At the heart of NovaWorld Phan Thiet, on the night of May 2, 2025, over 100 beauty queens, kings, and models from Vietnam and around the world shone brightly at the NovaWorld Fashion Fest 2025. Under the lights of the sea-facing catwalk, fashion blended with music, beauty, and performance art, creating a visual symphony that marked the highest gathering of beauty icons for the year.
Fashion event of largest caliber by the Vietnamese seaside
NovaWorld Fashion Fest 2025 was held at Bikini Beach – NovaWorld Phan Thiet. The event was a collaboration between Nova Entertainment and Crystal Star Entertainment, one of the pioneers in the field of performance and high-end event organization. Notably, the creative vision and artistic direction of Mr. Vu Thai – the show’s chief director – played a crucial role in shaping the international quality and unique spirit of this year’s festival.
The event garnered significant attention from the public and fashion enthusiasts, not only due to its grand scale and the sea-facing open stage, but also because of the record number of over 100 beauty queens and kings, pageant runner-ups and professional models coming together on the same runway. This was the first time a fashion show in Vietnam brought together such a large gathering of beauty icons in a distinctly international and festive seaside setting.
Convergence of top-notch beauties: Symbol of a new-generation beauty
The gala witnessed the presence of prestigious guests: Runner-up Hoang Thuy, Miss Nguyen Dinh Nhu Van, Miss Kieu Thi Thuy Hang, Runner-up Quynh Anh, Miss Thach Thu Thao, Miss Truong Thuy Trang, Miss Dinh Thi Hoa, Runner-up Anh Vuong, along with international beauty queens Chhum Chandara and Phorn Sreypi from Cambodia.
Each beauty brought a unique impression, from their stage presence and demeanor to the way they expressed their personal identity. In the breezy ocean setting, each catwalk step seemed to be supported by the inner strength and radiant charisma of the modern beauty generation: confident, global-minded, and inspiring. The event also served as an opportunity for beauty icons to connect, share, and spread cultural and artistic values, while expanding Vietnam’s fashion vision to the world.
Inspirational runway: Where fashion shines with the “breath of the ocean”
With the theme “The Ocean’s Breath,” NovaWorld Fashion Fest 2025 showcased five key collections from talented young Vietnamese designers: Le Huu Nhan, Tran Minh, Bi Nguyen, Huynh Thanh Tho, and Tin Nguyen. Each collection represented a unique “breeze” inspired by the spirit of the ocean – sometimes gentle, sometimes fierce, vibrant, and free.
Le Huu Nhan’s collection “Hung Dong” (Dawn) opened the show with the warm hues of dawn – peach orange, light yellow, and soft pink – combined with eco-friendly materials and dynamic, asymmetrical shapes that brought a sense of freshness and modernity.
Meanwhile, Tran Minh’s “Xa Bo” (Offshore) reimagines the journey of adventurous souls navigating the waves, through materials resembling ropes, fishing nets, and colors of sea blue, silver, and deep purple, evoking strength and a desire to break free from the safety zone.
Bi Nguyen’s “Swan Lake” brings a romantic touch with shades of white, silver, and gray, inspired by the classic ballet. The designs are soft and ethereal, crafted from organza, feathers, and crystals, creating a delicate yet powerful sensation – much like the swan dances beneath the moonlit sea.
Meanwhile, Huynh Thanh Tho’s “Twilight” conveys the beauty of the ocean’s sunset with hues of orange, purple, navy blue, and metallic fabrics, paired with sheer chiffon. The collection brings a sophisticated and seasoned depth to the runway.
Closing the show is Tin Nguyen’s collection “Live Your Art” – a declaration of living art. Unbound by convention, each design is a bold, creative statement with diverse materials, daring colors, and innovative shapes. Tin Nguyen shared: “Fashion should be a personal voice, free, authentic, and doesn’t need to resemble anyone else.”
Music – Emotions – A visual feast never seen before at NovaWorld
In addition to fashion, NovaWorld Fashion Fest 2025 was a grand visual art celebration, blending music and stage design seamlessly. Singer Dong Nhi made a stunning appearance and energized the atmosphere with her hit songs such as “Tu Nhien,” “Ky Si,” and “Anh Sao,” making the audience passionately sing along amidst the vibrant beach setting illuminated with lights.
The presence of Lam Khanh Chi, Nguyen Le Nam Anh, Nguyen Minh Thu, Phan Dang Trung Duong, along with the charming hosts Hoa Hau Ha Bich Ngoc and Chi Kim Hoang, created a diverse range of emotional transitions throughout the program: from gentle and feminine to explosive, filled with the spirit of a summer festival.
NovaWorld Fashion Fest 2025 was not only a platform where over 100 beauty icons shone, but also a pinnacle of art, blending fashion, music, and nature. In the open space of the ocean, each Miss, Mister, and model not only walked the runway but also carried with them a gaze, values, and the spirit of the new era: living beautifully, living with strength, and living with inspiration.
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