Saudi Arabia is getting ready to host WWD Presents “Fashion Uprise.” The international event that aims to empower the future of fashion, beauty and retail will be taking place from March 16-18 at Riyadh’s Al Faisaliah Hotel. Managed by Mandarin Oriental, the exciting addition to the Saudi capital’s list of events this year will put the Kingdom and the region in the spotlight and delve into the different aspects of a constantly changing industry. Additionally, the three-day experience, which features insightful conversations and bespoke brand activations, will look at how to actively support the region's homegrown creatives talent and vision abroad.
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There are three main happenings during the event that brings together regional and global business leaders, creative entrepreneurs, industry professionals and influencers. Here’s a lowdown of what will be going on:
WWD Summit
WWD Summit, a B2B global platform for development within the inclusive worlds of fashion, beauty and retail, offers attendees the chance to connect with industry professionals. The summit will include a series of curated keynotes, masterclasses, workshops and panels, all hosted by top speakers. Guests will benefit from incomparable knowledge generation and sharing, networking opportunities and contact with leading global brands.
WWD Live
Style enthusiasts hoping to get to know their favourite labels can do so at WWD Live, a B2C consumer marketplace that gathers the world's most liberal minds, influencers and brands for a series of curated interactive happenings. The firsthand showcase of the most innovative global and regional brands in the worlds of fashion and beauty will bring the very best in live brand experience and activation to Saudi fashionistas.
Saudi Fashion Awards
WWD Presents "Fashion Uprise" will even include the country's first Fashion Awards. The awards gala dinner, endorsed by a highly credible and recognised global player, aims to empower the development of the flourishing Saudi fashion industry by recognising exceptional achievements.
