ArmInfo. Having made its debut as the first official fashion week in 2023, Yerevan Fashion Week aims to establish itself as an annual event designed to elevate Armenia's burgeoning fashion scene and position Yerevan as an influential player on the global creative map.
Fashion and Garment Chamber of Armenia has announced the second edition of Yerevan Fashion Week, a groundbreaking event that will captivate audiences and showcase the country's vibrant fashion scene. Set to take place November 7-10 this fashion extravaganza promises an unforgettable experience.
Over 15 talented Armenian designers will take center stage, unveiling their latest collections on the runway. With a delightful blend of diverse styles and influences, these designers will leave the audience inspired and in awe. From emerging talents showcased on the esteemed Fashion Scout Armenia platform to established industry icons, the lineup is brimming with excitement. In addition to the runway shows, th attendees will have the opportunity to explore different project presentations, participate in enlightening panel talks, and admire thought-provoking exhibitions. Designer meet-and-greets will allow fashion enthusiasts to interact with their favorite creators, while after-parties and networking sessions will provide ample opportunities to mingle with international guests, including fashion press, experts, buyers, and influencers.
Event Highlights: Fashion Scout Armenia Talent Discovery Competition This prestigious platform, based in the UK, aims to discover and empower emerging talent. This year's event will take place at the Cascade Memorial to the Victims of Soviet Repression, under the theme of "Democracy and Freedom of Speech." The venue's transformation into a symbol of youth, creativity, and hope adds significant cultural weight to the occasion.
Designer Runway Shows and Collection Presentations During three days over 15 designers will present their latest collections on the runway, featuring the brands such as ANKASA, Ariga Torosian, Harmony, JUST BLACK, LOOM Weaving, MARIKO
Manuk Aleksanyan, NARNY, Nilolyan, SONCESS, Shabeeg, THEMIS, The Workshop, Z.G.EST, Raver, Zargaryan fashion, etc.
From avant-garde and elegant couture to streetwear and boho-chic, the collections will reflect a rich blend of contemporary styles infused with Armenia's cultural heritage. The designers will present gender-neutral and season-neutral collections, pushing the boundaries of fashion conventions.
Highlights include the runway show and exhibition of CRELAB TAVUSH x CRELAB KOTAYK project, Teryan Cultural Center presentation of Taraz Art collection with Armenian national costumes and craftsmanship, runway show of fashion collection HOME created by displaced students from Artsakh, photo exhibition and much more.
Yerevan Fashion Week 2024 will welcome international fashion media, including representatives from VOGUE Italy, L'Officiel Italy, WWD Japan, ELLE Japan, Lemile Germany, Fault Magazine, and the Blinx media fashion channel Dubai, etc. as well as fashion professionals, buyers, influencers, photographers.
Yerevan Fashion Week is funded by Yerevan Municipality as general sponsor, and co-funded by the UK International Development initiative of the UK government, the Private Sector Development and Technical Vocational Education and Training (PSD TVET) in Armenia commissioned by the German Government and implemented by GIZ and the British Council Armenia.
Yerevan Fashion Week 2024 promises an extraordinary celebration of fashion, showing the creativity of Armenian and regional designers to a diversity audience of industry professionals, press, buyers, influencers, and fashion enthusiasts.
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