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Hanoi Craft Fashion Show
The Heritage Flow
As part of the Global Crafts Festival, the Hanoi Craft Fashion Show serves as an inspiring touchpoint between heritage values and contemporary life. Grounded in pure materials such as silk, cotton, and linen—alongside breakthroughs in pineapple fiber, banana fiber, and ramie—each design is a masterpiece molded from meticulous hand-weaving, herbal dyeing, and exquisite embroidery.
Every design selected for the Hanoi Craft Fashion Show is more than just a fashion piece; it is a "cultural ambassador," encapsulating the unique stories, soul, and regional identity of the participating nations. Moving beyond avant-garde concepts that are detached from reality, the collections are guided by a philosophy of sustainable fashion with high applicability, allowing wearers to seamlessly integrate the beauty of craft techniques into every moment of daily life. This is a space where beauty is redefined through a deep respect for the environment, cultural origins, and optimal utility in modern living.
- Registration Opens: February 01, 2026
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2026
- Official List Announcement: June 01, 2026
- Application Portal: www.globalcraftsfestival.com
- Venue: Vietnam Exhibition Center (VEC), Kim Quy Area, Hanoi.
Key Highlights of Hanoi Craft Fashion Show
Celebrating Sustainable Natural Materials
The event affirms the premium status of natural fibers such as silk, cotton, pineapple fiber, and banana fiber, all produced handcrafted and eco-friendly. These represent perfect green solutions to replace synthetic materials, protecting the ecosystem while preserving the pure beauty of nature.
A Convergence of Craftsmanship and Culture
More than just textiles, each collection is a narrative chapter about the identity and customs of various nations. Through meticulous hand-weaving, herbal dyeing, and refined indigenous embroidery, the soul and cultural message of each region are fully conveyed on the international runway
Applicable and Modern Fashion
Breaking the barrier between unrealistic runways and everyday life, the designs focus on optimal applicability. Every product is created ready to enter daily life, perfectly meeting the modern consumer's demand for aesthetic appeal, durability, and a conscious lifestyle
Program Details & Benefits
1. For Selected Vietnamese Designers
- The Organizing Committee (OC) provides support for venue rental, runway, sound, lighting, photography/videography, and professional media coverage.
- The OC coordinates with local craft village producers to connect designers with material sources (yarn, fabric, etc.) at competitive prices.
- Designers are required to submit one physical prototype for quality inspection by the OC before completing the full collection.
- The OC supports the design of a showroom/pop-up display area adjacent to the runway for customers to place orders.
2. For Selected International Designers
- The OC provides support for venue rental, runway, sound, lighting, models, makeup, photography/videography, and professional media coverage.
- The OC covers hotel accommodation costs (2 persons per room) for international designers.
- Designers are required to submit one physical prototype for quality inspection by the OC before completing the full collection.
- The OC supports the design of a showroom/pop-up display area adjacent to the runway for customers to place orders.
3. Copyright Regulations
- The OC reserves the right to use runway images/videos for the promotion of the Festival. Designers also have the right to use these materials for personal branding.
- Designers must commit that the designs are original and do not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of any third party.
1. Professional Profile (Portfolio)
A brief introduction to the design philosophy and key achievements.
2. Collection Concept
Collection Name: A name that evokes emotion and heritage.
Concept Description (Moodboard): Inspirational imagery, color palette, and the cultural story the designer wishes to convey.
Design Sketches: Detailed drawings of the intended runway pieces (typically 12 - 20 designs).
3. Technical Details (Materials & Techniques)
Crucial for the OC to evaluate program fit:
Fabric Composition: Clear listing of fibers used (e.g., 100% silk, 70% pineapple fiber mixed with 30% cotton).
Craft Technique Description: Details on weaving methods, natural dyeing processes, and applied indigenous hand-embroidery techniques.
Material Sourcing: Information regarding craft villages or specific artisanal suppliers.
4. Lookbook & Video (As per timeline requirements)
Lookbook: Images of previous collections or completed samples for this collection to allow the OC to assess garment construction and aesthetics.
Video: A short clip (1-2 minutes) introducing the designer’s handcrafted production process or close-ups of the materials to showcase craftsmanship.
5. Commitment to Commercial Readiness
A confirmation that the runway garments are ready-to-wear and a production plan in case of orders from visitors.