Which is better, the traditional cheongsam or the modified cheongsam? The difference between the traditional cheongsam and the modified cheongsam

Improved cheongsam is a new type of cheongsam that has gradually formed in the process of cheongsam development. Many friends do not know the difference between improved cheongsam and traditional cheongsam. Today, the editor has sorted out some of them to see whether improved cheongsam or traditional cheongsam is better.

1. Fabric selection

Traditional cheongsam is very particular about the choice of fabrics, and mostly uses exquisite fabrics such as brocade, antique satin, and silk. This kind of fabric is extremely noble and luxurious, suitable for social occasions such as dinner parties, fashion shows, and weddings, but its practicality is relatively limited. Daily fabrics include silk, hemp silk, Xiangyun gauze, silk, velvet, cotton cloth, satin, etc.

The fabrics of the improved cheongsam have become more practical and affordable, such as cotton, linen, polyester, cashmere, lace, etc. The improvement will pay more attention to the comfort and practicality of the fabrics.

2. Cutting method

Traditional cheongsams are mostly cut from a single piece of fabric, that is, the front and back are one piece of fabric, the sleeves and shoulders are not broken, the body is connected to the sleeves, and there are pleats under the armpits, showing the round and soft contours of women's shoulders. There is no waist dart, the body is loose, the lines are straight, the sides are split, and the hem is mainly slim or straight.

In modern times, cheongsam has entered the era of three-dimensional modeling, with a shoulder structure that is obviously similar to that of a suit. This type of cheongsam is easy to make, saves fabric, has no curvature on the shoulders, and is soft yet a little tough, so its charm is slightly worse. In addition, the length and sleeves of the dress are greatly shortened, and a waist dart appears on the dress. The change in the direction of the lines makes the curves of the waist and hips more prominent.

Waist darts

The two waistlines on the waist. The western-style waistline is very smooth, but it destroys the silk path of the fabric. When walking, there will be fine horizontal stripes, and there is a big seam in the middle of the back. The fabric is saved, but the roundness of the woman's back is also destroyed.

Slits

The slit is the eye-catching and subtle finishing touch of the cheongsam. The slit of the traditional cheongsam is low, not exceeding the knee, so that the thighs are covered when walking, perfectly outlining the shape of the hips and legs, that is, the S-shaped curve. The cheongsam is not suitable for being made into a miniskirt style. The normal slit position of the contemporary cheongsam is 15 cm above the knee.

This is how the ancient low-slit cheongsam looks like

The back view of a woman wearing a traditional cheongsam in the movie "The Flowers of War"

3. Design patterns and elements

The patterns of traditional cheongsam are generally embroidery, flowers, birds, etc. These patterns represent Chinese traditional culture and have auspicious meanings. Some patterns also combine elements of Chinese ink painting, which are timeless and classic.

The patterns of the improved cheongsam are more diversified, including not only patterns rich in Chinese classical elements such as ink painting and blue and white porcelain, but also modern patterns with unique designs, colors and patterns, integrating Chinese classical culture with modern civilization. However, there are also many designs that only copy individual styles, and the changes are terrible.

Button

Some people say that the beauty of cheongsam lies in the buttons. The buttons of traditional cheongsam are indispensable. The traditional handmade buttons have their own special craftsmanship, which are delicate, graceful, exquisite and rich in variety.

Many modern cheongsams have no buttons, or have only simple buttons for decoration. Most of the modified cheongsams have become zipper style, which is more convenient to wear but cannot be appreciated carefully.

The improved cheongsam has been improved in design style. It combines Western clothing and adds popular elements such as dresses and evening gowns, giving birth to more diverse improved cheongsams: for example, the hem is designed as a fishtail, or only has a fork; the collar has a round neck, a V neck, etc. On the basis of adhering to tradition, it has more innovation and personality, and can be chosen and accepted by more people. It not only caters to the needs of young people today, but also absorbs and reuses the traditional cheongsam, taking its essence and removing its dross.

Traditional cheongsams are mostly made of silk and satin, while modified cheongsams usually use velvet, cotton and linen, chiffon, polyester and other fabrics. The slits on the hem of traditional cheongsams are lower, while those on modified cheongsams are higher.

