How to wear your Chinese fashion:

As for daily casual wear, in summer, you can choose some thin fabrics such as pure cotton delaine printed with little flowers, sack and yarn cloth, silk, and poplin. 

In spring and winter, there is chemical fiber or blended cloth like gleaming silk and thinner woolen cloth. 

If for formal affairs like ceremonies or performances, in summer, you should select pure silk crape de Chine, thin silk, which are soft, light and cool since it won't stick to your body. 

For spring and winter, satin and velour are the best: tapis, treasures, crape and spun gold damask.

For wearing Chinese fashion like Qipao / Cheongsam in general you should pay attention to the whole appearance: Hairstyle, jewelry, stockings, and shoes should match to the design and colour of the Qipao / Cheongsam and should be presented as an unit.