Siam Paragon, Siam Center, And Siam Discovery Unite Thailand’s Creative Power to Create the Year’s Most Spectacular Runway Phenomenon

“Bangkok International Fashion Week 2026” Reinforcing Leadership in Driving Thai Fashion onto the Global Stage

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2026 – The fashion scene is set to ignite once again as Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery join forces to present Thailand's most influential fashion week, "Bangkok International Fashion Week 2026" (BIFW2026), on a grand scale. The event will showcase Thailand's creative potential through 10 powerful runway shows by 10 leading Thai designers and fashion brands, while providing a platform for a new generation of young Designers to showcase their talent. Fashion lovers are also invited to discover new brands and emerging fashion trends from around the world, further reinforcing Siam Paragon, Siam Center and Siam Discovery as premier destinations for fashion and creativity in Asia. BIFW2026 will take place from 1–11 October 2026 at Siam Paragon, Siam Center, and Siam Discovery.

Siam Paragon, Siam Center, And Siam Discovery Unite Thailand’s Creative Power to Create the Year’s Most Spectacular Runway Phenomenon

This year marks the 19th edition of Bangkok International Fashion Week (BIFW2026), recognized as Thailand's leading fashion week and one of Asia's foremost fashion events. Siam Paragon, Siam Center and Siam Discovery join forces with leading public- and private-sector partners, including the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Kasikornbank Public Company Limited, Merz Aesthetics Thailand Co., Ltd., Madame Fin Co., Ltd., XPENG Thailand, Millennium Auto Group, Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, THANN, KIKI Beauty Space, Grey Goose, and M.A.C Cosmetics, to powerfully advance the Thai fashion industry onto the international stage.

Thanaporn Tantiyanon, Managing Director of Siam Paragon Shopping Center, said: "For more than 19 years, Siam Paragon Bangkok International Fashion Week has been recognized as one of the region's leading fashion weeks and an important platform for driving culture and shaping the direction of future fashion. This year, we continue to reinforce this position through BIFW2026, which goes beyond being a runway for presenting the latest collections. It serves as a hub of inspiration, an exchange of creative perspectives, and a platform for driving contemporary culture under the concept 'TH-nomenal Extraordinary – Lead the Culture, Wear the Future.', ready to showcase the potential and excellence of Thai fashion to an international audience. Each show goes beyond simply presenting fashion collections; it conveys the designers' visions, identities, and cultural power through contemporary design, while creating a fashion experience that goes beyond the conventional runway format. "This year, Siam Paragon continues to position BIFW2026 as an important platform for reflecting the potential and creativity of the Thai fashion industry to a global audience. It reinforces Siam Paragon's role as a World Class Fashion Destination, ready to elevate Bangkok as one of Asia's key fashion destinations while driving the Thai fashion industry forward with strength and sustainability."

Ekawit Chaiwaranurak, Assistant Managing Director, Head of Siam Center and Siam Discovery Business Unit, added: "At Siam Center, we are continuing our collaboration with Epson Thailand for the third consecutive year to support learning and the production process. We firmly believe that the creativity emerging today can grow into an important driving force for the Thai fashion industry of tomorrow. 'Visionary Stage' is therefore more than a fashion platform. It is a space of opportunity where young designers from across the country can experiment, express their identities, and reinterpret the unique identities of their respective regions through contemporary design. Under the concept 'NEXT TH-PHENOMENON,' we want to see the next wave of Thai fashion talent given the space to showcase their potential and confidently take their work onto the global stage.

"At Siam Discovery, we see fashion as an experience of discovery—not simply about following trends, but about creating a space where everyone can experiment, seek inspiration, and define their own style. Through SIAM DISCOVERY FASHION REVOLUTIONARY 2026, we present fashion from diverse perspectives, ranging from global brands and new collections to emerging Asian brands to watch, making Siam Discovery a destination where everyone can discover something new and enjoy fashion in their own way."