The slits on the hem of traditional cheongsams are relatively low, almost to the knee level, and the tailoring mostly uses straight lines. The lines of the chest, shoulders, waist, hips and other parts are almost straight. The body of the dress is loose, covering the original lines of a woman. It is generally made of a single piece of fabric, with a flat cut with a connected body and sleeves.

The improved cheongsam has absorbed Western cutting methods and incorporated popular elements to become more diverse. The slits at the hem have become higher, and the necklines have become round necks and V necks. The hems have also become more diverse, with short cheongsams, fishtail hems, or long cheongsams that drag on the ground. The length and sleeves of the cheongsam have been shortened, the style is more fitted, the waistline is tightened, the hip curve is more prominent, and Western-style sleeves have appeared.

The traditional cheongsam also has limitations in the choice of patterns and designs. Generally, it uses patterns representing Chinese traditional culture, such as flowers, birds, fish, insects, embroidery, pavilions, and towers, which have auspicious meanings.

The patterns of the improved cheongsam are more diversified, including not only patterns rich in Chinese classical elements such as ink painting and blue and white porcelain, but also modern patterns with unique designs, colors and patterns, integrating Chinese classical culture with modern civilization.

NO.1 Light yellow improved cheongsam

This is a very pure and charming cheongsam style. It has a unique and fresh taste when worn on the body. Look at the way the girl smiles while wearing this dress. Are you also infected? But if you want to wear this dress well, you must first have a good body curve. Girls who are a little fat may not be very suitable~~ Let's take a look at its design - the small stand-up collar helps to modify the neck line, making it more slender and attractive. The presence of the buttons is also unique and attractive, adding a lot of layering~~ If you want to wear it out, it is recommended to match it with a pair of flat white shoes, which is refreshing, comfortable and beautiful~

NO.2 White ruffled cheongsam

A very charming modified cheongsam. In terms of style, the ruffles are the most eye-catching, especially the open sleeves, which are really a part of the arm. In addition, this dress is made of mesh material, which can highlight the elegant texture of the female figure. Needless to say, the hip-wrapped part perfectly modifies the slenderness of the figure, which is really very nice. Even the folds at the end of the skirt are the same, which has a very slimming effect. If you wear such a modified cheongsam to go out, you can have a good visual effect by casually taking a small bag.

NO.3 Black stand-up collar improved cheongsam

This cheongsam can easily set off your skin tone. The small stand-up collar design perfectly modifies the neck line, making it look more slender and slim. The straight sleeve design gives it a natural and elegant slimming effect, and the three buckles on the chest create a great layering effect. This style can be worn by both skinny girls and slightly fat girls. Fat girls will look slimmer when wearing this. It’s awesome!

NO.4 White small floral modified cheongsam

In fact, for this design, it is more inclined to the type of dress, but the small floral pattern on the skirt shows an elegant and natural visual effect to a certain extent, adding a lot of layering to the wear~~ If it is matched with white high heels, the effect should be quite good~ It makes the skin color become much whiter, and the charm of women can be perfectly displayed~~ The waist-tightening design is also unique and durable, which helps to tighten the fat around the waist and looks very delicate and slender~~

NO.5 Light blue mesh improved cheongsam

This is a cheongsam style that is very beautiful to wear. First of all, the small stand-up collar design is enough to show the slender neck. With the addition of mesh sleeves, it shows enough beauty and helps to modify the fat feeling of the upper arms. At the same time, it also highlights a certain texture improvement, making the figure more slender. If you wear such a skirt to go out, you can choose to match it with a pair of white shoes, which is really beautiful!

NO.6 Red Slim Fit Improved Cheongsam

The straight sleeve design improves the visual effect a lot, making the figure more slender and attractive, and also makes the arms look slimmer and more natural. The five buttons on the top also deepen the sense of hierarchy to a certain extent, and it has a unique beauty when worn. It sets off the elegance and naturalness of women, as well as their gentle and lovely image. Especially the split design at the hem of the skirt really modifies the leg shape. Wearing such a red cheongsam on the street makes the skin look whiter. It looks really good when worn.