To be held from February 1-6, 2025 at the Dubai Design District (d3). Dubai Fashion Week will showcase Autumn/Winter 2025-26 collections. Positioned ahead of Paris, Milan, New York, and London on the global fashion calendar, this edition will feature over 30 international brands, showcasing the region's growing influence in luxury fashion and design.
Designers from across the world including France, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Russia, Turkiye, and the UAE, will participate in this show, highlighting the Middle East's rich craftsmanship and design talent.
The event will commence with the Instagram DFW Party and proceed with previous initiatives like Round Table discussions. Khadija Al Bastaki, Senior Vice President, Dubai Design District, states, Middle East’s growing demand for luxury fashion and its diverse craftsmanship continues to position it as a thriving hub for design talent.”
Several global fashion houses will make their debut at this year’s edition of the event. These will include the Australian couture house Paolo Sebastian and Istanbul-based Les Benjamins. New York-based British-Iraqi designer, Tara Babylon will launch her first avant-garde eveningwear collection while Indian couture house Manish Malhotra will close the week with a grand finale.
Renowned brands like BLSSD, Michael Cinco, Lama Jouni, and Dima Ayad will also return to the show with their collections.
In addition to runway shows, the event features exclusive gatherings hosted by That Concept Store and Etoile Boutique, along with city-wide activations. The final day will host private presentations for buyers, offering an exclusive look at collections from regional and global talent.
Emphasising the signifance of the event, Mohammed Aqra, Chief Strategy Officer, Arab Fashion Council, says, Dubai Fashion Week continues to demonstrate the city’s ability to unite a global community, from its diverse roster of designers to the international buyers it attracts.
With its mix of established and emerging talent, Dubai Fashion Week 2025 promises to solidify the city’s position as a leading force in the global fashion industry.
