The journey to honor the beauty of national culture in the heart of Thang Long
On the evening of October 11, at the central stage of Thang Long Imperial Citadel, the program "Heritage Steps" brought the audience a colorful performance night, where traditional values and the quintessence of world culture blend together in an impressive artistic space.
As a special highlight of the 1st Hanoi World Cultural Festival, the program brings together nearly 100 traditional costumes from participating countries, creating a colorful picture of national identity and international friendship - the largest and richest ever held in Vietnam.
After the opening with three songs Welcome Vietnam, Hello Vietnam and Dang em luong la, the program continued with Ao Dai performances bearing a strong national mark.
The first part introduces two collections of Vietnamese Ao Dai: Hanoi in Hanoi by designer Vu Viet Ha and Heritage in Hanoi from Ngan An Ao Dai by designer Anh Thu.
Vu Viet Ha's designs are always aimed at green, sustainable fashion, created from natural materials and sophisticated hand-dyed techniques, bringing traditional beauty in the spirit of modernity.
The "Heritage in Hanoi" collection of Ngan An Ao Dai - a famous Hanoi brand founded by designer Anh Thu - continues to honor the elegant and charming beauty of Hanoi women.
Especially on stage, the Ao Dai performance of the wives of the ambassadors of the US, Japan, Czech Republic, and Ukraine surprised the audience.
Designer Anh Thu - a son of Hanoi, along with models transformed into "a storyteller in Ao Dai", bringing the audience into the space of the thousand-year-old Thang Long.
Interspersed between Ao Dai performances are music performances such as "Net Duyen Kinh Bac", "Viet Nam Hoa Trang", "Co Ba Sai Gon" and "Vietnam My Home", contributing to creating a colorful artistic atmosphere.
The combined beauty of nearly 100 traditional costumes of many countries
The performance of nearly 100 costumes from 19 countries with a spirit of connection and friendship brought many impressions. Culture is not only present in song and dance, but is also embroidered in each traditional costume - each set is a story, a national symbol.
The audience admired traditional costume collections from countries, including India, Indonesia, Iran, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, UAE, Angola, Cuba, Mexico, Morocco, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Ukraine, Venezuela. Each costume is a cultural bridge, sending a message of peace, solidarity and mutual respect between ethnic groups.
Traditional costumes from Rajasthan to Gujarat show vibrant colors and sophisticated craftsmanship that reflect the diverse heritage of India. Indonesian Baju Kurung, Baju Adat Palembang and Kebaya costumes express the elegance and national pride through precious songket and sophisticated embroidery.
The design is inspired by Persian culture and ethnic groups expressing freedom, art and pride.
Sinh and Salong are symbols of traditional Lao weaving, bringing elegance and pride, often worn in festivals and rituals.
From simple Longyi to brilliant Htamein, traditional Myanmar costumes blend aesthetics, climate and culture.
Meanwhile, the discreet black Abaya of women and the simple outfit of Arabian men in She out shows solemnity, elegance and Islamic identity.
The charming and simple Osariya combine elegance with timeless heritage, expressing the national pride of Sri Lanka.
Diverse cultures from Europe, Africa and the Americas are expressed through unique traditional costumes. Guayabera and the festive dress are a vivid symbol of the Cuban spirit. Mexico's delicately embroidered Folklore evokes festivals and national pride. The brilliant Joropo is a festival symbol and the pride of Venezuelan culture.
Continuing the traditional line of Vietnamese costumes is Vietnamese traditional costumes, from the collection "Van Yen Textile and directory" by designer Nguyen Mi.
The two Ao Dai collections that ended the show included Thang Long Time's mark by designer Minh Pham and Nguyet Hoa by designer Ha Trinh (Hanuo).
If Thang Long The imprint of Time is a dialogue between the past and the present, Nguyet Hoa has a feminine, elegant and artistic beauty through the performances of MC Van Hugo, actors Quynh Nga, Quynh Kool and professional models.
Closing the program, the 5 most outstanding designs of the participating designers were auctioned for charity, supporting people affected by the recent storms and floods. In addition, there is also an auction of ceramic vases, paintings and pearl rings.
This is not only a meaningful humanitarian activity of the World Cultural Festival in Hanoi, but also a testament to the spirit of mutual love and spreading love of the Vietnamese people.
