Top 5 distinctive features of the traditional Vietnamese Ao Dai by Viet Bao Qb - standout design elements in the Hue Festival celebrations

Becoming an indispensable name in the Vietnamese fashion scene with Ao Dai designs deeply rooted in Hue traditions yet creatively innovative, designer Dang Quoc Viet Bao has truly succeeded in sculpting the essence and spirit of the nation into the brand named Viet Bao Qb.

As a graduate in Applied Graphic Arts (2001-2006) from the University of Arts - Hue, Viet Bao, starting as an inexperienced student, embarked on a journey fueled by essential catalysts—effort, determination, learning, and perseverance. He ignited his passion and has now realized the dream of becoming a renowned Ao Dai designer, elevating the Viet Bao Qb brand to new heights.

Living passionately with the elegant Ao Dai, Viet Bao has been a prominent figure in nearly every Ao Dai festival at the Hue Festival from 2008 to the present. In recent years, he has garnered admiration for various cultural activities, including:

• Representing Hue designers at the Ao Dai festival at Van Mieu, Thang Long Imperial Citadel from 2014 to 2016
• Participating in the festival from 2008 to 2018
• Especially in 2017, being invited to showcase and perform at the APEC Vietnam Summit in late September held in Hue
• In November 2017, being invited to participate in the Vietnam Cultural Week in Australia (Melbourne)
  

Key products of the Viet Bao Qb brand include: Custom-designed Ao Dai, Ao Dai fabric, Lacquer-painted uniform Ao Dai, Hueroyal T-shirts, HueArt T-shirts, and artistic performance services (court music and dance, fashion shows).

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Viet Bao QB
Viet Bao QB Co., Ltd

• Showroom 1: 46 Nguyen Hoang, Hue
• Showroom 2: 40 Chu Van An, Hue
  
• Showroom 3: 49 Le Loi, Hue (Century Hotel foyer)

Phone: 0905 376 252

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/viet.bao.queen.bee/

Opening hours: From 7:30 am to 9:30 pm daily.

The distinctiveness of Ao Dai by Viet Bao Qb that Mytour wants to highlight is not about controversial variations seen recently with plunging necklines, high slits, or excessive off-shoulder styles that compromise the inherent charm and elegance of the Ao Dai. The true distinctiveness comes from the unique design style found only in Viet Bao's creations. These are traditional Ao Dai designs infused with the sophisticated patterns of Hue's imperial court, creating a captivating blend. It's easy to recognize the irresistible charm of these products crafted from distinctive fabrics, intricately designed patterns seamlessly combining modern dyeing technology and exquisite embroidery techniques, complemented by the support of skilled artists and traditional Ao Dai tailors.

For every Vietnamese, the Ao Dai resides deep in their subconscious, symbolizing the cultural identity to friends and international tourists. Therefore, in the name of fashion, let's not mistreat the Ao Dai, losing the pride for this beautiful, elegant, and culturally rich attire. Being contemporary without going overboard, being different without losing the essence of traditional beauty—these are the messages that Designer Viet Bao aims to convey through his designs.

Amidst the booming fashion industry and the craze for hot trends among the youth, there are still many designers in Vietnam returning to the traditional Ao Dai. Their aim is to preserve and enhance the timeless beauty of the nation's heritage, transforming the familiar Ao Dai styles from the past into something more beautiful and prominent. They ensure that the Ao Dai remains a 'cultural heritage' to be preserved and cherished. Designer Viet Bao is one of these individuals, leaving an indelible mark on the Vietnamese fashion scene with high-end Ao Dai collections. His creations, such as Dau Xua, Vong Thien Nien, Sen Trong Hoi Hoa, The World in Vietnamese Ao Dai, Hue's Gentleness, Returning to My Hometown, Peace in the Heart of the Land, Art of Lacquer and Ao Dai, Heavenly Inspiration, and HueArt, vividly express the emotions of Hue, the cultural essence of the ancient land.

For him, each Ao Dai is a vibrant painting, continuously evolving, portraying the Vietnamese woman as both graceful and enigmatic, simultaneously familiar and exotic. Laden with affection and multifaceted meanings, the Ao Dai, under the hands of Designer Viet Bao, appears tender, gentle, and deeply rooted in Vietnamese culture, aligning with his belief: ''Ao Dai is a beautiful symbol, inheriting and maintaining the elegance of this garment is a creative challenge for designers. The Ao is not just clothing; it conveys a cultural narrative, evokes golden memories, and ensures it is not forgotten in modern life. The Ao Dai is unquestionably an emblem of Vietnamese culture, representing the nation's self-esteem.''

As you know, to create a masterpiece of Ao Dai, besides the design and patterns, the material is always a top concern for designers. Of course, beauty always goes hand in hand with durability for perfection. Understanding this better than anyone else, Designer Viet Bao is meticulous in choosing fabric materials and colors for the best possible combination.

Remaining loyal to silk and satin, these are the two main materials he trusts for his designs. He also doesn't forget to incorporate the trendiest materials that many women have favored in recent years, such as lace, a touch of chiffon, or fabrics adorned with silk threads. Particularly in a recent design, he surprised many with a skillful combination, depicting the Hue's artistic beauty from a new perspective of collective art, minimalism with layering techniques, creating impressive color effects on a background of mirror chiffon, crinkled chiffon, silk blended with synthetic fibers, all strikingly remarkable.

Most of Viet Bao's designs primarily follow the classic form-fitting silhouette, combined with impressive details on the garment through intricate hand embroidery and embellishments. All of these elements make his creations akin to true works of art.

Breaking away from conventional patterns, the masterpieces of Fashion Designer Viet Bao always stand out for their creativity and constant innovation. If the collection ''Non Nuoc Huong Binh'' leaves a lasting impression by capturing the emotions of mesmerized travelers through the enchanting beauty of Hue depicted in the language of fashion and painting, the collection ''Lotus in Painting'' seems to portray the sublime beauty of lotus and ao dai, an endless source of emotions for everyone. Despite a thousand years passing by, that beauty seems inexhaustible; each day, the lotus becomes more vibrant, its fragrance sweeter, and the ao dai more noble... Especially noteworthy is the collection ''Art of Lacquer and Ao Dai,'' providing an overview of ancient folk art stories, the beauty expressed through each thread and each embroidery stitch by experienced artists, the artistic stylization of floral patterns, leaves, and contemporary color elements... presented in a lively manner. It's a heartfelt message from Fashion Designer Viet Bao that ancient art asserts its enduring value in every era, regardless of the time, and it is always preserved and maximally promoted to become a source of pride, representing a unique identity without being mixed.

For Fashion Designer Viet Bao, diversity and creativity never rest. New - old, past - present, seemingly contrasting concepts; however, if one knows how to combine them to create recognized masterpieces, that is the true success of a designer.