Ashgabat, Turkmenistan – On June 13, as part of the International Exhibition TurkmenTextile Expo-2025, one of the program's most anticipated intellectual blocks will take place: a series of expert presentations from leading designers worldwide, uniting Europe, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia on one stage.
This day promises to be a true laboratory of fashion thinking: unique ideas, industry insights, and dialogues about the future of textiles, sustainability, and cultural synthesis.
Key Speakers: A Vision for Tomorrow
• Aidarkhan Kaliyev (Taraz, Kazakhstan) Topic: "Neo-Folklore – A Modern Reinterpretation of Traditional National Costume" The renowned fashion designer and founder of ASPARA Fashion Week will discuss how traditions find new life in contemporary fashion, transforming into a recognizable cultural code of the 21st century.
• Omar Mansoor (London, United Kingdom) Topic: "Marketing Your Sustainable Fashion Business" A London Fashion Week participant and expert in ethical production will provide practical advice on developing a fashion brand without compromising ecological values.
• Gouvher Gouvernet (France – Turkmenistan) Topic: "National Identity in International Fashion" The internationally acclaimed French-Turkmen designer will share her vision for the textile industry's development through the lens of innovation and cultural identity.
• Elena Kharitonova (Brussels, Belgium) Topic: "New Materials and Technologies! The European Experience of the Central Asian European Creative Alliance" A representative of the Central Asian European Creative Alliance will discuss the latest advancements in the textile industry and their impact on European and global fashion.
Dialogue of East and West: Roundtable with Hayden Ng
Immediately following the presentations, guests are invited to an interactive discussion featuring Hayden Ng (Singapore), President of the ASEAN Fashion Designers Showcase.
• NG Wai Ming Hayden (Singapore) Topic: "ASEAN International Fashion Week – ASEAN Fashion Designers Showcase" The conversation will be preceded by a short video about ASEAN Fashion Week, setting the tone for a dialogue on how traditions and modern trends converge within Asia's creative landscape.
The moderator will invite all interested participants – designers, students, and exhibitors – to contribute to the discussion on how cultural diversity shapes the future of global fashion, creating new avenues for inspiration and collaboration.
Don't Miss It: Your Place in the Fashion of Tomorrow!
TurkmenTextile Expo-2025 is more than just an exhibition. It's a vibrant platform for exchanging experiences, generating creative energy, and fostering real opportunities for growth.
When: June 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Where: Fashion Show Hall, Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan
Be at the heart of the action. Get inspired. Become a part of tomorrow's fashion.
Visit website: https://turkmentextile.turkmenexpo.com/
