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• I love to add some asian style

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    Chinese style Learn how to get a beautiful and rich, exotic look in your home. Choose a Chinese interior design style, for the ultimate in color, pattern and opulence for your home. A fantastic style to consider... If you are interested in Asian Decorating styles, or oriental interior design, then take a look at this Chinese influenced look - for a really dramatic and unusual design scheme. The term oriental decor refers to designs and schemes from the East (also know as 'The Far East'). This refers to countries like China, Japan, Thailand, orea and Vietnam, as well as other countries in the east. The main countries to provide the inspiration for oriental interior design schemes are China and Japan. The Chinese look is a vibrant look - filled with color and pattern. It is a fantastic look for people who want to bring a little bit of the exotic into their lives. It is an unusual look, but relaxing, cosy, and easy to live with. Walls and Color •Typical Chinese interior design colors are red and black. The red is a bright, rich primary red. •Also use other rich and bright colors, like blue, yellow or green. •A little bit of gold decoration is a vital part of Chinese color and design. Your walls can be plain (but richly colored), or patterned with wallpaper. Try to choose a wallpaper pattern with an oriental inspiration - such as oriental paintting and calligraphy, framed art and so on. As an alternative, if you feel your home is too small or dark for such bright colors, or if you are not massively into colors, but still want to get the oriental feel in your room, try a very pale and neutral background - and get the oriental feel with the furniture and accessories (more on that later..!) Furniture Ornate furniture is a very important part of Chinese interior design. Suitable furniture is typically Chinese - quality wood, with a very fine, glossy lacquer, in black, or varying shades of red. The furniture will have decorative carving, ornate inlays or very detailed and beautiful paintings, and fancy handles. These are very striking statement pieces - so you probably don't want to dilute the effect, by filling your room with a jumble of different designs or colors. Choose one (or even several) statement furniture pieces in this typical Chinese oriental style. The rest of your furniture should be pretty low-key - ideally in a plain black, or dark wood. Accessories Accessories are the best place to really get an authentic Chinese oriental interior design look. Use Chinese paper lanterns for your lighting - these will give quite a soft, warming glow to your room - and a very relaxing atmosphere. Look out for rich, opulent fabrics - such as richly embroidered silks, in Chinese designs. Look for ornaments and fabrics with the following, typically Chinese motifs: animals and mystical beasts - monkeys, dragons and tigers, also beautiful flowers, birds and fish. Try to include some beautiful Chinese ceramics and pottery in your oriental interior design scheme. Look for the above same designs and motifs on bowls, plates, pots, vases and ginger jars. Blue and white pottery is a very typical Chinese design style - so try to include some in your oriental design scheme. It is worthwhile scouring flea markets, antique stalls and especially eBay, for unique Chinese treasures... Take a look at this live feed from eBay. It is constantly updated. Just click on any product for further information, or to bid or buy. Hope you get some great bargains The Chinese oriental interior design style is a really beautiful and striking look for your home. It is actually quite easy to achieve, as well - it only takes a splash of authentic color, and a few of the correct accessories to get the right look. If you choose this look, you will get a very dramatic look - but one that you can relax in and be proud of...

