Qipao & Cheongsam Collection

Two forms of the Chinese dress: the Qipao carries history, the Cheongsam carries it forward.

Each piece begins with a custom sketch and is handmade in Los Angeles with silk fabrics and detailed embroidery.

Designed for modern occasions, every dress reflects its wearer’s story and heritage in a timeless way.

Front view of blue silk Qipao dress with hand embroidery of mountain, lotus pond, and birds.

Poet on the Mountain Top – Blue Silk Qipao Dress

Front view of blush pink silk Qipao dress with magnolia and bird embroidery.

Shanghai 1920 – Blush Pink Silk Qipao Dress

Front view of floral silk organza Qipao dress with bamboo, bird, and flower embroidery.

Shanghai Garden – Floral Silk Organza Qipao

Front view of blush pink silk Qipao dress with hand-embroidered butterfly and floral motifs.

Blush Pink Silk Qipao with Butterfly Embroidery

Front view of white silk halter Qipao dress with 3D embroidered peony motif.

White Silk Halter Qipao with Peony Embroidery

Black silk Qipao with rainbow phoenix and sea wave embroidery

Black Silk Phoenix Qipao with Rainbow Embroidery

Fuchsia Silk Qipao with Phoenix & Peony Embroidery

Emerald Xiang Yun Silk Sleeveless Qipao

White silk Qipao with blue trim and side Pankou button closure

White Silk Qipao with Blue Trim – Japanese Woven Silk

Front view of green silk Qipao with hand-embroidered cherry blossoms.

Green Silk Qipao with Cherry Blossom Embroidery

Front view of green silk Qipao with hand-embroidered white orchids.

Green Silk Qipao with White Orchid Embroidery

Front view of purple silk Qipao with hand-sewn velvet flower appliqué.

Purple Silk Qipao with Velvet Flower Appliqué

Side view of teal silk Qipao with hand-embroidered peonies and butterfly motif.

Teal Blue Silk Qipao with Peony & Butterfly Embroidery

Sketch of purple silk Cheongsam jumpsuit with family crest embroidery.

Purple Silk Cheongsam Jumpsuit Sketch – Family Crest Embroidery

Sketch of gold silk Qipao jumpsuit with black rose embroidery and black trim.

Gold Silk Qipao Jumpsuit Sketch – Black Rose Embroidery

Sketch of lavender purple silk Qipao with pink peony and lavender embroidery.

Lavender Purple Silk Qipao – Peony & Lavender Embroidery, Cap Sleeves

Modern Black Lace Cheongsam Dress with Silk Slip

Modern black silk brocade Cheongsam dress with halter neckline and mermaid silhouette.

Modern Black Silk Brocade Cheongsam – Mermaid Halter with Lace Cutout

Front view of silver two-piece Cheongsam with embroidered floral jacket and A-line skirt

Silver Two-Piece Cheongsam with Embroidered Floral Jacket & Skirt

Royal blue silk Qipao dress with gold dragon embroidery and front slit, modern mermaid-style Chinese dress by JINZA

Blue Qipao Dress – Gold Dragon Embroidered Chinese Dress

Blush pink lace Qipao dress with cap sleeves and boat neckline, front view.

Blush Pink Lace Qipao – Sunrise Chinese Dress

Front view of emerald green silk Cheongsam with wavy neckline.

Emerald Green Silk Cheongsam – Minimalist Dress with Wavy Neckline

Purple silk Cheongsam with gold trim and auspicious motifs, front view.

Purple Silk Cheongsam – Gold Trim with Auspicious Motifs

Pink silk mermaid Cheongsam with green trim and chapel train, front view.

Pink Silk Mermaid Cheongsam – Green Trim with Train

Orange pink silk Cheongsam with cherry blossom embroidery and yellow trim, front view.

Orange Pink Silk Cheongsam – Cherry Blossom Embroidery

White silk cheongsam with magnolia and pomegranate embroidery, front view

White Silk Cheongsam with Magnolia & Pomegranate Embroidery

Gold Japanese cotton Cheongsam with short sleeves and A-line silhouette, front view.

Gold Japanese Cotton Cheongsam – Short Sleeve A-Line Dress

Printed Stretch Silk Cheongsam – Sleeveless Dress

Front view of A-line Cheongsam in Xiang Yun silk with 3/4 sleeves.

