HONG KONG - Asia's annual fashion extravaganza CENTRESTAGE kicked off on 2 September, followed by the highly anticipated Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show last night. The spectacular show featured the meticulously crafted Spring/Summer 2027 collections of four prominent local fashion brands: 112 mountainyam, ANGUS TSUI, ARTY:ACTIVE, and Z I D I.
Themed 'Hong Kong Dopamine', this year’s Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show saw the four designers draw inspiration from the city's lights and shadows, streets, architecture, cultural memories, and daily flow, translating Hong Kong's unique pulse into a fashion language. Through their new collections, each designer interpreted 'dopamine' from a different perspective – be it joy, dark humor, dynamics or the lightness of defiance – delivering a fashion experience brimming with sensory stimulation and urban energy to the audience. The show received enthusiastic acclaim from a multitude of industry professionals, celebrities and fashion enthusiasts in attendance, including luminaries such as Kay Tse, Kevin Chu, Tony Wu, Locker Lam, Jessica Chan, and others.
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, CENTRESTAGE is now in full swing and runs until 5 September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Concurrently, the 45th Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and the 14th Salon de TIME, jointly organised by the HKTDC, the Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Ltd., and the Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Ltd., are also being held at the venue. All three events will run until 5 September.
CENTRESTAGE and Salon de TIME are open to both trade buyers and the general public, while the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair is open exclusively to trade visitors. This convergence of fashion, timepieces, and design underscores Hong Kong's role as a leading hub for creative industries in Asia.
The 'Hong Kong Dopamine' theme is particularly timely as the global fashion industry increasingly looks to Asian cities for fresh perspectives. By leveraging local cultural nuances and urban experiences, these designers are not only contributing to the vibrancy of CENTRESTAGE but also reinforcing Hong Kong's positioning as an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange. The event also highlights the HKTDC's ongoing efforts to promote Hong Kong designers on the global stage, as part of the Fashion Hong Kong initiative that has previously taken Hong Kong talent to fashion weeks in New York, London, Paris, Milan, and other major cities.
For more information about CENTRESTAGE, including the full programme and buyer registration, visit the official CENTRESTAGE page. Updates and behind-the-scenes content are available on the CENTRESTAGE Instagram. Details about the Fashion Hong Kong programme can be found on the Fashion Hong Kong website.
The event also underscores the importance of cultural and creative industries to Hong Kong's economy. With support from the CCIDA, which was established to foster a conducive environment for arts, culture, and creative sectors, events like CENTRESTAGE provide a platform for local designers to showcase their work and connect with international buyers and partners. As the fashion industry continues to evolve, such initiatives are crucial for nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, ensuring that Hong Kong remains a dynamic and influential player in the global fashion arena.
