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Shopping for \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em><\/b><\/h2>\n
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Tet<\/strong>, or the lunar new year in Vietnam, is something you’ll want to prepare for at least a few weeks in advance. That’s because the most important task is to find the perfect \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/strong>,<\/em> so you look your best when you visit your relatives.<\/span><\/p>\n

While some people prefer a traditional \u00e1o d\u00e0i\u00a0– where there\u2019s a figure-hugging silhouette, calf-length panels of fabric on the front and back, and ankle-length pants worn underneath the tunic – others like a modern<\/span> interpretation with tweaks to these features.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

No matter which camp you\u2019re in, we\u2019ve rounded the best \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em> brands in Saigon<\/strong> here to save you some time and energy in your search for the perfect Lunar New Year outfit.<\/p>\n\n

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1. KINZU – formal, sensual and flattering<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\n<\/span><\/i>Image credit: <\/span>\u00c1o d\u00e0i KINZU by Ph\u1ea1m S\u0129 To\u00e0n<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

KINZU<\/b>\u2019s \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em><\/span>\u00a0is reminiscent of the 1960s look, with a waspy waist that<\/span> highlights a woman\u2019s curves.<\/span> KINZU is also the favorite brand of many Vietnamese celebrities, including Tr\u00e1c Th\u00fay Mi\u00eau, Li\u00eau H\u00e0 Trinh,<\/em> and other beauty queens.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The tailors are renowned for their superior workmanship and they source their tailoring materials mainly from Korea. Everything is made-to-measure here – you can customise everything from the collar to how long you want the panels to be –\u00a0 <\/span>so be sure to visit the shop at least 2 to 3 weeks before Tet to get your measurements done<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: \u00c1o d\u00e0i KINZU by Ph\u1ea1m S\u0129 To\u00e0n<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Price range<\/b><\/span>:<\/span> VND3,700,000-VND20,000,000 (~USD159.11-USD860.08)
\n<\/span>Address<\/b><\/span>:<\/span> 460 L\u00ea V\u0103n S\u1ef9, Ward 14, District 3
\n<\/span>Opening hours<\/b>: <\/span><\/span>9AM – 8PM, Daily
\n<\/span>Telephone<\/b><\/span>:<\/span> <\/span><\/span>0933 848 943
\n<\/span> Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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2. BACIAMI – trendy yet elegant<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit:<\/span> BACIAMI<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

With a looser fit and crew neck, <\/span>BACIAMI<\/b>\u2019s \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em><\/span>\u00a0are modern, elegant, and comfortable for everyday wear – an ideal choice for ladies who want to find a happy medium between formal and casual wear.<\/p>\n

\u00c1o d\u00e0i<\/em> by BACIAMI are ready-made with different sizes. <\/span>The brand does not provide alteration services, so if you prefer to have a more fitting waistline for the piece you bought here, you\u2019ll have to get it done elsewhere.<\/span> If you are not living in Saigon and want to order an \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>\u00a0from BACIAMI online, make sure you take your own measurements carefully before ordering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit:\u00a0BACIAMI<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Price range<\/strong>:<\/span> VND1,100,000-VND2,000,000 (~USD47.30-USD86.01)<\/span>
\nAddress<\/strong>: <\/span>Level 1,19 Tr\u1ea7n Quang Di\u1ec7u, Ward 14, District 3
\nOpening hours<\/strong>:<\/span> 8AM – 10PM, Daily
\nTelephone<\/strong>:<\/span> 0939 419 268
\nFacebook<\/a><\/p>\n

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3. MINT Closet – traditional yet \u00e0 la mode<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit: <\/em>MINT Closet<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

MINT Closet<\/strong>\u2019s tailor-made \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em><\/span>\u00a0<\/em>is made from brocade and silk. You can pick from a range of fabrics that come in all types of colors and patterns for your \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em><\/span>\u00a0<\/em>\u2013 the tailors only use materials available in the shop, so don\u2019t bring your own fabric.<\/p>\n

If you are not in town, you can order an \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em><\/span>\u00a0<\/em>online through the shop\u2019s Facebook page. Provide details of your measurements and the team will tailor your order and ship it for you.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/em>MINT Closet<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Price range<\/strong>:<\/span> VND1,100,000 – VND2,000,000 (~USD47.30-USD86.01)<\/span>
\nAddress<\/strong>: <\/span>177 Nguy\u1ec5n \u0110\u00ecnh Chi\u1ec3u, Ward 8, District 3
\nOpening hours<\/strong>:<\/span> 10AM – 8.30PM, Daily
\nTelephone<\/strong>:<\/span> 0938 542 355
\nFacebook<\/a><\/p>\n

