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Accordingly, from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM on November 17th, the Bach Hoa Walking Tour will start from the National Historical Museum, pass by the Hanoi Opera House - August Revolution Square, walk along Trang Tien Street and enter the Hoan Kiem Lake pedestrian area with approximately 300-500 volunteers participating.
The traditional costume parade festival features groups such as: Cavalry, Processional Soldiers, Children's Music and Dance Group, Giao Linh/Truc Linh Dress Group, Ancestor of the Ao Dai Group, Ao Dai Group, Wedding Group, Nhat Binh Dress Group, Royal Court Group, Modernized/Cosplay Vietnamese Costume Group, Free-Style Vietnamese Costume Group…
"A Hundred Flowers Walking Tour", Vietnamese Traditional Clothing Festival
The "Hundred Flowers Walking Tour 2024" event vividly portrayed the history of Vietnamese clothing through the dynasties, recreating the essence of national culture from the majestic court costumes of the Nguyen dynasty to the graceful traditional ao dai. Each ancient costume was meticulously crafted, clearly showcasing the style and art of tailoring of each period, offering the public a unique and profound experience.
This event aims to introduce and celebrate the beauty of traditional Vietnamese clothing, while also helping the audience learn more about unique cultural aspects.
The space of "Hundred Flowers Walking Tour 2024" is where the flow of time and history intertwine, creating a playground full of creativity and cultural exchange. The event is not simply a parade of traditional costumes, but also an opportunity for designers, research groups, and enthusiasts of traditional costumes to meet, exchange knowledge, and share their passion for national culture.
Amidst the bustling atmosphere of Hanoi's Old Quarter, each traditional Vietnamese costume – from the áo giao lĩnh and áo nhật bình to the áo dài – is like a historical story brought back to life, carrying with it the essence of Vietnamese culture. The familiar streets of the capital suddenly become an outdoor art "stage," attracting thousands of locals and tourists, recreating the beauty of a bygone era in the heart of a modern city.
The event is part of a series of activities celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Vietnamese traditional costume movement (2014 - 2024), while also embracing the creative flow of the new cultural era.
The "Hundred Flowers Walking" event, signifying "a hundred flowers blooming," symbolizes the richness and diversity of traditional costumes that are gradually being revived, creating a vibrant and colorful space. The program has contributed to spreading Vietnamese cultural values, affirming the connection between tradition and creativity, ensuring that Vietnamese traditional clothing not only survives but also thrives in the context of international integration. This is not just a performance of traditional costumes, but also a journey of discovery and understanding of national history and art, affirming pride in Vietnamese cultural identity, and spreading the beauty of traditional costumes to the world from the heart of Hanoi.
The program revived historical memories through costumes, while affirming the creativity and connection between tradition and modernity.
The organizers hope that through this event, they will introduce and share research achievements, promote cooperation, breathe new life into values, and create a dynamic exchange environment for creative people to develop the original values of the nation, laying the foundation for nurturing a design and creative spirit rich in Vietnamese identity in the creative industry.
More than just an opportunity to celebrate and showcase the beauty of traditional and modernized ancient costumes, the event is also a place for individuals, research groups, and collectors of ancient costumes in Hanoi to share their stories and experiences.
Recently, in the music show "Brothers Overcoming Thousands of Obstacles," the performance of "Trong Com" (Rice Drum) by People's Artist Tu Long, singer Soobin Hoang Son, and Cuong Seven became a million-view hit, attracting a large audience. The blend of traditional and modern elements, from the melody to the music, culminating in the sound of the zither against a backdrop of a flag-filled festival, made a strong impression on viewers. With a spirit of creativity and innovation, it has "revived" the beauty of folk culture within the community, becoming a creative product that contributes positively to the development of the cultural industry towards a professional and modern direction.
The film "Cam" is one of the most attention-grabbing films for Vietnamese audiences due to its elaborate and meticulously researched period costumes, bringing ancient attire to the screen. Many believe that the film's 117 billion VND box office success is partly due to its impressive costume design. The costume team recreated traditional Vietnamese four-panel, five-panel, and other styles of clothing, along with incorporating characteristic folk cultural elements such as Dong Ho paintings and Sinh village paintings into the costumes.
