Each woman carries a unique signal, a unique rhythm of life that can inspire others. That's the messge of designer Cuong Dam's new collection.
THE HANOI TIMES — Designer Cuong Dam's newly launched "The Signals" collection strikes a balance between restraint and freedom, between structure and wearability. Instead of framing the wearer, the outfits give women the freedom to be who they want to be.
Cuong Dam said each design is a living structure, multifaceted in shape, fabric, and accessories. Besides the delicate shapes, the collection also sends unique visual signals through the transformation of metal details, creating an impressive stereoscopic effect that honors the female body.
The collection's color palette is also full of surprises, moving smoothly from elegant neutrals to vibrant dawn tones, carrying a gentle and positive spirit of rebirth, reflecting the gentle yet powerful transformation of the modern woman.
Celine Nha Nguyen, the first Vietnamese woman to climb Mount Everest, is part of designer Cuong Dam's The Signals campaign.
In particular, "The Signals" campaign features Celine Nha Nguyen, a businesswoman, lawyer, and the first Vietnamese woman to climb Mount Everest.
"Signals are not always clear. Sometimes they come from a very small moment, but enough to make you stop and listen," said Celine.
Miss World Vietnam 2019 Luong Thuy Linh, meanwhile, brought a different perspective on how signals work in life. She believes that everyone has their own frequency, and she found part of it from "The Signals."
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