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• Chinese porcelain

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    'When you are a foreigner you can bring something of your own culture to the new country, This is good way for a foreigner to start a business . . . to bring your own culture. This is all typically Chinese.' We are sitting surrounded by a huge array of bowls, vases, plates and even china pig-shaped porcelain. I wanted to bring Chinese porcelain here，I wanted to bring the spirit of China to the people. I hope I have done that, yes?’ Judy has been in Finland since October 2006. She met her Finnish husband when she was working in Malaysia managing the production of Chinese textiles. Since June this year, however, she has been attempting to bring exquisite, hand-made Chinese porcelain to Oulu. ‘This is a traditional Chinese porcelain’ she points me to the most impressive pair of vase that they have on sale. ‘They are 1.8 metres tall, They are hand painted and the painting describes a pond with lotus flowers and carps.’ ‘Lotus Lover’ She then stands up and points me towards the calligraphy in the tall vase. ‘There is a Chinese poem here called “The Tale of a Lotus Lover”. It says . . .’ she quickly translates in her head, ‘The lotus lives in the dirty mud but it is still pure.’ The pair is on sale for 5000 euros and Judy and Wendy hope to sell them to a hotel. ‘I think that they would look very good in a hotel lobby,’ adds she. Though much of the porcelain is far cheaper and there are pots for around 25 euros as well. Porcelain, also called 'fine china', featuring its delicate texture, pleasing color, and refined sculpture, has been one of the earliest artworks introduced to the western world through the Silk Road. The earliest porcelain ware was found made of Kaolin in the Shang Dynasty (16th - 11th century BC), and possessed the common aspects of the smoothness and impervious quality of hard enamel, though pottery wares were more widely used among most of the ordinary people. Anyway it was the beginning of porcelain, which afterwards in the succeeding dynasties and due to its durability and luster, rapidly became a necessity of daily life, especially in the middle and upper classes. They were made in the form of all kinds of items, such as bowls, cups, tea sets, vases, jewel cases, incense burners, musical instruments and boxes for stationary and chess, as well as pillows for traditional doctors to use to feel one's pulse. The development of porcelain in the Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220) began to accelerate and before long the artworks were introduced westward. Celadon(like the color of jade) and black porcelain wares were the dominant types at that time. Styles of porcelain had formed and differed based on regions by then. The Yue Kiln in Zhejiang Province, which has enjoyed a good reputation for over 2,000 years up to now, produced delicate and hard celadon porcelain; while the De Kiln became the earliest kiln that baked black porcelain. During the Tang Dynasty (618 - 907), a large number of porcelain wares were in daily use having been substituted for the ones made of gold, silver, jade and other materials. With export, Chinese patterns on these wares also took on more exotic appeal. The Yue and De kiln of Zhejiang Province had features that were the most popular ones, and another one, Xing kiln in Hebei Province was greatly prized for its white porcelain as 'white like snow'. Kilns baking porcelain for the royalty sprang up producing elegant and dainty works. Stepping into the Song Dynasty (960 - 1279), a variety of genres of porcelain appeared and it became a fashion that people showed great interest in purchasing and collecting certain wares suitable to their tastes. Ru, Ding, Ge, Jun and the official kilns had been the representatives of that age. Official kilns advocated concise patterns of decoration; Ru kiln in Hebei Province added treasured agate into glaze so that the color and texture appeared to be uniquely daintily creamy and could be compared with jade. Henan Province had two famous kilns named Jun and Ding kilns. Since the reign of Emperor Huizong who liked art appreciation, porcelain of Jun kiln was kept exclusively for the royal family and common people had no right to collect it no matter how much money they possessed. Since the artisans made their porcelain wares separately, there was no repetition among decorative patterns and colors. Thus this made each porcelain product more precious in its own right. Ding kiln boasted its white porcelain which has a texture as delicate as that of ivory with an adornment of black and purple glaze. Distinctive from the other four kilns which stressed color, this one was quite good at engraving and printing flower patterns. While the Ge Kiln produced porcelain articles with various grains and produced an amount of artworks greater than those of the other four. Well developed in the Yuan Dynasty (1271 - 1368), the blue and white porcelain (Qinghua Ci), in the main stream of porcelain, was the stylish artistic ware in the Ming and Qing Dynasties and promoted this period to be the most prolific in the field of feudal art. First it painted on the basic body with brush natural cobalt which would be turned blue after being in the forge. Set off by the white glaze and covered by the other level of clear glaze, the blue flowers and other patterns showed their comely charm and were widely welcomed among both refined and popular tastes. With the diversity of cobalt, theme, and style of painting, the blue and white porcelains differed constantly, each being unique. As we know, the features of porcelain lie in texture of basic body, color of glaze, decorative pattern, shape and style, while porcelain at that time had sublimed to be at the most elegant. The familiar rose porcelain was another highlight that appeared during the reign of Emperor Kangxi (1653 - 1722). The finished article appears more stereoscopic, colorful, gentle and clean. Nearly all the refined colored pigments were utilized like ancient purple, magenta, ochre, emerald, and so on. Through the development of 4,000 years, now it is still a brilliant art that ttracts many people's interest. Collect your favorite porcelain article and place it in your room to enjoy the pleasure of it. The Porcelain Capital, Jingdezhen in Jiangxi Province which has been praised for thousands of ears, will be certain to satisfy your esthetic appetite.

