Words and Photos by Supei Ho, originally published at The Textile Atlas The Blue Hmong are one of 54 ethnic minority groups in Vietnam. A subgroup of the Miao people, the majority of whom live in China, the Blue Hmong are renowned for their decorative indigo Batik textiles that are often adorned with patchwork, cross-stitch and applique. Traditional textile making is a domestic affair and a source of supplementary income for these families, besides agriculture and farming. Hmong men perform most of the physically demanding work such as felling trees, constructing houses and transporting the harvest; whereas Hmong women and older girls hold the responsibility for food preparation, household chores,…
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10 Vietnamese Textile Tribes Every Fashion Lover Should Know
First published on October 6, 2015 on Haute Culture Forget about the couture designers of Paris for one moment and lets take a look at the originators of individuality in South East Asia. Vietnam has 54 different ethnic minorities, many of whom’s cultural costumes are creatively crafted and indigenously inventive. So if you’re visiting Vietnam any time soon, here’s an essential guide to the best fashion show in Asia. 1. Red Dao costumes are particularly striking in contrast to the green rice paddy fields they cultivate. Their costumes are trimmed with red and white borders, their trousers intricately embroidered with motifs of family life, and their headdresses embellished with silver…
