the modern tonkin princess.
A mark of change. From discovery, to taste.
Tonkin: northern Vietnam during the French colonial period. The term Tonkin was never officially used by the Vietnamese to describe their country. Tonkin was centered on the densely populated and intensively cultivated Red River delta. Can be considered as a derogatory term.
Tonkin Princess Collection was inspired by Vietnam colonial times. Western worlds take inspiration from our times. We would like to make an attempt of this, show them how it’s done.
natural, damsel in distress, driven, seductive,
signature haltered design.
beauty of modern Vietnamese women, through 1950s lens.
aahlaii collection
material: brocade. custom-tailored.
Growing up in Vietnam, I was constantly surrounded by an array of captivating patterns that unconsciously inspired my creativity. This experience allowed me to recognize that art is ubiquitous, and that Vietnam boasts a plethora of distinctive garment design styles, particularly those featuring brocade. This fascination eventually led me to launch a bespoke contemporary fashion brand called "aahlaii", utilizing brocade, a prestigious fabric often found in traditional Vietnamese garments, to authentically display and celebrate Vietnamese body image while also being inclusive and respectful of diverse body types and sizes. Our brand pays tribute to Vietnam's rich cultural history while providing a modern, inclusive approach to fashion.
