Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week 2025 Unveils Star-Studded Lineup of Designers and Industry Icons at Saadiyat Island
UAE, 19 March 2025
The highly anticipated Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week 2025 is set to take centre stage from April 14 to 16 at the prestigious The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi, as the 10th edition of the global Modest Fashion Weeks. Organized by Think Fashion and Red Events, in partnership with Miral Destinations, a subsidiary of Miral and the trusted one-stop trade and promotional partner for Saadiyat Island, the event will bring together some of the most celebrated designers and influential figures shaping the global modest fashion movement.
As the 10th edition of Modest Fashion Week, the event will feature an impressive lineup of over 30 designers from more than 15 countries, showcasing a diverse range of styles from luxurious eveningwear to contemporary modest essentials. Highlights include Marina (Turkey), presenting an exclusive eco-conscious swimwear capsule with internationally renowned model Halima Aden; UAE’s Rabail Riaz, known for intricate craftsmanship and handmade accessories; and Leem (Saudi Arabia), debuting a sophisticated collection blending cultural heritage with modern aesthetics. The event will also welcome Imannoor’s heritage-inspired prints, Ashaalia’s timeless generational wear from Australia, and distinctive designs from Les Atelier (Netherlands), Arta Kallaba (New York), and Amina the Brand (Nigeria). Additionally, the event will showcase remarkable designs from leading Emirati designers Wafa Balaswad, Bespoke and House of Hamda, further emphasizing the region’s rich fashion heritage.
Further elevating Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week 2025’s global stature, a stellar lineup of industry icons, including Halima Aden (USA), Zena Louay (UAE), Fatima de Tetuan (Spain), Sara Coelho Ansari (France), Niki Shah (UAE), and Rabia Sena Sever (Turkey), will headline the event. These leading figures will not only grace the runway but also take part in exclusive discussions and networking sessions, offering invaluable insights into the evolving modest fashion landscape.
“Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week is more than just fashion—it’s about identity, inclusivity, and creativity. We aim to amplify modest fashion worldwide while empowering women to express their style with confidence,” said Ozlem Sahin Ertas, CEO of the Global Modest Fashion Weeks by Think Fashion.
Miral Destinations’ CEO, Liam Findlay, emphasized the significance of the event: “Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week 2025 is a testament to the growing influence of modest fashion on the global stage, and we are happy to support its debut on Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi. As a destination that embodies culture, luxury, and innovation, Saadiyat Island offers the perfect backdrop for an event that celebrates creativity and inclusivity. We look forward to welcoming designers, guests, and industry leaders to experience the unique blend of heritage and contemporary style that defines both Saadiyat Island and Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week.”
With 1,500 attendees and over 100 high-profile industry icons, Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week 2025 solidifies its place as the leading global platform for modest fashion. Beyond the runway, the event will serve as a hub for industry networking, business growth, and thought-provoking discussions on sustainability, empowerment, and the future of modest fashion.
“Red Events has proudly partnered with Think Fashion and Modest Fashion Weeks for several years. Abu Dhabi holds a unique significance in celebrating the region’s modesty and culture, and Abu Dhabi Modest
Fashion Week seamlessly integrates with the city’s rich cultural fabric,” commented Sonal Lohia Bhatia, CEO of Red Events.
Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week 2025 will conclude on April 16th with a series of keynote speeches featuring distinguished industry leaders.
Abu Dhabi Modest Fashion Week 2025 is an exclusive, invitation-only event catering to designers, retailers, influencers, and fashion enthusiasts. To get your free online invitation, visit modestfashionweeks.co.
Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi is a melting pot of inspiring, transformative and enriching experiences offering something unique for everyone – from culture and fine dining to luxury hotels, stunning natural beaches, and roaming wildlife. Spanning 27 square kilometers, the natural island is home to premium hotels and resorts and offers world-class arts, cultural, educational, wellness, golf, lifestyle, retail, and F&B experiences. Saadiyat Island is Abu Dhabi’s culture hub, home to the world’s most famous museums including the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi, the soon to open Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, set to be the region’s pre-eminent museum of global modern and contemporary art, and the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi which will feature some of the rarest natural history specimens ever found on Earth.
Positioned within the UAE’s cosmopolitan capital, Abu Dhabi, the island comprises a Beach District, Cultural District, Lagoon District and a Marina District. Saadiyat Island is just 20 minutes from Abu Dhabi Airport and Downtown Abu Dhabi and 60 minutes from Dubai.
For more information, please visit https://saadiyatisland.ae/
About Modest Fashion Weeks by Think Fashion:
Global Modest Fashion Weeks event series is the pioneer of the famous “modest fashion week” concept and the leading global platform dedicated to showcasing the creativity, diversity, and innovation of modest fashion. Launched in 2016 in Istanbul, the series has since organized 9 editions in major fashion capitals including London, Dubai, Amsterdam, Jakarta, Istanbul, Riyadh, and is now headed to Abu Dhabi for its 10th edition.
Since its inception, MFW has revolutionized the modest fashion industry, offering a unique stage for designers, buyers, influencers, press, and modest fashion enthusiasts from around the world to showcase their talents and connect with an international audience.
For more information, please visit www.modestfashionweeks.co.
About Think Fashion:
Alongside being the founder and the pioneer of the Modest Fashion Weeks concept, Think Fashion is a group company with years of experience in modest fashion offering B2B solutions in textile sourcing and production, creative direction, and trade business. Think Fashion sub-companies play a key role in defining the needs of the industry and providing solutions. For more information, please visit www.thinkfashion.co.
About Red Events:
Established in 2005, Red Events is a trailblazing event management company in the Middle East, merging cutting-edge technology with the latest trends to craft immersive and unforgettable experiences that redefine the future of event planning and management.
For more information, please visit www.redeventspro.com
