Saudi Arabia to host WWD Global Fashion Summit and inaugural Fashion Awards

DUBAI: Riyadh is set to host the Women’s Wear Daily (WWD) Global Fashion Summit and the first-ever Fashion Awards at King Abdullah Financial District on June 6.

The events, which are taking place in partnership with the Saudi Fashion Commission and King Abdullah Financial District Development and Management Company, will honor achievements in the fashion, beauty and retail industries, recognizing the contributions of designers and companies. 

This year, the event will spotlight local talents alongside international fashion leaders and will feature a series of workshops and conference sessions held at the KAFD Conference Center. 

In the evening, the Fashion Awards will celebrate the achievements of Saudi designers through a ceremony. Among the many accolades, KAFD will present the Designer of the Year award to a creative whose work has impacted the fashion industry.

“We are thrilled to witness the burgeoning fashion industry in Saudi Arabia gaining global recognition. Hosting WWD’s annual Global Fashion Summit for the first time in our region, right here in the heart of Riyadh, is an exciting moment,” said Burak Cakmak, CEO of the Saudi Fashion Commission. 

“The growing interest in the Kingdom’s fashion scene is inspiring, and we are particularly looking forward to the inaugural Fashion Awards presented by Chalhoub,” he added. This event marks a significant milestone for Saudi fashion, spotlighting the creativity and innovation flourishing within our community.”