Dubai Fashion Week is set to return from 1–6 September 2025, bringing its Spring/Summer 2026 edition to Dubai Design District (d3) with a powerful international presence and renewed creative energy.
As the first major fashion week on the global calendar—preceding New York, London, Milan and Paris—DFW continues to assert its growing influence in the industry. This season will spotlight more than 30 designers from across the UAE, France, India, Italy, Lebanon, Libya and the UK, offering a platform for diverse cultural expression and forward-looking values in sustainability and ethics.
The event, co-founded by d3 and the Arab Fashion Council, follows a successful Autumn/Winter 2025/26 showcase held in February, which drew international attention with appearances by major designers including Manish Malhotra and Paolo Sebastian. The previous edition also featured immersive experiences, citywide activations and attendance from global media, creatives and top-tier retailers.
Strategically positioned ahead of the traditional fashion capitals, DFW provides early exposure for designers looking to access global markets and connect with international buyers. A growing Buyers Programme and a series of private viewings, exclusive presentations and collection launches across the city aim to drive business growth and creative exchange.
Now entering its eleventh year, d3 has become a cornerstone of Dubai’s creative economy, housing over 1,100 businesses and 20,000 professionals. With applications now open for participating designers, DFW is once again set to shape trends and elevate emerging talent from the heart of the Middle East.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
