Silvia Navarro, a designer and businesswoman from Murcia, opened the eighth Alicante Fashion Week (AFW) with a keynote on Haute Couture at Street Level. The presentation, coordinated by the event’s communications lead, Main Espadas, framed AFW as a platform where tradition meets contemporary fashion. The week in Alicante promises continued showcases on Saturday, featuring a mix of emerging talents and established brands, with a schedule that highlights creative craft and commercial appeal. Citation: AFW organizers.
Navarro, who inaugurated a new boutique in Alicante this summer, also appeared in a television feature this week. The Local Development Agency highlighted her creative process and dedication to craft. Her work blends classic Spanish sewing techniques with a modern approach that aims to make haute couture accessible to a wider audience through her brand, often described as commercial haute couture. Citation: AFW organizers.
Photography
Earlier discussions during AFW focused on fashion photography, featuring sessions with prominent professionals who shared practical insights about capturing style and accessory details. Notable photographers included Giorgio Rizzi, Jesús Mora, and Borja López. The sessions offered participants tips on lighting, composition, and the storytelling power of fashion imagery. In a closing moment, Giorgio Rizzi conducted a live drawing session, followed by a study that showcased how a profile photo can influence social media presence. Citation: AFW organizers.
Parades
This Saturday, Alicante Fashion Week continues at the Real Liceo Casino with free and open access events. The day will feature fashion shows, performances, pop-up stores, and conferences, creating a full schedule for attendees from 11:15 to 21:00. The highlight is the final appearance of the Haute Couture designer Maria José Ortiz, whose candida couture line will be presented and complemented by a cocktail dinner at Teselas restaurant, which carries an entry fee. Citation: AFW organizers.
On November 3, the eighth edition of Alicante Fashion Week will culminate at Alicante Plaza del Ayuntamiento with a free, open-access fashion show. The lineup includes the designer Aliağa Fernando Aliaga, along with Samurai San and Ruth Duréndez, delivering a final display of creative collections. Citation: AFW organizers.