About
AFWEU Fashion Week: A Global Platform for Art, Culture and Fashion
AFWEU Fashion Week was founded in 2015 by Aydın Açık in Amsterdam, Netherlands , with the vision of creating a universal stage for fashion, art, and cultural heritage. Inspired by his late mother, Aysel Açık , a distinguished designer, Aydın Açık spent a year researching the concept and identity of the event, ultimately deciding on the name AFWEU. The name reflects the event’s global reach, uniting ‘’Asia, Africa, America, and Europe’’ through fashion and creativity.
The aim of the event is to alter the perception of Asian/African/American/European culture and promote special places as a tourist destination for arts, culture and fashion, while further increasing the awareness of the destination and more importantly, attracting international tourists, so enriching the destination’s tourism industry and economy. The program has been created to promote Asian/African/American/European culture consisting of captivating activities to suit an array of tastes with support from the government, local businesses and sponsors. The event holds many opportunities for further development such as collaborations with local businesses and neighboring countries.
AFWEU Fashion Week: A Decade of Leadership in Art, Culture, and Fashion
Since 2015 , AFWEU Fashion Week has established itself as the world’s leading platform for fashion and cultural events, organizing the highest number of such events in various countries and cities globally. This makes AFWEU Fashion Week the sole and unparalleled leader in the field.
Empowering Young Designers
AFWEU Fashion Week creates opportunities for young designers from diverse countries by providing them with free platforms to showcase their talent. This initiative has contributed to the growth and development of many young professionals in the fashion industry.
Commitment to Social Responsibility
The organization demonstrates its dedication to social causes by donating or granting ticket sales rights to charities. Through these actions, AFWEU fulfills its social responsibility mission while positively impacting communities worldwide.
Inclusivity and Creativity
AFWEU Fashion Week takes pride in including physically challenged and sensitive children in its creative projects. This not only nurtures their confidence but also gives them an opportunity to display their unique talents.
City and Sponsor Integration
The name of the city or the main sponsor is incorporated into each AFWEU Fashion Week event, emphasizing the local and collaborative essence of the event.
Global Presence
To date, AFWEU Fashion Week has successfully organized events in various cities around the world, including:
- AFWEU FW, Istanbul
- AFWEU FW, Amsterdam
- AFWEU FW, Mardin
- AFWEU FW, Astana
- AFWEU FW, Cappadocia
- AFWEU FW, Aspendos
- AFWEU FW, Emilio Antalya
- AFWEU FW, Lexus Aktobe
- AFWEU FW, Baku
- AFWEU FW, NextGen
- AFWEU FW, Atlas
With its dedication to art, culture, and innovation, AFWEU Fashion Week continues to shape the future of fashion on a global scale while fostering inclusivity, cultural preservation, and creativity.
VISION
AFWEU Fashion Week strives to be a leading international platform where the world’s cultural heritage meets modern fashion innovation. By bringing together designers, artists, and visionaries from diverse backgrounds, AFWEU aims to celebrate the rich traditions of different civilizations while shaping the future of fashion.
MISSION
The mission of AFWEU Fashion Week is to:
- Unite Cultures Through Fashion: Create a global platform that embraces artistic diversity and showcases designs influenced by historical and cultural elements.
- Highlight Architectural and Historical Significance: Organize events in locations that reflect the beauty of history and heritage.
- Empower Designers and Artists: Provide creative minds with the opportunity to display their work, exchange ideas, and expand their networks internationally.
- Promote Sustainable Fashion: Encourage innovation while preserving cultural traditions and sustainability in design.
By fostering collaboration between continents, AFWEU Fashion Week is set to become a global brand, hosting annual events that leave a lasting impact on the fashion industry and beyond.
We would like to thank our teammates, designers and supporting partners who contributed tot he realization of this international platform.
AFWEU Fashion Week
Board Chairman
AYDIN AÇIK