Dubai Fashion Week (DFW) is set to return from the 1st to the 6th of February 2025 for its Autumn/Winter 2025/26 edition.
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Taking place at Dubai Design District (d3), the event promises a dynamic mix of creativity, global talent, and business innovation, highlighted by the debut of a new Buyers Programme.
The event will feature over 25 distinguished brands from countries including France, India, Indonesia, Italy, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, and the UAE.
DFW’s Autumn/Winter 2025/26 edition will celebrate the richness of fashion with ready-to-wear and haute couture collections gracing the runway.
Guests can expect captivating showcases from established and emerging designers, as well as exclusive presentations and private events hosted by global brands throughout the city.
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Senior Vice President of Dubai Design District (d3), Khadija Al Bastaki, expressed her excitement for the upcoming season, noting the event’s pivotal role in driving the region’s creative economy. “With Dubai Fashion Week commencing the global Autumn/Winter season, we are not only fostering creativity but also creating impactful business opportunities through our new Buyers Programme. This platform underscores Dubai’s significance as a hub for innovative fashion and economic growth,” said Al Bastaki.
Introducing the Buyers Programme
This season introduces the highly anticipated Buyers Programme, designed to bridge the gap between visionary designers and global buyers. Aimed at empowering regional and international talent, the initiative offers direct access to curated collections, fostering connections that drive business growth and global market entry. Designers selected for the programme will gain invaluable exposure and networking opportunities with top-tier retailers.
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Arab Fashion Council’s Chief Strategy Officer, Mohammed Aqra, highlighted the transformative potential of the programme: “By connecting local talent with international buyers, we are empowering designers to grow sustainably while enhancing the global visibility of Arab fashion. This initiative will undoubtedly stimulate economic growth and elevate the region’s prominence in the fashion world.”
Designers can apply for the Buyers Programme online until 22 December 2024, with selected participants to be announced in early January 2025.
