When Taiwan was incorporated into China during the Qing dynasty (1644–1912), Taiwan was subjected to the same dress regulations as the rest of China .For example specific types of dress and colors are worn at specific times. There are three main types of Chinese traditional clothing: the pien-fu, the ch'ang-p'ao, and the shen-i

Pien-fu



The pien-fu is an ancient ceremonial costume. It consists of two pieces- a tunic like top that extends to the knee, and a skirt which is ankle length. There is also a very unique piece, called the pen, which is a cylindrical ceremonial cap worn with the pien-fu.

Ch'ang-p'ao



The Ch'ang-p'ao or long robe is a one-piece garment that reaches from the shoulders down to the heels. It is a traditional dress for women and is often made in silky fabrics with elaborate embroidery


Shen-i



The shen-i falls somewhere between the pien-fu and the long robe in its construction. The shen-i was made in two sections, tunic and skirt, much like the pien-fu; but the two were sewn together, so it is similar to the long robe in appearance. Upon close examination, however, it more closely resembles the pien-fu because of its very large cut and deep folds, which draped generously over the body. This is, in fact, the origin of its name, which literally means "deep clothing." The shen-i was the most widely worn of the three different types; it was the "Sunday best" of the common people, and moderately formal attire for government officials and scholars, appropriate for both men of letters and warriors.