Berlin takes the stage again as one of Europe’s most daring fashion capitals. From June 30 to July 3, 2025, Berlin Fashion Week SS26 promises a dynamic program of avant-garde runway presentations, immersive showrooms, and sustainable fashion pop-up stores. This prestigious event, organized by Fashion Council Germany in cooperation with the Senate Department for Economic Affairs, Energy, and Public Enterprises, offers a glimpse into the future of fashion, where creativity meets responsibility.

The official schedule culminates with the Spring/Summer 2026 Runway Presentations on July 3, held at Schloßstraße 62, Berlin, with showtimes at 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, and 7:00 PM. Alongside these shows, Berlin will host B2B networking events, interactive installations, and sustainable fashion sales, fostering connections between fashion professionals, graduates, and insiders from all over the globe.

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Day-by-Day Breakdown of the Full Schedule

Each day of Berlin Fashion Week SS26 brings with it raw street energy, refined craftsmanship, and hands-on experiences.

• June 30: Kicks off with Der Berliner Salon, MAXIMILIAN GEDRA – STUDIO OPENING, and the Talk Format: Metamorphosis – Powered by eBay.
• July 1–2: Features the Berlin Contemporary Showroom, activations by fashion graduates, and streetwear pop-ups by emerging designers.
• July 3: Headlined by the celebrity runway show and Streetwear Fashion Week Global, featuring The Musa Showroom pop-up and RUNWAY SHOW – RETURN.

Here's a cleaned-up and blog-friendly version of the Berlin Fashion Week SS26 Schedule (30 June – 3 July 2025), grouped by day and formatted for clarity:

Monday, 30 June 2025

• 14:00 – 17:00 · Der Berliner Salon · Side Event
• 15:30 – 18:00 · Talk format: Metamorphosis – powered by eBay · Side Event
• 16:00 · Platte presents Clara Colette Miramon · Show
• 17:00 · VIKTORANISIMOV · Show
• 18:00 · Laura Gerte · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 18:00 · MAXIMILIAN GEDRA – Studio Opening · Side Event
• 19:00 · Kitschy Couture · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 20:00 · Official BFW Opening Dinner · Side Event

Tuesday, 1 July 2025

• 10:00 · Milk of Lime · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 10:20 – 18:00 · Berlin Contemporary SS26 Showroom · Side Event
• 11:00 – 13:00 · Raum.Berlin · Show
• 13:00 – 21:00 · Lou de Bètoly Private Viewing · Side Event
• 13:00 · rebekka ruétz · Show
• 14:00 · PALMWINE IceCREAM · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 15:00 · Anja Gockel · Show
• 15:30 – 18:00 · Talk format: Metamorphosis – powered by eBay · Side Event
• 16:00 · MARKE · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 16:00 · Fit & Fabulous by Effenberger Couture · Side Event
• 17:00 · Richert Beil · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 18:00 · Sia Arnika · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 18:00 – 22:00 · NKYIN ≠ KYIM: Cycles of Change · Side Event
• 18:00 – 22:00 · Sezgin · Side Event
• 19:30 · Marc Cain · Show
• 20:00 · SELVA HUYGENS Pop-Up & Exhibition · Side Event
• 20:00 · BUZIGAHILL · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 21:00 · Balletshofer · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 22:00 · #DAMUR · Show

