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A lasting impression for any visitor to Vietnam is the beauty of the women dressed in their Ao dais. nike sunglasses sale , Girls dressed in white pick their way through muddy streets going home from school or sail by in a graceful chatter on their bikes. hello kitty caps , Secretaries in delicate pastels greet you at an office door and older ladies in deep shades of purple, green or blue cut a striking pose eating dinner at a restaurant. cheap basketball jerseys ,


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The Ao dai appears to flatter every figure. prada sunglasses cheap , Its body-hugging top flows over wide trousers that brush the floor. Splits in the gown extend well above waist height and make it comfortable and easy to move in. Although virtually the whole body is swathed in soft flowing fabric, these splits give the odd glimpse of a bare midriff, making the outfit very sensual. Rapidly becoming the national costume for ladies, its development is actually very short compared to the country's history.


Ao dai in the past
Pronounced 'Ao yai' in the south, but 'Ao zai' in the north, the color is indicative of the wearer's age and status. Young girls wear pure white, fully lined outfits symbolizing their purity. As they grow older but are still unmarried they move into soft pastel shades. Only married women wear gowns in strong, rich colors, usually over white or black pants. The Ao dai has always been more prevalent in the south than the north, but austerity drives after 1975 meant it was rarely anywhere seen for a number of years as it was considered an excess not appropriate for hard work. The nineties have seen a resurgence in the Ao dai's popularity.


Ao dai in 20th century
"It has become standard attire for many office workers and hotel staff as well as now being the preferred dress for more formal occasions," says Huong, a secretary for a foreign company. "I feel proud of my heritage when I wear it. " For visitors, the pink and blue of the Vietnam Airlines uniform creates a lasting memory as they travel.


Ao dai with lotus flower
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