Inspired by Ben Tre’s green Siamese coconuts, designer Cong Quy presents “CO2XIEMXANH” as part of the Grand Fashion Show – Vietnam NextGen Fashion Era 2. The collection blends the Boho Chic aesthetic with handcrafted details, fluid silhouettes, and a color palette evocative of the natural landscapes of Vietnam’s southwestern region, offering a distinctive approach to resort wear.
A coconut-inspired fashion idea
In “CO2XIEMXANH,” Ben Tre’s green Siamese coconuts serve as the starting point for designer Cong Quy’s creative narrative. This familiar symbol of Vietnam’s southwestern region is transformed into inspiration for a collection centered on the resort lifestyle, bringing local materials and artisanal influences together in a cohesive fashion statement.
Green Siamese coconuts are closely associated with the landscape and everyday life of Ben Tre, giving the collection a distinct local identity from the outset. Rather than expanding the theme into multiple layers of meaning, Cong Quy focuses on recognizable elements of the local environment, including leafy greens, wood browns, beige, and earthy tones.
Drawing on a familiar image, “CO2XIEMXANH” explores a more approachable direction for resort wear. The collection places emphasis on freedom, lightness, and the connection between clothing and its natural surroundings.
Boho Chic style reimagined in a resort concept
The Boho Chic style is one of the defining elements of “CO2XIEMXANH.” Fluid, free-flowing silhouettes bring versatility to the garments while preserving the signature elegance of resort wear.
In resort fashion, silhouettes often play an important role in creating a comfortable wearing experience. In “CO2XIEMXANH,” this spirit is expressed through draped lines and gentle movement, complemented by handcrafted details that add visual interest to the overall designs.
This approach allows the collection to retain the free-spirited essence of Boho Chic while embracing an aesthetic suited to resort settings. The garments are presented in relation to natural surroundings, light, and movement, rather than being viewed solely as individual designs.
As a result, “CO2XIEMXANH” establishes a distinctive and wearable identity within the resort wear category, balancing the freedom of Boho Chic with refined, elegant lines.
Immaculate native identity and craftsmanship
Alongside its silhouettes, craftsmanship also contributes to the distinctive character of “CO2XIEMXANH.” Handmade-inspired details bring the collection closer to an aesthetic rooted in Vietnamese materials and traditional artisanal techniques.
Within the overall designs, craftsmanship serves as a complementary layer of detail that enhances the silhouettes. These elements lend the garments a sense of authenticity and approachability while adding visual interest to the structure of a resort wear collection.
The local inspiration is also reflected in the color palette. Green evokes coconut palm canopies, while wood brown recalls tree trunks and natural materials. Beige and neutral earth tones provide a softer foundation for the overall look. The shades are selected with restraint, maintaining a direct connection to the natural landscapes of Ben Tre.
The color palette therefore plays an important role in conveying the inspiration behind “CO2XIEMXANH.” From the colors to the handcrafted details, every element contributes to translating the imagery of Vietnam’s southwestern region into the language of resort fashion.
An appointment on the runway
Following its journey from the initial inspiration of green Siamese coconuts to its silhouettes, color palette, and handcrafted details, “CO2XIEMXANH” will continue its story at the Grand Fashion Show – Vietnam NextGen Fashion Era 2.
The runway will bring the designs together in a carefully curated presentation, fully expressing the Boho Chic spirit that designer Cong Quy has developed for the collection. Shades of green, wood brown, beige, and earth tones will come together, further highlighting the connection between fashion and the landscapes of Vietnam’s southwestern region.
With “CO2XIEMXANH,” inspiration drawn from a distinctive symbol of Ben Tre is translated into resort wear through the treatment of silhouettes, colors, and craftsmanship. The collection will make its official debut at the Grand Fashion Show – Vietnam NextGen Fashion Era 2 on October 9, 2026, at Thu Thiem Riverstage in Ho Chi Minh City.
