Riyadh Fashion Week 2024: Runways to Glow with Creative Designs
Saudi Arabia is gearing up for the second edition of Riyadh Fashion Week that promises to transform the fashion landscape in the Kingdom.
The biggest fashion event will showcase the creativity and talent of Saudi designers over five days of stunning shows and stylish designs that combine Saudi heritage, culture and innovation.
Riyadh Fashion Week 2024
The second edition of the renowned Riyadh Fashion Week will take place from October 17-21, 2024 in the capital city of Saudi Arabia. Three venues will host the much-awaited event: Tuwaiq Palace, Digital City, and JAX District.
Just like fashion weeks in other cities across the world, such as Dubai, Paris, London, and Milan, the Riyadh Fashion Week 2024 will dazzle audiences with trendy shows, stylish designs and famous celebrities. More than 100 Saudi brands and international designers will take part in the luxurious event to showcase their latest collections and innovative designs on 28 runways.
Additionally, distinguished celebrities are expected to attend the lavish event, as they did the previous season. These stars included Blake Lively, Naomi Campbell, and Zendaya, who took a tour in Riyadh.
Creativity on the Runway
The flagship event will see the participation of more than 30 designers, according to the Saudi Fashion Commission, the organizer of the Riyadh Fashion Week. The diversity of these designers’ culture and backgrounds add to their creativity and innovation. This becomes evident in their unique and visionary designs which blend ancient heritage with modern innovation.
The innovative creations of Saudi designers leave an enduring mark in the fashion scene and act as a source of inspiration for the future generations. Hence, the event acts as a platform for both established and emerging designers to display their artistic visions and unique talent.
Renowned Fashion Designers
The Riyadh Fashion Week 2024 has unveiled the lineup for its second edition, featuring 30 talented Saudi designers. The first day of the event will start with eye-catching shows for Adnan Akbar, Dar Alhanouf, Tima Abed, and Honayda. The second day will feature runway shows for Waad Al-Oqaili, Fatima Al-Abdulqader, Khawla Alaiban, Ashwaq Al-Marshad, Atelier Hekayat, and Yahia Al-Bishri.
Other renowned Saudi designers will dazzle the runway with their innovative collections during the five-day event, including Abadia, Kaf by Kaf, Makram Marzouki, Hala Al-Gharabawi, Hajruss, Nora Alshaikh, House of Cinmar, 1886 and many more.
Highlighting the Riyadh Fashion Week’s significance in supporting talent, the CEO of the Saudi Fashion Commission, Burak Camak, said: “Riyadh Fashion Week stands as a landmark event in Saudi Arabia’s cultural and economic evolution. It serves as a premier stage for the exceptional talent and creativity of our designers, bridging local and international fashion communities.”
Unique Debut at Riyadh Fashion Week
As Saudi Arabia is making steady progress towards becoming a fashion hub, by increasing its footprint in the global fashion scene and supporting local talent, the emerging Saudi brand, Kaf by Kaf, has made a remarkable achievement by teaming up with the global sportswear brand, Adidas.
According to Fact Magazine, Adidas will collaborate with Kaf by Kaf to showcase its Spring-Summer 2025 Sportswear Collection at Riyadh Fashion Week 2024, in a significant milestone for the Saudi fashion industry.
Kaf by kaf is a local brand supported by the talented designer, Kawthar Alhoraish. She offers one-of-a-kind designs that combine Saudi cultural heritage with contemporary style, blending the past with the present. Alhoraish’s partnership with Adidas will surely bring unmatched designs, dazzling fashion enthusiasts across the region.
The new collection will include ready-to-wear unisex items, to present inclusive, comfortable and modest clothes for athletes as well as fashionistas. The designs will take inspiration from the Kingdom’s rich history and love for football, featuring bold and vibrant patterns reflecting the Saudi heritage and culture.