1. The Origin of Chi-pao 旗袍的起源
Chi-pao was the robe of Qing dynasty .It prevailed in the l930s. At that time, Shanghai had been advocating the western lifestyle. So the Chi-pao had an improvement, the curve of the body from cover to appear .This improvement had changed the old mode of Chi-pao. Chi-pao quickly become popular around China from Shanghai. From that time, Chi-pao became Chinese women’s fashion with the unique ethnic characteristics.

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2. The design of Chi-pao 旗袍的设计
Chi-pao’s Concept design is very clever, the structure is very strict, the style is simple but elegant, and the lines are concise and beautiful. Chi-pao cut by a whole piece of cloth from top to bottom .The different parts of the cloth don’t overlap. Chi-pao has no unnecessary belts, bags and other decorations.  It can reflect the shape of women’s.

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3. The styles of Chi-pao 旗袍的样式

Chi-pao has many styles, and the change is mainly based on sleeves, Jin, collar, openings, and the length of Cheongsam.
The main design of sleeves: wide sleeves, narrow and long sleeves, middle sleeves, short sleeves or sleeveless.
The main design of Jin: round Jin, straight Jin, slanting Jin, double Jin, Pipa Jin, and so on.
The collar: high collar, low collar
Openings: high openings, low openings, no opening

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4. The collocations of Chi-pao 旗袍的搭配
Casual dress can follow your inclinations, and show your own sharp and beauty. 
Straight Jin—the design is better for the round shape of women, it can make figure slender.
If you want to make up, you should give priority to the warm color, China Red is the best choice for lip color.
Hairstyle: Vivian chow, Chinese classical style is the best choice.
The decorations:  small headwear, pearls are sent to the hair.