Fashion as a Global Professional Ecosystem – Where fashion meets art, technology, sustainability, culture, and international business in the heart of New York Fashion Week.
On September 13, 2026, Unique Fashion Show New York 2026 will take place during New York Fashion Week, bringing together fashion, business, technology, art, sustainable, education, and international cultural exchange on one global stage.
Hosted at the historic Christian Church, 1010 Park Avenue, Manhattan, the event marks the American edition of Unique Fashion Show (UFS), presented by the Unique Fashion Foundation Association (France). More than 600 international guests are expected to attend, including designers, buyers, investors, media representatives, diplomats, educators, artists, technology leaders, influencers, models and fashion professionals.
More than a runway, the Unique Fashion Show is an international ecosystem connecting designers, brands, institutions, technology, media, business, and cultural organizations to create opportunities that extend far beyond Fashion Week.
Operating across Europe, North America, the Caucasus, and Central Asia, the platform brings together fashion, art, technology, sustainability, education, and cultural diplomacy, creating new opportunities for designers and the global creative industries.
Following 9 successful editions across Europe and the United States, UFS continues its international expansion, positioning New York as a strategic meeting point connecting North America, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, and Latin America.
Founded by Gita Dzhavid, the Unique Fashion Foundation Association (France) and Unique Fashion Show continue to build an international platform presented during New York, Milan, and Paris Fashion Weeks. Through this vision, fashion becomes a catalyst for international collaboration, bringing together designers, artists, educational institutions, technology innovators, cultural organizations, businesses, and global media to shape the future of the creative industries.
A GLOBAL PLATFORM FOR THE CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
Unique Fashion Foundation Platform operates at the intersection of Fashion/ Sustainability/ Digital Innovation/ Art/ Education/ Cultural Diplomacy/ Social Impact.
Each edition creates new opportunities for designers, artists, entrepreneurs, and creative organizations while generating international media visibility and meaningful business connections.
INTERNATIONAL CALENDAR
New York Fashion Week — September 13, 2026
Milan Fashion Week — March 1, 2027
Paris — May 2027 / Cannes — May 2027
New York Fashion Week — September, 2027
UNIQUE FASHION SHOW NEW YORK 2026
The event is expected to welcome more than 600 international guests, including designers, buyers, media representatives, investors, diplomats, educators, fashion executives, content creators, artists, and leaders of international organizations.
INTERNATIONAL MEDIA COVERAGE Unique Fashion Show has received international media coverage through leading fashion and lifestyle publications, including Harper’s Bazaar, Grazia, L’Officiel, Vogue, and FashionUnited, reflecting the platform’s growing global recognition and international industry network.
PROGRAM
International Runway Shows
A curated selection of 9 international fashion designers from the United States, Kazakhstan, Europe, and Latin America will present their latest collections, showcasing creativity, craftsmanship, innovation, and cultural identity.
B2B & B2C Showroom
The showroom will connect designers directly with buyers, retailers, media representatives, investors, fashion professionals, and consumers, creating valuable commercial and networking opportunities.
Innovation & Art Experience
Unique Fashion Show will feature immersive experiences combining fashion, artificial intelligence, digital creativity, visual arts, and interactive installations, demonstrating how technology is reshaping the future of the fashion industry.
Panel Talks (Sustainability)
Industry leaders, educators, designers, innovators, and sustainability experts will discuss the future of fashion, digital transformation, education, responsible production, and international collaboration.
Art Estate Magazine LA International Awards Ceremony
The official Art Estate Awards Ceremony will recognize outstanding achievements in fashion, art, creativity, innovation, and cultural contribution, celebrating individuals and organizations making an international impact.
Sustainable Fashion Contest
In collaboration with Sustainable Fashion Week US and Inside Fashion Design (USA), Unique Fashion Foundation Association launches a second international sustainability competition dedicated to discovering and promoting designers shaping the future of responsible fashion. Selected finalists will receive international exposure through the Unique Fashion Show platform and opportunities to connect with buyers, media, educators, and global industry leaders.
