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dc.contributorSchool of Fashion and Textilesen_US
dc.contributor.advisorNg, Kwok Hei (SFT)en_US
dc.contributor.advisorLi, Li (SFT)en_US
dc.creatorQi, Hoi Ting Lucy-
dc.identifier.urihttps://theses.lib.polyu.edu.hk/handle/200/13427-
dc.languageEnglishen_US
dc.publisherHong Kong Polytechnic Universityen_US
dc.rightsAll rights reserveden_US
dc.titleStudy of authentic craftsmanship of Hong Kong men's cheongsamen_US
dcterms.abstractCheongsam is one of the most notable Chinese traditional clothing of the last century. Menswear cheongsam has been designated as men's formal attire during the Nationalist era, which continues as one of the ceremonial attires in the 21st century. The menswear cheongsam has its unique shape and form, a classical piece of clothing filled with one-of-a-kind traditional Chinese craftsmanship. By exploring the historical and cultural development of the evolution of cheongsam, the silhouette and form of men’s cheongsam have not changed much during the years and periods.en_US
dcterms.abstractWith the traditional cheongsam-making technique listed on the National Intangible Cultural Heritage List, the alert of inheritance has been raised. With the situation that women’s cheongsam is still active as many women wear it as formal attire as well as daily wear, the men’s cheongsam is highly endangered with less attention and public awareness. With the passing away of masters and the fact that fewer young tailors are joining the industry. In addition, the craftsmanship used to rely on oral transmission and there was no written record of the detailed production process. Thus, the art of making classic and authentic men's cheongsam is lacking in both documentation and tailors. To preserve the men’s cheongsam, the whole tailoring process needs to be recorded, as well as introducing the authentic form and shape to the public.en_US
dcterms.abstractThis project aims to develop complete documentation of cheongsam craftsmanship and the tailoring process with the help of veteran masters and scholars, to alleviate the possibility of losing the unique Chinese attire.en_US
dcterms.extent84 pages : color illustrationsen_US
dcterms.isPartOfPolyU Electronic Thesesen_US
dcterms.issued2024en_US
dcterms.educationalLevelM.Phil.en_US
dcterms.educationalLevelAll Masteren_US
dcterms.LCSHQipao -- China -- Hong Kongen_US
dcterms.LCSHDressmaking -- China -- Hong Kongen_US
dcterms.LCSHCostume -- China -- Hong Kongen_US
dcterms.LCSHHong Kong Polytechnic University -- Dissertationsen_US
dcterms.accessRightsopen accessen_US

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