A-Line Cheongsam – Xiang Yun Silk with 3/4 Sleeves

Black Japanese silk Cheongsam with gold mountain embroidery, front view.

Black Japanese Silk Cheongsam – Gold Mountain Embroidery

Black lace Cheongsam with cap sleeves and red Pankou closure, front view.

Black Lace Cheongsam – Cap Sleeves with Red Pankou

Black silk Cheongsam with gold dragon and silver phoenix embroidery, front view.

Black Silk Cheongsam – Dragon & Phoenix Embroidery

Blue and grey tulip patterned silk cheongsam front view with A-line shape

Blue & Grey Tulip Silk Cheongsam – Cap Sleeves

Floral Japanese cotton Cheongsam dress, front view, everyday elegance.

Floral Japanese Cotton Cheongsam – Everyday Elegance

Grey blue linen cheongsam front view with navy Pankou trim

Grey Blue Italian Linen Cheongsam – Navy Trim & Pankou

Navy blue silk Cheongsam with A-line silhouette and waterdrop neckline, front view.

Navy Blue Silk Cheongsam – Sleeveless A-Line

Navy blue Japanese cotton Cheongsam with short sleeves, front view.

Navy Blue Japanese Cotton Cheongsam – Short Sleeves

Dark indigo cotton Cheongsam in 1930s vintage style, front view.

Dark Indigo Cotton Cheongsam – 1930s Vintage Style

Blue lace Cheongsam dress with 3/4 sleeves and silk slip lining, front view

Blue Lace Cheongsam – 3/4 Sleeve Wedding Dress

Sketch of modern black silk crepe Cheongsam with Indian embroidery and front slit.

Modern Black Silk Crepe Cheongsam – Indian Embroidery with Train

Sketch of modern white silk Qipao with bow on shoulder and puffy sleeves.

Modern White Silk Qipao Sketch – Short Dress with Bow & Puffy Sleeves

Navy blue qipao dress with cherry blossom and bird embroidery on a client by JINZA.

About Qipao & Cheongsam

The Qipao is the classic Chinese dress — elegant, structured, and rich with history.

The modern Cheongsam draws from the same roots but offers lighter lines and softer silhouettes.

Both honor tradition while celebrating personal style

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When to wear a Qipao or Cheongsam

Many brides wear a red or warm-tone Qipao for tea ceremonies or wedding receptions.

Modern Cheongsam dresses are also chosen for formal dinners, cultural events, or red-carpet occasions.

Each design can be custom-made to match your event and personal story.

Real Client Story

From cultural weddings to milestone celebrations, our clients wear Qipao and Cheongsam to express who they are.

Each piece becomes a reflection of heritage, confidence, and individuality.

Lisa Ling wearing a black silk crepe modern Cheongsam with Indian hand embroidery, blending tradition with contemporary elegance.

Lisa Ling in black silk crepe Cheongsam

Ronny Chieng's wife: Hannah Chieng in JINZA custom-designed gold Qipao jumpsuit with black hand-embroidered rose.

Hannah Chieng (Ronny Chieng's wife) in custom-designed gold Qipao jumpsuit

Poet over the mountain top blue silk Qipao

Close-up of artisan hand embroidering leaf pattern on ivory silk Qipao

Create Your Own Chinese Dresses

Browse these Qipao and Cheongsam examples, or begin your own custom design with JINZA. Each dress is made as an heirloom — to be worn, kept, and remembered.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a Qipao and a Cheongsam?

The Qipao refers to the traditional form with classic details from 1920s–1940s Shanghai. The Cheongsam is a modern interpretation, adapted with new fabrics and silhouettes.

How long does a custom Qipao take?

A simple Qipao takes about 1.5 months; embroidered designs take 3 months or more.

How much does a Qipao or Cheongsam cost?

Because each dress is custom-made with different levels of embroidery and materials, we don’t publish set prices online. Most of our brides consider these rewardable pieces for future events, with timelines from 1 to 6 months depending on embroidery. During your consultation, we’ll share options that match your vision and budget.

Qipao & Cheongsam Collection – Chinese Dresses for Modern and Traditional Wear