This outfit succinctly tells the story of my obsession with exploring ethnic cultures, natural wonders and unknown destinations.
The White Sand Dunes in Mui Ne, Vietnam were recently featured on Huffington Post’s list of 19 Places in South East Asia that could change your life. Having spent a day there, I can see why!
The White Sand Dunes in Mui Ne are spectacular as is – they transport one to hidden crevices of whirling sand dunes in barren deserts. But that isn’t what makes them special! Unlike the desert, where the possibility of water is but a mirage, the White Sand Dunes in Mui Ne are actually located next to a water body and really close to Vietnam’s gorgeous beaches.
One could spend the day playing with shadows, frolicking barefoot on the dunes with sand between the toes, marvel at the pristine white colour of the sand, sneak off to the beach for a li’l midday nap and come back to the dunes, luminous in the evening light, to watch a near-perfect sunset. What more could one possibly demand of a destination?
I wore a little black dress and paired it with a neon pink kimono. The embroidered bag is from a night-market in Thailand and the jewellery is from markets in Morocco and India – I just wanted to play dress up and drown in gypsy cuffs, silver rings, and bright colours 🙂
Outfit Details
Bag – Night market in Thailand
Jewellery – Markets in Morocco and India
Dress – H&M (I wore the same dress in London, but styled it differently for winter)
Mirrored sunglasses – ASOS
Flat sandals – ASOS
Kimono – H&M (If you’re a fan of kimonos, check out this shoot from Vietnam and this one from lush sugarcane fields in Mauritius)
FACT FILE
- The white sand dunes are roughly 25 Kms from Mui Ne
- The perfect way to get there is to rent a motorbike and make a day trip out of it
- Entry is free and there are a couple of snack bars on site
- If you are up for it, quad bikes are available on rent
- A word of caution – if you visit on your own on a motorbike, it’s advisable to start back for Mui Ne before it gets dark since a stretch of the road is very poorly constructed and not lit
Have these photos tempted you to visit Mui Ne? Read our article on the Top 10 Things To Do in Mui Ne to see how you could be spending your days in this part of Vietnam 
Planning a trip to Vietnam? Don’t forget to read our tips on accommodation, street food, and sightseeing in Vietnam
Looking for a place to stay in Mui Ne? Read about our experience at Pandanus Resorts
How do you guys manage to present a totally new picture of a place? I guess this is why I love both of you! Keep rocking. 😀
Aww Surabhi ! Your comments always make us so happy. Thank you so much.
Much Love,
Savi
i have been reading about Vietnam’s past and looking at this post it seems to have grown wonderfully .. lovely post ..
Thanks Kushagr 🙂
Hi..Can you send your Vietnam itinerary in detail
Gorgeous Savi:) just the title of the first pic-‘white sand dunes amidst grasslands and water’ makes me want to go there !!
It was out of this world, Ratika. Whenever you go to Vietnam, make sure you put Mui Ne on your itinerary 🙂
Nice outfit, Savi! The kimono color against the backdrop of the sand seems very complimenting on you 🙂
Thanks Deepsy 🙂
This place looks so enticing! I love how Vid has captured the setting sun’s light on the sand.
Thanks Snigdha ! Vid is VERY happy to see your comment – he says not many people notice such intricate details. Cheers 🙂
It looks beautiful there.
It sure was, Dannii !
Gorgeous pictures of Vietnam and I love that dress. Perfect for a sunny day.
Thanks Tina 🙂
Loved the bag and the whole outfit .
Thank you so much, Anamika 🙂
Wow, wonderful places and the outfit is beautiful! Loving the bright colour ^^
Thanks ever so much, Mammu 🙂
Gorgeous photos! I actually have that kimono, such a fab colour isn’t it! xo
It is, Rachel. It’s one of my favourite colours. Love that Kimono !
I absolutely adore your chic look Savi 🙂
Thank you so much, Laks. You are a star 🙂
Great pictures, as always guys! This place reminds me a bit of the sand dunes around the oasis at Huacachina in southern Peru, though that’s not by the coast.
Hey Sam !
Thank you so much 🙂 Well, technically this was also not by the coast, but was next to a big lake. It definitely felt like we were in a different world altogether !
Wow! I had no idea Vietnam has sand dunes!? Another reason to add it to my bucket list 🙂
Following you on Twitter – hopefully connect there sometime!
Wow…beautiful photos. I would like to drive my Jeep trough those dunes… I envy you guys….thank you for sharing.
A jeep through dunes? Always an amazing idea 🙂
Love this post and adore your style! Quick question – do you need an international driver’s license to ride a bike in Vietnam? Or, an Indian driver’s license would do?
Thanks Aditi- an Indian driving licence works in Vietnam 🙂
Did you use any tours and travel guides in Vietnam? If yes pls suggest some
Hey we mostly explored independently 🙂