Budapest Fashion Week Showcases Unprecedented Talent from Emerging Designers

## Highlights of Budapest Central European Fashion Week

This September, Budapest Central European Fashion Week (BCEFW) is set to shine a spotlight on a record number of young Hungarian designers. For the first time, the official program will feature graduation collections from local universities. The event, now in its 16th edition, will occur from September 1 to 7, showcasing nearly 100 designers from Hungary and six neighboring nations.

### A Platform for Emerging Talent

Organized by the Hungarian Fashion & Design Agency (HFDA), BCEFW has evolved into a key platform for Central European creativity, linking the gap between education and the fashion industry. Students from institutions like Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design (MOME) and Budapest Metropolitan University (METU) will unveil their final collections, introducing innovative ideas that shape the future of regional fashion.

### Supporting New Designers

Approximately 60% of the brands featured this year are spearheaded by emerging designers. This initiative is part of BCEFW’s commitment to nurturing talent, illustrated by programs such as Young Talents and the Fashion Hub. Educational outreach remains a priority, with tailoring students invited to attend fashion shows and engage directly with industry professionals.

### Fashion Beyond the Runway

BCEFW goes beyond traditional runways, bringing fashion to life across the city with pop-up events, exhibitions, and panel discussions. This initiative enhances Budapest’s reputation as a regional fashion hub, attracting global media and buyers while elevating the presence of Hungarian brands on an international scale.

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