What That Dress Symbolized
The tweet didn’t end there… Jeremy Lam used the platform to explain why he was so enraged. In fact, the qipao began as a formless gown and over time evolved into into a symbol of female empowerment. Lam explained “In a time where Asian women were silenced they were able to create not only a piece of art but a symbol of activism…This piece of clothing embraced femininity, confidence and gender equality through its beautiful, eye-catching appearance”.
What That Dress Symbolized
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