Dubai: Dubai Fashion Week (DFW) returns to Dubai Design District (d3) next month, from 1-6 February, with an expanded Autumn/Winter (AW) 2026/27 edition that pushes the boundaries of fashion's future. As the first fashion week globally to unveil AW26/27 collections, DFW continues to strengthen its position and reputation as a global platform for innovation, creative expression, cross-cultural collaboration and commercial opportunity.
According to Emirates News Agency, as the first fashion week worldwide to present Autumn/Winter 2026/27 collections, DFW continues to strengthen its international standing by showcasing local and regional talent alongside designers from around the world. Italian luxury house Alberta Ferretti will open the week, while the programme will extend beyond the runway with exclusive collection launches hosted by global brands and key industry stakeholders.
Co-founded by d3, the global creative ecosystem by TECOM Group PJSC, and the Arab Fashion Council, DFW has become a catalyst for nurturing designers and accelerating their global presence. Khadija Al Bastaki, Senior Vice President of Dubai Design District (d3) part of TECOM Group, stated that Dubai Fashion Week reflects d3's role as a global platform where creativity transforms into tangible success, anticipating the next edition to build on previous growth.
She further mentioned the excitement about welcoming returning labels and new brands, strengthening the bridge between designers and retailers at DFW, and expanding pathways to international markets. The diversity and momentum observed each season highlight the global audience's appetite for fashion, reinforcing Dubai's position as a global hub for fashion and creativity.
Mohammed Aqra, Chief Strategy Officer, Arab Fashion Council, emphasized fashion's evolution beyond geography and tradition, focusing instead on timing, relevance, and purpose. He noted that DFW operates at this intersection, influencing not just the timing of collections, but also how designers engage in the global conversation, supporting commercial outcomes while reinforcing Dubai's position as a gateway between regional creativity and global markets.
The AW26/27 edition of the DFW Buyer's Programme will feature a selection of top-tier international buyers, including major global platforms like Revolve, alongside leading department stores, concept retailers, and digital marketplaces. The programme aims to identify early-stage and growth brands with global potential, supported by strong audience response, commercial readiness, and curated B2B access.
Through this initiative, DFW solidifies its reputation as a strategic gateway for discovering the next generation of international fashion brands. Pre-accreditation to attend DFW AW26/27 is now open online through the official website www.dubaifashionweek.org.