How Custom Works | Qipao, Cheongsam & Tang Suit Process

How We Make Your Custom Qipao or Tang Suit

At JINZA each piece follows a thoughtful couture process.

From consultation to final fitting, we combine hand embroidery, fine fabrics, and personal tailoring for one client at a time.

the 4-step process

Your process begins with a private consultation, either by Zoom or in our Los Angeles studio.

We discuss your story, color palette, and cultural symbols.

A design sketch is then developed to reflect your vision, from the neckline and silhouette to the placement of embroidery.

You’ll view options of silks, brocades, and threads sourced from trusted workshops.

Each fabric is chosen for its weight, texture, and movement.

Once the design is approved, your personal pattern is drafted.

The fabric is then marked and prepared for cutting.

A muslin version is created first to test the proportions and fit before cutting the final fabric.

This stage ensures balance, comfort, and a silhouette made for you.

Our atelier specializes in Shu and Panjin embroidery, known for lifelike texture and Goldwork detail.

Motifs such as phoenix, dragon, and lotus are stitched thread by thread in silk and metallic fibres, giving the design depth and light.

After embroidery, the fabric panels are joined and the garment assembled.

Seams are aligned, trims and fastenings applied, and the structure shaped for comfort and proportion.

During the final fitting, we review the fit, balance, and comfort of the garment.

Any small adjustments are made to ensure ease of movement and natural proportion.

Once approved, the piece is pressed and prepared for collection.

Each piece leaves our atelier as a reflection of its wearer.

The process is complete only when the client is satisfied and every detail rests in harmony.