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April 30th 2021
Published: January 8th 2008
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The Vietnamese traditional dress, "Áo Dài", is one of the most elegant and beautiful dresses for women. It’s very simple, consisting of a close-fitting blouse, with long panels in the front and back, that is worn over loose white trousers. As a Vietnamese girl who loves to travel abroad, sometimes I bring an Áo Dài to travel with me. Whenever I wear it, my Áo Dài always attracts friendly l... Read Full Entry



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The Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand The Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand
The Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand

I visited the Grand Palace twice and on both visits I wore Áo Dài.
Military Museum in HanoiMilitary Museum in Hanoi
Military Museum in Hanoi

At the Military Museum in Hanoi, there is a famous photo of a north Vietnamese girl towing wreckage of the US B52 bomber. It was taken in the early 1970s during the American war. You can see the same star on the photo and on the wreckage.
Sydney Harbor Bridge - July 2013Sydney Harbor Bridge - July 2013
Sydney Harbor Bridge - July 2013

I traveled in Australia for 3 months (from June to September 2013).
That Ing Hang stupa, Savannakhet, LaosThat Ing Hang stupa, Savannakhet, Laos
That Ing Hang stupa, Savannakhet, Laos

I brought a Vietnamese lantern from Huế city to Savannakhet for taking photos. Then I presented it to a Vietnamese family in Laos, as they invited me to the lunar new year party at their house. (January 2009)
Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam
Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam

Next to me is a flag with words "Ha Long Bay - World Wonder of Nature".
Phù Lãng Pottery VillagePhù Lãng Pottery Village
Phù Lãng Pottery Village

It was drizzling when this shot was taken in Phù Lãng Pottery Village, Bắc Ninh province, northern Vietnam in March 2009. You can see the Cầu river in the background.
The lotus lake in HanoiThe lotus lake in Hanoi
The lotus lake in Hanoi

The man, who rows the small boat with a pole, is the owner of this lotus lake. You can see his tent on the lake. June to August is the lotus season in Hanoi. I am holding lotus flowers in my hand.
Bhaktapur, Nepal - April 2009 Bhaktapur, Nepal - April 2009
Bhaktapur, Nepal - April 2009

View of Dattatraya square in Bhaktapur city, Nepal.
An Thới port, Phú Quốc island, VietnamAn Thới port, Phú Quốc island, Vietnam
An Thới port, Phú Quốc island, Vietnam

This fishing port is the southernmost point of Phú Quốc island in the southernmost region of Vietnam (near Cambodia) - December 2010.
The most famous mosque in Brunei The most famous mosque in Brunei
The most famous mosque in Brunei

The Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque was built in 1958 in Bandar Seri Begawan, capital of Brunei Darussalam. This is one of the most beautiful mosques in the world. It's also very famous for the golden dome and special architecture.
Authaya - ThailandAuthaya - Thailand
Authaya - Thailand

Authaya is located about 86km north of Bangkok. It was the capital of Siam kingdom from 1350 to 1767. At present, Authaya ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cyclos in HanoiCyclos in Hanoi
Cyclos in Hanoi

Two cyclos in front of an old French building, which was built in the early 20th century in Hanoi.
Flying Áo DàiFlying Áo Dài
Flying Áo Dài

Áo Dài is most charming when it's flying in the wind. This photo was taken at the Flag Tower in the Old Citadel of Hanoi.
At the Thành Chương's Viet Palace At the Thành Chương's Viet Palace
At the Thành Chương's Viet Palace

Outside an old traditional house at the Thành Chương's Viet Palace, 35km away from Hanoi's center.
At the door of a Dzao ethnic minority houseAt the door of a Dzao ethnic minority house
At the door of a Dzao ethnic minority house

On my trip to the North West mountain region of Vietnam in October 2012, I was invited to a wedding party of the Dzao ethnic minority people in Sìn Hồ district, Lai Châu province.



