In the 1980s and 1990s, the wardrobes and “study corners” of many young Vietnamese girls were plastered with posters of a female singer with platinum hair, liberal dress, and a confident, powerful pose. That was Samantha Fox - a model and singer from England, who “stirred up” the cassette tapes and VHS video tapes with Disco songs that “made me want to stand up and dance” such as: Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now, Touch Me (I Want Your Body) or I Only Wanna Be with You.

Samantha Fox is one of the most iconic figures of 1980s pop culture, not only in the UK but also around the world. With her captivating voice and bold fashion sense, she became a role model for many young people and left a lasting mark on the history of both international music and fashion.

Originally a model, Samantha Fox began focusing on her music career in 1986 with her debut album Touch Me . The blonde beauty quickly scored points with the audience through her vibrant pop melodies combined with the popular dance sounds of the 1980s. The song Touch Me (I Want Your Body) not only topped the charts in the UK but also spread throughout Europe and the US, becoming one of the iconic songs of the decade and to this day, this hit still resounds every day in many places around the world because of its catchy melody and strong energy.

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A familiar image was posted on the wardrobes of many Vietnamese girls in the 1980s.

Samantha’s music is often cheerful and dynamic, reflecting the free and liberal spirit of the youth of that time. She is not afraid to experiment with many genres, from pop-rock to dance-pop, creating diversity and richness in her musical career. Her strong, sexy voice combined with “listen once and remember forever” melodies have helped her capture the hearts of millions of fans worldwide.

Samantha Fox not only shaped her own fashion style but also created a strong wave of influence on young people in the 1980s. With her personal style, she broke the rigid barriers of traditional fashion, opening a new era in which personality and rebellion were promoted.

The 1980s were a time of explosive pop culture and Samantha Fox was one of the iconic icons representing a sexy, seductive yet strong and individual fashion style. Leather biker jackets combined with crop-tops or glittering bodysuits showed boldness and sexiness without losing confidence and power. This style encouraged young people to break free from stereotypes and explore their own personality through fashion messages.

Samantha Fox’s innovative style was quickly embraced by European youth. Her stage and everyday outfits were copied by fashionistas through the combination of tight-fitting clothes, leather pants, and striking accessories such as headbands, large earrings, and high boots. European youth in the 1980s considered her a model for breaking through the previously restrictive social norms of expressing style and personality.

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Samantha Fox also contributed to shaping the concept of "sexiness" in a more modern and open way.

Samantha Fox has conveyed the message that sexiness is not only about appearance but also about being confident, bold and ready to take control of your own life. Sexiness must also come from within, in your personality and lifestyle. This is also the reason why many young people not only in Europe but also in America and Asia love her for both her music and the way Samantha inspires through fashion.

In Europe, Samantha Fox is not only a music star but also a cultural phenomenon. She represents the free spirit, the freedom and the desire to explore of young people. Her songs regularly appear on the charts, television and radio, becoming an indispensable part of entertainment life.

In Vietnam in the 1980s, Samantha Fox's fashion, although not as popular as in Europe, still penetrated through cassette tapes, VHS videos, posters and images in foreign magazines that many people brought back. Many young Vietnamese people in the past, especially in urban areas such as Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, began to imitate her style through their own creative ways. Young girls sewed their own crop-tops, tight skirts or paired jeans with star-printed shirts as a way to approach international fashion in a limited context.

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At 58, Samantha Fox is still full of energy with music.

Samantha Fox’s fashion style helped Vietnamese youth in the 1980s to be more bold in expressing their personality and breaking away from traditional ways of dressing. Despite many cultural barriers, the influence of Samantha’s style sparked a passion for modern fashion, laying the foundation for the development of new trends in the following years.

Until now, when mentioning Samantha Fox, later generations may feel the name sounds a bit "strange" but when I Only Wanna Be with You, Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now or Touch Me are heard, they immediately feel familiar and can sing along. From cassette tapes, VHS video tapes to now Apple Music, Spotify, Samantha Fox's music and style continue to spread to many generations to come and the singer herself still tours continuously around the world.

The Dalat Spring Concert in the dreamy city of Dalat on the evening of December 21st marks the first time the "sexy symbol" of the foggy land has come and performed in Vietnam. Samantha Fox, Boney M.Liz Mitchell and Joy - familiar names not only of Disco music but also of a golden age of popular culture in the 1980s - will stand on stage together and perform for free for the audience at Lam Vien Square, Dalat City, Lam Dong Province. This is also the first time a series of world-class artists have been invited by IB Group Vietnam to perform in the city of thousands of flowers on a special occasion of the year-end festival.

Samantha Fox shared: “I am so happy to be invited to perform in Vietnam for the first time. I have toured all over Asia before but have never been to Vietnam. This is a place I have always wanted to visit, because I have only seen it in pictures, and to me, it is a land of mystery and beauty.

Not only is this my first time visiting your wonderful country, but it is also my first time performing for my lovely audiences in Vietnam. I am very excited about this and hope to return soon to perform more shows for you!”

The singer expressed her excitement at meeting Vietnamese fans, experiencing the culture and architecture, and cannot wait to enjoy the cuisine here. “Since this time I am only here for one night, I am planning to return to Vietnam in the new year for a longer vacation. I will make sure to bring you a great show. It will be inspiring, vibrant moments and I will perform all the familiar songs from the 1980s to the present. See you again Vietnam!”, said Samantha Fox.

Do Le
Photos, clips: IB

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