CHAPTER III — THE MODERN REVIVAL OF LÃNH MỸ A
Lãnh Mỹ A, the distinctive black silk from Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, has long remained a quiet symbol of traditional skill and cultural significance. Through the work of designer Nguyen Cong Tri, this heritage textile is finding renewed purpose in contemporary designs. Lãnh Mỹ A has become a central part of his design language, a bridge […]
CHAPTER II – THE MAKING OF MẶC NƯA, ROOTED IN TIME
Behind the distinctive black sheen of Lãnh Mỹ A lies a process that is as technical as it is time-intensive. At the core is mặc nưa, a natural dye extracted from the fruit of the Diospyros mollis tree, indigenous to southern Vietnam. Unlike synthetic pigments, mặc nưa delivers a deep, layered black with subtle undertones […]
CHAPTER I – A REVERENCE FOR LÃNH MỸ A, THE BLACK SILK OF TÂN CHÂU
In the verdant cradle of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, where the river winds like a delicate filament, a silk was born quietly, purposefully. Known as Lãnh Mỹ A or lacquer silk, this material once defined an era of refinement in Vietnamese dress. With a surface as smooth as polished stone and a black so profound it […]
CONG TRI SPRING-SUMMER 2025
Step into the elegance of spring with CONG TRI Spring-Summer 2025 collection, where a vision of beauty unfolds, intricate and eternal. Inspired by Tchaikovsky’s Waltz of the Flowers, the collection embodies a symphony of delicate fabrics, vibrant hues, and exquisite craftsmanship. An artistry that transcends time, capturing the spirit of spring in full bloom.
GWYNETH PALTROW IN CONG TRI
American actress Gwyneth Paltrow lit up the red carpet in a CONG TRI design, attending the premiere of The Brothers Sun in Los Angeles. Gwyneth Paltrow gained prominence through iconic films of the 1990s, including Seven (1995), Emma (1996), Sliding Doors (1998), and A Perfect Murder (1998). She made a comeback to acting with her […]
ZHANG JIANI IN CONG TRI
Chinese singer-actress Zhang Jiani wore a CONG TRI design at Sisters Who Make Waves Season 4. Zhang Jiani has gained prominence through remarkable roles in the television series Palace II (2012) and Story of Yanxi Palace (2018).
TAN JIANCI IN CONG TRI
Chinese singer-actor Tan Jianci wore a CONG TRI design at Hunan Satellite TV New Year’s Eva Party. Tan Jianci has gained prominence through remarkable roles in films such as Winter Begonia (2020), Under the Skin (2022), and Lost You Forever (2023).
CYNTHIA ERIVO IN CONG TRI
American singer-actress Cynthia Erivo adorned in a CONG TRI design. gracing the stage at the Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, D.C. Cynthia Erivo gained widespread recognition for her portrayal of Celie in the musical The Color Purple (2015-2017), earning the 2016 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical and the 2017 Grammy Award for […]
JIN CHEN IN CONG TRI
Chinese actress Jin Chen wore a CONG TRI design at the Tencent Video All Star Night event in Macao. Jin Chen has gained prominence through remarkable roles in films such as Legend of Nine Tails Fox (2016), Candle in the Tomb: Mu Ye Gui Shi (2017), and Fearless Whispers (2019). Her captivating performances in these […]
KATY PERRY IN CONG TRI
American singer Katy Perry opted for a CONG TRI design during her live performance at the VinFuture Awards ceremony in Hanoi. Katy Perry stands as one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with a staggering global record of over 143 million units sold. Each of her studio albums released under the Capitol label […]
CHLOE BAILEY IN CONG TRI
American singer-songwriter Chloe Bailey showcased a design by CONG TRI at the premiere event for the film The Color Purple in Los Angeles. Chloe Bailey swiftly rose to prominence alongside her sister Halle Bailey through their musical project, Chloe x Halle. The duo released two studio albums, with their second, ‘Ungodly Hour’ (2020), garnering widespread […]
JODIE TURNER-SMITH IN CONG TRI
English actress Jodie Turner-Smith was a symbol of refined beauty in a CONG TRI design at the screening of ‘All of Us Strangers’ in Los Angeles. Jodie Turner-Smith, renowned for impressive roles in films such as ‘Queen & Slim’ (2019), ‘After Yang’ (2021), and ‘Anne Boleyn’ (2021), is not only a rising icon in the […]
