Chinese New Year 2025: Where to buy traditional and modern Cheongsam in Manila

Cheongsam is one of the traditional outfits worn by Chinese women for special occasions, such as weddings, birthdays, festivals, and the New Year.

It’s a sheath dress usually characterized by high collar, side slits, knot buttons, and intricate patterns like flowers, dragons, and other significant symbolic designs in Chinese culture.

While the unique design principle of Cheongsam is timeless, its silhouette has evolved and been redefined into modernity. This evolution is not just for Chinese women, but for women all over the world, offering a fresh take on a traditional outfit.

For Chinese New Year 2025, why not slither into the Year of the Snake by wearing a traditional Cheongsam or other Lunar New Year outfits inspired by the vibrant Chinese culture?

Here are five shops where you can buy your outfits:

Gong Xi Fa Cai, Kapuso! —JCB, GMA Integrated News