Wednesday, 2 July 2025

• 10:00 · INTERVENTION · Show
• 10:00 – 18:00 · Berlin Contemporary SS26 Showroom · Side Event
• 11:00 – 13:00 · Raum.Berlin · Show
• 12:00 – 18:00 · Madomorpho x APOC · Side Event
• 13:00 · INTERVENTION · Show
• 13:00 · FUTURE FASHION CONCEPTS · Side Event
• 14:00 · BERLIN CURATED · Show
• 15:00 · Collective Graduate Show (NEO.FASHION.) · Side Event
• 15:00 · Kilian Kerner · Show
• 15:30 – 18:00 · Talk format: Metamorphosis – powered by eBay · Side Event
• 16:00 · INTERVENTION · Show
• 16:00 · Vladimir Karaleev · Side Event
• 17:00 · Graduate Shows (NEO.FASHION.) · Side Event
• 17:00 · Danny Reinke · Show
• 18:00 · Haderlump Atelier Berlin · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 18:30 · Graduate Shows (NEO.FASHION.) · Side Event
• 19:00 · sample030 · Side Event
• 19:00 · LASCANA Summer Club · Side Event
• 19:00 · Marcel Ostertag · Show
• 20:00 · Graduate Shows (NEO.FASHION.) · Side Event
• 20:00 · SF1OG · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 21:00 · INTERVENTION · Show
• 22:00 · Best Graduates Show & Neo.Fashion. Award · Show

Thursday, 3 July 2025

• 09:30 – 12:00 · Next.Level.Network Breakfast with Neo.Fashion. and textil+mode · Side Event
• 10:00 – 18:00 · Berlin Contemporary SS26 Showroom · Side Event
• 10:00 · COLRS · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 11:00 – 13:00 · Raum.Berlin · Show
• 12:00 – 18:00 · Madomorpho x APOC · Side Event
• 13:00 · European Fashion Award FASH 2025 · Side Event
• 13:00 · Esther Perbandt · Show
• 14:00 · Orange Culture · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 14:30 · Digital Fashion Design – Panel Talk & Award
• 15:00 · Tell the Truth · Show
• 15:00 · LETTE Verein x PLATTE.Berlin Show · Side Event
• 15:30 · Collective Fashion Show – Ukrainian Fashion Week · Side Event
• 15:30 – 18:00 · Talk format: Metamorphosis – powered by eBay · Side Event
• 16:00 · Andrej Gronau · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 17:00 · Collective Fashion Show (NEO.FASHION) · Side Event
• 17:00 · Gerrit Jacob – Film Screening · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 18:00 · Ioannes · Show – Berlin Contemporary
• 18:00 · Roamance of Sustainability – Estonian and German Designers · Side Event
• 18:30 · Fashion Show – W1P-Studio · Side Event
• 19:00 · Netzwerk · Side Event
• 19:30 · Fashion Show – Stay away from evil · Side Event
• 21:00 · Fashion Show – Birds of Berlin · Side Event
• 21:00 · Official BFW Closing Party · Side Event
• 22:30 · Neo.Fashion. Closing Party · Side Event

FAQ

When is Berlin Fashion Week SS26 happening? June 30 to July 3, 2025.

Where can I find the full schedule? The finalized schedule will be released in mid-June 2025 on the Berlin Fashion Week's central accreditation platform.

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Key Events and Highlights

Berlin Fashion Week SS26 will feature emerging talents alongside international icons, with an emphasis on sustainable fashion, body positivity, and eco-conscious designs.

• Celebrity Runway Shows – High-profile designers bring star power to Schloßstraße 62.
• Streetwear Fashion Week Global – Focuses on raw, low-tech outdoor fashion concepts.
• Competitions and Grants – Funded by the Senate to spotlight sustainable craftsmanship and future fashion concepts.

FAQ

What makes Berlin Fashion Week unique? It combines runway tradition with experimental fashion, showcasing interactive experiences and fashion showcases with cultural exchange.

Can I attend the shows? Yes, tickets are available for both individual shows and full-day passes.

Der Berliner Salon: A Platform for Local Designers

On June 30, Der Berliner Salon, curated by Christiane Arp and Marcus Kurz, returns to spotlight outstanding design talents and German fashion universities. With interactive installations and exhibitions, this platform serves as a space for fashion driven by creative direction.

FAQ

What is Der Berliner Salon? It’s a curated event that highlights innovative designers and connects them with the fashion industry.

Is it open to the public? The event is typically invite-only, but segments may be viewable via livestream or gallery exhibitions.

MAXIMILIAN GEDRA – STUDIO OPENING

As part of Berlin Contemporary, Maximilian Gedra’s new studio opens with a bang. Known for designs worn by Lady Gaga, Gedra fuses fashion, art, and music in a sartorial installation that includes live DJs, drinks, and B2B networking.

