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Embroidered silk Chinese jacket

Chinese clothes embody the essence of “elegance and symbolism.”

The embroidered silk jacket, left, is true to classic features, such as flower motifs and looped buttons. The embroidery by artisans ensure this stunning jacket will catch eyes wherever its worn. Available at Norm Thompson - Women's Category

It will look as good with jeans as it does over a formal, floor-length black or brightly-colored skirt. Here are some suggestions for chic slacks and stylish work pants.

Teal Asian-inspired Edo jacket at Norm Thompson
Chinese styles are a good choice for older women for many reasons:
  • Long, lean lines silhouette curves and conceal bulges.

  • High necklines hide less attractive skin.

  • A solid or textured fabric can become a background for an eye-catching necklace.

  • Fabrics, such as luxurious silk, drape beautifully.

  • Details include embroidery, hand-painted flowers or scenes, and frogging.

  • Chinese styles are timeless and a great wardrobe investment.
The teal jacket, above, evokes pagodas and cherry blossoms in a toile print linen-rayon jacket. Classic features include the Mandarin collar and loop/button closures down the front. The price is reduced to $49.99. Sizes may be limited. Norm Thompson - Outlet Category

Team it with most any dark slacks or plain skirt, not too full. Here are some suggestions for chic slacks and comfortable work pants.

Ethnic Styles Strong This Year

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Chinese clothes add global sophistication to our personal self-presentation.

Asian clothing incorporates ritual and symbolism, nurturing the inner goddess.

In many rituals, special garments were worn to pay respects to the temple gods. These gods typically represented the natural elements -- as do many goddess archetypes and astrological signs. Yang Lu presents a wonderful summary of the regional and historical traditions, complete with glossary and photos.

Classic Elegance
+ Fine Finishing
= Timeless Style

Lu describes three basic Chinese costumes that are as contemporary as they are traditional.

Kimono style blouses and quilted jackets can be worn to the office. Cotton karate-style jackets can be dressed down for errands and weekends.

The cheongsam inspires international fashion, as Yang points out. It’s comfortable and easy to make. Loose tailoring makes the cheongsam ideal for many body types. It can be made with long, medium, and short sleeves and in many lengths.

Red means good luck, and fashion superstar Diana Vreeland championed it throughout her long, trend shaping career at Vogue. This versatile color is popular for Chinese clothing can be paired with black, white, blue, and tan.

Consider a red Chinese blouse or jacket to add pizzazz to your wardrobe. The asymmetrical silk blend jacket, below, uses a rich shade that may be worn with many neutrals.

Chinese and Asian-inspired styles outlast trends. A Chinese garment is an investment that will bring compliments for years to come. They never go out of style.

When was the last time you say a Chinese woman whose clothing appeared dowdy or out-of-date?


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