The fashion industry is experiencing remarkable growth, not only as a field of creativity but also as a cultural bridge, spreading inspiration to all generations. Recognizing this potential, Global Student Fashion Week (GSFW) 2025 – the world’s first fashion week dedicated to students – has officially been established, providing an international platform where young designers can freely showcase their talent and boundless creativity. Aligning with this goal, the Faculty of Garment Design at Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City has joined this event, reaffirming its pioneering position in integrating education with the realities of the global fashion industry.
Global Student Fashion Week 2025 – International-level fashion playground
Global Student Fashion Week (GSFW) 2025, the world’s first fashion week exclusively for students, is a groundbreaking event in the global fashion industry. Taking place over seven days in Vietnam, GSFW serves not only as a creative playground but also as a convergence of excellence, featuring 150 talented young designers from 30 prestigious universities worldwide. The event will also welcome more than 6,000 guests, including 999 beauty queens and kings serving as Global Ambassadors, along with 900 professional dancers.
GSFW 2025 offers fashion students a platform to showcase their talent, express their creative individuality, and connect with top recruiters while accessing cutting-edge fashion trends. With an impressive blend of high-class collections, the radiant presence of beauty queens and kings, and professional performance expertise, GSFW promises to make a “big bang”, cementing its position as one of the 10 most influential fashion weeks in the world.
Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh University and Faculty of Garment Design: The leading flags in human resources training for the fashion industry
Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City, one of Vietnam’s leading educational institutions, consistently pioneers in training talented young professionals to meet the increasing demands of the labor market. With over a decade of development, the Faculty of Garment Design (FGD) has established its position through an advanced training program that harmoniously combines foundational knowledge, in-depth practical skills, and innovative creative thinking.
With a strategic vision to become a leading institution in garment technology and fashion design education, the FGD continuously innovates and elevates the quality of its education. From updating modern curricula and investing in state-of-the-art facilities to fostering international collaborations, the faculty has demonstrated relentless efforts in creating a comprehensive and creative learning environment.
To further advance its mission, the FGD at Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City has officially joined as a showcasing institution at Global Student Fashion Week 2025.
Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City and Global Student Fashion Week constructing the global fashion industry
Recently, the signing ceremony of the cooperation agreement between the Faculty of Garment Design of Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City and Global Student Fashion Week took place, marking a significant step in elevating Vietnam’s fashion industry on the global map. The event was attended by leaders and faculty members from the Faculty of Garment Technology and Fashion, including Dr. Nguyen Mau Tung (Dean), MSc. Pham Thi Thao (Vice Dean), and leading experts such as MSc. Le Si Hoang and MSc. Mai Cam Tu. Accompanying them were prominent representatives from GSFW, including Dr., Violinist Nguyen Quynh Nhu – Senior Advisor and Southern Representative of Global Student Fashion Week, Dr. Ly Thi Mai – Deputy Director of the Institute for Vietnamese Costume Research and Advisor for Global Student Fashion Week; and Mr. Park Bong Kyu – CEO of the Korean CEO Summit, Chairman of the World Blockchain Summit MARVELS, Chairman of SUMMIT Club, Founder of CICON (Culture and Innovation Conference), MSc. Ngo Thi Hong – Lecturer at College of Technology II, Member of the Advisory Board for ECOTECH Village – TECHFEST VIETNAM, Representative of the Startup Board for Global Student Fashion Week, and Ms. Sally Nguyen – CEO of Q&S Entertainment.
This collaboration not only reaffirms Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City’s position as a leader in training high-quality professionals but also opens golden opportunities for students to experience a professional fashion environment, access international trends, and showcase their creative talents. It marks a significant milestone, promising a bright future for Vietnam’s fashion industry and the global stage, driving breakthroughs in education and creative practice.
This is also a chance for young Vietnamese designers to confidently establish their names. Let’s look forward to stunning performances and an inspiring journey from young designers at Global Student Fashion Week 2025!
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