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Syyaha
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Syyaha
Saudi Fashion Awards 2025 Celebrates Regional and Global Creativity in Riyadh
The Saudi Fashion Commission successfully concluded the second edition of the Saudi Fashion Awards on May 22, 2025, in Riyadh — an evening that honored 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 at 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, a dynamic stage program, and a star-studded red carpet, the evening embodied the Kingdom's creative spirit and growing influence in the global fashion year's edition introduced enhanced focus on the beauty industry, and an expanded international jury, including Law Roach, Burak Çakmak, Xavier Romatet, Amanda Smith, Mai Badr, and Mohammed Çakmak, CEO of the Fashion Commission, reflected on the industry's trajectory, stating: 'The fashion industry in Saudi Arabia has evolved at an extraordinary pace, moving from promise to presence on red carpets, runways, and in retail spaces around the world. The Saudi Fashion Awards recognize the emergence of a new generation of trailblazers who are not only redefining what fashion looks like in the region, but what it stands for.'Mai Badr, Editor-in-Chief of Hia Magazine, added: 'Empowering creatives to lead their own narratives is part of Hia's vision and a core pillar of Vision 2030. When we trust Saudi talent to tell the Kingdom's story, we build an inclusive, authentic, and globally resonant cultural voice.'Xavier Romatet, Dean of the Institut Français de la Mode, noted: 'Identifying tomorrow's talents is a challenging but very exciting task in a country that has all the assets to foster a new generation of designers.' 2025 Award Winners: • Fashion Stylist of the Year: Rawan Kattoa • Fashion Photographer of the Year: Rayan Nawawi• Jewelry Brand of the Year: Charmaleena• Womenswear Brand of the Year: Abadia• Menswear Brand of the Year: KML• Honorary Award – Model of the Year: Taleedah TamerWWD International Awards:• International Designer of the Year: Alessandro Sartori• International Beauty Innovator of the Year: Patrick Ta• International Beauty Brand of the Year: Glow Recipe• International Brand of the Year: Tod's The Saudi Fashion Awards 2025 continued to celebrate, engage, amplify, and position the region's talent on the world stage—reinforcing the Kingdom's role in driving cultural and economic impact through fashion.
Leaders
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leaders
Saudi Fashion Awards Return on May 22: Elevating Kingdom's Global Style
The Saudi Fashion Awards 2025 are poised to celebrate Riyadh's rise as a fashion capital, honoring designers, models, and creatives. This prestigious event, organized by the Saudi Fashion Commission, will unveil its second edition on 22 May, 2025, transforming the Kingdom's vibrant heart into a global stage for the industry's brightest stars. Under the Fashion Commission's leadership, established in 2020 to nurture homegrown talent, the event champions innovation, sustainability, and craftsmanship while honoring Saudi Arabia's rich heritage. In partnership with the Ministry of Culture, the Commission is crafting a dynamic ecosystem where tradition meets avant-garde ambition. Following its dazzling debut in 2024, this year's Awards promise to be bigger, bolder, and more boundary-pushing than ever. The event will spotlight trailblazers redefining Saudi Arabia's influence on the international fashion and beauty landscape. With an expanded focus on beauty and fresh categories that mirror the industry's rapid evolution, the event is a testament to the Kingdom's unstoppable rise as a creative powerhouse. Expanded Categories and Notable Judges This year's awards feature a diverse range of categories, including Fashion Stylist of the Year, Fashion Photographer of the Year, and accolades for menswear, womenswear, and jewelry. Additionally, the event will present the Elite Model Honorary Award, recognizing outstanding talent in modeling. The judging panel includes prominent figures such as Law Roach, the Hollywood stylist known for red carpet transformations, and Amanda Smith, CEO of Fairchild Media Group. Burak Çakmak, CEO of the Saudi Fashion Commission, emphasized the significance of this event. He stated, 'Riyadh is proudly emerging as the capital of fashion, beauty, and the future of the creative industries in the region.' This year's edition introduces new categories that reflect the sector's remarkable growth, including international awards sponsored by Women's Wear Daily (WWD). Riyadh: A Hub for Creative Industries With each edition, the Saudi Fashion Awards sharpen Riyadh's profile as more than just a host city. The city is transforming into a staging ground for a wider regional creative economy, firmly set on the international stage. The awards not only spotlight local talent but also enhance the Kingdom's global standing in fashion and beauty. The event follows the success of last year's inaugural edition, which showcased the Kingdom's rich cultural heritage and innovative spirit. As Saudi Arabia strengthens its global presence in these industries, the awards aim to celebrate visionary talent and highlight the Kingdom's rising role on the international style stage. A Platform for Future Growth The Saudi Fashion Awards reflect the Kingdom's commitment to innovation, sustainability, and craftsmanship in the fashion sector. By supporting homegrown talent, the awards contribute to the broader vision of enhancing Saudi Arabia's presence in the global creative economy. The event serves as a beacon of creative ambition, uniting style, culture, and innovation under Vision 2030. As the awards approach, anticipation builds for a night that promises to be bigger, bolder, and more boundary-pushing than ever. The Saudi Fashion Awards will undoubtedly continue to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of fashion in Saudi Arabia and beyond. Short link : Post Views: 8
CairoScene
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Second Edition of the Saudi Fashion Awards Set for May 22
The Saudi Fashion Commission will honour the creatives contributing to Saudi Arabia's emerging presence on the global fashion stage. May 20, 2025 The Saudi Fashion Awards return to Riyadh on May 22nd for their second edition, hosted by the Saudi Fashion Commission. The event celebrates the growing influence of Saudi creatives across fashion and beauty - industries in which the Kingdom is steadily carving out global space. This year's categories range from Fashion Stylist and Photographer of the Year to accolades for menswear, womenswear, jewellery, and the Elite Model Honorary Award. On the judging panel: Law Roach, the Hollywood stylist known for red carpet reinventions; Amanda Smith, CEO of Fairchild Media Group; Burak Çakmak, CEO of the Saudi Fashion Commission; Xavier Romatet of Institut Français de la Mode; Chalhoub Group's Mohammed Aldabbagh; and Mai Badr, Editor-in-Chief of Hia Magazine. With each edition, the awards sharpen Riyadh's profile as more than just a host city - it's a staging ground for a wider regional creative economy with its sights set firmly on the international stage.
