Vietnamese Ao Dai and Silk Shine on the International Stage

This is not only a large-scale trade promotion event but also an opportunity to honor and promote Ao Dai and silk - the unique cultural heritage of the nation to the world .

Delegates at the gala dinner “Gracious Vietnam”

At the Gala Dinner, domestic and international guests enjoyed the art program “Ao Dai and High-class Silk Symphony”. The graceful Ao Dai on natural silk, combined with modern couture fashion designs, told the story of a Vietnam that is both traditional and creative.

Among them, the collection “Silk & Glamour Affair in Couture Soirée” for spring-summer 2026 by designer Anna Hanh Le, President of Byfas brand, Acting President of Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Association, made a strong impression on experts and international friends. From silk satin, velvet, brocade to sophisticated tuxedos, the designs affirm the ability to connect traditional tailoring and silk weaving with contemporary fashion language. Sharing at the event, Ms. Anna Hanh Le said: “We want to bring the heritage of Ao Dai and silk closer to international friends, to see that Vietnam is not only a country of tradition, but also a place of international fashion creation”.

This is also a space for trade and cultural connections, gathering more than 450 international enterprises from 60 countries and about 400 Vietnamese enterprises. More than 3,000 official B2B appointments and nearly 5,000 free connections demonstrate strong attraction, affirming that Vietnam is becoming a reliable destination for international investors and partners. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Phan Thi Thang emphasized: "Vietnam International Sourcing 2025 is not only a place for cooperation but also a journey to create a sustainable supply chain, spreading Vietnamese values to the world".

The Gala Dinner “Gracious Vietnam” contributes to demonstrating the pioneering role of Ho Chi Minh City in the integration process and promoting the country’s image. Not only is it a dynamic economic center, Ho Chi Minh City is also the place where heritage-honoring activities are initiated, bringing Ao Dai and Vietnamese silk to the world through creativity and international exchange.

In the series of activities lasting from September 4 to 6, Vietnam International Sourcing 2025, Ho Chi Minh City Export Forum 2025 and ITE HCMC 2025 continue to bring a series of forums and seminars, creating conditions for Vietnamese enterprises to grasp global consumption trends, expand cooperation, and promote cultural identity to international friends. It can be said that with the Gala Dinner "Gracious Vietnam", Vietnamese ao dai and silk have truly shone as cultural and commercial symbols, contributing to affirming Vietnam's position on the international integration map.

HANH NHI

Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/ao-dai-va-lua-viet-toa-sang-tren-san-khau-quoc-te-post812054.html