What is the event focus?

Global and Emirati fashion runway, showroom exhibitions, design awards, B2B/B2C networking.

Where and when is the event taking place?

5–8 September 2025; Dubai venue TBC.

Why you should not miss it?

It offers exposure to international buyers, media acclaim, award recognition, and a gateway into Dubai’s high-impact fashion ecosystem—leveraging proximity to other global fashion weeks and enhancing brand visibility

Is there a dress code for the event?

Fashion-forward runway attire for guests; designers and press expected to dress smart elegant.

IFWD 2025 - atndr

Name: IFWD 2025
Start: 2025-09-05T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-09-08T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Dubai

About this event

IFWD Season 20 returns to Dubai from 5–8 September 2025, celebrating a decade of global runway excellence since 2015. The four-day event includes runway shows, a designer showroom, International Fashion Awards, B2B/B2C networking, and gala evenings—all set across Dubai and aligned with global fashion week cities.

Key Highlights

International & Emirati Designers:
Showcases over 20 global and local talents, with Emirati Pavilion and adaptive fashion features.
Runway Shows & Showroom Exhibition:
Daily runway catwalks, plus a showroom for brands to meet buyers and journalists.
International Fashion & Excellence Awards:
Celebrating design innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability with a jury-led award ceremony.
Gala Networking & Media Engagement:
Includes gala dinners, media interactions, vendors meetings, and after-parties connecting industry leaders.