Featuring over 450 archival photographs and line drawings; Chinese Dress traces the evolution of Chinese clothing from court and formal costumes to the fashions of modern China. A comprehensive and sumptuously illustrated book; Chinese Dress is the essential reference for costume historians; fashion designers and collectors; as well as lovers of beautiful clothes everywhere. Chapters include:Dress of the Qing Manchu Rulers 1644-1911Dress of the Manchu Consorts 1644-1911Attire of Mandarins and MerchantsAttire of Chinese WomenRepublican Dress 1912-1949Clothing of the Lower ClassesClothing for ChildrenDress in New China 1950-2006From Imperial robes to foot binding to the cheongsam; Chinese Dress spotlights traditional Chinese dress against a background of historical; cultural and social change; opening a fascinating window for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of China; Chinese culture and Chinese fashion history.
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