Dubai Expo 2020

British Fashion Council, HSBC Middle East and Chalhoub Group partnered to host an exclusive catwalk show by leading British designer label Preen by Thornton Bregazzi. The event took place at the UK Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020, on Sunday 24th October 2021.

In addition to the catwalk, a series of talks will take place, discussing the future of fashion and retail following a year of change and evolution within the industry. BFC CEO Caroline Rush's opening summit took place at the UK Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020, discussing topics including; Positive Fashion: a sustainable future and Do We Really Care About Who Makes Our Clothes?

On Tuesday 26th October a designer showcase will take place at the exclusive private members club, The Arts Club Dubai, showcasing 6 British designers; E.L.V Denim, Completedworks, Miss Sohee, Neous, Preen by Thornton Bregazzi, and Saul Nash.

During this designer showcase, there will be a designer Q&A, hosted by established regional profile Louise Nichol, with Caroline Rush and the five British designers – E.L.V. Denim, Miss Sohee, Neous, Preen by Thornton Bregazzi, and Saul Nash to discuss the future of fashion and retail.