A trip down memory lane.
The Sam Foo.Commonly know as Samfoo (PantSuit), this type of clothing is a popular design in the 1960s. It is practical and loose-fitting that is normally worn when at home or when you're out at the market! Great to wear under a weather like Singapore!
The Samfoo could also be altered to bring out your figure and character. Match it with a Western-style handbag together with peep-toe shoes and you're ready to go on a date!
A little insight: The traditional Samfoo was worn commonly by women in the past to portray an impression of modernity. The blouse not only accentuates the slim figure of the wearer, the pants was also tight-fitting and tapered.CheongSamIt is a versatile design which could be worn for many differernt occasions. Be it wedding dinner, Chinese New Year, or even to attend functions. To bring out your feminity, wear it with large western bags or a dainty clutch.
You could also pair it with sunglasses with cat-eye plastic frame and leather pumps for that retro look.
Look at how this traditional dress has evolved!
@ Chinatown
In the 1950s to 1960s...
The Cheongsam was worn by high society and office ladies. This one piece dress was developed from robes worn by Manchu women when they came to Singapore.
And in the early 1970s, First Lady Mrs Benjamin Sheares she threw on a Western-style jacket decorated with a scalloped hem. Just like the picture below!
