The Changes of Women's Dress and Role in Southern Jiangsu Since the Reform and Opening Up
Clothing serves as a tangible history we wear,and since the reform and opening-up,the attire of women in Southern Jiangsu has undergone a profound metamorphosis,transitioning from a phase of"subverting tradition in pursuit of novelty"to"returning to rationality and bodily identity."This evolution now trends toward characteristics of"diverse individuality and a revival of Chinese aesthetics,"encapsulating the societal changes within our nation.Through case studies and literature review,this study systematically elucidates the patterns of women's attire evolution in Southern Jiangsu since the reform,analyzing the shifts in female roles that accompany these changes.This reflects the evolution of female roles towards equal status,diverse personalities,and gender role reconstruction in the context of China's comprehensive political,economic,and social development,as well as a significant increase in overall national strength.