Performing Ao Dai abroad: Spreading Vietnamese cultural heritage to the world

Recently, in San Jose, California (USA), designer Do Trinh Hoai Nam collaborated with silk flower artisan Minnie Uyen Thai to introduce the Ao Dai collection "Tu Binh Hoa Lua" within the framework of the Ao Dai Exhibition & Fashion Show. The event is not only an important milestone celebrating 30 years in the designer's career, but also an opportunity to promote the heritage of Vietnamese Ao Dai, a unique cultural symbol of the nation, to international friends.

Designer Do Trinh Hoai Nam and artisan Minnie Uyen Thai (right) introduce the collection “Four vases of silk flowers”, affirming the position of Vietnamese ao dai on the international stage. Photo: Organizing Committee.

The Ao Dai Exhibition & Fashion Show “Tu Binh Hoa Lua” in San Jose is the first event in a series of activities to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Do Trinh Hoai Nam brand. This collection continues the journey of promoting Ao Dai, a symbol of Vietnamese cultural beauty, to international friends. The designs in the collection are created from the delicate combination of high-quality SVF silk material and Flora Haven handmade silk flower art by artisan Minnie Uyen Thai. This collection not only shows the endless creativity of Vietnamese culture through every detail of Ao Dai.

The collection “Four vases of silk flowers” ​​is a sophisticated combination of high-quality SVF silk material and Flora Haven handmade silk flower art, demonstrating the creativity of designer Do Trinh Hoai Nam. Photo: BTC

The event has impressed the domestic and international fashion community. The event space has helped Vietnamese Ao Dai shine. Ao Dai is not only a costume but also a cultural representative, a connection between the past and the present, between tradition and modernity, which has been spreading strongly in the world.

Vietnamese Ao Dai shines on the international stage, affirming the timeless beauty and unique cultural value of the traditional national costume. Photo: Organizing Committee

Supermodel Element shows off her radiant beauty in the “Four Silk Flower Vase” ao dai design. Photo: BTC

The “Tu Binh Hoa Silk” collection is inspired by 30 typical flower species that grow in Vietnam. Each design is crafted from high-quality SVF silk combined with double-sided painting, printing, and embroidery techniques and Flora Haven handmade silk flower art. Each layer of soft silk and each delicately embroidered petal is meticulously processed, creating a luxurious and charming visual effect, reflecting the creative spirit of Vietnamese designers.

The event not only gathered international models from the US and Europe. Under the direction of director Do Bao Ngoc, the collection showed deep respect for Vietnamese cultural values. Ao dai was not only performed but also became a symbol of Vietnamese culture reaching out to the world , carrying national pride.

Director Do Bao Ngoc skillfully led the collection, helping "Tu Binh Hoa Lua" touch the hearts of the audience. Photo: BTC

The perfect combination of tradition and modernity in the collection “Four Silk Flower Vases” demonstrates the strength of Vietnamese culture on the international stage.

The Ao Dai Exhibition & Fashion Show “Tu Binh Hoa Lua” is one of the special events in the series of activities to promote Vietnamese culture internationally by designer Do Trinh Hoai Nam. The journey to promote the Ao Dai heritage will continue to be organized by the designer from November 2025 to March 2026, contributing to honoring and preserving the traditional cultural values ​​of the Vietnamese people.

Source: https://hanoimoi.vn/trinh-dien-ao-dai-tai-nuoc-ngoai-lan-toa-di-san-van-hoa-viet-nam-ra-the-gioi-723774.html