Miss Emily Hong Nhung returns to the Runway as a Modern-Day Fairytale Muse

An Enduring Bond with Fashion and Designer Tran Hung

Miss Emily Hong Nhung and designer Tran Hung share a creative synergy that spans years. Back in 2017, she turned heads in a striking editorial wearing his creations, celebrated for their artisanal craftsmanship, delicate embroidery, intricate embellishments, and airy, lightweight textures.

Following multiple collaborations across both domestic and international fashion circuits, Emily reunited with Tran Hung for a landmark milestone: the designer’s 10th-anniversary showcase in Ho Chi Minh City.

Taking to her personal page, the beauty could hardly contain her excitement for this special rendezvous. For Emily, stepping back onto the runway was far more than just a fashion showcase - it was a heartfelt reunion with a designer who had walked beside her since the earliest days of her creative journey.

Titled L’Empreinte du Temps, the show commemorated Tran Hung’s decade-long legacy of innovation. The collection centered on the enduring imprints of time left upon fabrics, meticulous artisanal craftsmanship, and the values enriched through the years.

Elevating Vietnamese Fashion to the Global Stage

Before gracing Tran Hung’s runway in Ho Chi Minh City, Emily Hong Nhung had cultivated an extensive portfolio across diverse fashion roles.

In 2017, she introduced her label, Emile, to Singapore, where contestants of Miss Universe Singapore showcased her designs. A year later, her creations took center stage at Miss Tourism International in Malaysia.

She also unveiled the collection My Queens, continuing to project her creative voice onto the global fashion stage.

In the ensuing years, Emily remained a fixture across major industry events, from domestic fashion weeks to international appearances. The press captured her presence in Paris, alongside prominent appearances across prestigious catwalks in Vietnam.

Her international footprint expanded significantly to London Fashion Week in 2025, where Emily captivated audiences with her commanding runway presence.

From London, her sartorial voyage continued across Asia. In late 2025, Emily was invited to serve as an Honorary Judge at Miss Fashion International 2025 in Shanghai, an event gathering contestants worldwide.

Her appearance in Shanghai marked a pivotal evolution in her fashion repertoire. Moving beyond the role of front-row guest or runway model, she assessed contestants on poise, performance, and fashion sensibility, while personally presenting top honors.

Beyond the runway, Emily has graced the covers of international publications, including Grazia (August issue) and OK! Dubai, continually solidifying her global profile.

The Fairytale-Inspired White Gown

Returning to Ho Chi Minh City after her global ventures, Emily made an unforgettable visual statement on Tran Hung’s runway in an architectural white masterpiece.

The gown featured a corseted bodice contrasted with an expansive, voluminous skirt. The focal point lay in the cascading train, laden with soft 3D floral appliqués that created the illusion of a blossoming garden with every stride.

Despite its dramatic proportions, the silhouette maintained an effortless grace. The clean, off-the-shoulder neckline provided a delicate juxtaposition to the sculpted fullness of the skirt.

Emily punctuated the all-white ensemble with contrasting black stilettos. While the gown evoked the romance of a fairytale princess, her flowing dark tresses, asymmetrical floral headpiece, and sharp, composed gaze infused the look with distinct high-fashion edge.

Commanding the Runway with Refined Restraint

On the catwalk, Emily maintained an unwavering poise and measured stride. Navigating the sweeping silhouette with natural ease, she gently glided down the runway, allowing the sculpted 3D blossoms to unfold dynamically with each step.

Her deliberate restraint in expression and movement let the dramatic craftsmanship take center stage. Surrounded by the architectural gown, dimensional petals, and runway atmosphere, Emily struck an effortless balance between the whimsy of a muse and the avant-garde cool of contemporary couture.

From London Fashion Week to Shanghai and back home to Vietnam, this reunion with Tran Hung represents an intriguing bridge in Emily Hong Nhung’s narrative. Seamlessly shifting between designer, international personality, and fashion judge, she makes a seamless return to where it all began: commanding the runway.