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There are many things traditional to Vietnam, Ao dai is one of them. The traditional dress is thought to be influenced by the imperial Chinese garb of the Qing Dynasty. Unlike many other traditional costumes, Ao dai still remains popular in today's Vietnamese culture. Although it is no longer worn on a daily basis, at special occasions, it is still used widely. Ao day is the favorite female dress at traditional festivities or occasions such as Tet, weddings or graduations. In some high schools and universities, the white ao dai is still considered the school uniform Hue, Vietnam.