Featuring over 450 archival photographs and line drawings, Chinese Dress traces the evolution of Chinese clothing from court and formal costumes to the fashions of modern China.

A comprehensive and sumptuously illustrated book, Chinese Dress is the essential reference for costume historians, fashion designers and collectors, as well as lovers of beautiful clothes everywhere. Chapters include:

• Dress of the Qing Manchu Rulers 1644-1911


• Dress of the Manchu Consorts 1644-1911


• Attire of Mandarins and Merchants


• Attire of Chinese Women


• Republican Dress 1912-1949


• Clothing of the Lower Classes


• Clothing for Children


• Dress in New China 1950-2006

From Imperial robes to foot binding to the cheongsam, Chinese Dress spotlights traditional Chinese dress against a background of historical, cultural and social change, opening a fascinating window for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of China, Chinese culture and Chinese fashion history.