With a viral tweet stating, My culture is NOT your goddam prom dress, Twitter user Jeremy Lam explained that for the qipao, the traditional Chinese dress, to simply be subject to American consumerism and cater to a white audience, is parallel to colonial ideology. While you may hold the same view as Keziah that wearing a cultural garment shows appreciation for that culture, a lot of people, especially those Asian Americans of Chinese ancestry, shared Lams view that qipao is not something that can be so simply worn to prom by a non-Chinese person
Jewelry was left at home, but a cloche hat and gloves were essential
This dress has a very deep V-neck and it might be too revealing to wear it without chemise underneath
Detailed with scalloped sleeve edges, a back keyhole with a tie, subtle snap loops to secure your bra, and slip straps for thoughtful functionality, this open-knit dress is equally perfect for a summer day or night
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