Traditional dress takes center stage in Hue’s biggest costume parade

Monday, 13:42, 09/06/2025

VOV.VN - Over 1,000 people in ancient Vietnamese costumes paraded around the Hue Imperial Citadel on June 8, capturing attention from both local and international tourists as part of activities marking the 2025 National Tourism Year.

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 1 — The event honors the beauty of the ao dai and traditional Vietnamese costumes, showcasing not only a spectacular visual display but also a strong statement on the revival of traditional dress culture in modern life.

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 2 — Residents and tourists can admire the parade along the walking route that goes through the centre of Hue city

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 3 — The parade features themed sections, led by performers from the Hue Traditional Music Theatre playing evocative court music reminiscent of a bygone royal era.

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 4 — For Hue, the “Capital of the Ao Dai”, this cultural event affirms a proud national identity that younger generations are actively embracing and promoting on the international tourism map.

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 5 — The Nhat Binh robe was traditionally worn by queens, princesses, and imperial consorts. It features a square collar, wide sleeves, and an open front without fasteners. Typically made from silk or brocade, it is embroidered with phoenixes and floral motifs. Today, the Nhật Bình is restored and worn during festivals, weddings, and traditional photoshoots.

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 6 — The parade shows the diversity and uniqueness of Vietnamese costumes

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 7 — A major highlight of the event is the royal procession and the first time Hue has seen the Nguyen Dynasty’s imperial parade vividly reenacted in public, with costumes faithfully restored based on late 19th to early 20th century records.

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 8 — The charm of ancient costumes

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 9 — The young couple’s personality comes through in their traditional costumes.

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 10 — Primary school students appear gracefully in Ao Dai as they cross the Truong Tien Bridge

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 11 — Young people in Hue royal costumes cross the Truong Tien Bridge

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 12 — Crowds of locals and tourists are lining both sides of the road, cheering as the ancient costume parade passes by. Some foreign tourists say that they have been "overwhelmed" by the scale of the event and the diversity of the ancient costumes.

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 13 — Many young people in Hue take pride in wearing the Ao Dai

traditional dress takes center stage in hue s biggest costume parade picture 14 — In the ancient capital of Hue, traditional Vietnamese costumes such as the Ao Dai and Nhat Binh return to the streets, celebrating the nation’s heritage and weaving these garments into everyday life as a vibrant part of Vietnamese culture.

Ao dai week – a cultural highlight of Hue’s summer festival

The Hue Community Ao Dai Week 2025 will take place from June 6 to 15 in the central city with various activities, including workshops, artistic and musical performances, and Ao dai shows, according to the municipal Department of Culture and Sports.

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