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• Chinese Folk art

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    Have you even heard Shadow play? If you have, are you wondering what exactly it is and how it is performed? If not, do you want to join us in this discovery of shadow play which is centuries-old and deeply-rooted in the folk life in China? Let’s talk about it now. What is shadow play? It is perhaps as hard to define as it is easy to enjoy. Shadow Play is one of the most popular folk opera with stage props in China. It is a kind of performing art with manifold arias and genres. As an ancient form of storytelling and entertainment, it uses opaque, often articulated figures in front of an illuminated backdrop to create the illusion of moving images. And you can find some common ground between it with puppet play for they are both performed by means of props. And then, how did this unordinary art formed in China? It is quite indefinite. Legend has it that Emperor Wudi of the Western Han Dynasty became depressed after the death of his favorite concubine. To help him cope with his loss, an occultist sculpted a wooden figure in her likeness and projected the sculpture's shadow on a curtain for the emperor. Seeing the shadow was a source of comfort to the emperor, who believed the shadow was her spirit. That is the story of how Chinese shadow plays began. The folk art became flourished in the Song Dynasty. Its popularity culminated in the Yuan Dynasty, when it was a common form of recreation in the barracks of Mongolian troops. The conquering Mongols spread it to distant countries - Persia, Arabia and Turkey. Later, it was introduced to Southeastern Asian countries. It gained popularity in Europe in the mid-18th century, after French missionaries to China took the shadow figures back to France. Fascinated by the figures, they began performing shadow plays. In 1767, such performances were put on in Paris and Marseilles. Famous German poet Goethe in 1774 introduced a Chinese shadow play to a German audience at an exhibition. He was extremely fond of this oriental art form. On August 28, 1781 he celebrated his 32nd birthday with a Chinese shadow play performance. Today, shadow puppets are made of leather instead of wood because leather is lighter, easier to manipulate and less difficult to carry. The puppets are painted with colors representing different human qualities - kindness, wickedness, beauty or ugliness. During performances, the "actors", controlled by guiding sticks, are held close to a white curtain, and their colored shadows are cast on the cloth by a powerful light. Behind the curtain the performers manipulate the silhouettes to act, accompanied by songs, music or dialogues. The plays can be quite dramatic and, when it comes to fairy tales or kungfu stories, the "actors" may be made to ride on clouds or perform unusual feats, to audiences' enjoyment, like the one entitled "Monkey King's fights against Ox-King" recently staged at the shadow play hall in the National Museum of China in Beijing. I like traditional arts, so I really hope this classic folk art could be spread all over the world. And now more or less you acquaint yourself with shadow play, I hope you can enjoy it once you have a chance!

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• x'mas gift idea - don't know w

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    True friendship is one of the greatest gifts that a person can ever ask for. However, many-a-times, you feel like giving material gifts to your friends, just for expressing how much they mean to you and how much your care for them. Selecting a gift for your friend is not at all a difficult task. This is because, being so close to him/her, you are well aware of his/her likes, dislikes, tastes and preferences. Apart from the usual market-bought gifts, you can also try to make homemade presents for your friends, making them feel all the more special. In the following lines, we have listed some of the best gift ideas for friends, just to help you out. Gift Ideas For Friends •One of the best gift items for your friend will comprise of a photo frame, containing an old photograph of the two of you. If it is possible, you can also make the frame at home only. •If your friend has tea as one of his/her favorite beverages, gift him/her a set of teacups. If it is coffee that he/she likes, then giving a personalized coffee mug is the perfect option. •When it comes to gifts for friends, personalized items rule the roost. Special pictures printed on a t-shirt with the words 'My Best Friend' written underneath it. •These days, fashion accessories have become popular as gift items, be it for a boy or a girl. You can go for bracelets, earrings, neck chains, and so on, depending on the taste of your friend. If you looking for a present for your friend's birthday, then choosing a best accessories for him/her, the traditonal Chinese is the best choice •For a friend who loves reading and writing, then gifting him/her a collection of his/her favorite author and the special designed notebook is a very good idea. •Perfumes and deodorants can also be a very good choice as far as friend's gifts are concerned. In this regard, Chinese special incense is the best, depending upon the taste of your friend. •If your friend is fond of sports, then gifting accessories related to his/her favorite sport will be a good idea. At the same time, introducing your friend some more interesting sports is the best, for example, the sports from China and Asia Parents are the pivotal figure all our life. They are the starting point of life, the sustainer of well-being, and the school of love. Parent-child relation is the most powerful of human bonds. Celebrated on the 4th Sunday of every July, Parents Day is a way of expressing our gratitude for our parents. An all-acknowledged truth, parenting is the hardest job of all. Parents bring up their children with strength, courage, and dedication. Their only reward is the successful upbringing of their children. And, of course, the rewards are exquisite. There is nothing more delightful for children to see their children reaping fruits of success in life. Love is the ultimate answer of love. And it is your duty to reciprocate the love of your parents. They would feel good for getting a little recognition for a job well done. It is your duty to take out time to enjoy your day with your parents in the way that pleases them the best. On Parents Day, show that you care for them. Gifts for Father You know what your father likes to do in his spare time. Gift him anything based on his interests and liking. If he is an avid book lover, you could opt for books on various topics like fiction and nonfiction. If he is interested in traveling, nature, computers, science, literature or classics, you could choose anything on these topics. If he is a music lover, you could choose from a wide variety of music ranging from pop, jazz, instrumental, movie songs and classics. In fact, now Chinese style is fashionalbe in the world. So choosing for your Daddy one Chinese Clothese, for example, jacket or shirt is really well. Gifts for Mother As the gift for father, your mother’s gift also can choose chinese style clothes. It is the best for show.

