About Us

Welcome to The Time Vibes

Hello, my name is Hieu Van.

I grew up in a small village in the Vietnamese countryside, surrounded by rice fields, narrow dirt roads, and the simple rhythm of the seasons. Back then, life felt slower. The most precious things we had were not objects but moments—long afternoons under the shade of an old tree, family meals by the soft light of a kerosene lamp, the scent of rain on the fields.

Like many young people, I eventually left for the city in search of opportunities. The city was loud, bright, and fast. I learned a lot—about business, about people, about chasing dreams. But somewhere along the way, I noticed that time in the city always felt as if it was running ahead of me. Days slipped by without a trace. Memories became harder to hold on to, buried under deadlines and noise.

After years of that life, I decided to come back home. I returned to the countryside where I was born—not because I gave up on ambition, but because I needed to breathe again. I began working as a freelancer, spending more hours in quiet mornings, watching the mist rise over the fields. In those still hours, I started noticing something I had almost forgotten: the way certain objects—a faded photo, a wooden chair, a piece of music—could carry the warmth of a memory.

It was during one of these quiet mornings that The Time Vibes was born. This little online store grew out of a desire to create and share objects that could hold on to moments—the kind of moments we often think we’ll remember forever, yet somehow slip away unless we give them a place to live. I believe that every one of us has memories worth cherishing: the laughter shared with a loved one, the first home we built, the milestones we reached, the journeys we dared to take, the faces that shaped us.

The Time Vibes is my way of saying: your moments deserve to be honored, preserved, and revisited.

Our Heart in Every Piece

Every product in this store is chosen or crafted with that intention—to be more than just an item you buy. We aim to create keepsakes that tell a story. Whether it’s a photo frame that lets you hold a smile close, a personalized piece that celebrates a milestone, or a simple decorative object that carries the warmth of nostalgia, each piece is designed to be a gentle reminder of the times and people that matter most.

I don’t see these products as merchandise; I see them as vessels for memories.
When you hold something from The Time Vibes in your hands, I hope you feel a connection—not just to the object itself, but to the feelings it represents. That is why I carefully select materials that feel natural, timeless, and warm. Wood that still carries its grain, textures that tell their own stories, colors that age gracefully—because the beauty of memories is that they grow richer with time.

Why “The Time Vibes”?

I often think of time as a kind of music—sometimes slow, sometimes hurried, but always moving forward. We cannot stop it, yet we can choose the way we feel its rhythm. “The Time Vibes” is a name that reminds me that what we really treasure is not time itself, but the way it felt: the warmth of a summer evening, the sound of a parent’s voice, the glow of laughter shared with friends. Those vibes, those impressions, are what stay with us.

By creating this store, I hope to invite you to slow down, even if only for a moment, to remember the things that shaped you. I want each product here to be a bridge between the present and the past, between your story and the stories of those you love.

A Personal Promise

Running this store is deeply personal for me. I know what it feels like to miss someone who has passed, to look back at a chapter of life that can’t be relived, to hold a photo and feel a rush of gratitude for what once was. These feelings have taught me that the things we treasure most are often simple: a photo kept on a desk, a handwritten note, a gift that carries thoughtfulness within it.

I promise to treat every order not as a transaction but as a responsibility—because I understand that what you’re really choosing is not just an object but a piece of your story.

From My Heart to Yours

Wherever you are—whether in a busy city apartment or a quiet home by the fields—I hope The Time Vibes can offer something meaningful. I hope it reminds you to pause and honor your memories. I hope it helps you give a thoughtful gift to someone you love.

More than anything, I hope it brings you closer to the people, places, and feelings that have made your life beautiful.

Thank you for being here and for letting me share my journey with you.
May the things you find here bring warmth to your home and depth to your days.

With gratitude and sincerity,
Hieu Van
Founder of The Time Vibes