Dubai Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2027 continued to champion international design on its third day, with four Bogotá-based labels presenting collections inspired by Colombian identity, urban landscapes and natural environments, alongside a showcase celebrating the next generation of fashion talent.
Presented by the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce (CCB), Laura Aparicio, Adriana Capasso, ODA Store and Mónica Schuster by Sermetex took part in a dedicated Colombia Day, designed to connect the city’s fashion businesses with buyers and commercial partners across the Middle East.
Laura Aparicio opened the Colombian showcase with ‘NANDA’, a collection celebrating self-expression, confidence and empowered femininity. Drawing on Colombian identity and conscious design, the designer presented oversized silhouettes, sculptural forms and fluid fabrics in a saturated palette of yellow, red and blue.
Adriana Capasso followed with ‘TRACE’, inspired by the landscapes and sensory experiences of Colombia’s coffee plantations. Translating the rhythms of the Quindío region into contemporary designs, the collection combined architectural volumes, intricate textile manipulation and sculptural silhouettes. Footwear designer Liza Herrera complemented the looks with distinctive designs.
At ODA Store, ‘Convergencia’ explored the encounters and intersecting paths that shape identity. Inspired by Bogotá’s urban landscape, the collection juxtaposed structured tailoring with fluid forms, layered garments and intersecting details, with Herrera also contributing footwear to the presentation.
Mónica Schuster by Sermetex presented ‘ECLIPSE’, a couture eveningwear collection examining transformation, celestial beauty and feminine strength. Standout looks included Golden Aura and Golden Eclipse, featuring sculptural capes, celestial gold detailing, intricate hand embroidery and crystal embellishments.
The day concluded with FADTALENTS, which marked the 10th anniversary of FAD Institute of Luxury, Fashion & Style with a runway showcase featuring more than 20 emerging designers. The ready-to-wear collections explored experimental techniques, sculptural silhouettes and contemporary design, highlighting the institute’s focus on developing new fashion talent.
