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Miami Fashion Week 2025

The vibrant Miami Fashion Week® (MIAFW) is set to take place from October 20 to 25, 2025, marking a week dedicated to the celebration of fashion, sustainability, and cultural diversity. This year's highly anticipated event will bring together renowned icons from the global fashion scene alongside innovative Latino designers and local Miami talent, reinforcing Miami's status as a premier hub for international fashion.

A Celebration of Creativity

According to Lourdes Fernandez-Velasco, the executive director of Miami Fashion Week, "Miami Fashion Week is a meeting point for creativity and opportunities." The event aims to inspire collaboration and innovation while showcasing fashion as an essential force for cultural development and sustainability. The official opening of the week kicks off on Monday, October 20, with a press conference held at the Freedom Tower of Miami Dade College—a structure that represents Miami's rich cultural heritage and vibrant creative energy.

Event Highlights

MIAFW has an exciting schedule lined up:

• - Tuesday, October 21: Join Beatriz de la Cámara at Mr. C Miami at 3 PM, followed by Sitka Semsch at Shops at Merrick Park at 6 PM.
• - Wednesday, October 22: The MIAFW Summit takes place at the Miami Fashion Institute at Miami Dade College from 9 AM to 6 PM, themed "The Future of Fashion is Built Here." Esteemed designers including Nicole Miller, Naeem Khan, and Angel Sanchez will participate, concluding with the first-ever digital fashion show by the Institute.
• - Thursday, October 23: Experience the Miami Fashion Week Gala along with a fashion show by Naeem Khan at the Queen Miami Beach from 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM, an appealing event that supports the Miami Fashion Institute.
• - Friday, October 24: The artistic showcase continues with Brenda Noy at 5:30 PM and Jenny Polanco at 7 PM at the Gary Nader Art Center.
• - Saturday, October 25: The final day features performances by Yenny Bastida at 6:30 PM and Jhoan Sebastian Grey at 8 PM at the Gale Miami Hotel Residences.

Supported by Miami-Dade County, MIAFW promotes cultural inclusion and diversity while further solidifying Miami’s position as a global fashion center. Participating designers will have the chance to exhibit their creations at the Mana Fashion Showroom, engaging directly with buyers, retailers, and industry leaders through exclusive business roundtables and collaborative promotional support.

The Role of Miami Fashion Week

Recognized as part of the CFDA Fashion Calendar alongside top fashion locales like New York, London, Paris, and Milan, Miami Fashion Week is deeply rooted in art, sustainability, and innovation. It serves as a bridge connecting continents, highlighting Latino creators alongside prominent international names and Miami's emerging talents. MIAFW is more than just a fashion event; it's a celebration of the vibrant cultural tapestry that defines Miami.

For more details, visit miamifashionweek.com and follow them on social media at @miamifashionweek.