Is there a proper name for a kung fu uniform?

[parkerlineage]

I know my karate uniform is called a gi. Is there a specific name for the kung fu uniform (jacket, pants, sash)?

[Samuel]

Im intrested in this thread now, I went on a google search for a name for the "Kung Fu Uniform"

Theres nothing about it at all, its just reffered to as the "Kung Fu Uniform" in all contexts I read.

I have my suspicion that it hasnt been given a name like the "Karate Uniform" is called a Gi/Kaikogi

[WudangDragon]

Im actually ashamed to say I can't bring a name for a Kung Fu Uniform to mind. . . . .

I dont think it has a chinese name. . . .

[pocketcoffee]

There is no such thing as a kung fu uniform. The thing you are sometimes asked to wear in a chinese martial arts class is a modern reproduction of old chinese clothing and as such, there is no name for that. It was just normal everyday clothing.

[Kajukenbopr]

i did not know that...

[lordtariel]

Interesting, but makes sense.

[parkerlineage]

Yes, it does. Thank you all very much. Very interesting...

[P.A.L]

I also asked my girl friend she said no, they practice with their normal clothesing.

[pocketcoffee]

Which is exactly why I'm always a little bit suspicious of Kung Fu schools insisting that you buy the baggy black trousers and insisting you wear a white t-shirt. In Hong Kong, I trained in shorts and what-ever t-shirt I was wearing that day.

[yireses]

Japanese = Gi = Kimono

Chinese = Xunlian Fu