From vision to wearable art.
The Collaboration
The Story Behind the Special Edition
The Ao Dai Art × Dragon Hearts Special Edition brings together two organizations with a shared belief in culture, creativity, community, and giving back.
At the heart of the design is the dragon, a powerful symbol of strength, prosperity, protection, and good fortune. For this special edition, the dragon is interpreted with a graceful, contemporary character and paired with a subtle heart motif, reflecting the compassion and generosity behind Dragon Hearts.
A palette of black, soft jade, and warm gold gives the design an elegant character, with a small gold heart on the coordinating headpiece.
Together, the dragon and heart capture the spirit of the collaboration — art with meaning, community with heart, and creativity with purpose.
Ao Dai Art × Dragon Hearts
Where culture, art, and heart come together.
The Complete Presentation
What's in the Box
01
Dragon Hearts Áo Dài
The exclusive Dragon Hearts áo dài displayed on an 11.5-inch doll — the garment as wearable art.
02
Coordinating Accessories
A coordinating headpiece and shoes complete the presentation.
03
Special Commemorative Bookmark
An Ao Dai Art × Dragon Hearts bookmark with a decorative tassel.
Special Edition
Bring Home a Gift of Culture
$100
Celebrate Asian heritage while supporting Vietnamese artisans and Dragon Hearts Foundation.
Your purchase helps sustain Ao Dai Art’s creativity and craftsmanship, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Foundation’s work.
A thoughtful gift for someone special or a keepsake to treasure yourself, this miniature work of art offers a meaningful way to share heritage and give back.
Limited Edition of 30
Only 30 are available for purchase. Pickup is available at the Elevate Gala or locally in the Bay Area after the event.
Purchase & Support Dragon Hearts
About the Dragon Hearts Foundation
The Mission
The Dragon Hearts Foundation empowers youth and underserved communities through education, leadership development, cultural enrichment, mentorship, and community engagement.
We also invest in supporting mission-aligned nonprofit organizations, fostering Asian American communities, and developing educational and cultural programs that bring about opportunity, connection, and lasting impact in the United States and internationally.
The Maker
Ao Dai Art celebrates Vietnamese heritage through miniature works of wearable art.
The focus is on the artistry of the áo dài and traditional Vietnamese garments — their silhouette, colors, motifs, craftsmanship, and cultural story. Each garment is displayed on a doll as a canvas, allowing these qualities to be experienced in miniature.
Every piece is a small work of art rooted in Vietnamese heritage and made with care.
