Highlights of Day 2 of Dubai Fashion Week Fall/Winter 23/24

On the second day of Dubai Fashion Week, sustainability and ethical fashion too center stage on the catwalk. Here are the fashion labels that unveiled their latest collections.

Emergency Room

In celebration of its 5th anniversary "Home Sweet Home," fashion brand Emergency Room showcased its newest collection, reflecting its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and social justice, with unique macramé designs made of repurposed printed men's ties. Upcycled denim, knitwear, and evening dresses while incorporating new cuts and construction techniques were featured in this collection that can be described as cohesive and timeless due to the color palette that ranged from white to shades of grey and black. The standout pieces include face masks retracing the brand's story, a rounded take on the iconic embroidered denim jacket, and shirts made from deadstock men's tailoring fabric. The show's soundtrack featured a mashup of various interpretations of "I Want To Know What Love Is" alongside visuals by Nina Abou Zeid, highlighting the complex and multifaceted concept of "home."

House of Victor

In its latest collection that has been unveiled at Dubai Fashion Week, House of Victor presented pieces that reflected trajectory of re-imagining daring articles of clothes. House of Victor’s collection showcased an array of vibrant colors from blue, red, violet, and yellow that blended with the shades of black and grey. Oversized jackets, puffy coats, and distorted proportions along the sleek textiles and fabrics that exaggerated the designs. Style and comfort can be found in Victor’s creations with his standing collars and clean cuts.

The Whales

With a collection where shades of blue exist among hues of white, beige and denim, 17-year-old Emirati designer of the Whales Roudha Jamal debuted her first fashion show at Dubai Fashion Week. Ombre suits with color gradients and sleeve prints that are ocean inspired reflected her fascination for whales. Beyond just creating fashion, The Whales also prioritizes environmental sustainability where her collection raised awareness of the need to protect whale species and the environment

Temma Prasetio

Temma Prasetio drew inspiration from the Nusa Tenggara Timur, the southernmost province of Indonesia’s exquisite hand-weaving techniques and rich cultural heritage. Each fabric and pattern in the collection tells a story of modernity while also celebrating the region's cultural legacy. His collection of unique bomber jackets, oversized mesh shirts, and effortless belt-waisted coats embroidered with ethnic patterns delivered a true representation of culture and technique representing the designer’s visual sense.