11th January 2008

Ao Dai
Chào em, your photos of the Ao Dai are beautiful - they make me very homesick for Viet Nam! I spend most of my time in Hoi An - returning to Australia only long enough to earn some money! You have certainly travelled far & wide! What do you do for the company? Safe travelling. Mai.
12th January 2008

Thank you
Thank you for your comment on my Ao Dai photos. I have been working in the construction industry with the Japanese for many years. I can speak English and Japanese, and used to travel in Japan on business in 2004. I'm still new to blog technique and hope to write some travel stories about the countries that I visited and share experiences with other bloggers.
15th July 2008

wonderful
Hi, I just came across your site when searching for images of girls in ao dai. Having lived in Vietnam for 15 years I still find the ao dai the most attractive and graceful dress on this planet. Nothing compares to it and it is pleasing to see someone such as yourself travelling the world showcasing this wonderful dress. I can understand the need for young women to wear western style dress these days but perhaps they do not realise that they all look their most beautiful when wearing an ao dai. For me, the ao dai, is the single most beautiful vision of Vietnam and it should be universally recognised as the dress that brings Vietnam's culture to the world. Thanks. Paul
23rd October 2008

Beautiful pics
Beautiful pics, sceneries and model. You are lucky to have a good photographer. Keep on traveling and keep taking those pics with your ao dai. Best Wishes.
1st March 2009

The Áo Dài is so simple yet so elegant - absolutely gorgeous! Regards Lorenza
19th March 2009

You have a beautiful collection of Ao Dai
You really have nice collection of Ao Dai. I love the accessoires you've used with them, pe the red one with a paper fan in HaLong bay. The violet one at Heaven Gate in Sapa has wonderful colour. One of my favorites is the white one at the Lotus Lake: it is just so pure. Hope to see your new blog soon.
16th August 2009

Your Áo Dài photos are very beautiful as is Vietnam.
13th September 2009

Lovely
Hi, I am an American who lived in the Philippines for eight years with my family. I collect Barbie dolls of the world and when I can't find a national custume represented then I sew one. I was looking for images of vietnam and came across your site. Lovely pictures- and your dresses are beautiful. I am going to try to sew two without patterns so wish me luck! Thank You
16th September 2009

My favorite ao dai
September 15th 2009 Van Nguyen Hi, I really love your pics on the site.Ao dai is the most beautiful dress for the Vietnamese's girls and women.When you wear aodai on, you have your own personality.It is not only secretly attractive but also very sexy .And the views are the most beautiful as well.I wish i could see some pics of ao dai from 55 to 60 year old ladies.Thank
17th October 2009

Trip to Vietnam
Having just come back from my first trip to Vietnam I have to say I think your national dress Áo Dai is one of the most beautiful and elegant costumes I have every seen. I only wish now I had got one made for myself as I think they would be most comfortable to wear for any body shape although they do look very good on the slim Vietnamese women. I love your country and hope to get back one day soon as Thypoon Ketsanaprevented us from getting to Halong Bay and Hoi An Happy travelling Sandy
22nd October 2009

ao dai
preety dress cute rox fantastic cool lovely fashion nice colours
2nd January 2010

Beautifull Vietnam
Vietnam is a beautifull Country with many kinds of natural beauty, and very friendly beautifull people. I would like to visit Vietnam, and make many friends. and also see if there is some way I can contribute to helping Vietnamese people have an even better standard of living.
19th February 2010

nho nha
cho chi I am 15 and still going to school watching this makes me really miss vietnam I left vietnam and my dad since I was 2 I went back their once in 2002 for 2 weeks this really makes me miss the long beatiful ao dai of vietnam i really miss vietnam
23rd February 2010

beautiful!
Thanks for posting the pictures. I've never been to Vietnam but I hope to travel there sometime in the future!
24th March 2010

awesome!
the vietnamese dress is very lovely!!
26th March 2010

thank you i needed imformation for my vietnamese clothing project
31st March 2010

hello
you're very beautiful, traveller :)
10th April 2010

Beautiful..xx
these dresses are beautiful! they are very pretty! Layce xxx P.S. we got the Savannakhet Laos!
29th July 2010

