Inspired by April lilies, designer Xuan Le unveils the “Silence ’26” collection, continuing the persistent journey to bring Vietnamese silk to the world.

After more than 25 years dedicated to silk material, designer Xuan Le has just introduced the Silence ’26 collection, inspired by lilies, which he considers a “new language of emotion.”

Lilies Bloom on Vietnamese Silk

Inspired by the lily—a flower characteristic of April—the collection for both men and women not only recreates the image of this flower directly but also interprets it through .

Soft curved cuts and layers of gently draping silk evoke the movement of flower petals.

The color palette shifts from white, light green, and turquoise to stamen yellow, creating a cool, fresh feeling like a quiet summer day.

The highlight of the collection is the motifs created by artist Minh Pham, “repainted” on the garments with colors and emotions about lilies.

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When Vietnamese Silk Becomes a “Language of Emotion”

Xuan Le shared that this collection includes 25 pieces, ranging from streetwear and office wear to evening wear.

The women’s designs apply techniques of three-dimensional flower shaping, gradient embroidery, and embellishment to create visual depth while retaining the characteristic softness of .

The men’s designs continue to leverage the strength of handmade tailoring with a “concealing flaws” technique, combined with stylized lily embroidery details and minimalist yet not monotonous color palettes, embodying a contemporary workwear spirit.

According to the designer, the word “thinh” (silence) in the collection’s name carries a layer of meaning related to “tinh” (essence): refined in the artisan’s hands, exquisite in technique, and sophisticated in aesthetic perception.

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Three-dimensional flower details and gradient embroidery techniques enhance the value of silk designs

Bringing Ha Dong Silk to the International Stage

With over 20 years in the profession, Xuan Le is one of the designers persistently pursuing sustainable fashion with silk.

From the COCOON show in Scotland in 2011 to the Terrace Fields collection presented in Malta in 2014, her creative journey has always been linked to bringing Vietnamese materials

Vietnamese silk

Vietnamese silk is a celebrated traditional textile known for its exceptional softness, luster, and intricate patterns, often woven in villages like Van Phuc near Hanoi. Its history dates back over a thousand years, with techniques refined through generations to produce high-quality silk used in royal courts and daily life. Today, Vietnamese silk remains a symbol of cultural heritage, prized for both its craftsmanship and role in the country’s economic and artistic traditions.

Ha Dong Silk

Ha Dong Silk refers to the traditional silk-weaving craft from Hà Đông, a district in Hanoi, Vietnam. This silk, known for its fine quality and soft texture, has been produced for centuries, with the craft flourishing during the Nguyễn Dynasty. Today, it remains a symbol of Vietnamese heritage, though its production has declined due to modern industrial textiles.

COCOON show in Scotland

The COCOON show is a unique, immersive art and performance festival held in Scotland, often staged in a giant, inflatable, pod-like structure that travels to various locations. It was founded in 2004 by the Scottish arts company Visible Fictions, with the goal of creating intimate, sensory-rich theatrical experiences for small audiences. The show blends storytelling, music, and visual art, offering a magical, enclosed environment that has toured internationally.

Terrace Fields collection in Malta

The Terrace Fields in Malta are a UNESCO World Heritage site, representing a traditional agricultural landscape shaped over centuries. These dry-stone terraces were built by farmers to cultivate crops on the island’s steep, rocky slopes, dating back to the Phoenician and Roman periods. They reflect Malta’s enduring cultural practice of adapting to limited arable land through ingenious land management.