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Holiday fashion blends the modern and traditional
By Zhang Zhen and Pan Zheng |
January 31, 2011, Monday
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AS the traditional Chinese Spring Festival approaches, many people, especially women, begin thinking of buying a new outfit to welcome the Lunar New Year.
So what kinds of clothes do people look for?
Red always ranks first among apparel colors because it traditionally symbolizes good fortune and celebration. The brighter the red, the more passion it brings.
Everywhere in shop windows you can see red clothing displayed, some are in bright red, some are in pink or burgundy.
If you're not a big fan of red, it's best to keep the purchase small, maybe just a red scarf or handbag, or even a new pair of socks.
The traditional Chinese Tang suit has been making a comeback in recent years, but it has proliferated into an array of variations adapted to more modern times and tastes.
The term now generally applies to any clothing with Chinese elements, and the wide variety of styling offers appeal across a broad range of tastes and pocketbooks.
On the third floor of the Oriental Department Store in Jiading District, one can find a large selection of more modern versions of Tang suits for sale. It's a favorite shopping venue for middle-aged women who have one foot in the past and one in the future.
The variety of colors has proliferated, too. The Tang suits and all their offshoots now come in neutral and other international fashion colors. Still, the quintessential Chinese patterns and embroidery persist, especially those styles of minority nationalities.
The modern-day version of the Tang suit also sports more Western-style tailoring for those who like more body-hugging contours.
This will be the Year of the Rabbit, so if you're thinking about buying special holiday gear for youngsters, there are some lovely bunny styles on offer, including hats with bunny ears and coats with rabbit patterns.
So what kinds of clothes do people look for?
Red always ranks first among apparel colors because it traditionally symbolizes good fortune and celebration. The brighter the red, the more passion it brings.
Everywhere in shop windows you can see red clothing displayed, some are in bright red, some are in pink or burgundy.
If you're not a big fan of red, it's best to keep the purchase small, maybe just a red scarf or handbag, or even a new pair of socks.
The traditional Chinese Tang suit has been making a comeback in recent years, but it has proliferated into an array of variations adapted to more modern times and tastes.
The term now generally applies to any clothing with Chinese elements, and the wide variety of styling offers appeal across a broad range of tastes and pocketbooks.
On the third floor of the Oriental Department Store in Jiading District, one can find a large selection of more modern versions of Tang suits for sale. It's a favorite shopping venue for middle-aged women who have one foot in the past and one in the future.
The variety of colors has proliferated, too. The Tang suits and all their offshoots now come in neutral and other international fashion colors. Still, the quintessential Chinese patterns and embroidery persist, especially those styles of minority nationalities.
The modern-day version of the Tang suit also sports more Western-style tailoring for those who like more body-hugging contours.
This will be the Year of the Rabbit, so if you're thinking about buying special holiday gear for youngsters, there are some lovely bunny styles on offer, including hats with bunny ears and coats with rabbit patterns.
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