ART, BEAUTY, CULTURE , BUSINESS & FASHION EVENT
WORLD FASHION FESTIVAL AWARDS (Season 7, 25 October at Almas Conference Centre)
International Artists and World-wide Designers
Inspired by Dubai’s Glam
“Art Meets the World”
Dubai, 25 October 2025 – In the vibrant heart of Dubai, a crossroads of cultures, innovation and creativity, the World Fashion Festival Awards returns for its 7th edition, one of the most prestigious international platforms dedicated to fashion, art, design, and cultural diplomacy. Founded by Her Excellence Ms Ioana Gratiela Elbada De Cantacuzino and Ana Maria Simion, this iconic event stands out for its integrated vision of art and fashion, fostering dialogue between cultures and generations through the universal power of artistic expression.
For the Art & Design Section 2025, the Festival has appointed international curator Sveva Manfredi Zavaglia as Artistic Director. She presents a remarkable exhibition — both digital and physical — that unites artists from across the globe, from North to South, in a shared creative conversation. This edition’s Art & Design section features a major collective exhibition that brings together international artists From Europa, Africa, South America, Asia, exploring new languages, materials and contemporary visual narratives.
A Bridge between Art, Culture and Diplomacy
The festival takes place under the distinguished patronage of diplomatic figures and members of the Royal Family of the United Arab Emirates, within the Almas Centre. It offers artists an extraordinary opportunity for exchange and dialogue with Ambassadors, Consuls, Government Entities, Cultural Institutions, International Collectors, Influencers, Lifestyle Media, CEOs, Entrepreneurs and Global Investors. This edition strengthens the collaboration with the Diplomat Business Club, an exclusive network hosting events in iconic locations such as the UK Parliament, the Burj Khalifa, and the Emirates Towers — ensuring high-profile exposure and an unprecedented international network.
The World Fashion & Art Festival Awards represents not only an artistic event but also a bridge of cultural cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and the world. Through forums, exhibitions and high-level meetings, the festival promotes bilateral collaborations in the fields of Contemporary Art, Cultural Tourism, Art Investments, Creative Economy, Innovation, Sustainability and Digital Transition.
Art is the Language that Unites the World
To be part of WFFA Dubai 2025 means representing the finest expression of one’s culture on a global stage, promoting values of beauty, dialogue and innovation.
Invited and selected international artists exhibit their works before a prestigious global audience, within one of the world’s most strategic cultural and economic hubs — an experience unlike any other in the international art panorama.
| ART Bony Bullrich – Art Design & Recycle ArtSalvatore Buonajuto – Paintings & Mixed MediaJosé Claro – Paintings Carlo D’Orta – PhotographyMaha Drira – Photography & mix media Filippo Gregoraci – Mixed Media & Algorithm Eleonora Valeri – Nature bas-reliefs with glassVan Ban – Pencil Drawings Federico Vigorito – Video & Photography Valentina Zelli – Paintings, Sezione speciale con le opere in presenza di:Andrea Gentili – Paintings BEAUTY Tricoart by Mihaela Scutariu, David Rizescu, SVETLANA SUSSABAUER, Tempo Per te by Christian Giardullo Safiri Aryani, Mihaela Paunescu CULTURE | CENTRUL EDUCATIONAL DIN EMIRATE | SVEVA MANFRED FASHION Trendy by Sandra Luffarelli, Tudor Tailor – men’s wear, Designer Zaza, SPECIAL GUEST DESIGNER AND INTERNATIONAL CELEBRITY Crina Abrudan , SPECIAL GUEST Tina Olari, SPECIAL GUEST Maileen Galbano , SPECIAL GUEST LUDMILA, SPECIAL GUEST LORELIA ELEGANCE, Helay, Tatyana Minin , Pashamen, Shad’aa, Huda Kais, IRENNA, Maricruz Vargas, Elidrissi Chaime , Enhle Gebashe, Karim MEGUELLATI, Laura Theiss, Leila Altun, LORELIA ELEGANCE kids, Evgeniya Furs, Diana Arhire, Gwen Hodges,Valentina della Rosa,Elfida’s Atelier, Sanela Djokovic. |
During the show, the designers enrolled to compete in two distinct categories Best Collection (free choice) and Best Dress (sustainability), while the Models competed for the Best International Model, Best Young Model and the make-up artists and hair stylists for the Best Make-up Artist and Best Hair Stylist.
