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....