Art Hearts Fashion Concludes 2025 with a Landmark “Middle of the World” Showcase in Ecuador
Several collections stood out for their deep cultural resonance and contemporary interpretations of tradition. Nisha Amazónica delivered a powerful tribute to Indigenous identity through silhouettes and textiles rooted in ancestral knowledge, while Patricio Maya showcased refined craftsmanship that merged Ecuadorian heritage with modern tailoring. Sinchiwarmi’s collection further emphasized fashion as a vessel for storytelling, centering femininity, resilience, and cultural continuity.
Couture and Elevated Eveningwear
The runway also dazzled with high-glamour moments from internationally recognized and emerging designers alike. Giannina Azar brought her signature drama and opulence to Quito, presenting couture eveningwear rich in embellishment and form. Carlos Pineda offered sculptural elegance, while Ecuadorian labels including Kikinman, Pomarosa, and Toska explored elevated silhouettes that balanced luxury with wearability. Will Franco rounded out the category with bold statements that fused artistry and refined construction.
Street Style with Global Energy
Streetwear and contemporary fashion played a vital role in the Ecuador showcase, reflecting youth culture and urban identity across borders. Designers such as Bad Pink, David Tupaz, Idol Jose, Merlin Castell, Mister Triple X, Pia Bolte, Sofra, and Taarach brought edge, color, and attitude to the runway—demonstrating how street style continues to be a powerful global language. These collections emphasized individuality, movement, and cultural remixing, aligning seamlessly with AHF’s inclusive ethos.
Music, Performance, and Atmosphere
Elevating the runway experience, special performances infused the shows with energy and emotion. Alessa XO delivered a standout live performance during the Ecuador runway presentations, further blurring the lines between fashion, music, and art—an approach that has become a hallmark of Art Hearts Fashion productions worldwide.
A Global Platform with Purpose
Founded in 2010 by Erik Rosete, Art Hearts Fashion has grown into one of the premier runway production platforms in the world, known for its high-end staging, diverse casting, and philanthropic mission. With events spanning New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Las Vegas, London, Ecuador, and Shanghai, AHF continues to provide designers with international visibility while fostering inclusivity and creative freedom.
Past participants have included global brands and designers such as Adidas, Nike Swim, Nicole Miller, Michael Costello, Dr. Martens, PatBO, Trina Turk, Vilebrequin, Steve Madden, and Mister Triple X, among many others. At its core, AHF remains dedicated to showcasing designers of all backgrounds and models of every size and identity, while leveraging fashion as a force for positive cultural and social impact.
As Art Hearts Fashion reflects on a dynamic 2025, the Ecuador showcase stands as a defining moment—one that celebrated place, people, and possibility at the literal and symbolic center of the world. With its sights set on 2026, AHF continues to expand its global footprint, champion emerging talent, and redefine what a fashion platform can be.
Art Hearts Fashion Ecuador: designers and performances included: Alessa XO, Bad Pink, Carlos Pineda, David Tupaz, Giannina Azar, Idol Jose, Kikinman, Lunaïa, Merlin Castell, Mister Triple X, Nisha Amazónica, Patricio Maya, Pia Bolte, Pomarosa, Sinchiwarmi, Sofra, Taarach, Takiri/Joyería, Toska, and Will Franco. Ecuadorian designers include, Lunaïa, Nisha Amazónica, Patricio Maya, Sinchiwarmi, Giannina Azar, Carlos Pineda, Kikinman, Pomarosa, Toska,Will Franco, Bad Pink, David Tupaz, Idol Jose, Merlin Castell, Mister Triple X, Pia Bolte, Sofra, and Taarach.
