Vietnamese Ao Dai collection makes US debut

The festival brings colourful collections created by local designers to audiences in the US. Among them is a collection themed “Phượng Hoàng” (phoenix) by designer Do Trinh Hoai Nam.

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Model and dancer Mai Thu Trang wears an Ao Dai outfit by designer Do Trinh Hoai Nam.

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The traditional handmade embroidery practiced in craft villages is showcased by the designer on the surface in a modern style. His outfits have been put on by many international models.

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Hoai Nam has spent over 30 years working in the fashion industry and has made great contributions to promoting the Vietnamese outfit to audiences globally.

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His unique Ao Dai collections have been introduced at several major international events, including Vietnam Fashion Week Spring Summer 2016, New York Couture Fashion Week, and Paris Fashion Week - Haute Couture 2018.