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Riyadh Fashion Week is back for its second edition
by Modem – Posted October 17 2024
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The Saudi Fashion Commission has officially announced that Riyadh Fashion Week will take place across three premier venues: Tuwaiq Palace, Digital City, and JAX District, from October 17 to 22, 2024. As a globally recognized platform, RFW continues to attract the best in the fashion world, showcasing the finest in couture, evening wear, ready-to-wear, and streetwear.

Throughout this five-day celebration of creativity and style, attendees will experience a series of runway shows, exclusive brand presentations, and a bespoke showroom. Buyers will gain insight into the diversity of Saudi fashion, from streetwear icons like 1886 to cutting-edge couture with up-coming brands, among them JUBB, stepping into the spotlight.

Following the success of Riyadh Fashion Week’s inaugural edition in 2023 and the Saudi 100 Brands showcase at Paris Fashion Week earlier this year, further establishing The Kingdom as a global fashion powerhouse. Saudi100 Brands is a long-term strategic initiative of the Saudi Fashion Commission aimed at supporting generations of Saudi Fashion Brands and contributing to the development of a sustainable local Fashion industry, to create exciting cultural bridges between the Kingdom and the rest of the world.

This edition promises a vibrant lineup, bringing together over 30 of Saudi Arabia’s most dynamic fashion houses. Attendees will be treated to a cross-cultural exchange of craftmanship and innovation that underscores our commitment in propelling the local fashion industry on an international scale.

“Riyadh Fashion Week stands at the forefront of positioning Saudi Arabia as a dynamic center for fashion and creativity," stated Burak Cakmak, ceo of the Fashion Commission. "This event is a gateway for fostering homegrown talent, igniting new opportunities in fashion and retail, and driving both local and international engagement. By creating a platform for cultural exchange, we are celebrating the diversity and innovation of Saudi designers while elevating their impact on the global fashion stage.”

Founded in 2020, the Saudi Fashion Commission is leading the charge in developing the Kingdom’s fashion sector. Through strategic investments and progressive regulatory frameworks, the commission supports the next generation of Saudi designers, empowering them to reach their full potential. The commission also plays a vital role in preserving the Kingdom’s rich fashion heritage, while driving innovation and progress in the industry. In collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, the commission is helping shape a thriving cultural sector, ensuring that Saudi Arabia’s unique traditions are preserved and elevated.



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