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Note the sleek updo and black strappy stilettos: the styling is as intentional as the dress itself

Though the word "qipao" (Mandarin for "banner robe" or "flag robe") was typically used in Northern China and "cheongsam" (Cantonese for "long dress") was the term used in Southern China, today, they're used interchangeably

As someone who principally loves fashion for its self-expression, for its ability to speak for its wearer and tell the world how that person is feeling, I am always reluctant to tell anyone how to dress or enforce any rules

This dress is fully lined to guarantee comfort

One comment reflected this sentiment: For a destination wedding, I felt it was only right to pay for major expenses. Several readers emphasised that brides should consider covering as much as possible because of the additional costs involved in destination weddings

Some scholars suggest that as daywear has become more relaxed over time, it has allowed for the nightgown to be repurposed into different styles people wear every day