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• Asian Inspired Design

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    Inspired by a love of Asian art and design, from Chinese Qipao Teasets, FengShui, Zodiac Animals,and symbols to Japanese kimonos, Fans, textiles, and Papercuts,Inner Paintings and more,GoodOrient.com is committed to fairtrade and ethical clothing which they offer in a range of styles and colors.

    There, you can find many Asian Inspired products,include arts, crafts, home garden decor, jewelry, women accessories, toys, collectible arts, fashion wear and clothing, office stationary and more.

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    The fascinating culture and exotic location of Asia has captured hearts and enthralled people to visit and for most, live in Asia. As interesting and mysterious as their lifestyle, nation and culture, the people in Asia are represented by various types of costume which represent their each uniqueness and individuality, with a distinct touch of their respective country and inheritance. The Asian dress, a symbol of eastern culture of traditionalism, distinctiveness and eastern knowledge and mystery, it is devoid of any commercialism and exudes and aura of strength and power. It belies the essence of human triumph in a continent full of conflict and drama.

    The Asian dress is characterized by its simplicity but designed with subtle elegance and unique patterns, minus the chaotic grandiose of layers of lace and fluffiness associated with the European royal courts and traditional costumed. Its lines are sleek and are made with fabrics of silk or cotton for daily practicability and use. It is usually floor-length and has long sleeves which impart the culture of conservatism and traditionalism. Influenced mainly by the Chinese fashions, similarities can be found with each Asian dress with their design and form even with the distinct design from each nation.

    For instance, the cheongsam of China and the ao dai of Vietnam have similarities with the Long-sleeved, high-collared necklines and side-slits worn over long skirts or trousers or cotton pants whether loosely worn or tied at the ankles. Each may have different distinctions in their design, style, material and colors but both types of costumes clearly show that one way it is influenced by another country which is close in region or through conquests of their nation in ancient times.

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• Japanese Kimono

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    Imagine this situation….You tired after a long day of work and dressed in silky satin nightwear, just pushing yourself underneath the white sheets. Then you feel this caressed by these silky satin pajamas. I’m sure none of you would like to miss out on this feeling.

    Most of the Japanese pajamas are made of Satin. It is a 2-piece set and has a Kimono like top and shorts. Jinbei can be worn outside or inside as a pajama. Jinbei has been enjoyed by Japanese men for a long time because of its casualness and comfort. It is also considered as the most preferred outfit to wear, when they want to relax and drink some beer on the patio deck on a hot sunny day!!

    In Japan, Yukata href="http://www.goodorient.com/" was mainly worn to the fireworks displays and the summer festivals. However, the popularity of this traditional clothing, Yukata, is growing. More designers for Yukata are emerging. More fashion magazines are covering about the Yukata every year. For this reason, you see more people wearing a Yukata on the street today as a fashion trend. Luckily in U.S, there are Japanese related events and festivals in most of the big cities. Therefore, you can wear a Yukata to those places. If you are interested in Anime, you can wear it to the Anime conventions. Also, if you are into fashion, you can wear it to some fashion events or shows. Another great thing you can do with a Yukata is to use it as a decoration of the house. If you own a Yukata, why don't you showcase the beauty of it. It will bring a very elegant Ethnic flavor to your home for sure!!

