Dubai, UAE, 1 February 2025 – Angelo Estera closed the first day of Dubai Fashion Week FW25/26, closing the evening with a breathtaking runway presentation. Leading up to this milestone moment, UAE-based Filipino Designer Angelo Estera, in partnership with in5 Design and Sizters App, hosted an exclusive pre-show soirée at in5 Design, Dubai Design District (d3).
Invited guests were immersed in an exciting evening filled with exclusive VIP privileges, including private preview of Estera’s pieces, an intimate dinner, and front-row experiences at his showcase.
An Evening of Dubai Fashion & Influential Guests
The soirée was a star-studded affair, graced by Michael Cinco, Consul General Marford Angeles, Vice Consul Paola Ebora, Filipina internet personality Rosenda Casaje, and a mix of regional press and influencers. Guests also enjoyed an exclusive sneak peek at Estera’s latest collection, building excitement for the main event.
As guests arrived, they were immersed in a curated experience featuring private showcases, an intimate dinner, and networking opportunities, all against the backdrop of Dubai’s premier hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, in5 Design. The Sizters App team, known for innovating peer-to-peer luxury fashion rentals, played a key role in crafting an evening that blended couture, community, and sustainability.
Angelo Estera’s Vision for Dubai Fashion Week 2025
Speaking on the significance of the event, Angelo Estera shared:
“I am thrilled to present my latest collection at Dubai Fashion Week, where culture and fashion intersect in the most spectacular way. This collection is a celebration of my travels and inspirations, a fusion of diverse influences that come together harmoniously on the runway.”
Fashion’s Future in the Spotlight
The night not only honored Estera’s impact on modern couture but also featured a special moment when Filipina internet personality Rosenda Casaje made her debut catwalk for Angelo Estera’s Couture Fall/Winter 25/26 collection.
The event also highlighted the collaboration between in5 Design, a dynamic startup incubator under TECOM Group PJSC, and Sizters App, one of the startups nurtured under in5. As an in5-supported venture, Sizters App is redefining access to luxury fashion through sustainable rentals, making this partnership a natural extension of their shared vision for innovation and creativity in the fashion space. This soirée marked the start of Dubai Fashion Week 2025, building anticipation for the first day’s finale featuring Angelo Estera.
