When visiting Cat Cat village, one of the interesting experiences that international tourists should not miss is renting traditional costumes of the H’Mong people. The colorful dresses, delicately hand-embroidered, not only help you immerse yourself in the indigenous cultural life but also create impressive souvenir photos amidst the majestic mountain scenery. This is a simple but meaningful way for tourists to feel more deeply the cultural beauty of the Northwest highlands of Vietnam.
Where to rent traditional costumes in Cat Cat village?
Cat Cat village costume rental is a unique and attractive tourist experience for tourists, so Cat Cat village has many shops opened to provide this service. You can easily find unique Hmong ethnic clothes right in the village. These clothes are designed in many sizes and colors for you to choose from. Each set of clothes shows the strong cultural identity of the ethnic people in the northwest of Vietnam.
1. Peace’s House
Address: 16 Cat Cat
Renting ethnic/mieu dresses, serving tourists taking photos.
2. CHAPA Studio
Address: Cat Cat intersection, right on the road to the village (about 50m from ticket gate 2)
This is a photography studio combined with costume rental and simple makeup support.
3. Art House Sapa
Located in Cat Cat village, address: 104 Cat Cat village, Sapa
Art House is a combination of homestay, cafe and costume rental shop, with a variety of ethnic, Boho, vintage items…
4. Quan Gio Sapa
Address: the beginning of Cat Cat village
This is a cafe model + rental of clothes, costumes and accessories that are quite diverse.
5. Lyn Sapa
Address: No. 12 Cat Cat, San Sa Ho, Sapa
Shop specializes in renting ethnic costumes, ensuring clean, fragrant clothes, parking for guests when visiting.
6. Ms. Hang Costume
Location: right at the gate of Cat Cat village
There are H’Mong, Dao, Thai models with accessories and simple hairdressing support.
Cat Cat village costume rental price
According to information from Cat Cat Tourist Area, you can rent ethnic costumes right at the gate of the village, the rental price is about 50,000 – 100,000 VND/time. However, according to Lily’s Travel’s update, by 2025, Cat Cat village costume rental price will be more diverse to suit the different needs of tourists.
Right at the entrance to the village, you can easily rent a traditional costume for 50,000 – 100,000 VND. However, shops in the village or near the central area of Sapa often list prices from 70,000 – 150,000 VND/set, depending on the style, material and sophistication. For special costumes, elaborately hand-embroidered or with many accessories, the price can be up to 200,000 VND or higher.
In addition, some shops also provide a full service including costume rental, light makeup and professional photography, with costs ranging from 150,000 – 300,000 VND. In general, the cost of renting costumes in Cat Cat village in 2025 is still considered reasonable, creating conditions for international and domestic tourists to easily experience, transform into ethnic people and save memorable pictures in the middle of the Northwest mountains and forests.
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How to choose the best costume for your photos
To have impressive photos when experiencing Cat Cat village, choosing the right ethnic costume plays a very important role. First of all, you should consider the color of the costume so that it is in harmony with the natural scenery. Red, yellow, dark blue dresses often stand out against the green terraced fields or the dark brown wooden roofs of traditional houses.
Second, choose the style of the costume that suits your body shape: short or A-line skirts create a youthful, dynamic feeling; long dresses with elaborate embroidery will bring a graceful and classic beauty.
Third, don’t forget the accompanying accessories such as hats, scarves, silver bracelets or brocade bags, because they will help the overall look become more lively. In addition, you should also pay attention to comfort: choose clothes that fit well and are easy to move in for convenience when climbing slopes or walking in the village.
Finally, choose the outfit according to the photo idea you want: bright and outstanding in the landscape, or gentle, blending with nature. With a delicate choice, you will definitely have sparkling pictures, bearing the mark of Northwest culture.
Below are some of the most popular ethnic costumes for foreign visitors when taking photos in Cat Cat village
1. Hmong costumes with red and black as the main colors
This is the most popular choice because the vibrant brocade patterns and sophisticated hand-embroidered lines help visitors stand out in the mountainous landscape. The Hmong flared skirt often creates a very beautiful effect when moving or turning to take photos.
2. Red Dao costume with a typical head scarf
The black outfit with red accents combined with a red scarf embroidered with outstanding patterns makes the photo impressive and full of local character. The accompanying silver bracelet accessory is also a highlight that many visitors love.