    Jinbei was originally made to wear as a pajama. However, Jinbei is worn to the fireworks displays, summer events, and even on the street nowadays. It is up to you if you want to wear it to some Japan related events in U.S or wear it inside the house as a pajama. Because of its comfortableness, Jinbei is considered as a favorable outfit to wear when you drink some beer on the deck on the hot sunny day. If you like an art, you can also frame your Jinbei and display it in your wall. That would be a very nice Asian theme decoration and sure to bring a new flavor to your house.

    For Women, however, might need some practice to get used to. In Japan, some people even pay for someone to help you wearing Yukata. Therefore we wouldn't say it is very easy, However, Yukata doesn't require lots of layers of undergarments like other types of Kimono do. This makes Yukata much easier to wear. There are two parts which could be troublesome for someone who wears a Yukata for the first time. One is when you fold the Yukata around the waist to make an Ohashori ( folded fabric which can be seen below an Obi) and the other is where you have to make a ribbon (or Other shapes) with an Obi. If you are totally new to Yukata, we recommend for you to get a Tsukuri-Obi which already has a pre-tied ribbon for easy wear. It is not very difficult to wear a Yukata, however we strongly recommend to practice before the day you actually wear it. Once you practice and learn how to wear a Yukata, you can wear it with no time. For Men... it is very easy. Since men do not have to make an Ohashori ( folded fabric around the waist ), you wear Yukata just like you wear a robe. Just make sure to pick the right Yukata size for you.

    With the Silky satin Pajamas as your nightwear, get ready to feel cozy and curly with your partner, and make those nights more sensuous. These pajamas are easy to wear, need less care, and you can just wear them in your house while you are having a holiday. That will help you cool yourself in summers and feel cozy in those chilly winters. You will feel loose and relaxed when you wear this nightwear.

    This nightwear comes in every possible shade. You can choose from the deep shades to make you look bold to the pretty and romantic pastel shades. The red satin and deep blue pajamas are real hot stuff to wear as a nightwear. While you have all the other colours to choose from, white colour emerges as a winner. The white colored pajamas always give you a sense of feminine and purity. They evoke an aura of innocence, which might prove to be a very erotic underwear for your man. While white colour is pure, black colour suggests you are passionate and adventurous.

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• sun yat sen's uniform

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    The modern Chinese tunic suit is a style of male attire known in China as the Chungshan suit or Zhongshan suit (traditional Chinese: 中山裝; simplified Chinese: 中山装; pinyin: Zhōngshān zhuāng) (after Sun Zhongshan), and known in the West as the Mao suit (after Mao Zedong). Sun Zhongshan (better known as Sun Yat-sen) introduced the style shortly after the founding of the Republic of China as a form of national dress although with a distinctly political and later governmental implication.

    After the end of the Chinese Civil War and the establishment of the People's Republic of China in 1949, the suit became widely worn by males and government leaders as a symbol of proletarian unity and an Eastern counterpart to the Western business suit. The name "Mao suit" comes from Chinese leader Mao Zedong's affinity for wearing them in public, thus tying the garment closely to him and Chinese communism in general in the Western imagination. Although they fell into disuse in the 1990s amid increasing Western influences, they are still worn on occasion by Chinese leaders during important state ceremonies and functions.

    Origins

    When the Republic was founded in 1912, and the style of dress worn in China was based on Manchu dress (qipao and changshan), which had been imposed by the Qing Dynasty as a form of social control. The majority-Han Chinese revolutionaries who overthrew the Qing were fueled by failure of the Qing to defend China against western imperialists and the low standing of the Qing in terms of technology and science compared to the West. Even before the founding of the Republic, older forms of Chinese dress were becoming unpopular among the elite and led to the development of Chinese dress which combined the cheongsam and the Western hat to form a new dress. The Zhongshan suit is similar development which combined Western and Eastern fashions. It should be noted that until 1949 on the mainland and the 1980s in Taiwan, the civilian, non- political attire for males in China was not this tunic suit but a gown and over-jacket.

