Unique Fashion Show opens global call for designers to join its 6th edition in New York City

The Unique Fashion Show (UFS), one of the world’s most forward-thinking and international fashion platforms, proudly announces its Open Call for Designers to participate in the 6th Edition, set to take place on January 31, 2026, in New York City.

After the triumph of its 5th Edition in Paris at the Shangri-La in May 2025, UFS now brings its celebrated format to the heart of the U.S. fashion capital, promising a spectacular showcase where creativity, technology, and cultural unity converge.

This prestigious gathering will welcome more than 800 international guests, including renowned press, global buyers, investors, influencers, cultural institutions, and diplomatic representatives. With its signature mix of runway excellence, digital innovation, and cultural dialogue, UFS NYC 2026 is set to redefine the future of global fashion.

A Stage Beyond Borders

Highlights of UFS NYC 2026 include:

• Runway Shows- Presenting visionary collections from both emerging and established designers across continents.
• B2B & B2C Showroom- A powerful commercial hub connecting brands with global buyers, press, and fashion enthusiasts.
• AI & 3D Design Competition- Spotlighting digital pioneers shaping the next era of fashion.
• Metaverse Showcase- Immersive presentations taking creativity beyond physical frontiers to global virtual audiences.
• Cultural Exchange Programs- Fostering international creative collaborations and industry dialogue.

Art exhibition by Romanoz- Georgian Transcendental painter, whose works are part of prestigious collections worldwide, including those of David Lynch and Björk. With more than 20 solo exhibitions internationally, Romanoz pushes the boundaries of artistic expression—most notably in 2019, when he became the first artist in history to stage an exhibition in the stratosphere, 43 km above Earth.

Open Call for Designers

Designers from all corners of the globe are invited to apply and secure their place on one of the most prestigious stages in fashion today. Categories include:

• Runway Presentation
• Showroom Participation (ready-to-wear, accessories, jewelry, lifestyle)
• Digital & Metaverse Showcase (AI fashion, 3D collections, phygital creations)

What Designers Gain

Presentation before a curated international audience of press, buyers, stylists, investors, and cultural leaders. Global visibility through press campaigns, international media features, digital lookbooks, and social media promotions. Participation in innovative platforms, from physical catwalks to the Metaverse, ensuring maximum impact. Access to exclusive networking opportunities with industry leaders, cultural institutions, and potential partners.

Application Details

Applications are officially open designers are invited to submit their portfolios, collection concepts, and brand profiles through the official UFS website.

“SELF-TRANSFORMATION”- International Designers Competition- Metaverse

“SELF-TRANSFORMATION”: From Limits to Freedom- an international competition where fashion, artificial intelligence, and creative practices converge to explore the boundaries of identity. The challenge is to reflect liberation from constraints and the creation of new identities through digital art- from 3D collections and AI-generated fashion to digital couture for the Metaverse. Organized by Unique Fashion Show (Foundation) with the support of CHOICE, this competition invites designers to reimagine the future at the intersection of fashion, art, and technology. The competition is held in partnership with PROGENIUS STUDIO- an international creative laboratory.

The best projects will be showcased on the runway at UFS New York (January 31, 2026) and integrated into the UFS Metaverse experience.