The exhibition “Vietnamese Women’s Ao Dai Through the Flames of War” opened on April 12 at the Hanoi Museum, featuring more than 100 rare documents, artifacts, and photos highlighting the ao dai worn by heroic Vietnamese women—from the battlefield to international forums and conferences.
Recently, young Vietnamese designers have been trying various ways to revitalize the traditional ao dai through creative designs and striking collections. They skillfully blend traditional cultural values with modern styles, creating fresh adaptations that preserve the essence of this national garment.
During a recent cultural event hosted by the Embassy of Vietnam in Washington D.C, the spouses of ambassadors from ASEAN countries in the US showcased the elegance of the Vietnamese “ao dai”, the country’s traditional long dress.
The cultural identity as well as the image of a beautiful and peaceful nation of Vietnam have been introduced to international friends during an international festival held in Borgomanero district of Italy’s Piemonte region.
Fifty Vietnamese Ao dai (long gown) sets of Love Collection brand for both adults and children opened Segment ONE of the House of iKons Fashion Week 2023 on February 18, drawing the attention from not only designers but also fashion magazines in the United Kingdom (UK).
Ao dai (Vietnamese traditional dress) brings out the elegance and strength of Vietnamese women, and it always leaves a strong impression on Russians, said Vera Mazhirina, a Russian journalist and photographer.
With the aim of further promoting Vietnam’s traditional outfit, the “ao dai”, among international friends and honouring its value while assisting in the compilation of a dossier on recognising the traditional Hue ao dai as a national intangible cultural heritage, Thua Thien-Hue province has been working hard to raise awareness about the outfit through a series of different events.
The Vietnamese culture has impressed visitors at the 10th International Friendly Cultures Fair, which opened at Zocalo square in Mexico City, Mexico, on April 14.
Vietnamese Ao dai (traditional long dress)’s glamour was brought closer to international friends through a stellar show jointly held by the Vietnamese Embassy in the Republic of Korea and the Korea Foundation for International Culture Exchange (KOFICE) on August 30.
