Women in the capital city look graceful in traditional ao dai dresses.

These days, in many offices, agencies, gardens, and on the streets of the capital, it's not difficult to spot women and young girls gracefully dressed in the ao dai, a distinctive cultural symbol of Vietnam.

Everyone's faces beamed with joy as they wore traditional ethnic costumes to participate in the "Ao Dai Week" launched by the Central Committee of the Vietnam Women's Union and the " Hanoi Ao Dai Month" launched by the Hanoi City Women's Union from March 1st to 15th, 2026.

This is a significant event commemorating the 116th anniversary of International Women's Day (March 8, 1910 - March 8, 2026), aiming to preserve and promote the cultural heritage value of the ao dai (Vietnamese traditional dress) in modern life, as well as to honor the graceful, elegant, and civilized beauty of women in Hanoi.

Teachers and students of Nghia Tan Primary School (Nghia Do ward) participate in the "Ao Dai Week".

Women from Kien Hung ward, dressed in traditional ao dai, participate in a competition to learn about the law.

Women in Ung Thien commune gather information about candidates for the election of National Assembly and People's Council representatives at all levels.

Officials of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of Hanoi confidently wear the traditional ao dai dress at work.

Women from Phu Xuyen commune showcase the traditional ao dai dress.

Introducing the "Green Flower Garden 2026" model by women in Da Phuc commune.

Two radiant young women stroll along a street lined with bauhinia flowers in Ba Dinh ward.

Source: https://hanoimoi.vn/phu-nu-thu-do-thuot-tha-trong-ta-ao-dai-truyen-thong-736887.html