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apparel freehostiaChinese clothing Weaving technology in East Asia was based on the back strap loom that originally produced widths of cloth insufficient to cover the body. As a result, upper body garments had a center back seam where two lengths of cloth brought over the shoulder were joined. The front was left open for easy removal, but kept closed by a belt, or later, by pairs of ties. To this basic shape, sleeves of any length or width could be added, as well as extensions at the sides to increase the width of the garment. Additional fabric sewn to the front edges provided overlap for more secure closure. home.arcor.de/qipao/ To the Han Chinese, woven cloth was valued and symbolized wealth. Weaving was a time consuming process, and silk weaving was very important to the Han Chinese economy. Silk was both a source of revenue and a reward for g |