girl beach: Chinese Cheongsam, qípáo (旗袍)

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http://www.chinesegirls8.info/cheong-sam-series.html (Photos)
http://myexoticasia.com/2011/02/modern-touch-to-traditional-cheongsam/ (Texts)

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Modern touch to Traditional Cheongsam

Cheongsam is the traditional dress originated from China. In the early days of 40′s and 50′s, when the influences of the western dress and way of life were not that strong, you would see that almost every girls were wearing cheongsam. Now, if you walk through any cities, even in China, you will hardly see it.

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Now Cheongsam become a dress of special occasions. The recent Chinese New Year, had attracted large number of interest. Some groups had organised competition to promote the use of the dress.

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It can be a beautiful dress even for the office.

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Some boutique added the modern touch to the traditional cheongsam and make them more attractive. You can see the bare-back exposed version of it, suitable for evening functions.

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The use of traditional dresses is getting less and less. It is unfortunate that we are leading towards one common culture. This is the direct influence of the modern communication. It it be nice to see the variety and diversity and a world of multiple cultures and practices.