New Chinese style[1][2][3] (新中式风格) or Neo-Chinese fashion[4] is a style of dressing that combines traditional Chinese elements with modern fashion that has become popular in recent years. This style retains the essence of traditional Chinese clothing while incorporating modern design concepts and elements to create a unique aesthetic and fashion trend.

The characteristics of new Chinese style include simplified traditional elements and modern cuts. For example, the traditional stand-up collar has been made simpler and more versatile in the new Chinese design for a wide range of outfits, including shirts and dresses. Plate buttons are also a classic Chinese element that has been redesigned into a more simple and modern form in the new Chinese style . In addition, the wide sleeves have been reinterpreted, retaining the traditional silhouette but with a more modern and stiff texture.[5]

The popularity of this style is not only due to its aesthetic appeal, but also reflects the younger generation's pride and identification with traditional culture. By combining traditional elements with modern clothing, they express a new fashion attitude and cultural confidence.[6]

New Chinese style is not only limited to everyday clothing, but is also widely used in a variety of occasions, from casual to formal this style can be seen. This mix-and-match style allows the wearer to display classical elegance as well as a fashion-forward sense of style through modern design elements. Overall, New Chinese style is a unique style that incorporates modern fashion elements while preserving the essence of traditional culture, and has been widely welcomed by young people and the fashion industry.[4]

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  1. ^ Choi, Christy (2024-06-17). "The latest fashion trend gripping young Chinese isn't actually new, but it's proving lucrative". CNN. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
  2. ^ 马清. "New Chinese style gives young people a cool everyday choice". www.chinadaily.com.cn. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
  3. ^ Criales-Unzueta, José (2024-04-06). "What Is "New Chinese Style"? And Everything Else You Missed From Shanghai Fashion Week". Vogue. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
  4. ^ a b "Neo-Chinese Fashion Shows That Guochao Is Here To Stay". jingdaily.com. 12 September 2022.
  5. ^ 阮峥. "新中式穿搭盛行东方美学推新". style.cctv.com. Retrieved 2024-06-23.
  6. ^ Paridon, Elsbeth van (2022-10-15). "From Neo Style to Metaverse: China Fashion Ascends To New Levels". The China Temper. Retrieved 2024-06-23.