Lets look at the traditional clothing that is worn by the Chinese society.

Women and men during the Qing Dynasty. Changshan (literally meaning long shirt' for the men and Cheongsam for women. the general aesthetic of these garments are very similar women's being very tight fitting and men's very loose.

Changshan were usually the main attire in Chinese culture but in modern society, these are usually worn at weddings, Chinese events and pictures. Black changshans are sometimes still used as burial attire. Changshans were the formal garments in China before western suits came to fashion (again the rise of influences from the western world). The Communist Revolution ended the Changshan garment however at the end of the communist era in the late 70's the Changshan as well as the Cheongsam have risen in popularity.

The traditional Chinese outfits for men are very distinctive to have oriental background because of the shape of the garments and how they are folded around the body with a sash.

The female version of the Changshan, is the Cheongsam. This modern body hugging one piece dress has changed dramatically from traditional China from when it was first created. Initially the garment was very loose and hung on the body showing only the head, hands and feet of the body. In time the Cheongsam became more fitted and revealing. the detail on the Cheongsams usually consists of a pattern made from printing or embroidering.