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4. SY Store – avant-garde design of the year<\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit: <\/em>SY Store<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

This is definitely the most theatrical version of \u00e1o d\u00e0i <\/em><\/span>– puffed sleeves add a touch of drama while the full-length tunic and flared pants create the illusion of height. SY Store<\/strong>\u2019s latest ready-made \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em><\/span>\u00a0collection is made from silk in 4 colors – green, red, gold, and pink – to bring a festive kick to the look. Put on a charming headband to complete the ensemble.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/em>SY Store<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Price range<\/strong>:<\/span> From VND1,989,000 (~USD85.54)
\nAddress<\/strong>: <\/span>196 Nguy\u1ec5n Tr\u00e3i, Ph\u1ea1m Ng\u0169 L\u00e3o Ward, District 1
\nOpening hours<\/strong>:<\/span> 10AM-10PM, Daily
\nTelephone<\/strong>:<\/span> 0917 899 773
\nFacebook<\/a><\/p>\n

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5. Pantio – sensual yet not skin-baring<\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit: <\/em>Pantio<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Pantio<\/strong>\u2019s collection of sophisticated \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em><\/span>\u00a0features a fitted bodice and a stunning V-neckline. The curve-flattering design takes inspiration from the \u00c1o d\u00e0i Le Mur <\/strong><\/em>style<\/strong> of 1940s Hanoi. There is also a trace of the short-lived \u00c1o d\u00e0i Raglan <\/strong><\/em>trend of the 1970s, featuring flower-power print commonly worn by trendsetters – it was even dubbed as the \u201c\u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em><\/span>\u00a0for hippies\u201d then.<\/p>\n

The \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em><\/span>\u00a0here are ready-made, so you can visit the shop for fittings or message the shop on its Facebook page for an online consultation on sizing.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/em>Pantio<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Price range<\/strong>:<\/span> VND1,100,000 – VND2,000,000 (~USD47.30-USD86.01)<\/span>
\nAddresses<\/strong>:<\/span> 256 A-B Nam K\u1ef3 Kh\u1edfi Ngh\u0129a, Ward 8, District 3
\n35A Level 3, Crescent Mall, 101 T\u00f4n D\u1eadt Ti\u00ean, T\u00e2n Ph\u00fa Ward, District 7
\nL1-05-6B Vincom Mall, 12 Phan V\u0103n Tr\u1ecb, Ward 7, G\u00f2 V\u1ea5p District
\n579 Nguy\u1ec5n Th\u1ecb Th\u1eadp, T\u00e2n Phong Ward, District 7
\n45 L\u00ea V\u0103n Hi\u1ec7p, Hi\u1ec7p Ph\u00fa Ward, District 9
\nOpening hours<\/strong>:<\/span> 10AM – 8.30PM, Daily
\nTelephone<\/strong>:<\/span> 02435 725 999 | 0285 413 6556 | 0283 588 1155 | 0283 620 8696 | 0287 308 3638
\nFacebook<\/a><\/p>\n

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6. Sumire Store – imperial-style \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em><\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit:<\/em> @sunmire.store<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Those who have been to the Imperial Palace of Hu\u1ebf<\/em> may recognize the similarities between Sunmire Store<\/strong>\u2019s ready-made collection of \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em> and the ones worn by the court ladies of Nguy\u1ec5n<\/em> dynasty, as featured in the palace museum. This style is known as \u00c1o d\u00e0i Nh\u1eadt B\u00ecnh<\/strong><\/em>.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit:<\/em> @sunmire.store<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

What gives this dress a strikingly imperial vibe are the colored stripes on the sleeves – green, yellow, blue, white, and red – symbolizing the five elements. The panels are embroidered with five-hued cloud patterns and auspicious birds. The M\u1ea5n<\/strong><\/em> (VND120,000)<\/strong>, a type of padded headband that\u2019s commonly worn with this type of \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>, adds a finishing touch.<\/p>\n

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If the weight of the \u201croyal robe\u201d is too much for you to bear, Sunmire Store also has a choice selection of other \u00e1o d\u00e0i <\/em>with more contemporary, but no less elegant designs.<\/p>\n

