Qipao Love: Part 22 ~ Chinese New Year Cheongsam Wishlist...of the Sheep (Goat) 2015!

Happy mid-week darlings! And I hope I can brighten up your day with this post.....it's that time of the year again; my Chinese New Year Wishlist for 2015 and this time it is utterly Cheongsam or Qipao focused. If you are still looking for a Ney Year Qipao for the new clothing tradition, there might be a few interesting ideas here and don't forget to join the #CheongsamConfidence day on 20th February 2015! Limited to 5 lovely pieces (taking after 2015 year) and in no particular order, they are:

1. Eve 55's Orange and Green Geometry Cheongsam
Link: Eve55.com/orange-green-geometry-cheongsam
Tested: No
Loving the groovy print, bold colours and absolutely unusually cut mandarin collar with an edge; this beauty from Qipao designer Celene at a Cheongsam shop based in Hong Kong called Eve 55, is simply show stopping with a 1950s to 1960s vibe! Making a reanactment of 'In the Mood for Love' sceen very possible in our daily lives.....and no longer just a daydream. Swoon step one....



2. Joli Pretty's Charlotte Cheongsam
Link: jolipretty.com/Charlotte-Cheongsam
Tested: No
I've heard about Joli Pretty as a newcomer on the Cheongsam online shop scene in Singapore, and they seem to have some interesting but cute-sided styles. I am yet to try any of their Cheongsam, but this pretty butterfly print Cheongsam with a trumpet flared bottom somehow gives a 1920s vibe that I would love to match with a fingerwave hairstyle to make it truly Flapper!



3. The Lady General's Wen
Link: theladygeneral.com/wen-cheongsam
Tested: Yes [Review on Lady General Cheongsam]
Drop into the vibrantly cool 1960s with this chequered pink and blue baby! I've been a fan of The Lady General's Cheongsam for quite some time, so much so that I have even allowed one of their mini capsule collection to be named after my blog. This lovely shift cut with cute buttons on the mandarin collar with emphasise legs and face whilst skimming over any wobbly bits...need I say more?



4. Lark and Peony's Yohiki in Vermilion (red)
Link: www.larkandpeony.com/yokihi-in-classic-vermillion
Tested: Yes [Review on Lark & Peony Cheongsam]
Despite having over 30 Qipao (Cheongsam) dresses in my collection I am yet to have a red one modern or classic, but this red floral printed modern Cheongsam by Lark & Peony has had my heart racing! Their quality and designs with focus on vintage inspired prints has been a fabulous addition to the online Cheongsam scene. Absolutely tempted to fluff it up with layers of white pretticoat and flowers in my hair.....or wear it as a simple summer dress with my wicker bag!




5. Ong Shunmugam's Lattice in Lotus (right)
Link: www.facebook.com/OngShunmugam/Lattice
Tested: No
Continuing with the 1950s with this print focused, simple in cut and properly midi Latticework Cheongsam by well established Cheongsam Singapore designer Priscilla Ong Shunmugam. With a Chinese and Indian background, her designs focus onthe play of luxurious fabrics and fusion of patterns to bring alive a bit of modernity in the classic Qipao. Curtains or not, this piece is absolutely swoon worthy and I would love to get my paws on it for a truly 50s spin!

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Qipao by Elegente & Photo by Caroline Opacic Photography

As we grow closer to the Chinese New Year of the Goat, I look forward to what new adventures that lie ahead and hope it will be a fantastic year! Also I hope you darlings have found my most recent 'How-To' Qipao video useful. Right...I must get started some sewing to alter a few new Cheongsam dresses  for the New Yearand prep for the Zen Yoga class tonight.....have a good week!



PS: Giveaway2 prize winner will be announced in the next post, apologies for the delay as I am yet to pick a winner....