Women Showcase Tradition and Grace at Int'l Chinese Qipao Beauty Pageant

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The International Chinese Qipao Beauty Pageant took place in Taipei on Thursday night, showcasing the grace and elegance of women wearing the traditional dresses.

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00:00They are beauty, they are grace, classic qipaos they embrace.

00:07These women are showcasing their unique dresses and charm at the International Chinese Qipao

00:12Beauty Pageant held in Taipei.

00:17The qipao, a symbol of Chinese culture and timeless elegance, is a traditional dress

00:22that traces its origins back to the 1920s in Shanghai.

00:50Now in its fifth year, the event celebrates the cultural significance and enduring beauty

00:55of the qipao, personified by women from across Asia.

01:00Eighteen women, aged 30 to 70, from Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore and Malaysia, united in

01:07a dazzling contest of beauty and tradition.

01:29Different from previous years, this night brings an exciting twist, with the introduction

01:34of a creative qipao theme, encouraging contestants to don uniquely designed dresses.

01:42Among the participants, one stands out, 70-year-old Lin Yun-Yi, the oldest woman taking the stage.

02:12Contestants took home a variety of titles, including Best Costume, Best Smile and Most

02:27Popular.

02:28While only three women won the different age category crowns, it's clear that this event

02:33is not just about winning, but more about showing the grace and beauty of each contestant

02:37and their qipao.

02:38Patrick Chen and Sunny Chi in Taipei for Taiwan Plus.

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