An Ode to Eternal Summer: VICETA WANG Debuts 'Floral Odyssey' at PMFF 2025

The 2025 PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival once again proved why it holds its crown as Australia’s premier consumer fashion event. Held in the grand halls of the iconic Melbourne Exhibition Building, this year’s celebration of creativity and diversity delivered unforgettable moments across its many runways. But amid the layers of winter styling and street-savvy looks, the Resort Glam runway offered a breath of balmy air—an ethereal escape to a place where summer never ends.

At the heart of this resort-themed reverie was VICETA WANG, making a striking debut with its first-ever resort collection titled "Floral Odyssey."

Celebrating feminine energy and nature, “Floral Odyssey” marks a new chapter for VICETA WANG, marrying the brand’s signature elevated femininity with a fresh resort flavour. The collection explores the delicate yet powerful essence of feminine energy through the lens of nature—imagining a utopia where identity is celebrated, expression is effortless, and every piece tells a story of strength and softness in equal measure.

Drawing from the brand’s heritage, the collection features handcrafted techniques, delicate silk flowers, and dramatic fringe details, bringing artistry to the forefront. Through its palette and silhouettes, “Floral Odyssey” evokes a dreamscape garden where movement and structure coexist—refined tailoring meets flowing forms, soft ruffles echo alongside architectural lines.

The runway came alive with two signature floral prints and a spectrum of soft resort hues—pastel greens, sunshine yellows, blush pinks, warm oranges, and muted golds. Each look unfolded like a scene from an illustrated botanical world. Highlights included mechanical silk blooms adorning a floor-length fringed gown, delicate hooded ensembles juxtaposed with structured-hip suiting, innovative silk feather techniques, matching fringed accessories, and a meticulous mix of lace, pleating, and ruffles—every texture a whisper of nature’s beauty. 

The excitement wasn’t limited to the runway. The front row shimmered with notable guests, many of whom donned VICETA WANG creations for the event, including Sharon Johal, actor and influencer, who radiated strength and elegance in the sculptural Moon Dress—a couture vision in form. Danielle Collins, journalist and TV producer & presenter, brought fierce vibrancy in a standout red power suit, while Philippa Northeast, actor, turned heads in a dramatic sheer skirt paired with a lavishly embellished jacket adorned with over 300 handmade silk roses—each bloom a tribute to VICETA WANG’s meticulous craftsmanship.

The buzz around VICETA WANG’s debut resort collection was undeniable, earning a mention in Harper’s Bazaar Australia and cementing the brand as one to watch on the international stage. “Floral Odyssey” wasn’t just a collection—it was a celebration of bespoke artistry, and the infinite beauty of womanhood.

As the lights dimmed on the Resort Glam runway, VICETA WANG’s garden of dreams left a lasting impression—proving that fashion, when rooted in intention and imagination, can transport us anywhere.