Fashioning Chinese Women
Empire to Modernity

Woman's ceremonial robe, China, first half of the 18th century
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York — Anonymous Gift, 1943
Fashioning Chinese Women was on view at Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Los Angeles, United States, from June 14, 2026 to October 12, 2026.
Last verified October 13, 2026 · Official source ↗
An exhibition of more than 70 garment ensembles documenting the transformation of Chinese women's dress across a century, from empire to modernity. It features pieces from Shanghai, Hong Kong, and America.
Venue
- Los Angeles County Museum of ArtLos Angeles, United States · June 14 – October 12, 2026Closed 12 Oct
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Woman's ceremonial robe, China, first half of the 18th century
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York — Anonymous Gift, 1943 · Source ↗