    The Zhongshan suit was an attempt to cater to "modern" sensibilities without completely adopting Western styles wholesale. Dr. Sun Yat-sen was personally involved, providing inputs based on his life experience in Japan: the Japanese cadet uniform became the basis of Zhongshan suit. There were other modifications as well: instead of the three hidden pockets in Western suits, the Zhongshan suit had four outside pockets to adhere to Chinese concepts of balance and symmetry. Over time, minor stylistic changes developed. The suit originally had seven buttons, later reduced to five.

    After repeated attempts to win support and recognition from Western countries failed, the Nationalist Party government in Canton led by Dr. Sun gained help (advisers and critically vital small arms) from Soviet Russia, which viewed it as a likely revolutionary ally against Western interests in the Far East; Chinese nationalism at the time (of treaty ports and extra-territoriality discriminations) was naturally heavily infected with resentment against the West. As a result of this geopolitical alignment, Dr. Sun agreed to permit the nascent Chinese Communist Party to join the Nationalist Party -- as individual members -- not as a party-party union, combination or alliance. As a result, early Communist Party members adopted the attire as a mark of joining the Nationalist Party. Ironically, from that practice during an attenuated political marriage of convenience which would soon be divorced in blood (in 1927), Asian Marxist movements and governments henceforth would all consider this attire as a standard of political coloration, and it would continue to be appropriate dress for both sides of the bitter Chinese civil wars lasting decades.

    After Sun Yat-sen's death in 1925, popular mythology assigned a revolutionary and patriotic significance to the Zhongshan suit. The four pockets were said to represent the Four Virtues cited in the classic Guanzi. The five center-front buttons were said to represent the five Yuans (branches of government) cited in the constitution of the Republic of China and the three cuff-buttons to symbolize Sun Yat-sen's Three Principles of the People.

    Historical development

    Mao, wearing the suit, meets Nixon

    In the 1920s and 1930s, civil servants of the Chinese government were required to wear the Zhongshan zhuang. A slightly modified version of the suit, adapted for combat, formed the basis for National Revolutionary Army army uniforms leading up through the Second Sino-Japanese War, although during the 1930s, as German military advice and assistance to the National Government waxed, the formal military uniform in the professional elements and ranks essentially became that of Weimar and then Nazi Germany (including the famous helmet).

    After the establishment of the People's Republic of China, and especially during the long initial period marked by intensive Maoist indoctrination and mass oppression through waves of purges and campaigns and "criticism/struggle" culminating with the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution from 1965-76 when Mao himself died, the suit became widely worn by the entire male population, formally as a symbol of proletarian unity, but in fact as a form of personal -- and virtually camouflage -- coloration; it was, of course, regularly worn by Communist Party cadres until the 1990s when it was largely replaced by the Western business suit.

    The Mao suit remained the standard formal dress for the first and second generations of PRC leaders such as Deng Xiaoping. During the 1990s, it began to be worn with decreasing frequency by leaders of Jiang Zemin's generation. Jiang wore it only on special occasions, such as to state dinners, but this practice was almost totally discontinued by his successor Hu Jintao.[1] By the early part of the 21st century, the Mao suit is rarely worn even on formal occasions. The military-green version of the suit is more often worn, usually by civilian party officials wishing to demonstrate control over – or camaraderie with – the military. In Taiwan, the Zhongshan suit was seldom seen after the 1970s. Moreover, given the subtropical weather much of the year in Taiwan, for a time a modified version became at least semi-standard which dropped the high-collar buttoned up original constriction in favor of a Western style open dress shirt collar, unbuttoned.

    Today among the Chinese people, the suit has been largely abandoned by the younger generation in urban areas, but is still regarded as formal attire by many old people. It is also prevalent among Chinese peasants as casual dress. However the suit is becoming more popular amongst young overseas Chinese as a formal or business wear instead of wearing the "generic" Western three piece suit and also as an identity for their Chinese origin.

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• Halloween party costumes

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    The Halloween season is almost upon us again. It’s interesting as you study cultures around the world how different things are celebrated. In traditional Chinese cultures, costumes are used in many rituals, plays and dances. It’s not uncommon to see the two-man dragon dance during the open ceremony of a business or around the New Years time. Likewise, you’ll find a rich history of costumes used in various opera productions, such as the Monkey King and his Pig Lord sidekick.

