Many people say that residents of Hue, from the members of reputed families to ordinary traders and retailers, are always decent in their speaking and gestures. Wearing an old Ao dai (traditional long dress) torn out with time, or made with luxurious velvet or silk, Hue women always retain their gracefulness and gentleness.
The traditional Ao dai of Hue is so beautiful and romantic that it has become a topic for fashion designers to explore its beauty. Some are successful, while many fail, for the Ao dai of Hue is not something easy to renew or change.
Famous designer Minh Hanh, who has many years in designing and collecting the Ao dai, said: "If someone designs a Hue Ao dai that does not reflect a Hue style, that dress is not one of Hue ." At Festival Hue 2008, Minh Hanh and other young fashion designers presented to the public a collection entitled "Imprints of the Past". The dress is designed in the old traditional style with classical designs and imprinted with a Hue style, which fully reflects the elegance and grace of Hue women.
Recently, visitors to the central city of Hue have been attracted to áo dài designed in the traditional styles of the Huế Ancient Citadel. This new tourism product has added to the diversity of Hue tourism.
Visitors to Hue can now order a high-quality traditional áo dài as a souvenir that can be made within 24 hours. In this way, Hue’s traditional áo dài has become a keepsake of the Ancient Citadel.
