global qipao festival invigorates hangzhou
ehangzhou.gov.cn| updated: october 23, 2020
children show off their qipao designs at qinghefang street in hangzhou on oct 22. the qipao, also known as the cheongsam, is popular for its body-hugging design that accentuates the female form. [photo provided to ehangzhou.gov.cn]
people in hangzhou, capital of zhejiang province, flocked to the historic qinghefang street on oct 22 as the much-anticipated global qipao festival officially began.
the event, which runs from oct 22 to 25 and is meant to celebrate hangzhou's prosperous nighttime economy, features a variety of immersive performances, fashion shows, cultural activities, and themed exhibitions.
a child designs her own qipao dress. [photo provided to ehangzhou.gov.cn]
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