The procession consisted of women, children, teenagers, the elderly... wearing traditional Vietnamese costumes from many periods such as Ao Vien Linh, Giao Linh, Ao Tac, Nhat Binh, Ngu Than, Ao Dai, Ao Yem, to modern designs, parading past symbols of London such as Big Ben clock tower, Trafalgar Square, London Eye...
Most of the event participants shared the same feelings of emotion and pride. “Today, wearing the ao dai with the red flag and yellow star and standing in front of Trafalgar Square to take photos with the Vietnamese community, that was a moment of great pride and truly emotional for me!”, Ms. Hoa Mai shared.
“Born as children of red blood and yellow skin, we are so happy to wear the clothes of our ancestors. Vietnamese costume is not just clothing, but culture, the bloodline that connects us to our roots. These moments will always be in our hearts!”, said Ms. Jennifer Tran, living in London.
The appearance of the Vietnamese costume group not only attracted the attention of the Vietnamese community but also made British people and international tourists stop to look, ask questions, express admiration and ask to take photos together. This is a clear demonstration of the appeal of Vietnamese culture in the hearts of international friends.
This July event is part of the "Vietnamese Traditional Costume" series of activities in the UK in 2025, which is held periodically to spread Vietnamese cultural values to the world .
Previously, in April, the Vietnamese Streetwear program successfully opened in St Paul's, London, leaving a strong impression on the community and the media. This July program has been expanded in scale, diversified in costumes and attracted many generations of Vietnamese people to participate.
Next September, the programme will continue at two iconic locations: Battersea Power Station – a creative, artistic and business space that preserves the past and connects the present, and the Palace of Westminster .
The atmosphere of the event was not only brilliant because of the colorful costumes, but also warm because of the bonding between generations when from children to the elderly, everyone walked together in traditional costumes.
“We were moved to see grandparents, parents, and children wearing traditional costumes, expressing Vietnamese identity in the heart of London. The love for the homeland has never faded – but has grown over the years in a foreign land,” said Ms. Hoang Ha, Head of the Organizing Committee.
Source: https://nhandan.vn/trinh-dien-viet-phuc-tren-duong-pho-london-post893059.html
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