Asian countries are known for their rich and diverse cultures with different languages, traditions, food preferences, and ...

A symbol of women's liberation gets a modern twist Like Pei, Cheryl Leung draws on Chinese tradition through her fashion label, Sau Lee. "I was really just inspired by my upbringing in Hong Kong ...

The history of traditional Japanese women’s clothing has one culturally important piece at its core: kimono. A robe-like garment in an elegant shape, the kimono has dazzled many with its intricate ...

Dress: The neck design is inspired by the kimono, with Western-style (European haute couture) hand embroidery on Nishijin fabric. Japan BrandVoice. To learn more about Women’s Empowerment, click ...

As the Japanese economy began to recover, women were quick to abandon the monpe farming pants they’d worn during the war in favor of dresses, which largely replaced kimonos as everyday attire.