•The cheongsam, also known as the qipao, is a type of body-hugging dress of Manchu origin. It is a high-necked, closefitting dress with the skirt slit partway up the side.
•It was known as the mandarin gown during the 1920s and 1930s, when it was modernized by Chinese socialites and upper-class women in Shanghai
•Cheongsam is not just a traditional clothes, it’s a symbol of Chinese women’s liberty and freedom during the transitional time from ancient to modern China (the Republic China period).
•In 20th century, There are many famous Chinese writers, actress, poets, painters who wear Cheongsam. (Zhang Ailing, Ruan Lingyu).
•Today, wearing cheongsam means a fine lady who has a good taste and good education background.
