Dubai Design District (d3) will host The Fashion Masterclass Dubai Vol.2 on 9 and 10 May 2026, bringing together professionals from across the fashion, luxury, and creative industries for two days of panels, workshops, and networking.
The event, founded by Jelizaveta Kozlova – fashion entrepreneur, educator, and founder of EK Laboratory – returns for its second edition in partnership with d3, taking place at Building 11 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on both days.
Kozlova describes the initiative as “a signature event series dedicated to educating, inspiring, and connecting professionals across the fashion, luxury, and creative industries.”
Running under the motto “For Visionaries Defining the Industry’s Future,” the programme is structured across two thematic days.
Day One: Fashion and luxury PR, media and digital
The first day, on May 9, focuses on public relations, media and publishing, e-commerce, and the social media landscape. Attendees will hear from editors, chief executives, influencers, PR strategists, brand activation specialists, and talent acquisition managers.
Day Two: Fashion buying, merchandising and brand building
The second day, on May 10, turns to the commercial side of the industry. Buyers, general managers, and executives from global luxury groups and regional businesses will lead discussions on buying decisions and brand growth strategies, alongside independent strategic and transformation advisers.
Confirmed speakers for Vol.2 include Olivia Phillips, Fozaza, Zessica Michault, Sonia Maghraoui, Obeida Danhach, Firdos Shaikh, Elisa Borrasso, Hala Darwish, Kadija Benouda, Nahid Kermali, Nivine Halabi, Erin Kiona Thompson, Fatima Hassan Gomez, Sabine Volcic, Rowan Farah, Jennifer Cohen Solal, and Rosie Gunn. Kozlova will serve as founder and moderator, joined by moderator Stefania Nassar.
Speakers represent organisations including Harper’s Bazaar Arabia, Chalhoub Group, Miu Miu (Prada Group), LVMH, Al Futtaim, MAGRABi, and OUNASS.
The Fashion Masterclass is positioned for fashion and creative industry professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, opinion leaders, students, and those entering the industry. Kozlova has designed the platform to offer, in her words, “direct access to real-world insights — from breaking into competitive roles to scaling brands in the Middle East market.”
The format includes panel discussions, one-on-one conversations, masterclasses, workshops, power networking sessions, and exclusive guest experiences.
Early Bird tickets are available via two platforms: Luma and Eventbrite.
The full programme is available via the official Instagram page.
