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The buzz was undeniable as over 170 aspiring models flocked to Amari Hotel in Vientiane on August 2 to take part in the official casting call for Lao Fashion Week 2025, an event that has become a national platform for fashion, creativity, and cultural pride.
(KPL) The buzz was undeniable as over 170 aspiring models flocked to Amari Hotel in Vientiane on August 2 to take part in the official casting call for Lao Fashion Week 2025, an event that has become a national platform for fashion, creativity, and cultural pride.
From students and young professionals to first-time hopefuls and seasoned runway walkers, the casting attracted a wide range of participants aged 16 to 30, many of whom had long dreamed of strutting down the catwalk in designs by Laos’ top fashion houses and international names.
This year’s judging panel featured industry experts, including renowned fashion designers, model mentors, and representatives from fashion brands such as Khang, Green Park Boutique Hotel, Eggamon, Pitnapat, Z Fashion TV, and MenFolder.
Ms. Phonetheva Xaysongkham, one of the casting judges, shared that this year’s turnout surpassed previous years, highlighting a growing interest in modeling among Lao youth. “We’re seeing more and more confident young people who are passionate about fashion and self-expression. It’s exciting,” she said.
A total of 60 finalists will be selected—40 females and 20 males—to walk in Lao Fashion Week 2025. The final lineup will be announced on the official Lao Fashion Week 2025 Facebook page.
Designer and casting judge Ms. Viengkham Nanthadouangsy, Founder of Khang, emphasized that Lao Fashion Week is more than just style—it’s a celebration of Lao identity through textile and design. “We want to promote Lao products and cultural expression. It’s truly inspiring to see so many applicants this year. For future hopefuls, focus on your runway walk, confidence, and facial expressions,” she advised.
Among the hopefuls were students from different academic backgrounds who shared their enthusiasm and pride in joining the event.
Ms. Phonsyphailin Vongsinason and Mr. Sithixak Thalongsengchan, medical students at the University of Health Sciences, and Mr. Oudomvilay Khamphan, an economics student at the National University of Laos, expressed their excitement: “We are thrilled and honored to be here. This is our first casting experience, and we came in fully confident. We’re hoping to make it!”
Lao Fashion Week has become a launching pad for many young talents, offering exposure to both local and international fashion scenes. For many in the 16–30 age group, the event is not just a fashion spectacle but also a showcase of youth ambition, cultural pride, and the evolving creativity of Lao
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