Romania is making waves in the international fashion scene as 11 visionary designers prepare to unveil their newest collections at New York Fashion Week (NYFW), from February 17-20, 2025. With the support of the Romanian Government, this initiative showcases Romania’s rich creative talent on one of the most prestigious global fashion stages.
Romanian Fashion Meets Global Excellence
New York Fashion Week is the pinnacle of fashion innovation, drawing designers, buyers, and influencers from around the world. As one of the "Big Four" fashion capitals, alongside Paris, London, and Milan, NYFW sets trends and defines the future of style. With top-tier brands, luxury fashion houses, and emerging talents presenting their latest creations, it is the ultimate platform for exposure.
This year, Romania’s finest designers will step into this spotlight, bringing a fusion of tradition, craftsmanship, and contemporary aesthetics. Their collections will be featured in exclusive showrooms, offering industry professionals and fashion enthusiasts an opportunity to experience bold designs, intricate details, and innovative textiles that define Romania’s modern fashion identity.
A Gateway to Global Recognition
By participating in NYFW, these designers are not only elevating their own brands but also reinforcing Romania’s position in the international fashion industry. With support from the Romanian Government, this showcase represents a strategic move to boost Romania’s creative economy and highlight its dynamic design scene.
Buyers, stylists, and media will have the chance to engage with these designers, discovering the unique storytelling, craftsmanship, and artistic vision behind each collection. From avant-garde silhouettes to timeless elegance, Romania’s designers are set to captivate the fashion elite.
Experience the Future of Romanian Fashion
New York Fashion Week is more than just an event—it is a celebration of creativity, innovation, and global influence. As Romanian designers take center stage, they bring a fresh perspective to the fashion world, proving that Romanian fashion is a force to be reckoned with.
For those attending NYFW, this is a must-see showcase—an opportunity to witness Romania’s rising fashion stars and explore collections that blend heritage with modernity. Stay tuned as these talented designers make history on one of the world’s biggest fashion platforms.
ANDRA HANDARIC STUDIO - andrahandaric.com
Location: CURATE
Transformative authorship clothing, thoughtfully constructed to (ad)dress the outer shape and disclose your inner self.
Having its roots in Transylvania, ANDRAHANADRIC studio is an international brand, established in high-end avant-garde fashion design since 2015. “Black Clothes White Souls” embodies the nucleus around which the brand develops its values, focusing on the inner particularities of individuals, freedom of self expression through a whimsical universe of shapes and textures. The ANDRAHANDARICstudio aesthetic is defined by clean, geometric cuts, organic textures, experimental processes, with a focus on versatility and sustainability.
The collections take inspiration from monastic clothing, aiming to emphasise the spiritual value that exists in a stark environment. The concept is based on the dichotomy of physical covering and spiritual disclosure, as a challenge to inner contemplation.The cloth is a shelter, a protective layer under which mystery regains value through countless ways of interaction with the wearer. Until now, the brand has been showcasing during Paris Fashion Week, Romanian Design Week, Skopje Design Weekend, Fashionclash Maastricht, Feeric Fashion Week.
ARTELIER LORINA - lorina-balteanu.com
Location: CURATE
Each piece of jewelry from Lorina Balteanu Paris is entirely handcrafted using only the finest natural materials, including semiprecious stones, vintage crystals, freshwater pearls, cotton pearls, and seed beads. Our jewelry is crafted by skilled artisans in Romania, Italy, and Moldova, ensuring the highest quality and attention to detail.
CRISTALLINI - cristallini.ro
Location: COTERIE
Iconic and timeless models made Su Misura in the heart of Europe with excellent craftsmanship, under the CRYSTALLINI signature.
In an elegant environment, we offer a variety of collections: cocktail, evening, haute couture, bridal, suits and coats, all made from the finest and exceptional materials. A fascinating palette of shades and designs weaves a unique and stunning visual harmony: princess cuts, a symbol of luxury, hand-made embroideries, velvet and lace, feathers, silk tulle, wool, cashmere, beaded ornaments, mermaid silhouettes, sophisticated and sensual styles at the same time.
By planning a visit to one of the CRYSTALLINI showrooms, we guarantee that you will live a memorable experience, in an intimate setting, assisted by a sales advisor with extensive knowledge of trends.
Ginissima - ginissima.ro
Location: SHOWROOM SKEP360
GINISSIMA is a sustainable brand by the very way we operate: each pair of shoes is made on demand, in just a few days, in our own workshop, thus minimizing the stock of finished products and waste.
ARTICLE TEN - articleten.eu
Location: COTERIE
ARTICLE TEN stands for freedom of expression as articulated in the European Convention on Human Rights. Inspired by this, ARTICLE TEN, the brainchild of Stefana Maior, is rooted in creativity and character, each creation is a fusion of old and new, opulence and simplicity, edgy and elegant, rebellious yet romantic - a collection of contrasts in perfect sync.
PAPUCEI - papucei.ro
Location: CURATE
For over 30 years, metallic shades, finishes that give an old-fashioned feel and bold applications have given Papucei products their signature look.
VENERA ARAPU - venera-arapu.com
Location: PHISTICATES SHOWROOM
Venera Arapu, romanian brand with 20 years old on the market, is a reflection of our Zeitgeist. The concept driving the collections to come is one of visual impact. It incorporates digital technology and it is a representation of post-modernity. A statement to wear for the strong, self assured and outspoken woman of our times.
MIAU by Clara Rotescu - miauboutique.ro
Location: COTERIE
MIAU by Clara Rotescu world is one of seduction and charm, great vitality and a spontaneous sense of fun. For designer, fashion is a mix of sensation, a return to the past and a vision of the future, for a modern, sexy and feminine woman.
NISSA - nissa.ro
Location: COTERIE
NISSA is a brand made by women, for women. With 99% of our colleagues being women, their dedication and passion for the feminine universe are present in each NISSA piece. Always one step ahead, foreseeing even the most hidden thoughts and desires of a woman, a mother, a sister, a wife, or your beloved one. The NISSA woman is described through her refinement, delicacy, power, confidence and style, always seen and admired, even from far away.
NISSINTEX - nissintex.com
Location: COTERIE
The small family business started over 25 years ago with the purpose of making every woman happy, no matter the cost. It all began with a dream: a little girl who used to try on her mother’s shoes, who later developed a passion for fashion, designers and catwalks. She started her career in the fashion industry, as a model, learning the tricks of the trade. Experienced and ready for the next step, she began to create an exclusive brand, alongside her sister and mother. Today, the NISSA story continues, along its impeccable guidelines and principles, always fulfilling the wishes of women, by making every day a special one.
WESRF - wesrf.com
Location: SPLASH SHOWROOM
WSRF is a family-owned independent brand. We are fashion designers with 15 years of experience in the industry working for our other brand Corina Vladescu. We are using high-end fashion techniques to create a streetwear design that looks and fits like no other. We are operating on every product until it reaches perfection. No seasons, limited, sustainable, nature respectful. We strongly believe in a life well spent, in unity as the underlying truth of all that exists. Born in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife. Inspired by the Ocean. Salty gear for Rebel Riders. Surfing life worldwide.
