A special ao dai (traditional Vietnamese dress) performance by the "flowers on the front lines".

(Dan Tri Newspaper) - Besides the performances by famous beauty queens, runners-up, and models, the appearance of former youth volunteers attracted special attention at the recent Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Festival 2025.

The opening night of the 11th Ho Chi Minh City Ao Dai Festival impressed with a performance of 270 ao dai (traditional Vietnamese dresses) from renowned designers. Among them, the "Flowers on the Front Line" collection by designer Lien Huong received particular attention.

Titled "Flowers on the Front Line," the collection aims to pay tribute to the women who fought and sacrificed for the peace of the country.

The collection, predominantly in red, pays tribute to the women who fought and sacrificed for the country's peace (Photo: Organizing Committee).

Using red as the dominant color, the collection expresses the vibrant spirit and determination of Vietnamese women during wartime. Images of flares, firecrackers, and gunfire are vividly recreated on the flowing ao dai dresses, creating a unique interplay between art and history.

The highlight of the collection is the combination of the ao dai and ao ba ba – garments associated with the image of women in the Southwestern region of Vietnam, female youth volunteers, or female soldiers of that era.

Miss Kieu Duy models outfits from the collection (Photo: Organizing Committee).

In addition, the checkered scarf from the resistance days was subtly incorporated onto the runway, bringing a modern touch while still retaining its traditional essence.

Notably, in addition to the beauty queens, runners-up, and models performing, the finale also featured the appearance of former youth volunteers and soldiers – the "flowers on the front lines" of that era.

The impressive performance by these "special models" received enthusiastic applause from the guests present. Many stood up and clapped, expressing their respect for these "flowers on the front lines."

The special appearance of former youth volunteers (Photo: Organizing Committee).

The designer shared: " Flowers on the Front Lines is not just a collection of ao dai (traditional Vietnamese dresses), but also a gift, a profound tribute to the women who wrote the glorious history of our nation. I want to use every stitch to tell the story of their resilience and optimism, like flowers blooming amidst the flames of war."

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/giai-tri/man-trinh-dien-ao-dai-dac-biet-cua-cac-bong-hoa-tren-tuyen-lua-20250309104750081.htm