What is special about ao dai?

What is special about ao dai?

Ao Dai is the traditional costume of Vietnamese people which is really well-known around the world. In Vietnam, Ao Dai is not only a kind of clothes, but it also holds the soul of Vietnamese people, especially Vietnamese women.

What does ao dai translate to?

long
Áo translates as shirt. Dài means “long”. The term can be used to describe any clothing attire that consists of a long tunic, such as “nhật bình”. The word ao dai was originally applied to the outfit worn at the court of the Nguyễn Lords at Huế in the 18th century.

What is Vietnamese traditional dance called?

The lion-dragon dance is one of the most popular traditional dances throughout Vietnam. It is a street folk dance originating from China, often performed during festivals, especially the Chinese New Year and the Mid-Autumn Festival, as these three animals symbolize Prosperity, longevity, and happiness.

Where did the ao dai originate?

For 300 years now, the ao dai has been a symbol of Vietnamese femininity. Since that time, however, it has evolved. The concept was birthed in southern Vietnam in the early 1700s during the reign of Nguyen Phuc Khoat, a lord who ruled over this part of the country.

Can I wear an ao dai?

Ao Dai is a traditional Vietnamese costume. People wear Ao Dai with trousers, overhanging from the neck to the knees. Both men and women can wear it. However, now there are commonly more women wearing it than man do.

Why is ao dai red?

Áo dài colours Red áo dài are worn during Tết for luck and prosperity. Brides and grooms may also wear red on their wedding day, so it’s a good idea to come in a different colour if you’re a guest.

Who made ao dai?

director Thai Truc Nha
In the 1950s, the popularity of corsets made “ao dai chit eo” (ao dai with waspy waist) with high collars fashionable in showing off curves. In 1958, director Thai Truc Nha invented ao dai with boat necks, helping women show off their shoulders and feel more comfortable.

What fabric is ao dai made of?

Traditional Ao Dai are usually made from blended silk chiffon fabrics. As chiffon is so thin and sheer, two layers of fabric are used so it is not see-through. Modern Ao are often made of stretch cotton, silk brocade, linen etc. Both styles of Ao Dai can include embroidery, beading or hand-painted designs.

When did ao dai appear?

Although the origin of ao dai has not been clearly known, historians agreed that ao dai appeared in Vietnam in the early common era. The first Vietnamese women wearing ao dai were believed to be the Trung sisters (Hai Ba Trung) (AD 40-43), the first two female generals of Vietnam.