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What is the difference between a cheongsam and a qipao?

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What is the difference between a cheongsam and a qipao?
The difference between a cheongsam and a qipao comes down to language. Cheongsam is a Cantonese word that means "long dress." In Mandarin, the same garment is called a qipao, which translates to "banner dress." You can call the traditional Chinese dress a qipao or a cheongsam and be correct. Shop a diverse assortment of traditional apparel on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
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Man Lou Lan Gold Embellished Black Crepe QiPa Cheongsam Dress
Located in London, GB
Absolutely stunning Man Lou Lan QiPao or Cheongsam dress. Bought in Shanghai for 7988 yuan which is
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2010s French Sheath Dresses

1960s Alfred Shaheen Gold Jersey Metallic Cheongsam 60s Dress and Cardigan Set
By Alfred Shaheen
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 1960s ALFRED SHAHEEN goldm etallic jersey Cheongsam dress and cardigan ensemble
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S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Red Chinoiserie Asian Print Cheongsam Floral Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
print. A timeless beauty, this Cavalli Cheongsam dress is crafted in luxurious red silk with an
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Red Chinoiserie Print Silk Slip Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kardashian wore a version of this gorgeous Roberto Cavalli Cheongsam dress in the red silk chinoiserie
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Leonard Paris Rare Cheongsam Style Silk Jersey Butterfly Phoenix Print Dress
By Leonard of Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Leonard Paris, rare, cheongsam style silk jersey, butterfly & phoenix print dress. Short sleeve
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1990s French Day Dresses

1970s Dynasty for I Magnin Psychedelic Vintage 70s Silk Cheongsam Maxi Dress
By Dynasty, I Magnin and Co
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage early 1970s DYNASTY for I. MAGNIN psychedelic print silk cheongsam / maxi dress
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