Fiancée of 'Messi of Vietnam' showcases three classic wedding dresses

By Trang Shaelyn   March 19, 2024 | 06:44 pm PT
Chu Thanh Huyen, the fiancée of midfielder Nguyen Quang Hai, hailed as the “Messi of Vietnam” by French media, donned three wedding dresses characterized by their classic style for the pre-wedding photo session.
Fiancée of 'Messi of Vietnam' showcases three classic wedding dresses

Originating from the “Pearl of the Far East” collection by Vietnamese designer Tra Linh, which debuted earlier this year, the dresses selected by Huyen exhibit a timeless elegance and are designed to beautifully highlight her silhouette.

Fiancée of 'Messi of Vietnam' showcases three classic wedding dresses

Her initial gown is a lace ensemble featuring a plunging V-neckline and distinctively voluminous shoulders, offering a blend of traditional and modern aesthetics for the future bride. Embellished with an array of large and small crystals along its neckline, the dress ensures that the bride radiates with elegance.

Fiancée of 'Messi of Vietnam' showcases three classic wedding dresses

An elegantly crystal-embellished slit at the rear of the gown permits a discreet showcase of Huyen’s slim waist.

Fiancée of 'Messi of Vietnam' showcases three classic wedding dresses

The gown, priced at VND50 million (US$2,020), has garnered praise for Huyen’s beauty and grace following the public reveal of her and Hai’s wedding photographs.

Fiancée of 'Messi of Vietnam' showcases three classic wedding dresses

Her second attire is a mermaid dress inspired by classic designs, employing shaping techniques to emphasize the wearer’s waist and is adorned with crystal studs for added allure.

Fiancée of 'Messi of Vietnam' showcases three classic wedding dresses

Retailing for VND76 million, this piece is enhanced with a detachable skirt, offering the ensemble greater flexibility and diversity.

Fiancée of 'Messi of Vietnam' showcases three classic wedding dresses

Huyen’s third wedding dress is a pink ombre mermaid gown that captures the beguiling and enigmatic essence of East Asian fashion, inspired by flower petals.

Fiancée of 'Messi of Vietnam' showcases three classic wedding dresses

In addition to its striking embroidered designs, the gown features a detachable skirt embellished with 3D flowers in pastel pink, further highlighting Huyen’s physique.

Fiancée of 'Messi of Vietnam' showcases three classic wedding dresses

Hai, 27, is celebrated for his accomplishments in sports, including clinching the gold medal at the SEA Games 2019, securing victory at the 2018 AFF Cup, and playing a key role in Vietnam’s notable participation in the 2021 World Cup qualifiers with the national team.

Huyen, 24, has made a name for herself as a digital influencer and entrepreneur, garnering more than 620,000 followers on TikTok.

The couple, who began their relationship in 2021, celebrated their engagement on Jan. 1 and are planning two wedding celebrations: one on a soccer field near Hai’s residence in the Dong Anh district of Hanoi on March 28, and another in the central region of the capital on April 6.

Hai acknowledged in a previous interview that he expects his impending nuptials to bring numerous positive changes in his career.

Photos by Linh Le Chi

 
 
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