HÀ NỘI — The 22nd edition of Aquafina Vietnam International Fashion Week 2026 (AVIFW), themed FashionInMotion, will take place from November 26 to 28 at Quần Ngựa Sports Palace in Hà Nội.

The organisers have unveiled the first details of the Fall/Winter 2026 edition at a recent press conference in Hà Nội, putting emerging designers in the spotlight as part of efforts to discover and nurture new talent in Việt Nam’s fashion industry.

In a departure from previous editions, the opening runway slots will go to the top three young designers from the Aquafina Pure Fashion 2026 competition, giving them an opportunity to showcase their work on a professional stage and establish their creative identities.

“The opportunity reflects our commitment to discovering, nurturing and supporting the next generation of Vietnamese fashion designers,” said Trang Lê, founder and chairwoman of the event.

“Fashion is a constantly evolving world, where old boundaries are continually challenged to create new opportunities and spaces for creativity.

"The 22nd edition brings together designers from different generations to connect, exchange ideas, inspire one another and create new values.”

Designer Mai Lâm will close the event with a Wearable Art collection combining traditional Vietnamese materials with industrial elements, folk motifs and asymmetrical silhouettes.

This marks the first time the designer, who pursues the applied arts approach, has presented a collection at AVIFW.

Known for combining traditional Vietnamese materials with modern industrial ones, her collection is expected to bring the event to a close with a strong sense of cultural identity and artistic depth, reaffirming the enduring value of Việt Nam’s traditional handicrafts.

Alongside local designers such as Đức Hùng and Hà Linh Thư, the event will feature international designers and brands including Angelo Cruciani’s (Italy), Aharon Genish (Israel) and CHULA (Spain).

Designer Phan Đăng Hoàng, the first Vietnamese designer to present a collection at Milan Fashion Week will showcase a new collection inspired by the traditional Vietnamese bamboo carrying pole.

Their latest collections, including designs for Fall/Winter 2026, are expected to showcase a diverse range of styles and creative perspectives.

After 21 editions, the event has established itself as a platform for Vietnamese designers to present their work and engage with the international fashion industry. — VNS