Clothing - AO DAI

Historical information

This dress was purchased in Saigon by National Serviceman Gary Elliott before he returned home in 1969 for his then girlfriend, (later to be his wife). Gary served as a Craftsman in 102 Field Workshop, RAEME, in Vietnam 1968-69.

Physical description

Aqua silk traditional Vietnamese (dress) AO DAI. The dress has a peter pan collar with front opening secured by four covered buttons. A zipper runs along the side seam. The garment is lined with white silk.

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