Honolulu's Vietnamese community may be smaller than mainland enclaves, but you can still find beautiful áo dài in the islands. The best hunting grounds are in Chinatown's King Street corridor, where Vietnamese-owned shops carry both ready-made and custom options for weddings, Tết, and special occasions. Here is where to look for your next áo dài in Honolulu.
Thanh Tâm Shop top-pick
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The most established Vietnamese-owned shop for ao dai in Honolulu's Chinatown. Offers ready-made and custom ao dai for weddings, Tet, and special occasions. A go-to destination for the local Vietnamese community seeking traditional clothing.
Kim Lợi best-value
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Vietnamese-owned shop on Chinatown's main thoroughfare offering ao dai and traditional Vietnamese clothing. A convenient option for those exploring King Street's Vietnamese business corridor.
Phuong Tailor Shop hidden-gem
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Vietnamese-owned tailor in the Chinatown area that handles custom ao dai orders with customer-provided fabric. Primarily known for alterations but will make ao dai by request. Best for those who want a custom-fit garment.