In previous features, we discussed the unsurpassable peak in Qipao cinema history—In the Mood for Love. Today, I want to focus on Qipao appearances in TV dramas, highlighting those classic moments where Qipao beauties shone.
Each of these beauties has her unique charm, and the Qipao they wore were equally distinctive. In the vast ocean of Qipao styles, external beauty is secondary; the key lies in wearing the Qipao with personal flair and character.
First, let's talk about a widely recognized Qipao beauty from recent years—Jing Tian in Rattan (2021). Her portrayal of a vine spirit, set in the Republican era, featured numerous Qipao styles that redefined elegance.
The satin Qipao, primarily in pearl white, with its high side slit, atmospheric connected shoulder sleeves, double-round front placket paired with delicate piping and inlaid silk hard flower buttons, exuded both nobility and grace. It was not only light and smooth but also convenient for movement. Paired with Jing Tian's long hair like satin, it combined sexiness and cold beauty.
The lace-embellished Qipao in pale blue highlighted her delicate features. The lace perspective showed the female's graceful figure in a hazy and implicit way. With exquisite bead embroidery printing and a small standing collar, it had the noble sense of a young lady from a well - known family. The accessories of this look, with silver - thread embroidery and bead embroidery details, were both gorgeous and moderately shiny, matching well with hairpins and pearl earrings.
The champagne - colored Qipao with rattan - pattern lace and bead embellishments was similar to the pale - blue one but more solemn and grand. The rich texture of the fabric and the relief rattan pattern complemented each other, with a medieval European noble atmosphere. Paired with detailed piping and pearl edging, it was a masterpiece from any angle.
The ginger - yellow velvet Qipao with plant prints was more luxurious. The ginger - yellow color made the skin look fair. The hollow design on the chest had geometric beauty, echoing the concave - convex texture of the relief pattern. The modern - style tube collar used was well - matched and rounded, making the overall look more harmonious.
Beyond Qipao, the capes paired with them, like the ethereal white gauze one, added a whimsical touch. The white gauze cape was light and full of fairy air, and the bow - printed Qipao inside was very sweet. The combination of sweetness and fairy - like charm was amazing. There was also a flowered silk overcoat made of blue flowered silk fabric with precious - phase flower prints. Paired with a beige lace standing - collar Qipao inside, it had an elegant and peaceful charm.
In The Legacy (2022), Qin Lan's character, Yi Zhongling, embodied the refined elegance of Republican - era women. Her Qipao choices—subdued in color yet rich in detail—reflected the sophistication of her upbringing.
The beige silk Qipao with botanical embroidery and the champagne one with high collar and pearl necklace exemplified understated luxury. The black - and - white swallow - print Qipao, with its auspicious symbolism, and the playful heart - print one demonstrated the era's stylistic diversity. The geometric - pattern Qipao and the ink - wash landscape - print Qipao were also very stylish. The former was slimming, and the latter was easy to wear.
Some Qipao details were also worth noting. The three - piping on the black Qipao emphasized its refinement, and the addition of pearl pendants and lace printing was like icing on the cake. The two - piece set, combining a straight - cut Qipao with a velvet vest, captured the era's fashion essence.
As we conclude today's Qipao journey, remember that countless moments of Qipao brilliance await discovery in the overlooked corners of cinema and television. There are still many Qipao - related stories and beauties in the vast world of film and TV, waiting for us to explore and appreciate in the future.
