Silk, Ramie Ao Dai collections make debut at fashion event

The event is part of “Ao Dai – Vietnamese Cultural Heritage” which has been launched by the Vietnam Women’s Union with the primary aim of honouring the cultural value of Ao Dai.

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A designer spends plenty of time creating an Ao Dai collection which is made up of from silk to bring comfort to people.

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The show also aims to raise public awareness and responsibility towards preserving and promoting Ao Dai, the national costume. The outfit is widely regarded as a key part of national cultural heritage, according to the organisers of the event.

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Fifteen designers introduce 15 Ao Dai collections inspired by the different cultural aspects of 15 countries worldwide.

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The patterns represent different cultures of each respective country.

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Each outfit features a famous architectural site from across the globe.

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Designer Hue Nhi of Can Tho city opens the show with a collection demonstrating numerous Vietnamese patterns.

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The event also sees Indian culture shown through an Ao Dai collection by Ngoc Han, Miss Vietnam 2010 and now a designer. In addition, German architectural sites can be seen on the outfits by designer Lan Huong.