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Asharq Al-Awsat
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Fashion Awards 2025 Celebrate Regional and Global Creativity in Riyadh
The Saudi Fashion Commission successfully concluded the second edition of the Saudi Fashion Awards in Riyadh by honoring outstanding talent and creativity across ten fashion and beauty categories. Hosted under the patronage of the Ministry of Culture, the event gathered regional trailblazers and international luminaries for a night of celebration, innovation, and style. Held at King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) and presented in partnership with WWD (Fairchild Media Group), the Saudi Fashion Awards 2025 marked a new milestone in the Kingdom's journey to becoming a global fashion destination. With captivating live performances and a dynamic stage program, the evening embodied the Kingdom's creative spirit and growing influence in the global fashion arena. This year's edition introduced an enhanced focus on the beauty industry and an expanded international jury, including Law Roach, Burak Cakmak, Xavier Romatet, Amanda Smith, Mai Badr, and Mohammed Aldabbagh. The Saudi Fashion Awards 2025 contributes to supporting creative talent in the Kingdom while reinforcing Saudi Arabia's presence as a key player in cultural and economic influence through fashion.
CairoScene
13-05-2025
- Business
- CairoScene
WWD & Fashion Futures to Host Global Fashion & Beauty Summit in Riyadh
WWD & Fashion Futures to Host Global Fashion & Beauty Summit in Riyadh Women's Wear Daily (WWD) and the Saudi Fashion Commission have announced the Global Fashion and Beauty Summit, scheduled to take place on May 21–22 at Bab Samhan in Riyadh. The summit, held under the theme 'Age of Agility: Identifying Opportunity,' will convene global leaders, innovators, and creatives to explore the rapidly evolving fashion, beauty, and wellness sectors. 'Partnering once again with Women's Wear Daily allows us to further amplify the creative dialogue between Saudi Arabia and the global industry,' shared Burak Cakmak, Chief Executive Officer, Saudi Fashion Commission. 'This year's focus on fashion and beauty speaks directly to the evolving nature of personal expression and cultural relevance.' Presented in collaboration with Fashion Futures, Saudi Arabia's flagship fashion intelligence platform, the summit aims to foster cross-border collaboration and dialogue between global and regional players in the industry. "Saudi Arabia is one of the most compelling markets in the world today,' shared Amanda Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Fairchild Media Group. 'And we have brought together an impressive lineup of designers, executives and creatives to provide their views on the path forward amid these turbulent times and to witness and discuss the groundbreaking developments taking place in the industry in this key region." The 2025 summit is set to feature a curated roster of speakers including brand founders, beauty innovators, wellness experts, retail executives, and market analysts. From demographic shifts affecting beauty consumption, the rise of experiential wellness, and localisation of global brands, to the entrepreneurial breakthroughs redefining the industry, the panels and discussions will address the most pressing and promising topics within the sector today. "The speakers we brought together for last year's Global Fashion Summit in Riyadh were incredibly impressed with the industry's developments and growth in Saudi Arabia,' said James Fallon, Chief Content Officer of Fairchild Media Group. 'And we look forward to having them see how much it has progressed in the last year.'
Asharq Al-Awsat
28-04-2025
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Fashion Commission Releases 'Ihram Circularity' White Paper, Promoting Sustainable Pilgrimage
The Saudi Fashion Commission released its white paper, "Ihram Circularity: Weaving a Greener Hajj and Umrah Experience," detailing the innovative Sustainable Ihram Initiative and its potential to revolutionize textile waste management within the Kingdom and beyond. This initiative marks Saudi Arabia's first foray into circular fashion, intertwining faith, cultural preservation, and environmental responsibility, said the commission in a statement on Monday. The white paper serves as a comprehensive exploration of the Sustainable Ihram Initiative, which focuses on the creation of a special edition Ihram made from recycled materials. This initiative transforms discarded Ihrams into sustainable garments for pilgrims undertaking the Hajj and Umrah, embodying a commitment to responsible resource utilization while honoring the spiritual significance of these sacred journeys, explained the statement. CEO of Fashion Commission Burak Cakmak said: "The Sustainable Ihram Initiative is a testament to the power of collaboration, reflecting the collective efforts of local and international partners committed to advancing the circular economy within the fashion industry." CEO of Tadweem – the Fashion Commission's partner in the Sustainable Ihram Initiative- Mostafa Bokhari said: "This Circular Ihram represents more than a garment; it is a profound expression of faith intertwined with environmental stewardship. By uniting the principles of faith and sustainability, we are creating a legacy of mindful resource use while honoring the spiritual significance of Hajj and Umrah." The "Ihram Circularity" white paper delves into the cultural symbolism of Ihram garments and their significance to pilgrims, the potential for scaling Ihram garment recycling and its impact on reducing textile waste, strategies for promoting the use of recycled Ihrams and raising awareness among pilgrims, and the role of technology and innovation in creating high-quality recycled textile products. The commission invites industry stakeholders, researchers, and the public to explore the white paper and join the conversation about creating a more sustainable future for the fashion industry.
