Riyadh is ready to make fashion history. From October 16 to 21, the Kingdom will host the third edition of Riyadh Fashion Week, now emerging as a key player on the global style map. For the first time ever, international fashion heavyweights Vivienne Westwood and Stella McCartney will grace the event, marking a bold new chapter for Saudi Arabia’s creative landscape.
The six-day celebration promises more than 30 runway shows, designer presentations, and citywide activations. This edition reflects the Kingdom’s ambition to showcase both global trends and local innovation. Vivienne Westwood will open the week with a special collaboration with Art of Heritage by Princess Noura Al Faisal, highlighting traditional Saudi craftsmanship through the lens of one of Britain’s most iconic fashion houses.
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Saudi talent will take center stage alongside international names. Designers like Tima Abid, Atelier Hekayat, Abadia, Hindamme, and 1886, along with regional names such as Waad AlOqaili, Ashwaq AlMarshad, and Reem AlKanhal, will present couture, ready-to-wear, and streetwear collections, reflecting the Kingdom’s diverse creative talent.
Stella McCartney will close the fashion week on October 21 with her first-ever show in Saudi Arabia, presenting a mix of recent and archival collections. Renowned for sustainable luxury, her debut underscores the Kingdom’s growing focus on eco-conscious design and innovation.
Runway shows will take place across iconic locations in Riyadh, while designer presentations will be hosted at the Mandarin Oriental from October 16 to 20. With this edition, Riyadh Fashion Week continues to cement its place as a major international fashion destination, celebrating creativity, heritage, and sustainability on a global stage.
