Cheongsams originated nearly a century ago in Shanghai as a modern take on the Manchu dress, and remains one of the most iconic pieces of Chinese fashion. If you're getting married and looking to honor your own or fiancé's Chinese heritage, then the cheongsam or qipao can be the perfect addition as your Chinese wedding dress. East Meets Dress was inspired by our own qipao wedding dress shopping experience. We're the first modern cheongsam brand to bring Asian-American representation to the traditional wedding industry. We promise to bring more transparency, quality, and customization to cheongsam dress shopping. Our modern cheongsam dresses allow you to find the perfect cheongsam that combines your heritage with a contemporary style. We can't wait to help bring your dream qipao wedding dress to life.