Tag: Ruse Fashion Week
World-Renowned Designer Ivan Donev Triumphs on the Runway at Ruse Fashion Week
The finale of the first evening of fashion shows at Ruse Fashion Week was dedicated to the collection of world-renowned designer Ivan Donev. He hails from the town of Rakovski, and Rome gave him a sip from the fashion spring at the oldest fashion academy. His designs reach the world’s fashion runways, and stars walk the most prestigious red carpets at the Oscars, BAFTAs, Venice Film Festival, and Sir Elton John’s Night of the Stars, from Italy and Europe to the Arab world, Asia, America, and Africa. His mentors have included designers such as Paco Rabanne, Valentino, and Fausto Sarli. His professional biography includes more than 30 international awards.
Fashion Trends Spring/Summer 2025 from Ruse Fashion Week
Ruse Fashion Week once again unveiled the essence of the upcoming spring/summer season. With bold stylistic statements, a return to essentials, and a strong commitment to responsible fashion, designers presented a powerful and inspiring vision. Here are the key themes that stood out this 2025 edition.
The Best Suit Trends for 2025 – As Seen at Ruse Fashion Week
Ruse Fashion Week 2025 might be known mostly with womenswear collection, but this year it also became a stage for some of the most refined and wearable menswear trends. The Eastern European fashion scene proved it’s not just catching up – it’s leading. Two standout collections – by Atelier Banderol and Boutique Milano – offered a fresh take on tailoring, setting the tone for what the modern man will be wearing this year.
Ruse Fashion Week Showcased Designs by Young Designer Meriyan Bashova
The young designer Meriyan Bashova presented her creations during the final evening of Ruse Fashion Week on May 10, 2025, at the House of Culture in Ruse.
VALMÓ with designer Maria Boneva inspires with the "Alma" collection during Ruse Fashion Week
The "Alma" collection by the brand VALMÓ with designer Maria Boneva was presented during Ruse Fashion Week 2025. The collection is inspired by the painting "The Two Fridas" and conveys themes of identity, sustainability, and cultural depth. It blends traditional Mexican silhouettes with contemporary cuts, creating harmony between past and present. The color palette of beige, green, and brown reflects a connection with nature and the earth. Three-dimensional hand-knitted flowers complete the designs, carrying a message of strength, tenderness, and inner transformation.
Tasquira Boutique Presented Elegant Bridal and Formal Dresses for Spring-Summer 2025 / 2026
Tasquira Boutique closed the defiles of Ruse Fashion Week with an exquisite collection of 24 bridal and formal dresses.
Reny Style Presented a Collection Inspired by Real Women at Ruse Fashion Week
Reny Style presented a collection of casual women’s wear during Ruse Fashion Week last month in Ruse. The collection is inspired by real women – dynamic, stylish, and with a personal touch. The focus is on soft and primarily natural fabrics with elasticity and comfort, carefully selected cuts and details that highlight the strengths of every woman. During the event, the brand received a statuette for sustainable fashion from the Bulgarian Fashion Association.
Miss Queen Evening Gowns – From Classic Elegance to Bold Fashion Statements
Miss Queen is a boutique for evening gowns in Ruse, offering a selection of boutique formal dresses crafted with attention to every detail. Inspired by the modern woman, the designs highlight the grace, confidence, and uniqueness of each lady. Miss Queen presented a selection of Evening Gowns 2026 during Ruse Fashion Week.
Vayana Collection Spring-Summer 2025 is Inspired by Natural Beauty
Vayana Collection is an in-house brand of BTB Bulgaria, which has successfully combined Bulgarian design with German precision on the market for 17 years. The brand presented its Spring-Summer 2025 collection during Ruse Fashion Week.
Axel Hardy Presented Spring-Summer 2025 Collection HARMONY at Ruse Fashion Week
On the runway of Ruse Fashion Week, Axel Hardy presented the HARMONY collection, which embodies the harmony between people, nature, and fashion.
Boutique Milano Presented Menswear During Ruse Fashion Week
Boutique Milano showcased a collection of men's suits during the glamorous runway show on the final evening of Ruse Fashion Week. The brand also received an award for sustainable fashion from the Bulgarian Fashion Association.
Adriana Rica: True Beauty Has No Limits
On the final evening of Ruse Fashion Week, the brand Adriana Rica with designer Adriana Garelova presented formal and bridal gowns. Adriana Rica is a brand born out of a love for art, fashion, and femininity in all its forms. For Adriana Rica, true beauty has no limits – it is not defined by age, size, or standard.
POVODA – Bridal Dresses with a Personal Approach and Attention to Detail
POVODA took part in Ruse Fashion Week by presenting models from its bridal gown collection. POVODA is a boutique for bridal and formal dresses, created for women without age limits. Women seeking modern femininity, romance, and a desire for elegance. At POVODA, they believe that style should be as natural as the movement of water.
ATELIER BANDEROL opened the final evening of Ruse Fashion Week with a collection of bridal gowns and men's suits
ATELIER BANDEROL is the realized dream of designers Desislava Damyanova and Nikola Karadamyanov! The brand features luxurious yet comfortable and practical boutique collections of elegant items for men and women, suitable for business meetings, receptions, and special occasions!
Stephanie Kamenova presented collection INTRIGUE Spring-Summer 2025 during Ruse Fashion Week
The brand under the name of designer Stephanie Kamenova was launched in 2019 and has progressively entered the Bulgarian fashion scene, and today it is also recognizable abroad. Aimed at ambitious women and those who oppose fast and mass fashion, Stephanie manages to satisfy even her most demanding clients. From classic suits, through avant-garde boutique pieces, to prom and wedding dresses, challenges are a part of her development.
Bulgarian Fashion Association Presented Awards for Sustainable Fashion and International Success to Bulgarian Designers
As part of the first edition of RFW Ruse Fashion Week, the Bulgarian Fashion Association presented elegant statuettes to Bulgarian designers and brands for their international achievements and adherence to the principles of sustainable fashion.
Glamour and Grace at the Grand Finale of the Ruse Fashion Week 2025 Runway Shows
Dazzling designer collections left the audience breathless on May 10 at the House of Culture in Ruse during the final evening of the first edition of RFW Ruse Fashion Week. Top models walked the runway wearing collections by Bulgarian designers and brands Banderol, Povoda, Adriana Rica, Tasquira, Stefani Kamenova, Meriyan, Miss Queen and Boutique Milano.
Ruse Fashion Week 2025 Showcased Bulgarian Fashion Spring-Summer 2025 / 2026
On May 9 and 10, the House of Culture in Ruse was transformed into a glamorous fashion runway, where top models walked the catwalk wearing collections by Bulgarian designers and brands such as Ivan Donev, Banderol, Povoda, Adriana Rica, Tasquira, Charlino, ROSI, Vayana Collection, Reny Style, Axel Hardy, Benmodel, Stephanie Kamenova, Valmó, Meriyan, Miss Queen and Boutique Milano.
Ruse Becomes a Fashion Capital This May
For the first time in Ruse, Ruse Fashion Week will take place from May 3rd to May 10th, 2025, bringing the city to life with stylish fashion shows and creative initiatives. The event is organized by the Bulgarian fashion portal Fashion.bg in celebration of its 25th anniversary.