Web Release
23-03-2025
- Business
- Web Release
ISTITUTO MARANGONI EXPANDS GLOBAL PRESENCE WITH THE OPENING OF A NEW HIGHER TRAINING INSTITUTE IN RIYADH IN AUGUST 2025
Following in-depth market analysis and assessments conducted in synergy with the Fashion Commission, Istituto Marangoni is set to launch its Riyadh campus in August 2025. The new Higher Training Institute will offer specialized programs designed to align with the needs of Saudi Arabia fashion and luxury market and contribute to the Kingdom's economic diversification goals. The new campus of Istituto Marangoni will be based at KAFD, at the Riyadh Creative District (RCD), the new initiative managed and overseen by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC). As the incubator for RCD, RCRC successfully attracted a series of prestigious companies and institutions from the creative industry as tenants for the District. Instituto Marangoni is one of them which has chosen Riyadh as the location of its new campus in the Kingdom because of its dynamic creative ecosystem, growing demand for high-level fashion education, and the city's strategic role in shaping the future of the industry in the region. Combining a rich cultural and historic heritage with ongoing technological development and rapid urban transformation, Riyadh is becoming the new hotspot for fashion and innovation, confirming Saudi Arabia's growing influence on the global fashion industry. As part of a strategic initiative to support the next generation of Saudi fashion professionals, the Ministry of Culture's Fashion Commission is supporting Istituto Marangoni in the launch of its new three-year undergraduate Advanced Training Diploma. Istituto Marangoni will therefore provide 50 scholarships for Saudi students enrolling in the Diploma. This opportunity is open to Saudi nationals holding a high school certificate or an equivalent qualification. On March 17, the scholarship initiative was officially launched on Istituto Marangoni website through a competitive selection process, giving aspiring Saudi fashion students the chance to receive partial funding for their three-year diploma programs, which will commence in late August 2025. Stefania Valenti, Group Managing Director of Istituto Marangoni, expressed her gratitude: 'A sincere thank you to the Fashion Commission, the Ministry of Culture, the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, and to MISA – Ministry of Investment – for their invaluable support in establishing this Higher Training Institute. Our mission is to nurture local creative talent by combining global expertise with Saudi heritage, shaping the future leaders of the fashion and luxury industries in Saudi Arabia. This initiative will lay the foundation for developing a new generation of Saudi talents and managers, equipping them with the skills to connect with international markets while embracing the vision of the Fashion Commission and Saudi Vision 2030.' Burak Cakmak, CEO of the Fashion Commission, added, 'This partnership with Istituto Marangoni marks a pivotal moment for the Saudi fashion industry. By investing in our local talent and providing them with world-class education, we are not only empowering the next generation of Saudi designers and leaders but also enriching the global fashion landscape with our unique cultural heritage. Together, we are building a sustainable and thriving fashion ecosystem that reflects the ambition of Saudi Vision 2030.' Strategically located in Riyadh, the institute will offer a diverse range of specialized programs that integrate Saudi heritage with advanced technical and managerial expertise. The three-year undergraduate Advanced Training Diploma courses will prepare students for careers in the fashion industry, with programs including 'Fashion Design & Accessories,' 'Fashion Communication & Image,' 'Fashion Management,' 'Digital Communication & Media,' 'Fashion Product,' and 'Fragrances & Cosmetics Management.' These courses will be accredited by the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC), the government agency overseeing technical and vocational education in Saudi Arabia. In addition to undergraduate programs, the institute will provide upskilling and reskilling courses for industry professionals in both full-time and part-time formats. All programs will be delivered by a distinguished faculty composed of both international and local experts, ensuring a high-quality educational experience that meets global industry standards. To mark this significant partnership, a special Suhoor was held at the prestigious La Petite Maison in Riyadh, bringing together key stakeholders from the Fashion Commission, Istituto Marangoni, and the Saudi creative community.
CairoScene
20-03-2025
- Business
- CairoScene
Istituto Marangoni to Open Riyadh Campus in August 2025
The prestigious Italian fashion school is expanding to Saudi Arabia, bringing world-class fashion and design education to Riyadh. Mar 20, 2025 Istituto Marangoni, the renowned Italian fashion and design school, is set to open a new campus in Riyadh in August 2025. The new Higher Training Institute, located in the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), will serve as a premier hub for higher education, offering specialised programmes tailored to meet the needs of the Kingdom's rapidly growing fashion and luxury market. 'Our mission is to nurture local creative talent by combining global expertise with Saudi heritage, shaping the future leaders of the fashion and luxury industries in Saudi Arabia,' Stefania Valenti, Group Managing Director of Istituto Marangoni, tells SceneStyled. This move is part of a collaboration with the Saudi Fashion Commission to enhance fashion education in the Kingdom. 'This partnership with Istituto Marangoni marks a pivotal moment for the Saudi fashion Industry,' Burak Cakmak, CEO of the Fashion Commission, says. 'By investing in our local talent and providing them with world-class education, we are not only empowering the next generation of Saudi designers and leaders but also enriching the global fashion landscape with our unique cultural heritage.' Through this expansion, Istituto Marangoni will offer a suite of three-year undergraduate Advanced Training Diploma programmes across key disciplines, including Fashion Business, Fragrances & Cosmetics, Fashion Design, and Fashion Styling. Istituto Marangoni will also offer 50 scholarships to Saudi students enrolling in its Advanced Training Diploma programmes. This initiative is open to Saudi nationals holding a high school certificate or its equivalent, providing an opportunity for aspiring designers, stylists, and fashion entrepreneurs to receive a world-class education in one of the leading fashion institutions.
