Saudi Fashion Commission Launches Comprehensive Manual

The "Fashion Exports Guidelines" is a comprehensive manual crafted to assist fashion industry professionals to navigate the complexities of exporting fashion products
The "Fashion Exports Guidelines" is a comprehensive manual crafted to assist fashion industry professionals to navigate the complexities of exporting fashion products
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Saudi Fashion Commission Launches Comprehensive Manual

The "Fashion Exports Guidelines" is a comprehensive manual crafted to assist fashion industry professionals to navigate the complexities of exporting fashion products
The "Fashion Exports Guidelines" is a comprehensive manual crafted to assist fashion industry professionals to navigate the complexities of exporting fashion products

The Saudi Fashion Commission has unveiled the "Fashion Exports Guidelines," which is a comprehensive manual crafted to assist fashion industry professionals to navigate the complexities of exporting fashion products globally while upholding high sustainability standards.

According to a statement issued Monday, the new manual is organized into four primary sections: clothing, footwear and accessories, jewelry, and perfumes. Each section provides tailored export procedures relevant to specific product categories. It also identifies major international markets for fashion products and explores potential future export destinations, offering valuable insights into market demands and opportunities.

Key aspects of the guide include detailed instructions on mandatory labeling standards for exported fashion products, comprehensive guidelines to ensure compliance with international safety and quality benchmarks, and practical advice on incorporating sustainability into production processes. The manual emphasizes environmentally friendly and ethical production methods, aiming to support industry professionals in maintaining high standards across all aspects of their operations.

The Fashion Exports Guidelines is intended for a broad audience within the fashion industry, including apparel manufacturers, jewelry designers, footwear producers, accessories makers, perfume creators, and other business sectors interested in expanding their export activities.
According to the commission, the manual covers essential information on labeling requirements for exported fashion items. It outlines comprehensive guidelines to ensure that products meet both quality and safety standards. Additionally, the guide provides practical advice on integrating sustainability into production processes. For those navigating different markets, it details country-specific export requirements and offers up-to-date information on regulations and legal requirements in each target market.



Hilfiger Goes Full Nautical for Fashion Week

A model presents a creation from the SS25 Tommy Hilfiger collection on the MV John F. Kennedy, a decommissioned Staten Island ferryboat in Manhattan, New York City, US, September 8, 2024. REUTERS/Caitlin Ochs
A model presents a creation from the SS25 Tommy Hilfiger collection on the MV John F. Kennedy, a decommissioned Staten Island ferryboat in Manhattan, New York City, US, September 8, 2024. REUTERS/Caitlin Ochs
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Hilfiger Goes Full Nautical for Fashion Week

A model presents a creation from the SS25 Tommy Hilfiger collection on the MV John F. Kennedy, a decommissioned Staten Island ferryboat in Manhattan, New York City, US, September 8, 2024. REUTERS/Caitlin Ochs
A model presents a creation from the SS25 Tommy Hilfiger collection on the MV John F. Kennedy, a decommissioned Staten Island ferryboat in Manhattan, New York City, US, September 8, 2024. REUTERS/Caitlin Ochs

Tommy Hilfiger loves celebrating New York City and its landmarks. He also loves a nautical theme — and a big surprise.
So for his New York Fashion Week show on Sunday night, the designer brought all those elements together in his typically splashy way, inviting guests aboard a decommissioned ferry boat and giving them not only a runway show but a rap-filled finale, The Associated Press reported.
The live musical performance, which electrified the fashion crowd, featured Ghostface Killah, Method Man, and Raekwon from Staten Island’s own Wu-Tang clan weaving through the runways and seats as they sang. The soundtrack was curated by Questlove, who also served as DJ for Hilfiger’s February show at the Oyster Bar in Grand Central Station.
“We’re inspired by nautical this season,” Hilfiger told AP before the show. “But it’s nautical, preppy, collegiate, all-American and modern. So, we needed to show it either on the water, on a boat or near the water. Then we found out the Staten Island Ferry was available.”
The boat, called the John F. Kennedy, served as a Staten Island Ferry until it was decommissioned in 2021. It was bought the following year by investors including actor-comedian Pete Davidson and “Saturday Night Live's” Colin Jost, who both grew up in the New York City borough.
“We are really the first people to utilize it (the ferry) for an event,” Hilfiger said. “We’re really excited.”
Jost was delighted to see the boat being used for the purpose he imagined. “It’s pretty crazy," he said. "It’s one of the few days where I’ve been on the boat and been like, ‘Oh, say, this is nice. This is how it can work.’
“I took this exact boat every single morning to high school,” Jost added, explaining why he'd bought the boat. "And when it was available, I just loved the vibe of it.”
Hilfiger's Spring 2025 collection featured nautical style stripes “inspired by sailing heritage,” the label explained, and casual styles like capri pants and oversized knits. There were Hilfiger’s much-loved varsity jackets, trench coats, club blazers, and polos. Accessories included bandanas around the neck. “It’s the New American Prep wardrobe,” the label said in a statement, “fusing vibrant Ivy League style with everyday coastal functionality.”
Brooke Shields was having an emotional evening. Her daughter, Grier, was taking a break from her freshman year at college to appear on her first fashion week runway.
“I got very emotional," Shields said. "It was her first show and this is something she wanted to do. And I said, ‘You’ve got to go to college, but it’s a Sunday, so it’s okay.’”
Actors Shay Mitchell and Madelyn Cline were among the admirers of the collection.
“Incredible, as always,” said Mitchell. “I want every piece. The accessories were phenom, and how do you end a show better than what he did?”