Price range: <\/strong><\/span>VND550,000-VND1,500,000 (~USD23.65-USD64.51)<\/span>
\nAddress<\/strong>:<\/span> 21\/2 H\u1eadu Giang, Ward 4, T\u00e2n B\u00ecnh District
\nOpening hours<\/strong>:<\/span> 9.30AM-8.30PM, Daily
\nTelephone<\/strong>:<\/span> 0773 389 574
\nFacebook<\/a><\/p>\n

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7. Magonn Design – old is gold<\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit: <\/em>Magonn Design<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

If you are a big fan of retro fashion, you\u2019ll love Magonn Design<\/strong>, which sells ready-made \u00c1o d\u00e0i<\/em> that have been popularized through the ages, from the 19th to the 21st centuries. You can also see a subtle blend of European elements in the outfits, which is symbolic of the \u00c1o d\u00e0i Lemur<\/em> style<\/strong> in 1940s Hanoi. The designs here tend to be understated and minimalist, so don\u2019t expect to see any ethnic prints or dragon embroidery.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/em>\u00a0@magonndesign<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/em>Magonn Design<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Price range:<\/span> <\/strong>VND2,800,000 – VND3,500,000 (~USD120.41-USD150.51)<\/span>
\nAddress<\/strong>:<\/span> 105 Nguy\u1ec5n Tr\u00e3i, Ph\u01b0\u1eddng Ph\u1ea1m Ng\u0169 L\u00e3o, District 1
\n41 Hai B\u00e0 Tr\u01b0ng District 1
\n#2-21B Vincom Mega Mall Th\u1ea3o \u0110i\u1ec1n District 2
\n#02-03, Crescent Mall, District 7
\nOpening hours<\/strong>:<\/span> 9AM – 10PM, Daily
\nTelephone<\/strong>:<\/span> 02838 220 649 | 02839 259 230 | 02836 204 465 | 0888 482 886
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

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8. OZ Design House – sophisticated basics<\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit: <\/em>@ozdesignhouse <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

OZ Design House<\/strong> offers \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>\u00a0in a variety of fabrics, including silk, cotton, and linen. On top of that, you can choose just about any pattern you want – from floral embroidery to paisley patterns, the sky\u2019s the limit. Since these are ready-made garments, you can visit the shop to try on the pieces. Alternatively, you can order it online, but be sure to check your measurements beforehand.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/em>@ozdesignhouse <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Price range: <\/strong><\/span>VND600,000 – VND1,500,000 (~USD25.80-USD64.51)<\/span>
\nAddress<\/strong>:<\/span> 1120 V\u00f5 Th\u1ecb S\u00e1u, T\u00e2n \u0110\u1ecbnh, District 1
\nLevel 2, Robin, Crescent Mall, 101 T\u00f4n D\u1eadt Ti\u00ean, T\u00e2n Ph\u00fa Ward, District 7
\nOpening hours<\/strong>:<\/span> 8AM-9PM, Daily
\nTelephone<\/strong>:<\/span> 0283 820 2212 | 0981 612 848
\nFacebook<\/a><\/p>\n

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9. Kit&Dream Vintage – vintage and easy to wear<\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit: <\/em>Kit&Dream<\/em><\/a> Vintage<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Kit&Dream Vintage\u2019s<\/strong> \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>\u00a0features simple, understated patterns and a neat round-neck collar, making it a safe but flattering choice for almost all occasions. The fabric headband that comes with each outfit adds a lovely twist to this vintage look.<\/p>\n

These are ready-made pieces with different sizes and silhouettes, available in silk and brocade. Pants and tunic can be sold separately, so you are free to mix and match however you want.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit:<\/em> Kit&Dream<\/em><\/a> Vintage<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Price range: <\/strong><\/span>VND870,000 – VND970,000 (~USD37.41-USD41.71)
\nAddress<\/strong>:<\/span>\u00a049 Tr\u1ea7n Quang Kh\u1ea3i,\u00a0 T\u00e2n \u0110\u1ecbnh, District 1
\nOpening hours<\/strong>:<\/span> 10AM-9.30PM, Daily
\nTelephone<\/strong>:<\/span> 0906 477 320
\nFacebook<\/a><\/p>\n

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10. MINX – classic yet convenient<\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit: <\/em>MINX <\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

MINX<\/strong>\u2019s \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>\u00a0are cut and sewn by highly skilled artisans from Vietnam\u2019s traditional artisan village, using centuries-old techniques. These garments are made primarily from silk, brocade, and linen, with exquisitely embroidered patterns. The collars are loose and comfortable without being sloppy, while palazzo pants worn under the tunic add a modern kick to the look.<\/p>\n

