Model show in Taiyanggou

On Oct 15, hundreds of professional and amateur models of all ages gathered on Taiguang Street, a famous street of Taiyanggou, known as Dalian’s "backyard garden" and famous for its autumn leaves, to offer a visual delight to visitors.

Dalian Dongfang Yinling Art Group displays qipao. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] 

The show kicked off with Dalian Dongfang Yinling Art Group’s performance. Forty-eight older models displayed qipao, evening dress and featured head-wear. 

The art group was established in 2014 and the majority of members are retired. As a public-interest group, Dongfang Yinling has offered more than 100 performances to Dalian citizens under the leadership of Zhang Fengli, director of the group.    

Models from the Lanke International Art School [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Models from the Lanke International Art School [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] 

Twenty-four professional models from the Lanke International Art School put on a make-up show, attracting crowds.

Child models at the show [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] 

Forty-four child models from four to five years old from the kindergarten of the Chinese People's Liberation Army 92538 Troop won applause with their active and confident model steps.