What type of clothing is qipao

Traditional Origin: From National Costume to Women's Exclusive

Qipao originally originated from the clothing of Manchu women in the Qing Dynasty. It was originally a relatively wide daily dress called "Qiren Robe". With the development of the times, Shanghai in the early 20th century became the center of qipao innovation. It was improved to be more fit and elegant, and gradually became the iconic clothing of urban women at that time, and also officially had the name "qipao".

From a historical and cultural perspective, qipao is a typical national traditional clothing, but its development has never stopped at tradition.

Dress identity: Oriental formal dress with a sense of ceremony

In the modern context, qipao is no longer just a historical symbol, but a dress with a sense of ceremony and cultural taste. It is often used in the following important occasions:

Weddings and engagement ceremonies

Festivals and traditional festivals (such as the Spring Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival)

Annual meetings, banquets and performances

Professional dress for hosts, tour guides, tea artists, etc.

Its status has surpassed "daily wear" and has gradually been recognized as a formal dress exclusive to oriental women.

"Xiaochi Qipao" pays special attention to the needs of the occasion in its design, from embroidery themes to tailoring details, aiming to make every qipao fit into life just right without losing its style.

Fashion evolution: from exclusive dresses to daily wear

In the past decade, qipao has experienced a quiet comeback. Many young women have begun to wear qipaos in their lives, breaking the stereotype that "qipaos can only appear at festivals or weddings." This change is due to the continuous evolution of qipao in design and function:

The fabric is lighter and skin-friendly, suitable for all seasons; the tailoring is more flexible and suitable for different body shapes; the matching is freer and can be mixed with suit jackets, canvas shoes, etc.; the design style is diverse, retaining traditional aesthetics and integrating contemporary aesthetics.

Modern qipao, especially the improved version of "Xiaochi Qipao", has changed from an "unattainable" dress image to a "new Chinese style" that can be integrated into daily life.

Cultural value: Oriental attitude worn on the body

Compared to the clothes themselves, the greater value of qipao lies in the cultural identity and emotional identity it conveys. Women who wear qipaos are often not for display, but for self-expression. The implicit beauty and elegant lines it presents are an interpretation of the spirit of oriental women. At "Xiaochi Qipao", we always believe that qipao is an aesthetic choice for life and an inner cultural consciousness.

If you want to put a clear label on qipao, it is undoubtedly a composite dress that combines national traditions, ceremonial functions and modern fashion. It is a symbol of culture, a carrier of etiquette, and an external presentation of women's confidence and demeanor.

In the eyes of "Xiaochi Qipao", the real qipao belongs not only to the past, but also to the present and the future. We hope that every woman can find her own gentleness and strength in this Chinese beauty.

Qipao is one of the most representative clothing for oriental women. It is not just a piece of clothing, but also an external display of temperament, a precipitation and continuation of culture. From the perspective of "Xiaochi qipao", qipao not only carries tradition, but also faces modernity. It is a clothing form that transcends time and space and connects individuals and cultures.