The Runway Returns To d3

Dubai Fashion Week is back at Dubai Design District (d3). The Spring/Summer 2027 edition features runway shows every single evening. The schedule includes showroom appointments, panels, and invite-only events throughout the day. The highly anticipated fashion event runs from Thursday, October 22 to Monday. d3 and the Arab Fashion Council co-founded this prestigious regional event. Designers from the Gulf, India, Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean will participate. Kuwaiti designer Yousef Aljasmi opens the runway on the very first night. Indian couturier Tarun Tahiliani will close the massive event on Monday.

Showrooms And Couture Highlights

Thursday belongs to the showrooms, which open to buyers by appointment only. Paris-based Ludovic de Saint Sernin opens at 9 am with gender-fluid ready-to-wear. Yousef Aljasmi opens the runway at 5:30 pm with heavily embellished eveningwear. Sara Pedram brings hand embroidery and Persian motifs to the runway at 6:30 pm. Friday's showrooms lean heavily toward innovative and handmade accessories. 3D-printed bags from Touchless and handmade eyewear from Amr Saad feature prominently. Ukrainian fashion house KEL' shows at 6 pm, specializing in corsetry. Nafsika Skourti closes Friday night at 8:30 pm with an invite-only show.

A Focus On Latin American Design

Saturday's runway is largely Colombian, highlighting vibrant Latin American design. Bogotá-born Laura Aparicio opens at 6 pm with minimal, menswear-inspired cuts. Adriana Capasso follows at 6:30 pm, exploring volume and distinct asymmetry. Sunday features three prominent UAE-based labels taking the runway. Lili Blanc, Onori, and Kuni will showcase their unique local designs. Paris label Weinsanto closes Sunday night at 9:30 pm. Tarun Tahiliani closes the entire week at 9:30 pm on Monday. Discover the luxury trends shaping the beauty and lifestyle industries globally. Read more expert style guides today at The WAU.

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