Inside The Vault: Fashion Factor’s 12th Edition Was All About a New Chapter for the Region
Dubai’s fashion story just turned a new page
It’s no secret that we adore our international labels with their flawless ateliers and the years of history behind every stitch. But there’s a growing realisation that the next era of style might not come from Paris or Milan. It might just come from Dubai. Fashion Factor 12: The Vault, was all about its Founder, Sherif Thomas, turning that idea into reality.
Held from October 25 to October 26 at The Agenda in Dubai Media City, The Vault was a meeting point for craftsmanship, innovation, and creative courage.
Eviancx, Dubai’s own tokenisation and crypto platform, joined as Strategic Partner, unveiling a USD 5 million investment platform to empower regional designers and fashion entrepreneurs.
Eviancx Fashion introduced the Dolce & Gabbana Custom Collection by Eviancx. The collaboration married haute couture’s tactile richness with digital innovation, a nod to how technology is reshaping luxury. Nadine Nassib Njeim opened the show alongside Victor Sandoval, Founder of Eviancx, gracing the runway in a stunning Dolce & Gabbana piece from the exclusive Eviancx collection.
Under the Eviancx Fashion platform, several distinguished designers have been showcased – including Zayna Haute Couture – with more exceptional talents set to debut in the upcoming seasons.
Designers from Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas brought their creations to Dubai. Each collection carried a distinct signature, yet together they told a story of fashion in transformation.
Marking a milestone on the global stage, SEVEN by TAMER HOSNY unveiled its first-ever collection at Fashion Factor, captivating the audience with a fusion of style and star power. The evening reached its pinnacle as Tamer Hosny was honored with the Global Inspirational Icon Award 2025, celebrating his influence and visionary contribution to art, music, and fashion.
One of the most talked-about moments came with the debut of AZARI, a Dubai-born brand unafraid to choose exclusivity over visibility. Its first collection was available by invitation only, a deliberate move to connect with a select audience who truly understand its vision.
Then came The Grand Prestige, whose runway presentation of the Hermès Collection wasn’t about dazzling theatrics but rather about craftsmanship that spoke for itself.
By the end of the weekend, The Vault’s message was clear: fashion’s future may have many addresses, but for October, its postcode was unmistakably Dubai.
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