There is a quiet, luminous depth to Thảo Tâm that stays with you long after the conversation ends. She is a rare blend of sharp intellect and soft grace, a thinker who doesn’t just inhabit a role, but deconstructs the very essence of human experience. For her, creativity isn’t about finding instant answers; it’s about having the courage to ask the right questions and the resilience to follow them toward the light.
A Love Letter to Art” from Thảo Tâm: “Every character, much like every life, walks hand-in-hand with highs and lows. But if you have the courage to start, and the resilience to keep going, you will find a radiant light waiting at the end of the path.
What are you most grateful for?
My family and my two cats, who are always by my side. The health to work and wander. The freedom to dress with style, and the privilege of burning with passion for my craft.
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| Your creative ritual? I analyze stories or characters from every conceivable angle, then write down every question that pops up. When I dive into the creative process, I simply follow those questions to find my answers. |
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An object that inspires you?
Not an object, but my two cats. They master the balance between independence and affection. Raising them taught me a complete way of living:
Be self-sufficient, but don’t forget to show love.
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A message you’d like to share?
There’s light at the end of the tunnel.
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Every character, like every life, has its highs and lows. But if you have the courage to start, and the resilience to keep going, you will find that radiant light waiting for you. |
A verse or saying instead of “I love you”?
Love is easy.
Your comfort at the end of the day?
A hug that lasts until I’m the one ready to let go.
A snapshot of love?
Waking up to a sun-drenched room. A cat curled up on my left, and an arm holding me tight on my right.
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Perhaps the true beauty of Thảo Tâm lies in her remarkable balance: the ability to be fiercely independent yet tenderly affectionate, much like the graceful feline companions she so deeply admires. She reminds us that while the creative journey requires rigorous analysis, life itself is best felt through those simple, sun-drenched moments: a long and comforting hug, a quiet morning, and the unwavering belief that love can, indeed, be easy. Thank you, Thảo Tâm, for showing us that when we seek with patient curiosity and lead with gratitude, we will always find the bright radiance at the very end of every winding dark tunnel.
About Gòn.S and Affor.est
Gòn.s was born of a fidelity to Vietnam’s craft traditions, weaving their stories and textures into modern design as a living archive of artisans’ hands.
The studio brings the essence of Vietnam directly into the modern home, offering a world where heritage craftsmanship converges with contemporary design. Its handcrafted furniture pieces are more than mere objects; they are vessels for the Vietnamese soul. Each creation stands as a testament to the skill and artistry of the brand’s artisans, ensuring that every individual piece remains entirely one-of-a-kind.
What was Gon.s’s concept for Thảo Tâm’s set design?
When we first saw Thảo Tâm, the immediate image that came to mind was “flowers”: a natural, pure association that required no forced comparison.
Guided by that inspiration, we gathered intersecting elements to complete the vision: from Phu’s “10 Seasons of Flowers” painting and the petal-shaped leaves of the Schefflera plant, to Achi’s Gòn.s lamps, whose overlapping strokes mimic the look of a blooming flower. Even Chiron’s arrival with fresh flowers for the shoot felt like a wonderful stroke of serendipity.
Interview Thảo Tâm
Dnnly 2025 | @dnnly_vietnam
Nội dung: Phạm Việt Thắng
Graphic: Hải Mân
Art concepts: dandu
Photographs: Chiron Duong
Supporter: Hải Mân
Model: Thảo Tâm
Set design: @gon.s_saigon
Plant: @affor.est