"Bangkok International Fashion Week 2026" (BIFW2026) presents a series of highlights designed to unveil the potential of Thai fashion as a global creative powerhouse across three key dimensions:

SIAM PARAGON: THE GLOBAL LANDMARK

Siam Paragon will transform into an iconic grand runway, showcasing the potential and excellence of Thai fashion through 10 powerful shows by 10 leading Thai designers and brands: 27 FRIDAY, 37°c Thirty-seven degrees Celsius, CHATO, FLYNOW, ISSUE, MERGE, NAGARA, PAINKILLER Atelier, POEM, and VVON SUGUNNASIL, taking place from 8-11 October 2026 at Parc Paragon, Siam Paragon.

Bringing together distinctive and diverse perspectives on fashion, the shows will be presented under the concept "TH-nomenal Extraordinary – Lead the Culture, Wear the Future." The collections will express the creative power of Thai fashion through visions that reflect cultural identities and perspectives on the future, demonstrating the ability of Thai designers to create distinctive work capable of making an impact on the international fashion scene.

The 10 grand runway shows will go beyond presenting each brand's latest collections. They will provide a platform for designers to express their identities and visions through contemporary design, creating an experience that transcends traditional fashion show format while reflecting the power of fashion. Simultaneously, BIFW2026 reinforces Siam Paragon's role as a Global Landmark, ready to elevate Bangkok as one of Asia's key fashion destinations.

SIAM CENTER: VISIONARY STAGE – THE NEXT TH-PHENOMENON

Meanwhile, Siam Center, The Ideaopolis, the city of trend-forward ideas, continues to support the creative power of the new generation through "Bangkok International Fashion Week 2026 – Visionary Stage at Siam Center," taking place from 1-4 October 2026 at Atrium 2, G Floors, Siam Center

The platform provides young designers with an opportunity to showcase their potential through fashion and design that reflects creativity, identity, and stories from diverse regions across Thailand under the concept "NEXT TH-PHENOMENON"—the next wave of creative Thai power transformed into world-class fashion design.

This year, the initiative brings together talent from 13 universities and institutions across Thailand, including Bangkok University, Khon Kaen University, Chulalongkorn University, Chanapatana International Design Institute, Chiang Mai University, Thammasat University, Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon, Mahasarakham University, Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Udon Thani Rajabhat University, Srinakharinwirot University, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya Songkhla, and Prince of Songkla University, together with three Thai designer brands: Keira Selbe, Sleeping Cloud, and Tao Thong Dam x Mohhomphrae / Heritage / Kanhom. Together, they reinterpret Thai fashion through a new-generation perspective, connecting local wisdom, culture, and ways of life from different regions with contemporary design.

SIAM DISCOVERY: SIAM DISCOVERY FASHION REVOLUTIONARY 2026

Another exciting dimension comes from Siam Discovery, The Exploratorium – The Biggest Arena of Lifestyle Experiments, which presents fashion through the lens of discovery and lifestyle experimentation with "SIAM DISCOVERY FASHION REVOLUTIONARY 2026," taking place on 6 October 2026 at G Floor, Siam Discovery.

Siam Discovery will be transformed into a runway of discovery, showcasing standout seasonal collections, powerful silhouettes, and trends shaping contemporary fashion through distinctive and unexpected styling.

A key highlight is Discovery Selection, a curated space featuring distinctive, trendsetting fashion and lifestyle brands from around the world, inviting visitors to discover something new. Highlights include the latest collection from DAMSON MADDER, which offers a fresh interpretation of the British countryside, and ADERERROR, presenting its "TIME AFTER TIME" concept inspired by pottery and ceramics, expressed through distinctive silhouettes and unique item pairings that create intriguing proportions. Other brands include OPEN YY, AJOBYAJO, and ANDERSSON BELL, among others.

Siam Discovery also reinforces its role in introducing Thai fashionistas to new brands through a curated selection of Vietnamese fashion brands brought to Bangkok by House Of Aren, adding further diversity to the fashion landscape. The selection brings together Vietnamese brands that express identity through fashion, confidence, and creativity, empower women's energy to shine limitlessly, including BONJOUR and FIG&TONKA, each offering distinctive concepts and perspectives on fashion.

