The vibrant city of Port Harcourt is set to come alive once again with creativity and couture as Port Harcourt Fashion Week (PHFW) returns to the EUI Centre from November 14 to 15, 2025.
This year’s edition brings together a dynamic mix of established fashion houses, emerging designers, and creative entrepreneurs for two days of runway showcases, exhibitions, and capacity-building sessions aimed at driving innovation and sustainability in Nigeria’s fashion industry.
A major highlight of the 2025 edition is the “Walk for Hope” runway presentation — a heartfelt celebration of senior citizens who continue to serve as beacons of hope and inspiration for younger generations. The show underscores PHFW’s theme of intergenerational creativity, blending wisdom and experience with youthful imagination.
Other standout segments include the Future Designer Showcase, spotlighting next-generation talent, and the Established Designers Showdown, which will feature some of the region’s most prominent fashion names. An expansive exhibition space will also showcase Port Harcourt’s finest brands, artisans, and lifestyle innovators.
“We created Port Harcourt Fashion Week to be more than a showcase — it’s a catalyst for jobs, skill development, and sustainable industry growth,” said Ngozi Anyiam, convener of PHFW. “This year’s ‘Walk for Hope’ and the Future Designer Showcase capture our commitment to intergenerational inspiration and meaningful investment in the next generation of designers.”
Since its inception, PHFW has evolved into the premier fashion platform in Rivers State, championing creativity, entrepreneurship, and sustainability through fashion. The initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by promoting decent work, economic growth, and environmentally responsible fashion practices.
Over the years, the event has attracted support from partners such as the British Council, NLNG, Port Harcourt Chamber of Commerce, Tecno Mobile, Lush Hair, MAC Cosmetics Africa, Vlisco, Lacasera, and several indigenous brands — collaborations that have helped expand market access, encourage ethical production, and strengthen the creative economy in the Niger Delta.
With its growing influence, Port Harcourt Fashion Week continues to position the city as a rising hub for African fashion and innovation, where sustainability meets style and creativity fuels opportunity.
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