The Ao Dai, Ao Tac, Ao Ba Ba, and other typical costumes of ethnic minorities are being approached by the young generation with a spirit of respect and creativity. They do not hesitate to innovate, combining traditional elements with modern styles, thereby creating new images, both expressing national pride and contributing to recreating and spreading traditional cultural values in the context of contemporary society.
New vitality of Vietnamese costume in the life of young people
Recently, in Ho Chi Minh City, the music event Anh trai vu ngan cong gai created a special impression when thousands of participants, especially young people, dressed in traditional costumes, setting a Guinness record for "Event with the largest number of participants wearing traditional Vietnamese costumes".
Besides the famous music event, this is also an opportunity for you to express your love for traditional culture through Vietnamese costumes. The costumes bearing the strong regional imprint, from the graceful ao dai, the elegant ao tac, to the simple ao ba ba of the river delta region or unique ethnic costumes have crystallized and shined together. The event has become a colorful cultural picture, affirming the solidarity and national pride of the young generation.
Many students and youth union members like Nong Kim Mai (21 years old, Thu Duc City), wearing Tay ethnic costumes, shirts dyed with indigo, proudly introduced their ethnic culture to everyone, creating special moments of cultural exchange.
Besides the creativity in combining outfits, many people have added accessories to create extremely unique outfits, highlighting their personality and creativity.
Some other young people chose the earliest flight from Australia, Canada, Korea, Japan,... to return to Vietnam, immersing themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the concert night 3 Brothers overcoming thousands of obstacles.
An overseas Vietnamese shared: “The program is really special to me. This is an opportunity for us to return to Vietnam to join in the festive atmosphere, both jubilant and warm. In particular, when I saw my peers wearing traditional Vietnamese costumes, I was moved to tears. This is sacred to us, awakening the cultural identity that has always been hidden in our blood.”
Also during the past weekend, young people in Ho Chi Minh City had the opportunity to participate in a cultural event called “Green Hair and Ao Dai” at the University of Social Sciences and Humanities (Ho Chi Minh City National University).
This is a major cultural festival, held annually, where young people experience and learn about traditional Vietnamese costumes through the ages. Here, Ao Nhat Binh, Ao Tac, Giao Linh, Vien Linh, Ngu Than… are displayed and recreated in their original beauty, helping visitors better understand the aesthetic and historical value of each costume.
Not only Vietnamese students, international students, tourists and diplomatic agencies also attended, creating a jubilant atmosphere, diverse in traditional colors and spreading international character.
The special feature of this year's "Blue Hair and Ao Dai" event is the participation of more than 30 exhibitors and 40 cultural practitioners from all three regions of the country.
These activities have created a space for connecting generations and people who love national culture. In addition, visitors can freely wear traditional costumes to take photos and immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the festival.
The return journey of a cultural heritage in contemporary life
Notably, Vietnamese traditional costumes have also become an indispensable part of international cultural activities. The Ho Chi Minh City Youth Festival - Youth Fest 2025 took place at the Youth Cultural House, attracting the participation of many young people at home and abroad.
International students, who have a special love for the culture of the S-shaped strip of land, dressed in Vietnamese costumes to participate and learn about Vietnam's cultural heritage.
This is proof that national costumes are becoming a strong cultural bridge, reaching beyond territorial boundaries and reaching international friends.
Associate Professor, Dr. Le Thi Ngoc Diep, President of the University Council of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, expressed: In recent years, with the passion for research of organizations and groups, especially young people, the five-panel ao dai has gradually revived and become known to the public as a typical form of Vietnamese clothing.
The "Green Hair and Ao Dai" festival has attracted thousands of spectators over the years to participate and experience, and has truly become a festival honoring traditional culture, continuing the legacy of our ancestors.
According to Ms. Le Thi Ngoc Diep, through the program, the school hopes to spread more positive things, inspire today's generation about the cultural values of the nation, thereby evoking a spirit of love, motivation to learn and spread to young people to preserve and promote traditional values.
It can be seen that the youth have been doing a very good job of preserving, conserving and spreading the good traditional values of the nation. They not only demonstrate a deep understanding of Vietnamese cultural characteristics, but also maintain their own identity, not being lost in the modern flow.
In addition to preserving historical values, the story of restoring the traditional Ao Dai, especially the Ao Ngu Than, is becoming increasingly stronger. A large number of young artists and singers have contributed significantly to spreading this movement, helping the cultural values of our ancestors to be more widely disseminated and meaningful.
Looking at events such as Anh trai vu ngan cong gai , Toc xanh vap ao, or Youth Fest 2025, it can be seen that young people are making positive changes in approaching, loving and honoring traditional cultural values.
Traditional Vietnamese costumes are no longer strange to young people but have become an important part of cultural activities, a way for them to express pride in their national heritage.
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