FAQ

Who is Maximilian Gedra? An emerging Berlin-based designer known for bold statements and avant-garde backdrops.

Can the public attend the studio opening? It’s primarily a B2B event, but select slots may be open to fashion enthusiasts.

Talk Format: Metamorphosis – Powered by eBay

Berlin Fashion Week’s intellectual edge shines with “Metamorphosis,” the third edition of its circular economy talk series, co-hosted with Fashion Council Germany. Industry experts like Ansgar Kellner and Esther Perbandt explore the transformative power of sustainability.

FAQ

What’s discussed at Metamorphosis? Topics range from eco-conscious design to circular fashion systems and digital fashion innovation.

Is registration required? Yes, RSVP is necessary via the central accreditation tool.

Madomorpho x APOC: A Unique Collaboration

On July 2, Madomorpho and APOC present “The Resort,” a retail pop-up and installation featuring over 30 global artists. As winners of the Studio2Retail category, their co-hosted event offers a multi-sensory experience in tune with Berlin’s avant-garde fashion scene.

FAQ

What is Studio2Retail? A Berlin Fashion Week initiative to connect emerging labels with industry professionals through pop-up shops and immersive showroom formats.

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xNomad: Connecting Brands to Berlin’s Fashion Scene

As a leading fashion week showroom provider, xNomad helps brands secure prime retail spaces in Berlin, from immersive showrooms to street-facing pop-up spaces. We’ve supported activations ranging from sustainable fashion concepts to TikTok influencer houses, and experiential brand events.

Whether you're launching a collection, hosting a showroom, or curating a space for creative storytelling—xNomad ensures access to Berlin’s top locations, so you can turn vision into presence.

How to Attend or Follow Along

Tickets go live from April, with deadlines in May and June for fashion shows, talks, and activations.

• Streetwear Fashion Week Global presents The Musa Showroom on July 3 as a fashion showcase with a try-on area.
• Berlin Fashion Week’s central platform offers ticketing and schedule updates.
• Livestreams, photo galleries, and event recaps will be available for fashion enthusiasts unable to attend.

FAQ

Where can I buy tickets? Via the official Berlin Fashion Week website and approved vendors.

Can I follow online? Yes, many shows and talks will be streamed or recapped via Berlin Fashion Week's digital platforms.

Showcasing Emerging Talent

The Berlin Contemporary competition, RAUM.Berlin powered by eBay, and the Berlin Curated platform are all instrumental in launching the next wave of talented fashion graduates.

• Participating brands showcase innovative talents, often emphasizing sustainable fabric, gender-inclusive fashion, and refined craftsmanship.
• Events are designed to connect graduates with industry professionals in formats ranging from runway shows to immersive showrooms.

FAQ

What is Berlin Contemporary? A showcase and competition spotlighting experimental fashion from rising labels.

How are brands selected? A qualified jury evaluates based on innovation, sustainability, and design excellence.

Social and Networking Events

Fashion Week Berlin SS26 integrates celebration of fashion with valuable industry networking:

• Opening Dinner and Neo.Fashion. Closing Party bookend the event.
• Dinners, B2B brunches, and brand activations by labels like W1P-Studio offer direct engagement in an architectural landmark setting.
• Spaces like The Musa Showroom and individual spaces curated for pop-ups support deeper B2B connections.

FAQ

What kinds of social events are included? Everything from exclusive parties to intimate meet-ups and conceptual exhibitions.

How do I get invited? By applying through the central accreditation platform or collaborating with an event sponsor.

Connecting the Fashion Ecosystem: Talent and Institutions

The SS26 schedule reinforces the link between fashion graduates, renowned design schools, and industry insiders. From student-led showcases to talent programs like Berlin Curated, the week fosters connections between emerging designers and professionals, championed by platforms such as RAUM.Berlin and the Digital Fashion Exhibition and Competition.

