Abstract: In studying the decoration artistic form of our national traditional cultureChinese knot,the traditional knot technique,we divide the evolution history of Chinese knot into two stagesancient times to Republic of China and modern times and investigate the cultural and artistic value of the Chinese knot for apparel and adornment in different historical stages.Its expression forms and characteristics in traditional and modern clothing including adornments and accessories are highlighted.It points out clearly that the Chinese knot is unique decorative element inherent in the Chinese traditional culture,having extraordinary nationality feature in decorating the clothing and its application.Supposedly,we can get some inspirations from it for the modern clothing design and product development.