During the festival days, WFFA had Special Guests “Dreaming web and management by Pamela Perricciolo”, Monica Pagano , Silvia Santini- AI Creative Project and Architect Manager, Culture Advisor Ms. Halima Abdullah Rashid,. HE Yaqoob Al Ali, Executive director and Private advisor in his Highness office of Sheikh Juma Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, HE Mr. Maktoum Almarzouqi, , SVEVA MANFREDI ZAVAGLIA: THE ART OF CURATING ART EXHIBITIONS, Woman Of Substance & An Epitome Of The Empowered Woman Lara Tabet, business man and upgrading designer at Alshalan investment from Saudi Arabia, Léa Ferreira Italian-Brasilian, well known actress, with an international recognition in the movie industry, Mr. MOUSA NASER ZAKI SAID AL BAWAB, Mr. MOHAMED MAHMOUD MOHAMED IBRAHIM, Mohamad Jardali, Lara Tabet, Adeel Tariq Javed, Ms. Mylene De Los Ama,Founder & CEO, Soul Couture Dubai, Ms. Hafsa Idrissi, Swiss artist, actress, and filmmaker, as well as a cultural ambassador, Katiuscia Durante and many others, Phdo Paeph Cantante Internazionale MC, Oedison Ramos Importante Impresario BR and many others
WFFA Season 7 has designated the winners on various categories with the support and contribution of a mixed specialized Jury Panel, with the following members:
- Head of jury Celebrity designer Tina Olari from Romania
- LOGAN CURTIS – is a multi-published model, producer, publisher, and entrepreneur from USA, different collaboration with well-known writers, models, actors.
- International Designer and winner of Best Collection WFFA 2023 Reham Sharaf.
- Olimpia Genova – Italian Image Consultant
- International Designer and winner of Best Collection WFFA 2023 Reham Sharaf.
- Chief GuestDR. MANSOOR AL OBEIDLI. At the heart of the Master Mind Awards stands Dr. Mansoor Al Obeidli, a kind and visionary leader whose energy and innovation continue to shape industries worldwide.
MAKEUP AND HAIR TEAM under the coordination of or Director Christian Giardullo
Makeup Team:
- SUZAN ADERHA
- DAVIDE BALOSETTI
- ELISA MIRANDA
- ELISA REALE
- ALESSANDRA DENARO
- GIUSEPPINA NARCISO
- MIHAELA MURARASU
- TERESA TUCILLO
- ZOOZ MAKEUP
- OMY BEAUTY
- Mira
- Mina Arefi
- Mozhgan Ebrahimi
- Rasheda makeup
- Sohaila Makeup
- Fatima.kh.A
- Alkozhoeva Meerim
HAIR Team
- MARINELA RADU
- RADUCU NICOLETA
- ANTONIO LAEZZA
- TUNI MINEOLA
- BLENDI LIKA
- DONATELLA SORO
- FABIO FIDENTEA
- FEDRERICA BREDA
- LIA VIORICA
- MANUELA MARCHETTI
- SEBASTIANO INFANTINO
- Fofo style
- Hana
- Fatemeh Saeedi
- Elmira & Sima
- Zeynab Beauty
- NATHAN ARON
- TEAM SVETLANA SUSSABAUER
Thank you to our live streaming sponsor and partner Carlo D’orsi , owner of Overmind TV Italy
A big thank you to our volunteer team Nabdh Al Emarat Volunteering Team.
Also to our team support Damiano Scalvini e Alice Benvenuti.