FAQ

How does Berlin support emerging fashion designers?
Through talent programs, public showcases, and partnerships with the German Textile and Fashion Confederation.

Spotlight on Female Founders and Sustainability

Highlighting female-founded slow fashion brands like W1P-Studio, Berlin Fashion Week SS26 illustrates its commitment to sustainability. These brands engage in sustainable concepts, person installations, and immersive spaces that underscore the realization of sustainability within luxury fashion narratives.

FAQ

What kind of sustainability initiatives are featured?
Upcycled collections, eco-conscious design practices, and partnerships with Project Future under the Senate Department for Economic Affairs, Energy and Public Enterprises.

The 3rd Edition of Talk Series: Fashion’s Circular Future

Organized by Fashion Council Germany, the 3rd edition of the talk series "Metamorphosis" includes participation from national experts, such as Scott Lipinski and Thimo Schwenzfeier. Discussions dive into fashion’s circular future, with insights from policymakers and visionaries alike.

FAQ

What is the goal of the Metamorphosis talk series?
To drive industry action on circular economy practices and sustainable innovation.

International Attention and Industry Jury Recognition

Events like the Collective Fashion Show and Neo.Fashion. provide a stage for generation of talents to earn validation from jury of industry experts such as Grit Thoennissen, Caroline Kynast, and Marvin Appiah Korang. These platforms highlight outstanding achievements, encouraging further international attention to Berlin’s evolving fashion scene.

FAQ

How are emerging designers recognized?
Through competitions, showcases, and evaluations by industry juries that include top designers, editors, and creative directors.

Featuring Progressive Icons and Global Fashion Houses

Berlin SS26 maintains dialogue with global capitals like Paris Fashion Week, Milan Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, and Copenhagen Fashion Week. Expect references to Paris Haute Couture, Max Mara, Ralph Lauren, and Louis Vuitton, with curated appearances by 5–6 emerging and international designers.

FAQ

Why does Berlin attract global fashion attention?
It blends avant-garde expression with industrial settings, creating a unique narrative that draws attention from iconic fashion houses and fashion professionals.

Connecting the Fashion Ecosystem: Talent and Institutions

The SS26 schedule reinforces the link between fashion graduates, renowned design schools, and industry insiders. From student-led showcases to talent programs like Berlin Curated, the week fosters connections between emerging designers and professionals, championed by platforms such as RAUM.Berlin and the Digital Fashion Exhibition and Competition.

FAQ

How does Berlin support emerging fashion designers?
Through talent programs, public showcases, and partnerships with the German Textile and Fashion Confederation.

Behind the Shows: Craft, Creativity, and Growth

A major focus this season is the creative process, as exemplified in the MAXIMILIAN GEDRA – STUDIO OPENING. Supported by partners like Reference Studios, the event features select items, iconic pieces, and insights from creatives like Herbert Hofmann, Patrick Pendiuk, and Stavros Karelis. Together, they showcase growth potential, intricate craftsmanship, and the process through hands.

FAQ

What makes the studio openings at Berlin Fashion Week unique?
They are intimate, often invite-only gatherings of industry creatives, showcasing cutting-edge designs and avant-garde backdrops.

From Rakuten to Runways: Berlin’s Global Fashion Role

With public events, industry activations, and B2B showcases, Berlin complements the fashion ecosystems of Rakuten Fashion Week, Paris Haute Couture Week, and Milano Fashion Week. Its role as a fashion capital continues to expand through bold creativity and its offering a glimpse into the future of fashion.

FAQ

Where does Berlin stand among global fashion weeks?
It’s considered a pinnacle of luxury fashion for fashion insiders looking for modern innovation in a culturally vibrant city.

Conclusion

Berlin Fashion Week SS26 offers an unforgettable experience that combines innovative design, cultural connection, and emerging talent. With major events running from June 30 to July 3, 2025, this fashion capital invites both brands and professionals to explore the boundaries of creativity.

From runway tradition to eco-conscious installations, Berlin is where fashion’s future meets now—and with xNomad, your brand can be part of the scene.