On the evening of 21/6, Do Manh Cuong concluded Vietnam International Fashion Week with a show featuring 150 models and nearly 200 monochrome designs. H'Hen Nie opened the show in a black and white-trimmed sports outfit, paired with chunky boots.

The Spring-Summer 2026 collection was divided into three main parts: sporty chic attire, party wear utilizing romantic Greek pleating and draping techniques, and Y2K-inspired dresses combined with the balloon technique.

Ky Duyen, Thanh Thuy, Tieu Vy catwalked in the show. Video: Y Ly

The designs emphasized high applicability, suitable for various occasions such as work, casual outings, or events. Key silhouettes highlighted included off-shoulder tops, mini skirts, A-line midi dresses, wide-leg pants, and pencil skirts.

Some designs drew inspiration from 1990s fashion, featuring the trend of dresses worn over pants.

Compared to previous DMC collections, these designs exuded a more youthful spirit, incorporating crop tops and super short shorts, a global trend since 2024.

High-cut bodysuits were showcased with athletic striped tops and wide-leg pants, complemented by two-in-one pleated skirts.

Miss Thanh Thuy (left) and Tieu Vy modeled party dresses featuring the balloon shaping technique. This method involves complex cutting and sewing, using folds and elasticated gathers to maximize the volume of the garment's body, then narrowing it at the hem. The balloon style first surged in the 1980s, a flourishing period for maximalism. As a long-time admirer and practitioner of maximalism, Do Manh Cuong has consistently incorporated the balloon technique into his collections.

From left, model Vo Hoang Yen, actress Anh Thu, and Miss H'Hen Nie presented sporty and balloon-style ensembles.

Designer Do Manh Cuong's children also participated in the show: Nhim (left), Linh Dan (right), and MyMy.