Standing out in a pure white, elegant, and magnificent design, Ngoc Mai – the model presenting for Hanoi Open University’s collection – captivated the entire audience at the Global Student Fashion Week 2025 announcement event from her very first steps on the runway. At 16 years old, with a striking height of 1.75m and a confident presence, Ngoc Mai became the youngest model to appear at the launch of the world’s largest student fashion week. From that very stage, the image of a “white blossom” – both pure and powerful – left a lasting impression on fashion enthusiasts.
Boldness of a young figure: When maturity doesn’t wait for age
At just 16 years old, Ngoc Mai possesses a calm demeanor and confident poise that not many models her age can achieve. From her very first steps on the runway, Mai demonstrated remarkable stage control – sharp eyes, graceful movements, refined expressions, and seamless harmony with her outfit. More than just a beautiful face, Ngoc Mai embodies rigorous training, unwavering passion, and the courage to challenge herself – qualities that define a future professional model.
Ngoc Mai’s presence at the GSFW 2025 announcement event was no coincidence. It was the result of a journey of learning, dedication, and surpassing age-related limitations. She has proven that talent knows no bounds and that maturity comes from ambition and a serious approach to one’s craft.
Representing Hanoi Open University: Intellectual beauty accompanying fashion personality
Ngoc Mai being chosen as the model for Hanoi Open University at the GSFW 2025 announcement event holds significance beyond personal achievement – it symbolizes a new generation that is youthful, confident, academically strong, and ready for global integration. The outfit she wore was a fusion of visual artistry and cultural symbolism, featuring a dominant white palette accented with crystals, white flowers, and intricate embellishments, evoking the image of a blossom that is both pure and powerful.
In the iconic setting of the Hanoi Museum, Ngoc Mai’s radiant presence on the runway not only embodied contemporary fashion but also reflected the depth of culture, academia, and the harmony between tradition and modernity.
GSFW 2025 – Starting point of big journeys
Global Student Fashion Week 2025 is a large-scale international event organized by Voyage Group, under the patronage of the Vietnam Record Association, in collaboration with the Vietnam Martyr Families Support Association. Taking place from December 4 to 9, 2025, in Hanoi, the event will bring together over 30 universities, 150 young designers, 999 global ambassadors, and thousands of experts, KOLs, models, and international guests.
GSFW 2025 is more than just a fashion showcase – it is a platform that bridges education, creativity, and the market. This event serves as a launchpad for talented students to connect with the global fashion network, gain hands-on experience in industry-driven fashion models, and take the first steps in building their personal brands within the international fashion scene. The selection of a young model like Ngoc Mai to perform at the GSFW announcement event further reinforces the program’s commitment to inclusivity and the opportunities it offers to rising talents.
A dot for a beginning, not a full stop
The moment Ngoc Mai appeared in her dazzling white floral-adorned gown, surrounded by thousands of spectators and the sound of music, was one that the media could not overlook – not for its external glamour, but for the inspiring journey behind it: one of courage, perseverance, and an unwavering drive to go further.
Ngoc Mai is not just the youngest model to perform at GSFW; she represents a new generation – a generation of knowledge, creativity, and limitless dreams.
