Hong Kong Fashion Fest 2025 Launches VIRTUOSE Showcasing Emerging Haute Couture Designers

Hong Kong Fashion Fest kicks off its second edition today

Presented by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, spearheaded and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau (CSTB), the second edition of Hong Kong Fashion Fest opened today (November 22) with the launch programme "VIRTUOSE: The Artistry of Couture 2025" (VIRTUOSE) held at Central Pier No. 4.

Organised by the Hong Kong Fashion Designers Association (HKFDA), VIRTUOSE aims to highlight the different facets of craftsmanship through an haute couture runway and showcase programme, inviting emerging local, Mainland and overseas haute couture designers to use Hong Kong as a stage for the international fashion community.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law, said that couture represents the highest level of design and craftsmanship in fashion, transforming the most exquisite fabrics into breathtaking masterpieces. Given its rich heritage and enduring influence, CCIDA has chosen couture as the theme for the opening of the second edition of the Hong Kong Fashion Fest.

The runway brings together four new-generation couture designers, namely, Peet Dullaert, Tomo Koizumi, Zhaoyi Yu and Caroline Hu, whose forty looks are presented on the dazzling stage set against the Victoria Harbour. Their outstanding works have shone at international fashion weeks; through global collaborations and their own creative talent, they are shaping the future of couture worldwide. The four designers will also host time-limited trunk shows and fireside chats, engaging industry professionals in in-depth discussions and sharing their creative journeys as well as the insight into future trends and development of couture.

Highlights of the runway show will be available for replay on the official social media channels of Hong Kong Fashion Fest, the HKFDA and VIRTUOSE. For more information on Hong Kong Fashion Fest, please visit www.hongkongfashionfest.com.

Hong Kong Fashion Fest kicks off its second edition today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Fashion Fest kicks off its second edition today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Fashion Fest kicks off its second edition today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

Hong Kong Fashion Fest kicks off its second edition today Source: HKSAR Government Press Releases

DSD deeply saddened by passing of contractor staff member

The Director of Drainage Services, Mr Ringo Mok, was deeply saddened by the passing of a staff member of its contractor in an accident that occurred at a construction site for upgrading works of existing sewerage system at Yen Chow Street in Sham Shui Po yesterday (May 27). He expressed his deepest condolences to the family of the deceased and requested the contractor to provide them with appropriate assistance.

At about 8.30am yesterday, the worker was injured during a lifting operation at the construction site. He was sent to Princess Margaret Hospital for treatment and was certified dead at about 11.30pm.

The Drainage Services Department (DSD) has requested the contractor to suspend the related works and conduct a safety check. The contractor was also instructed to carry out a thorough investigation into the cause of the accident. The DSD will also render full assistance to relevant departments in their investigations.

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