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Vietnamese Tet Gifts – The Art of Tet Gift Wrapping – Preserving Vietnamese Spirit in Every Detail
Vietnamese people have long had the habit of not only focusing on the gift itself, but also valuing the way Tet gifts are wrapped. A luxurious gift box, skillfully and delicately wrapped, is the very first “layer” that touches the recipient’s emotions. The art of wrapping Tet gifts is not merely dexterity, but also a convergence of aesthetics, thoughtfulness, and traditional culture.
1. Why is Tet gift wrapping important?
- Showing respect: A delicate wrapping reflects the giver’s sincerity.
- Creating the first impression: The recipient can “feel” the affection even before opening the gift.
- Preserving Vietnamese identity: Wrapping with red paper, dó paper, or silk evokes the beauty of traditional Tet.
- Elevating the value of the gift: An ordinary gift can become prestigious through its wrapping.
2. Popular Tet gift wrapping styles
2.1. Traditional wrapping
- Using red paper, floral paper, or brocade fabric.
- Tied with golden ribbons, accompanied by small parallel sentences.
- Meaning: Luck, happiness, longevity.
2.2. Modern wrapping
- Using art paper boxes, wooden boxes, or luxurious leather boxes.
- Minimalist design, with elegant color coordination.
- Meaning: Elegance, class, contemporaneity.
2.3. Creative – unique wrapping
- Using silk fabric (Japanese-style furoshiki), recycled bamboo, kraft paper.
- Decorated with dried flowers, wax-sealed stamps.
- Meaning: Uniqueness, personalization, and eco-friendliness.
3. Gift wrapping art suggestions from TracyGifts.vn
3.1. “Vietnamese Nostalgia” style
- Woven bamboo box, dó paper, with dried yellow apricot blossoms.
- Expressing rustic charm, closeness, and heartfelt affection.
3.2. “Corporate Class” style
- Wooden box engraved with logo, coordinated in luxurious red – black.
- Honoring the brand and affirming corporate status.
3.3. “Sustainable Green” style
- Recycled paper box, cotton fabric ribbon, dried flowers.
- Message: sustainable development, environmental protection.
4. Small tips to make Tet gift wrapping more impressive
- Combine accessories: paper flowers, lucky charms, satin bows.
- Attach handwritten Tet cards: creating a personal touch.
- Focus on colors: red – yellow (luck), green (prosperity), white – silver (elegance).
- Maintain neatness: smooth wrapping, tidy edges, cleanliness.
The art of Tet gift wrapping is the bridge between the giver’s heart and the recipient’s joy. Every detail in the wrapping – from color, material to decorative accessories – carries its own meaning, contributing to “preserving Vietnamese soul” in the warm Tet atmosphere.
👉 At TracyGifts.vn, we not only offer premium Tet gift boxes, but also carefully attend to every detail of the wrapping, so that every gift exchanged is complete in sophistication and meaning.