Get ready for the fashion phenomenon of the year, "Bangkok International Fashion Week 2026," taking place this October:

• Visionary Stage at Siam Center: 1–4 October 2026
• SIAM DISCOVERY FASHION REVOLUTIONARY 2026: 6 October 2026
• Siam Paragon Bangkok International Fashion Week 2026: 8–11 October 2026 at Parc Paragon, Siam Paragon

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SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 17 September 2026 - United Language Centre (ULC), an international English learning community based in Singapore since 2012, has progressively extended its support into education transition, academic readiness and international school preparation, with Edu Global Connect (EGC) contributing its education expertise to this wider academic support.

United Language Centre (ULC) Expands Academic Support to Help International Families Navigate School Transitions

Admission Is Only One Part of the Transition

For internationally mobile families, securing a place at the right school is an important milestone. But an acceptance letter is often only the beginning of a much wider transition.

Students may still need to adjust to a new academic system, unfamiliar classroom expectations, different assessment methods and, in many cases, learning and communicating through English every day.

For families, the question is therefore not only whether a child can gain admission, but whether they feel ready to learn, participate and build confidence once they arrive.

As this growing need has shaped the evolution of ULC, the expanded offering is designed to help students prepare not only for admission, but also for the academic and social transition into their new school environment.

"We often see that the real challenge lies between admission and readiness. A student may secure a school place but still need time to develop the language confidence, academic habits and understanding of a new school environment that allow them to participate fully. Our academic support brings language preparation, educational guidance, and transition planning together," said Matthew Fast, Founder & Managing Director at ULC.

Education transitions rarely happen in separate stages. School applications, academic readiness, language development and personal adjustment can all require attention at the same time.

Rather than treating these as separate needs, ULC's expanded approach reflects how international families often experience the transition in real life — as one connected journey.

From Language Learning to Education Readiness

Operating from The Adelphi in City Hall, United Language Centre (ULC) has supported adult learners, professionals, students, families, and newcomers from diverse backgrounds.

Over the years, one recurring theme has been that people rarely want to learn English in Singapore purely for the language itself. More often, they want the confidence to use it, whether that means contributing at work, speaking with a teacher, participating in class, or navigating everyday life more independently.

As these needs have become more interconnected, ULC has expanded its support beyond the traditional scope of an English language school, bringing language development together with education planning, international school preparation, study-abroad guidance and academic support.

Through its work with EGC, ULC is able to complement its existing language and community strengths with additional expertise in school admissions, academic preparation and international education pathways.

Where relevant, preparation can include entrance interview practice, school admission assessments, and readiness for tests such as WIDA, SLATE, TRACKTEST, or CAT4. An English language course can also be aligned with the student's academic and transition needs.

The expanded offering also includes International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) tutoring in Mathematics, Science, Humanities, and English, supporting students adjusting to international curricula.

The focus is on helping students adapt not only to subject content but also to expectations around critical thinking, communication, project work, collaboration, and independent learning.

Building an International Learning Community in Singapore

ULC has maintained a long-standing focus on helping newcomers, professionals, students, and families use English with greater confidence across everyday, academic, and professional settings. Beyond its role as an English language school in Singapore, ULC has grown into an international English learning community where language development is closely connected with confidence, participation, and belonging.

"English is often the bridge that allows people to participate more fully in a new environment — whether that is in school, at work or in the wider community," said Macy Liu, Executive Director at ULC. "As our learners' needs evolve, we believe our role should evolve with them."

For internationally mobile families, a successful education transition is about more than securing a school place. It is about whether a student can understand what is expected of them, communicate when they need help, participate with confidence and gradually feel that they belong.

ULC's expansion into wider academic and education support reflects this broader understanding of what international learners and families need today.

An acceptance letter can open the door. Readiness helps a student walk through it with confidence.

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About United Language Centre

United Language Centre (ULC) is an international English learning community established in Singapore in 2012. ULC supports adult learners, professionals, students, families and newcomers through practical English communication, community-based learning and an expanding range of education and academic support for internationally mobile families.

© Official United Language Centre (ULC) · Established in 2012 · City Hall.

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