The \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>\u00a0here are all ready-made, so you can visit the shop to try the outfits on. Alternatively, you can message the shop on Facebook and get the staff to advise you on sizing before ordering online.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/em>MINX<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Price range: <\/strong><\/span>VND689,000-VND1,680,000 (~USD29.63-USD72.25)
\nAddress<\/strong>:<\/span> 280 Hu\u1ef3nh V\u0103n B\u00e1nh, Ward 11, Ph\u00fa Nhu\u1eadn District
\nOpening hours<\/strong>:<\/span> 9AM-10PM, Daily
\nTelephone<\/strong>:<\/span> 0898 988 280
\nFacebook<\/a><\/p>\n

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11. An Nghi\u00eam Fashion – proper and versatile<\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit:<\/em>An Nghi\u00eam Fashion<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

An Nghi\u00eam Fashion<\/strong> was founded by a devout Buddhist, with the aim of promoting \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>\u00a0as a proper and elegant attire for Vietnamese Buddhists to wear to pagodas or temples. An Nghi\u00eam<\/em> Fashion has two types of \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>: a traditional form with ankle-length panels for formal occasions, and a more functional one with knee-length tunics and baby flaps for more convenience.<\/p>\n

Lotus is the primary pattern embroidered or painted on most of the \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>, since the flower is a sacred symbol in Buddhist belief. There is a wide selection of fabrics to choose from, from lightweight viscose to soft lyocell that feels supple against the skin. The designs are also versatile enough to be worn in everyday life.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/em>An Nghi\u00eam Fashion<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Price range: <\/strong><\/span>VND689,000 – VND1,880,000 (~USD29.63-USD80.85)
\nAddress<\/strong>:<\/span> \u00a0380\/4 Nam K\u1ef3 Kh\u1edfi Ngh\u0129a, Ward 8, District 3
\nNo. 72 Nguy\u1ec5n Ch\u00ed Thanh, Ward 2, District 10
\nNo. 36 Tr\u1ea7n Qu\u00fd C\u00e1p, Ward 11, B\u00ecnh Th\u1ea1nh District
\nNo. 60\/2 V\u00e2n C\u00f4i, Ward 7, T\u00e2n B\u00ecnh District
\nOpening hours<\/strong>:<\/span> 9AM-9PM, Daily
\nTelephone<\/strong>:<\/span>0286 285 1122
\nWebsite<\/a><\/p>\n

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12. De-Madame\u00a0 – the \u201clook at me\u201d style<\/h3>\n
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\nImage credit: <\/em>\u00c1o D\u00e0i De-Madame<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

De-Madame<\/strong>\u2019s designs make creative use of vibrant colors, striking patterns and flared pants to reinvent a traditional silhouette. If you\u2019re looking to get a stand-out \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>\u00a0to shine amongst others during your Tet photoshoots on the street, invest in these ready-made outfits with a wide selection of designs and fabrics to choose from.<\/p>\n

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\nImage credit: <\/span><\/i>\u00c1o D\u00e0i De-Madame<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Price range: <\/strong><\/span>VND825,000-VND2,100,000 (~USD35.48-USD90.31)
\nAddress<\/strong>:<\/span> Level 11, No.18 B\u00f9i Th\u1ecb Xu\u00e2n, B\u1ebfn Th\u00e0nh Ward, District 1
\nOpening hours<\/strong>:<\/span> 9AM-9PM, Daily
\nTelephone<\/strong>:<\/span> 0866 009 996
\nFacebook<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u00c1o d\u00e0i<\/em> in Saigon for Vietnamese Tet holidays<\/h3>\n
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For centuries, \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em> have been a fixture in any Vietnamese woman\u2019s wardrobe. The timeless beauty of Vietnamese \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>\u00a0has never ceased to inspire fashion designers.<\/p>\n

Vietnamese New Year, or Tet, is the most important holiday of the year, and wearing \u00e1o d\u00e0i<\/em>\u00a0is an indispensable part of celebrating Tet – or any other special life occasions. No matter how busy you are preparing for it, it’s worth picking out a glamorous outfit to soak up the festive vibe, and to take lots of snapshots in.<\/p>\n

Check out more \u00e1o d\u00e0i <\/em>stories here:<\/p>\n