If Riyadh Fashion Week 2023 was a statement, 2025 is the exclamation point. The city turned its desert skyline into a living runway, where couture met culture and local craftsmanship strutted beside global heavyweights. The mood? Electric. The message? Saudi fashion has arrived and it’s here to stay. Between Bedrock’s jaw-dropping open-air venue and the cinematic Palm Grove, designers presented collections that honored the Kingdom’s heritage through a modern lens.
Scroll down to discover Buro’s favorite show from Riyadh Fashion Week 2025.
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
Under the arches of Palm Grove, Vivienne Westwood brought its first Middle Eastern show to life in a way only she could. In collaboration with Art of Heritage, the brand fused punk energy with Saudi artistry. Gowns embroidered by local craftspeople shimmered with Hashu and Zari detailing, while corsetry and Grecian-inspired draping carried the Westwood signature. It was a dialogue between rebellion and tradition, executed with precision and soul.
TIMA ABID
Tima Abid opened Riyadh Fashion Week with a show that hit deep. Draped in emotion and drama, her collection moved through grief, chaos, and resilience with striking precision. Black dominated the palette, but the energy was anything but somber. Sheer panels outlined with crystals and precise geometric tailoring paid homage to couture legends like Balenciaga and Cardin while remaining distinctly her own. It was powerful, emotional, and impossible to look away from.
ABADIA
Shahd AlShehail’s Abadia told a story of courage and resilience drawn from her family’s pearl-diving past. Silks caught the light like moving water, while tailored blazers and Sadu embroidery grounded the fluid silhouettes. Flowing scarves nodded to maritime rope work, and a palette of oceanic blues and aubergine hues reflected the rhythm of the sea. The debut of Abadia’s sculptural leather bags, inspired by traditional sailing vessels, added another layer to the brand’s evolving narrative.
FEMI9
Femi9 transported its audience to the Victorian era, then gave it a Saudi reinterpretation. Lace, ruffles, and structured silhouettes felt both regal and contemporary. The collection played with nostalgia while keeping one foot firmly in the present, turning classic femininity into something bolder and more self-assured.
RAZAN ALAZZOUNI
Razan Alazzouni stayed true to her signature softness while elevating it with rich fabrics and sculptural detail. Jewel tones met delicate cuts, creating an air of effortless sophistication. The result was a masterclass in modern femininity—graceful, poised, and deeply rooted in the designer’s artistic identity.
MONA ALSHEBIL
Mona Alshebil turned a red-carpet classic into a runway triumph. Channeling Sharon Stone’s iconic 1998 Oscars look, she gave the shirt-and-skirt combo a modern twist with sharper collars, beaded shimmer, and sleeves with attitude. Her collection merged architectural tailoring with feminine edge, from sculptural jackets to denim suiting that whispered “corporate, but make it couture.” Alshebil’s mastery of proportion confirmed her as the designer for women who want presence without pretense.
HINDAMME
Mohamed Khoja’s Hindamme offered a poetic reflection on the Al-Hijaz region. The show’s highlight came when Lama Al-Aqil appeared as a modern bride in soft pink, representing Jeddah, the “bride of the sea.” It was a heartfelt finale to a collection that spoke with quiet confidence.
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