    Chinese costumes, can also be worn during days that signify happiness and festivity, like the Halloween. Be a Chinese princess or a Chinese girl-warrior by wearing the Chinese dresses. Boys can be Bruce Lee, the Monkey King or be an animal in the Zodiac.

    The Basics

    The Chinese national costume is pretty and festive used on its own. However, for those who want to celebrate in their favorite Chinese story personalities, handy things around the house can be added to the basic Chinese costume.

    1. Chinese Dress - Qi Pao

    Qi Pao - This Chinese Dress is elegant and festive in its own right. Qi Pao means banner dress when translated. It usually has a high neck and slits on the sides. Designs can vary to flatter the woman's good features and hide the less than perfect features. Qi Pao for young girls can also be gotten in different colors and materials. For active young girls a Qi Pao dress-pants is a good idea.

    Decide what impact you want to have when you walk into the room before you look at any Halloween costumes. Do you want heads to turn or do you want to look sexy, devilish, funny or impish? Once you have chosen your outfit, think of what shoes, hairstyles, accessories and makeups you'd like to go with.

    Fushion east-west of UGG boots or sneakers, docile traditional slippers or mary jane, or daring high heels or leather boots?

    Bun hairdo with our hair pins or chopstick? pony-tail or bob-cut for the cutsie chinagirl visage? or dyed streaks, and sadako style?

    Do not forget the lipstick! Deep red, or a lite pink is recommended to compliment our dresses for the Halloween

    Don’t forget the Bling. Get some costume jewelry for your Halloween dressing up secession. Rings, necklaces, bracelets, ankle bracelets, clip on earrings and maybe even an umbrella are all good suggestions for dressing up as a China girl for Halloween.

    2. Chinese pants set for boys

    For boys, the traditional costume pants set is a must-have set. The top has a mandarin collar with long sleeves. Pants are loose and flowing. Some costume sets include hats with pigtails or hoods.

    Dressing up

    It is a good idea to gather the following from around the house before starting to mix and match.

    Getting sequined Chinese slippers or kung fu shoes from a nearby department store can be a good idea. It can be worn several times if you like wearing costumes for every event (or regularly, since they are comfortable). These can also be ordered online.

    Mom's silk skirts in shiny fabrics, dad's silk robes may also be looted. If your family has wigs lying around the house, keep those. It may turn out useful for completing your desired look. Beautiful fabrics, scarves, bead necklaces, even table runners can be added to your collection of materials. Craft flowers, satin ribbons can also be added to the hair.

    Chinese Princess

    Do this with: girl's empire cut long dress/ other long dresses in plain design, in shiny fabric and plain design can also be used as a base garment when dressing up as a Chinese princess. An empire cut spaghetti strap will also do nicely. This can be topped over by a long robe/ blouse with butterfly sleeves(These tunic blouses were in fashion 3? 4? Years ago so mom may still have one in her closet.)

    Hair can be fixed in a double bun, one on each side of the head, or let some of the hair flow. Beads can also be strung through the hair. Sashes can be tied around the waist, or can be used as hang down designs for the belt.

    2. Lady White Snake

    Similar to the Chinese Princess, although wear a white costume. May also bring a toy snake and put a pillow by the tummy to look pregnant.

    3. Chinese Girl-Warrior

    Like Mulan or Yu Shu Lien/ Jen Yu in Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.

    Do this with :

    -Cheongsam dress-pants set

    -Toy Sword or toy bows and arrows

    -Kungfu shoes/ other shoes

    Wear the pants set and shoes, sling over the toy weapons and youre done. Mom may also fix Warrior's hair into a neat hair style fit for battle.

    4. Bruce Lee

    Bruce Lee is one of my favorites to see. Strong, mysterious, and handsome, what girl wouldn’t swoon for this guy. A costume to look like him is also quite easy to recreate. The easiest version of him is to go topless with a pair of black Kung Fu pants and Kung Fu shoes (or if those are hard to get, black wrestling shoes and black sweat pants).

    But some of us aren’t fortunate enough to live in a warm environment, so another option is Bruce Lee in a yellow and black sweat suit as he wore in Game of Death. Or you could go for the Kato look from his appearance in the TV show, Green Hornet

    5. Monkey King

    Do this with :

    -Boys Traditional Black Kung Fu pants set

    -Monkey mask or face crayons

    -Stick

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