Paris Runway Official heads to Birmingham Fashion Week (BFW) this September 25th – 28th 2025 to preview its 3rd Anniversary
New York City, NY - Birmingham Fashion Week (BFW) is back this September 25th – 28th 2025. Powered by underrepresented voices, rooted in Birmingham’s vibrant culture, and on a mission to open up the creative industries.
Now in its third year, Birmingham Fashion Week returns this autumn with four days of bold programming across four vibrant city locations. Championing sustainability, local talent and accessible entry points into the fashion world, BFW25 continues to break the mould of traditional fashion weeks.
The week opens with a city-centre art exhibition and launch party - 'best of brum', bringing together creatives, collaborators and the local fashion and art community to kick o the celebration. On day two, BFW partners with Oxfam Moseley to deliver a hands-on upcycling workshop, where participants will rework second-hand garments into new pieces, closing with a mini catwalk and photo session.
Day three focuses on industry masterclasses and networking, including the return of The F Word, hosted by Belinda Kaur – founder of BK Networks and BK Spaces . The panel will open up real conversations around money, career growth and navigating the creative industries — Led by professionals with first hand experience of the barriers and years of expertise in the fashion industry.
“I’m incredibly excited to host Day 3 - The F Word event as a platform that celebrates and connects creatives from across the West Midlands. This isn’t just another event – it’s about breaking down barriers between creativity and collaboration within our creative community. Birmingham has incredible creative energy, and events like this are essential for helping local talent connect, grow, and put the West Midlands on the map as a major creative hub.“ says Belinda Kaur founder of BK Networks.
Millennium Point, the oicial catwalk venue sponsor of Birmingham Fashion Week, will host the spectacular grand finale runway show on the 28th. The Birmingham Fashion council cic is excited to work with a venue that shares a commitment to supporting underrepresented communities across Birmingham.
Rebecca Delmore, Commercial Director at Millennium Point says ‘We’re delighted to be hosting the grand finale of Birmingham Fashion Week 2025 at Millennium Point. As a venue committed to championing innovation and inclusivity, it’s a privilege to support an event that aligns so closely with our values. We’re proud to be a part of a week that celebrates local talent, sustainable fashion, and accessible pathways into the industry’
Nat Sakinah, founder of the Birmingham fashion council and BFW says “Birmingham boasts a deep creative legacy across music, art, culture, and craft - but its fashion scene hasn't always had its moment. At BFW25, we proudly present and celebrate the work of local, innovative, sustainable independent designers and artists.
Equally important is our commitment to supporting emerging talent — students, NEET, those from underrepresented communities and early-career creatives — by oering hands-on industry work experience."
Led by the Birmingham Fashion Council cic, BFW25 is more than an event — it’s a platform for representation, innovation and lasting change.
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