London, September 20, 2024, The Fashion Commission signed a memorandum of understanding in London with adidas, aiming to support young Saudi designers and creators, under the "100 Saudi Brands" program, which forms the shared vision of this collaboration. It comes amid the sector's growth, with the commission's efforts to stimulate innovation, nurture talent, and foster growth in the local fashion industry. The partnership is built on 3 pillars:
--Talent Development: Through training programs at adidas targeting talents within the "100 Saudi Brands" network.
--Research and Development: Collaboration between the two sides will launch a comprehensive research project aimed at understanding the evolving needs of Saudi consumers, with a focus on women's sportswear preferences. This will contribute to the "State of Fashion in the Kingdom 2024" report, guiding future adidas collections and contributing to the launch of a joint sportswear and lifestyle collection for 2025.
--Global Partnerships: Collaboration with a select group of Saudi designers. adidas, with the support of the Fashion Commission, will showcase its first official local collaboration during Riyadh Fashion Week 2024, where the Spring/Summer 2025 collection will be presented.
The Fashion Commission plays a key role in supporting the development of local talent and strengthening ties between global brands and the Saudi fashion ecosystem.