Grazia USA
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Grazia USA
Celebrating Creativity: Saudi Fashion Awards Returns With A Second Edition
Photo: Supplied Saudi Arabia is continuing to expand its foothold and presence in the global fashion scene, this time with the return of the Saudi Fashion Awards to the Kingdom, an event dedicated to celebrating all things fashion and beauty in the region. Following the grand success of its inaugural edition, which launched in 2024, the Saudi Fashion Commission has officially unveiled the 2025 instalment of the much-awaited fashion awards ceremony. Slated to take place on May 22, 2025 in the bustling city of Riyadh, this year's Saudi Fashion Awards looks to spotlight the visionaries, creatives, and entrepreneurs shaping Saudi Arabia's fast-growing influence in the international fashion and beauty industries. Further cementing the Kingdom's status and its rightful place in the fashion world, the 2025 edition sees the introduction of new categories to showcase the region's dynamic evolving landscape. The key highlights of this year's awards ceremony include: Fashion Stylist of the Year Fashion Photographer of the Year (in collaboration with Hia Magazine) Menswear Brand of the Year Womenswear Brand of the Year Jewellery Brand of the Year Elite Model Honorary Award: Model of the Year Four international awards backed by WWD, recognising excellence in design and beauty innovation Naturally, the event calls for the fashion worlds key leaders to take the mantle of this unapologetic generation of designers as the judging panel. In attendance will be Law Roach, celebrity stylist and legendary image architect; Amanda Smith, CEO of Fairchild Media Group and WWD; Burak Çakmak, CEO of the Saudi Fashion Commission; Xavier Romatet, Dean of Institut Français de la Mode; Mohammed Aldabbageh, KSA Managing Director of Chalhoub Group and more. On the Kingdom's global transformation as a fashion hub. Saudi Fashion Commission CEO Burak Çakmak said, 'Riyadh is proudly emerging as the capital of fashion, beauty, and the future of the creative industries in the region.' He further added, 'Its transformation from promise to global presence on red carpets, runways, and retail spaces reflects the ingenuity and dedication of a new generation of trailblazers redefining regional and international fashion standards.'
Emirates Woman
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Emirates Woman
The Saudi Fashion Awards 2025 set to celebrate visionaries shaping the future of style
The Saudi Fashion Commission is set to unveil the second edition of the Saudi Fashion Awards 2025 on May 22, 2025, transforming the Kingdom's vibrant heart into a global stage for the industry's brightest stars. Following its dazzling debut in 2024, this year's Awards promise to be bigger, bolder, and more boundary-pushing than ever—spotlighting the trailblazers who are redefining Saudi Arabia's influence on the international fashion and beauty landscape. With an expanded focus on beauty and fresh categories that mirror the industry's rapid evolution, the event is a testament to the Kingdom's unstoppable rise as a creative powerhouse. This year's must-watch categories include: – Fashion Stylist of the Year – Fashion Photographer of the Year – Menswear & Womenswear Brand of the Year – Jewelry Brand of the Year – Elite Model Honorary Award: Model of the Year – Four international awards honoring design excellence and beauty innovation The industry titans behind the judging – Law Roach, Image Architect & Stylist – Amanda Smith, CEO of Fairchild Media Group – Burak Çakmak, CEO of the Saudi Fashion Commission – Xavier Romatet, Dean of Institut Français de la Mode – Mohammed Aldabbageh, KSA Managing Director of Chalhoub Group – Mai Badr, Editor-in-Chief 'Riyadh is proudly emerging as the capital of fashion, beauty, and the future of the creative industries in the region,' says Burak Çakmak, CEO of the Saudi Fashion Commission. 'Its transformation from promise to global presence—on red carpets, runways, and retail spaces—reflects the ingenuity of a new generation redefining fashion standards.' Launched in 2024, the Saudi Fashion Awards are a cornerstone of the Kingdom's mission to elevate its presence in the global creative economy. Under the Fashion Commission's leadership—established in 2020 to nurture homegrown talent—the event champions innovation, sustainability, and craftsmanship while honoring Saudi Arabia's rich heritage. In partnership with the Ministry of Culture, the Commission is crafting a dynamic ecosystem where tradition meets avant-garde ambition. And if last year was any indication, 2025 will be a masterclass in how Riyadh does fashion—unapologetically bold, endlessly inspiring, and always ahead of the curve. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images & Feature Image: Supplied