The winners of the WFFA Season 7 are:
- Best Dress– Elidrissi Chaime
- Best Collection – Diana Arhire
- Best Young Models 5-8 years
- Rhea Oltean
- Vincenzo di Bari
- Best Young Models 8-14 years
- Darius Moldovan
- Iana Nechita
- Best Female Model
- Alesia Zagrai
- Best Male Model
- Shuhaid Maksood
- Best Hair Stylist – Fabio Fidentea
- Best Makeup Artist- Davide Balosetti
Appreciation Certificates :
- Adel Tariq- Volunteer team
- For media – Best Magazine Cover- Dubai fashion magazine
- For media- Best Multimedia – Dream media motion
- Best makeup artist career – Alkozhoeva Meerim
- Director Artistic – Christian Giardullo
- Career Award- Logan Curtis
- Best Travel Agency- ND TOURS
- Pamela Perricciolo – For his extraordinary commitment and her leadership
- Monica Pagano – In recognition of the excellence demonstrated in corporate law and international contract law
- Silvia Santini- AI Creative Project and Architect Manager
- Shining Star- Ayush Hosakoti
The story of the 7th edition of the WFFA festival was a great success, where many exhibitors, partners and sponsors have joined the journey and made this success being possible. Many thanks and credits go to:
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
- SOUL COUTURE DUBAI
- DAVID RIZESCU BEUATY
- AMANTE BEAUTY
- HERBAL SEVEN
- GLOBAL DEVELOPMENT CENTER
- ND TOURS
- CARRETERA CAFÉ
- ZETO MODELS AGENCY
- KHLEO
- DRESS UP
- ITA BOUTIQUE
- TEMPO PER TE
- ORGALIFE
- PHOENIX
- REHAM SHARAF
- DREAMING MANAGEMENT
- OVERMIND TV
- Dress Up
MEDIA
- DFASHION
- RED SLIK CARPET
- DMM NEWS
- DUBAI FASHION MAGAZINE
- PARIS MODA
- FASHIONISTA TV
- DREAM MEDIA MOTION
- BOHEMIA RAPSHODY
- CHIC TV
- DEAN MAGAZINE
- WORLD FASHION MEDIA NEWS
- DAILY MAIL 24
- TIMES NEWS OF UAE
- RAZ TV
- SARA SHAFNI
This season, sustainability takes the spotlight. Sustainability in fashion is more important than ever—by embracing responsible practices, we promote ethical production, fair conditions for garment workers, and a more circular, thoughtful industry.
In this vision, every garment is designed to last, to be loved, and to leave the smallest possible footprint.
This opening moment of light and creativity was brought to life by celebrity hairstylist Christian Giardullo, with the artistic touch of make-up artist Alkozhoeva Meerim.
The look is beautifully presented by Maria Alexandra Laber from Romania, a promising young model making her international debut in our event
Was an amazing creation where the look took the stage, bravoooo!
| ART Bony Bullrich – Art Design & Recycle ArtSalvatore Buonajuto – Paintings & Mixed MediaJosé Claro – Paintings Carlo D’Orta – PhotographyMaha Drira – Photography & mix media Filippo Gregoraci – Mixed Media & Algorithm Eleonora Valeri – Nature bas-reliefs with glassVan Ban – Pencil Drawings Federico Vigorito – Video & Photography Valentina Zelli – Paintings, Sezione speciale con le opere in presenza di:Andrea Gentili – Paintings |
Kids Competition – Day and Evening Competition
Our young models: CATEGORY 5- 8 YEARS
- Eva Marele-
- Miriam Cucea
- Larisa Oltean
- Ecaterina Vidican
- Vicenzio di Bari
- Rares Bogdan
- Rhea Oltean- her dress is a modern interpretation of the Romanian folk costume
- Valentina Pastor
- Ethan Jorel Grospietsch
CATEGORY 8 -12 YEARS
- Ayush Rajendra
- Iulia Bindiu
- Iana Nechita
- Victoria Dragota
- Sarah Dragota
- Darius Moldovean
- Evelin iugan
World Fashion Festival Awards x Dress-Up: Pop-up Sustainable Fashion & Beauty Tech Event
On October 26, World Fashion Festival Awards and Dress-Up came together for a truly special and exclusive experience — the Pop-up Sustainable Fashion & Beauty Tech Event, hosted at in5 Tech, Dubai Media City.
This inspiring collaboration celebrated the future of fashion and beauty — where innovation meets sustainability, and technology enhances creativity. The event brought together designers, brands, and innovators who share a vision for a more conscious and connected industry.
A heartfelt thank you to our 12 exceptional designers and brands who showcased their collections and creativity:
Anaya, ODD, L’Mane, TUDOR Personal Tailor, LORISE, Elfidas Atelier, Esprit de Vie, Laura Theiss, Leila Altun, Au Clair de Luna, EnhleBabesCouture, and Reham Sharaf.
Together, we highlighted the power of sustainable design, ethical beauty, and cutting-edge fashion technology — redefining what it means to look good and do good.
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