HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE OPENING DAY OF DUBAI FASHION WEEK SS27

Kuwaiti designer Yousef AlJasmi opened the SS27 shows with his DFW debut presentation showcasing a glamorous couture collection in black, cream and silver
- - - Sara Pedram’s collection featured intricately embroidered couture gowns inspired by strength and wisdom
    - Pallavi Puri also made her DFW debut with handcrafted couture looks, featuring delicate embroidery and a show-stopping showcase by Indian supermodel Lisa Haydon and Lebanese actress Cyrine Abdelnour
    - Krésha Bajaj x Alok Lodha Jewels presented a collection of fluid silhouettes, complex beadwork and painterly florals, complemented by statement jewellery

Dubai, UAE, 23 October 2026: Dubai Fashion Week (DFW) opened its Spring/Summer 2027 (SS27) edition last night in spectacular style, bringing together a compelling mix of regional talent and global fashion perspectives.

Co-founded by Dubai Design District (d3), the global creative hub that is part of TECOM Group, and the Arab Fashion Council, the opening day set the tone with a series of distinctive showcases, from glamorous couture to intricate craftsmanship and contemporary design.

DFW, the region’s leading fashion showcase, continues until 26 October, uniting leading international and regional designers, industry leaders and media, reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global hub for fashion and creativity.

YOUSEF ALJASMI

Kuwaiti designer Yousef AlJasmi opened SS27 with a stunning showcase of his couture collection. Defined by a sophisticated palette of black, cream and silver, the glamorous creations reflected what the designer felt in the moment, translating his creative instinct into striking silhouettes and sophisticated detailing. The result was a captivating runway presentation that set an elegant tone for the season.

SARA PEDRAM

Sara Pedram Creations presented ‘The Simorgh Collection’, a couture showcase inspired by the mythical bird symbolising strength and wisdom. The Dubai-based designer brought the collection to life through exquisite gowns featuring delicate hand embroidery, floral artistry, hand-painted details and elaborate embellishments.

PALLAVI PURI

Indian designer Pallavi Puri made her official debut with a spectacular showcase celebrating the artistry of handcrafted couture. Featuring 50 looks across three chapters, the collection brought together ornateembroidery, elaborate embellishments and the house’s signature equestrian influences, alongside a fresh floral edit. Created by more than 150 artisans drawing on over 21 traditional art forms, each piece reflected extraordinary craftsmanship. The show featured Indian supermodel Lisa Haydon and Lebanese actress Cyrine Abdelnour as showstoppers.

KRÉSHA BAJAJ X ALOK LODHA JEWELS

Krésha Bajaj presented ‘The Garden of Borrowed Light’, a collection exploring the fleeting beauty of movement, light and memory. The pieces featured carefully crafted beadwork, fluid silhouettes, painterly florals and expressive embroidery. In collaboration with Alok Lodha Jewels, the presentation brought together expressive couture and exceptional coloured gemstones, reflecting the fine jewellery house’s legacy dating back to 1968.