Nguyẽn Lan Anh, International People’s Choice Winner

Nguyẽn Lan Anh, International People’s Choice Winner

Nguyẽn Lan Anh, International People’s Choice Winner

Nguyẽn Lan Anh, International People’s Choice Winner

 

 

Lan Anh said of her People’s Choice winning design HORN-TO-HOPE: “It unites the strength of the rhino with the resilience of the orchid to symbolise endurance through adversity. Rhinos, threatened by poaching, and orchids, thriving in harsh conditions, become a single emblem of perseverance and care.”

A recent graduate of Hoa Sen University in Vietnam, Lan Anh was her class valedictorian, leaving with a solid foundation in design principles, strong technical skills and a deep passion for creativity.

 

 

She said: “I aspire to contribute to the dynamic fashion industry with fresh perspectives and a sincere dedication to craftsmanship.”

Explaining the motivation behind HORN-TO-HOPE, Lan Anh said: “The piece is a reminder of the beauty within struggle – and of our responsibility to protect what’s at risk. We may be the cause of their suffering, but we can also be the reason they survive.”