegant and form-fitting dresses have become a symbol of Chinese culture and are worn by women for special occasions and events to represent traditions and their heritage. Over time, the design of...

All You Need To Know About Chinese Traditional Clothing And Cheongsam Qipao Dresses

All You Need To Know About Chinese Traditional Clothing And Cheongsam Qipao Dresses

What comes into your mind when you think of Chinese traditional clothing and Chinese Traditional dresses with modern elements? In modern times, Han clothing, Cheongsam (Qipao), and Tang suit are the 3 most well-known clothing in Chinese history. 1. Han Clothing (Chinese Traditional Dresses) The Han dynasty (206 BCE-220 CE)...

A Guide For Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony In Chinese Wedding

A Guide For Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony In Chinese Wedding

Chinese Tea Ceremony Steps & Etiquette: Traditionally, a groom will pick up his new bride in the early mornings to attend their first tea ceremony; which is held at the groom’s house. There is then a second tea ceremony at the bride’s house. The couple is expected to serve tea...

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10 Steps Of Planning Your Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony For Your Wedding

This week, as the Spring Equinox approaches, we’re sharing some experts from the wedding industry about the wedding day traditions celebrated at multicultural weddings. Today, we are happy to have Debbie from @aquafuzion share a few tips on hosting a Chinese Tea Ceremony!  Debbie Liaw of Aquafuzion Event and Floral...

Everything You Need To Know About The Qipao Chinese Dress

Everything You Need To Know About The Qipao Chinese Dress

The Chinese Qipao dress is a staple of modern Chinese fashion (aka Modern Qipao). However, the origin and history of the Qipao are shrouded in mystery and many myths. Qipao or Cheongsam? The Chinese Qipao is sometimes called Cheongsam, but the former is often used in English. Cheongsam is an English word:...

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