Dubai, UAE – September 15-17, 2023 – The World Fashion & Arts
Business Forum (WFABF) under patronage Sheikh Majid Al
Mualla concluded its three-day extravaganza, offering a unique
confluence of fashion, art, and business insights. The event saw a
stellar lineup of prominent personalities, designers, and business
leaders.
Press Conference at Habtoor Palace Dubai
The event kicked off with a press conference at Habtoor Palace
Dubai, featuring distinguished speakers:
- Mr. Muhammad Hamad, Royal Family Advisor & Head of
Business, Sheikh Majid Al Mualla Group of Companies. - Lana Verina, Founder of World Fashion Week Dubai.
- Leena Bansal, Fashion Business Consultant, Mentor & Growth
Strategist. - Fakhri Tarabien, Renowned Jewelry Designer.
- Ferhat Polat, International Singer.
The press conference was hosted by Annette Solana, Brand
Ambassador of WFABF, who skillfully guided discussions on the
interplay between fashion and business.
Investors Community Networking at FT NFT Gallery, Dubai
Mall with the chief guest Sheikh Majid Al Mualla
Following the press conference, the WFABF hosted an exclusive
Investors Community Networking event at FT NFT Gallery, Dubai
Mall. This unique gathering facilitated connections between the
worlds of business and fashion, offering opportunities for
investors, designers, and entrepreneurs to collaborate and
innovate.
World Fashion Designers Contest and Awards Ceremony at
THE SPACE Events
The highlight of the WFABF was the World Fashion Designers
Contest and Awards ceremony, held at THE SPACE Events and
Sports. This segment featured a remarkable array of talented
designers:
- Angelo Estera Couture (UAE)
- L’ART DU KAFTAN (Morocco)
- Polina Tropillo (Russia)
- Wedding World (Ukraine)
- The Star Life (Hyderabad, India)
- Gven Style (Russia)
- Pamela Quinzi (USA)
- Raskokoshno (Russia)
- Glamora Chic Collection (UAE)
- Landalba (Mexico)
The awards ceremony recognized excellence in various categories,
including Leadership & Business, Community Services,
Women Empowerment, and more. The honorary awards were
presented by esteemed guests and dignitaries, including Sheikh
Madjid Rashid Al Mualla, who received the HONORARY
AWARD for Leadership & Business Recognition of Community
Services, and HH Sheikha Noura Al Khalifa, who was honored
with the HONORARY AWARD for Contribution to Women
Empowerment. They personally honored the nominees.
Special Networking Yacht Event
The third day of the event continued with a unique networking
experience on a yacht. Special guests and designers had the
opportunity to connect and relax in an extraordinary setting,
further enhancing the spirit of collaboration.
The WFABF 2023 successfully celebrated the fusion of fashion,
art, and business, promoting women empowerment and fostering
connections across industries. This event was made possible
through the dedicated efforts of its organizers, the support of
Sheikh Majid Al Mualla Group of Companies and the
generous support of its sponsors:
- Title Sponsor: Danube Real Estate
- Diamond Sponsor: Sam & Brosko – We Speak Diamond
- Best Business Group Company: Alina Bogolibova (CEO)
- Luxury Car Sponsor: Faster
- Security Partner: AN Security
- Makeup Partner: Manni Arora Mahajan
- Cosmetics Prize Sponsor: Ritabeauty Cosmetics
- Venue Partner: Al Habtoor Palace Dubai