3. Bohemian dress or modern brocade style
The long, loose, soft boho-inspired dress combined with a brocade bag is chosen by many young visitors because it both maintains traditional features and suits modern fashion styles.
4. Modernized Thai or Tay costumes
With soft, gentle colors and elegant designs, this type of costume is suitable for those who want to have a photo with delicate and elegant beauty by the stream or terraced fields.
5. Combining costumes with props
Many tourists choose to rent paper umbrellas, rattan baskets, or brocade scarves. This is a simple but extremely effective way to make the photo more natural and artistic.
Best photo spots in Cat Cat village for costume shoots
When renting traditional costumes in Cat Cat village, you will have many beautiful shooting angles to capture photos imbued with the Northwest identity. Lily’s Travel suggests some locations that are often chosen by tourists.
Gate to Cat Cat village
This is the ideal place to take the first “check-in” photos with ethnic costumes. The rustic wooden gate, surrounded by rows of flowers and hills in the distance, creates a very unique scene.
Stone paved road in the village
The winding small road, with wooden fences on both sides and ancient rammed earth houses of the H’Mong people, is very suitable for taking close-up photos in colorful dresses.
Si Bridge – romantic suspension bridge
The bridge over the stream in the middle of the village is a familiar “virtual living” spot. When wearing ethnic dresses, walking on the bridge with the water flowing below will create a very poetic effect.
Tien Sa Waterfall
This is a highlight of Cat Cat village. The white waterfall pouring down the majestic mountains and forests is a beautiful backdrop for traditional costumes.
Giant waterwheel
The bamboo waterwheels lying on the stream bank are a typical image of Cat Cat. This is a very popular setting for foreign tourists to create a picture that is both rustic and cultural.
Ancient wooden houses and miniature landscapes in the village
The village has many wooden houses, mills, flower trellises, orchid gardens… beautifully decorated. When wearing a brocade dress, taking pictures here will evoke the feeling of transforming into a real highland girl.
Terraced fields and flower gardens around the village
In the green or ripe rice season, or when buckwheat flowers and rapeseed flowers are in full bloom, these are “classic” backgrounds that any tourist wants to take pictures with.
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Tips for a smooth costume rental experience
Here are some useful tips to help you rent suitable ethnic costumes when visiting Cat Cat village:
- Choose colors that match the landscape
Red, yellow, and blue dresses are very suitable for taking photos in terraced fields and waterfalls.
Black tones embroidered with silver or red threads will create a luxurious feeling when standing near wooden houses and suspension bridges.
- Choose a style according to your body shape
H’Mong flared skirts are suitable for people with petite figures, easily creating a rotating skirt effect.
Long or neat straight dresses are suitable for tall people, creating charm when standing next to streams or bridges.
- Try many models before deciding
Don’t be afraid to try 2-3 sets, because each set has different fits, colors, and accessories. This will help you find the set that best suits your style and shooting ideas.
- Pay attention to comfort
Beautiful costumes that are too heavy or too tight will make it difficult for you to move when walking in the village. Choose a set that fits well and is easy to walk in so you can pose comfortably.
- Choose a rental package with accessories
Should rent a headscarf, silver bracelet, rattan basket or paper umbrella to make the picture more vivid. Many places rent combo packages at reasonable prices.
- Check the condition of the outfit
Pay attention to whether the outfit is clean, fragrant, and intact. If necessary, you can change to another set right at the store.
- Check the price before renting
The rental price in Cat Cat village in 2025 ranges from 50,000 – 150,000 VND/set. More elaborate sets or photo combos may be higher, so ask carefully to avoid extra costs.
- Book early during peak season
During tourist season (September-November, March-April), there are many customers, and beautiful designs are easily out of stock. If possible, book in advance or arrive early in the day to choose the set you like.
Cat Cat village costume rental is one of the most popular tourist services. Wearing an ethnic costume is a way for you to preserve memories during your trip to Vietnam and immerse themselves in the indigenous life of Cat Cat village.
Lily’s Travel has introduced this service in the tours to explore Cat Cat village and received a lot of satisfaction. Besides, the rental price is not too expensive, helping many tourists have an interesting and unique experience. Lily’s Travel’s Ha Giang tours always stop at Cat Cat village. This is a highlight that cannot be missed here. If you want to find out more information, please contact Lily’s Travel now.
