Chinese Cheongsam Dress
Black Sau Lee Cheongsam-Inspired Mini Dress Size US 4
Located in New York, NY
Black satin cheongsam-inspired mini dress by Sau Lee. Mandarin collar. Short sleeves. Crystal
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21st Century and Contemporary European Chinese Dresses
Yves Saint Laurent Chinese collection baroque print satin dress, 1977
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
imagination, dreams and the mystery that foreign lands evoked.
This cheongsam dress, a modern Chinese garment
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1970s French Chinese Dresses
Jean Paul Gaultier Crepe Back Satin Stretch Cheongsam
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique
Located in New York, NY
closure to neck. Gaultier's mixmaster version of traditional Chinese dress through a French lens. Vintage
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1990s French Maxi Dress
1960s Dynasty for I Magnin Floral Print Orange and Black Velvet Maxi Dress
By Dynasty
Located in San Francisco, CA
maxi dress. Psychedelic floral and geometric pattern. Short sleeves and cheongsam inspired collar
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1960s Chinese Maxi Dresses
Christian Dior plum jacquard satin embroidered mini dress, fw 1997
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano, plum jacquard satin cheongsam style bodysuit with fabric covered
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
F/W 1977 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture 'Les Chinoises' Documented Dress Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
'Opium Couture,' collection. A version of this Cheongsam-inspired belted dress set debuted on the Fall
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1970s French Evening Dresses
Original Vintage Asia Travel Poster Taiwan Republic Of China Taipei Cheongsam
Located in London, GB
Association featuring a colourful design depicting a lady wearing a traditional cheongsam dress in red
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Vintage 1960s Taiwanese Posters
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H 36.82 in W 23.63 in D 0.04 in
Memory World
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
Fresh Air Corp
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Revenge Agency
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
Love Pops
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
Insta World
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
Idea Chews
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
Tasty Spray
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
Planet Earth Water
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
Good Earth Organics
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
Easy Grow
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
Buy Stuff
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
Lucky Liquor
By Dina Goldstein
Located in Montreal, Quebec
and posters. More conservatively dressed in silk cheongsams and smooth chignons, these models
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Photography
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Photographic Paper
Original Vintage Asia Travel Poster Taiwan Republic Of China Taipei Cheongsam
Located in London, GB
Association featuring a colourful design depicting a lady wearing a traditional cheongsam dress in red
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1960s More Prints
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H 36.82 in W 23.63 in
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Chinese Cheongsam Dress For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary Chinese cheongsam dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in brown and more. If you’re looking for a Chinese cheongsam dress from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Yves Saint Laurent, Christian Dior and Dynasty — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering.
How Much is a Chinese Cheongsam Dress?
Prices for a Chinese cheongsam dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $230 and can go as high as $69,950, while, on average they fetch $13,500.
Questions About Chinese Cheongsam Dress
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Chinese dressing gown is called a cheongsam or a qipao. It is often styled as a high-necked, closely fitted dress with a slit on the side. Cheongsams were considered fashion-forward and influenced the rise of modern Chinese women in the 20th century. Shop a selection of cheongsams on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022China is a large country with a long history and there are many different cultural elements at play, many defining the style of dress over the years. One of the most popular dresses is a cheongsam or Qipao, which features a high collar, a loose chest, fitted waist and side slits. Even further back in history, the Hanfu was a popular dress style for the Han Chinese. On 1stDibs, shop vintage Chinese dresses from some of the world’s top fashion boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few different styles of traditional dresses from China. The hanfu was worn roughly 4000 years ago and was popular with noble women. Nowadays, the qipao is worn as a traditional dress. It originated in 1920s Shanghai and is recognized by its high side-slit. Find a collection of traditional Chinese dresses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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