I miss VietNam so much
Thank you, You are so beautiful in ao dai. I live in France for a long time and I miss so much Vietnam and Ao dai. I had only one occasion to wear white Ao dai in France when I presented my project. At that day, every people in my school told me that "so elegant, you are going to a marriage ?", I only told that 'in Vietnam, it is a uniform to go to school, and I want to take advantage this occasion to wear vietnamese uniforme". As you know that Ao dai is so elegant and I am a his fan
1st September 2010
Mỹ Sơn Holy Land in Central Vietnam

Nice travel story
Hi, Very interesting story about your travel. Keep up with your travel and tour interest. U should also travel to Bhutan. Bhutan is really beautiful and I am sure you will like it. Get in touch with me. Cheers Karma
2nd September 2010

You are very good person
the world see how Vietnam Aoi Dai is very beautiful, thank you for you kindess Aoi Dai dressing is good culture, you work and work as Vietnam Model present just in special occasion only, city has move with modernity, Vietnam good culture because at present in city such as Ho Chi Minh City ordinary people wear Aoi Dai i would like Vietnam promotes more Aoi Dai dress in society as well in school city
5th November 2010

very nice all your photos,i love so much.i buy one for my friend she look so nice in it. By the way im in Trinidad and Tobago.
23rd November 2010

Brought back memories of a wonderful trip
I really enjoyed your stunning pictures - I travelled to Vietnam with my family - children aged 10 and 11 - we had a wonderful time - it was a very welcoming experience and we loved your country. We very proudly climbed Fansipan, the highest mountain in Indo-China -
5th January 2011
Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam - June 2008

wonderfull
i really have a great appreciate with a vietnam girls whom were wear their traditional outfit.really look so beautifull.i live in South Korea and sometimes i saw her on subway or other place.and it make me"hmm i hope someday have a time to go to vietnam ^^" and i'm Indonesian..
18th March 2011

I absolutely love the Vietnamese dresses they are so feminine and beautiful, would love to be able to buy one
27th March 2011
An Thới port, Phú Quốc island, Vietnam

Wow!
Wow! These pictures are amazing!... All 105 of them!
7th April 2011

Love it, dream it
It is unable to compare, love it, I can only feel the love of it I can not put it into words. I am so proud of it. Keep on the good job Chao If any one want to share stories please come to http://loikeugoi.blogspot.com
25th May 2011

Nice to meet you!
Your blog is very nice! :x
4th July 2011

Beautiful
I love the blog and the idea of keeping the photos of dresses together ;-) I admire the fact that you wear them when travelling as well - very elegant and beautiful.
23rd January 2012

love it.
It's a beautiful dress, I love ALL your national dresses, thank you for sharing. Great photos and interesting writing. http://aprettylife13.blogspot.com/
7th February 2012
Special Áo Dài

Special Ao Dai
All your photos are amazingly beautiful...thank you for sharing these with the world ! Namaste'....
10th June 2012
The Taj Mahal - India

You look beatiful :) I like ao dai, they are elegant yet so flexible.
10th March 2013

i love viet nam
i love vietnam i love vietnam
17th September 2013

Hello Red River,
This is Kent Converse. Do you remember me? I am going to VN sometime in Dec. I am bringing my Grandson. We will be in the Vietnam area for six months. I hope you will let me and my Grandson Wes treat you to dinner when we get to Hanoi. Your effort, cleverness with the Ao Dai story was amazing. I am going to read all your blogs, study them before and when I visit parts of the world, you have written about. Take care, Kent
8th December 2013
Trấn Quốc Pagoda in Hanoi

Could you please give me the phonetic pronununciation of Ao Dai,You and it both are just simply beautiful.
5th January 2015
Museum of Ethnology in Hanoi

Beautiful photographs.
Hello Ha. I haven't had time as yet to read all blogs but the photographs are simply stunning. Thank you for sharing your beautiful blog site with me.
29th September 2016

Original travel
Merci beaucoup pour cet article très intéressant ! On n'omet trop les codes vestientaires dans la culture mais sa a une place importante surtout dans les pays asiatique ! ON apprend beaucoup de chose grâce à votre site en général donc félicitation ! vietnam authentique
3rd May 2018

The most beautiful and feminine National dress for women in the world

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