Unique Fashion Show International Model Awards
As part of the official program, the Unique Fashion Show International Model Awards, celebrating outstanding professional models and recognizing excellence, talent, and international achievement within the global fashion industry.
THE EXPERIENCE From international runway shows and exclusive designer showcases to live performances, DJ sets, professional networking, media interviews, VIP guests, photographers, influencers, and the New York City Opera, Unique Fashion Show delivers a dynamic New York Fashion Week experience where fashion, art, sustainability, technology, and international business come together on one stage.
Special Performance by New York City Opera
Unique Fashion Show New York 2026 will feature a special artistic performance presented by New York City Opera, creating a unique dialogue between classical performing arts and contemporary fashion. This exclusive performance highlights New York’s rich cultural heritage while celebrating the connection between fashion, music, creativity, and artistic innovation.
INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS
Sustainable Fashion Week US – An international platform advancing sustainable fashion through education, innovation, and industry collaboration.
Inside Fashion Design USA – A leading American educational organization supporting emerging designers, fashion entrepreneurship, and professional development.
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Azerbaijan – One of the leading fashion platforms in the Caucasus, promoting regional designers on the international stage.
Luxembourg Fashion Week One of the leading fashion platform creating opportunities in Luxembourg for emerging and established designers.
Albania Fashion Week – A leading fashion platform promoting Albanian designers and strengthening international creative collaboration. Albania International Fashion Federation – An international organization dedicated to connecting fashion professionals, institutions, and creative industries through global cooperation.
Maison de l’Afrique (France) A Paris-based international platform connecting African, European, and global ecosystems through business, culture, creativity, and the promotion of African talent.
World Designers Fashion Week Kazakhstan – An international fashion platform supporting designers from Central Asia while promoting cultural exchange and global industry partnerships.
RunwayTO (Canada) – A Canadian fashion platform creating international opportunities for emerging and established designers through runway productions and creative collaborations.
Orange Models (Canada) – An international modeling agency representing runway and editorial talent while supporting global fashion productions and emerging models.
Latina Glam Makeup Community (USA) – A professional beauty community bringing together leading makeup artists and beauty professionals across the United States.
Roman K Premium Hair Salon (USA) A premium Manhattan salons network specializing in luxury hair styling and backstage beauty services for fashion, editorial, and special events.
INTERNATIONAL MEDIA PARTNERS
FashionUnited – One of the world’s leading B2B fashion media platforms, connecting fashion professionals across more than 30 international markets through industry news, business insights, and global fashion coverage.
Paris Runway Official – An international PR and luxury fashion media platform providing digital storytelling, and international visibility for designers, brands, and fashion events.
France Fashion – A French fashion publication covering designers, luxury brands, fashion events, and creative industries.
D Fashion Magazine – An international digital fashion publication showcasing designers, editorial photography, beauty, and contemporary culture.
ART E$TATE Magazine (Miami, USA) – An international art, fashion, and culture publication covering Art Basel Miami, the 2026 Academy Awards (Oscars), and major cultural events while promoting artists, designers, actors, musicians, and creative professionals through international editorial features.
MediaKind – A global media technology company providing advanced streaming, broadcast, and video infrastructure solutions for international media, entertainment, and live event productions.
Empire Magazine Africa – A premium African publication covering business, culture, fashion, luxury, entrepreneurship, and influential leaders across the African continent.
Le Afrique Style Brazil – An international publication dedicated to African fashion, culture, beauty, and luxury lifestyle, creating connections between African creativity and global audiences.
Fact Nama – A global digital platform highlighting innovation, fashion, culture, entrepreneurship, and emerging creative talent.
As Unique Fashion Show continues its international expansion, the New York edition reinforces the platform’s mission of connecting Europe, North America, the Caucasus, and Central Asia through fashion, creativity, innovation, and international collaboration. More than an event, Unique Fashion Show is where new partnerships are created, cultures connect, and the future of fashion is shaped.
UNIQUE FASHION SHOW | NEW YORK FASHION WEEK 2026
September 13, 2026 / Christian Church,1010 Park Avenue, Manhattan, New York
