TRANSILVANIA FASHION FESTIVAL 2025

ESPLANADE OF THE URBAN CULTURE CENTER CASINO, CLUJ-NAPOCA
SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 – SEPTEMBER 14, 2025

Transilvania Fashion International Festival – 2025 Anniversary Edition

The 2025 Anniversary Edition of the Transilvania Fashion International Festival marks five years since the launch of one of the most important fashion events in Romania and Central Europe. Following the remarkable success of the previous edition, this year’s festival returned in an extended four-day format, once again confirming Cluj’s reputation as a key hub for European and international fashion.

The fifth edition of the Transilvania Fashion Festival (FTF) took place between September 11–14, 2025, on the Esplanade of the Urban Culture Center Casino in Central Park, Cluj-Napoca. The event was organized by the Pro Transilvania Cultural Association and the “Produs de Cluj” Association, in collaboration with the European Fashion Council (EFC), with the support of the Cluj-Napoca City Hall and the Cluj County Council. The festival maintained its main objective: to enhance the visibility and international recognition of fashion designers’ talent.

On a state-of-the-art catwalk, over 120 models showcased collections by more than 110 designers from 13 countries, including Romania, Italy, Germany, Serbia, and China. The international section once again emphasized the global dimension of the event. The line-up featured both established Romanian and international designers as well as emerging talents.

FTF President Dr. Matei Miko, EFC President Nadya Valeva, and EFC Executive President Anca Bălan emphasized that the 2025 anniversary edition served as an outstanding platform to showcase the artistic creativity and diversity of designers from around the world.

Each of the four festival days combined fashion presentations with artistic performances.

Day One – Ethno & Folklore Inspiration

Thursday was dedicated to ethno and folkloric-inspired collections presented by Ruxandra Căpușan, Kati Szallai, Cristiana Nedelcovici, Anca Dudaș, Gabriela Foca, Daria Căpitănescu, Ioana Mușat, Aidarkhan Kalyiev, and Timur Tursunkulov. The evening opened with traditional costumes from Mariana Anghel’s collection, followed by the Cununa Apusenilor Folklore Ensemble, who brought traditional Romanian dance to the catwalk. The day ended with a special opera performance by Maira Mukhamedkyzy (Kazakhstan).

Day Two – Universities and Young Designers

Friday was dedicated to fashion universities. Students, master’s students, and graduates from:

University of Art and Design Cluj-Napoca (Romania)
Technical University of Moldova (Republic of Moldova)
“George Enescu” National University of Arts Iași (Romania)
Technical Faculty “Mihajlo Pupin,” University of Novi Sad (Serbia)
Zhejiang Fashion Institute of Technology (China)
West University Timișoara (Romania)
National University of Arts Bucharest (Romania)
HVT Academy Berlin (Germany)

presented 12 highly praised collections.

Diplomas awarded Friday:

Aidarkhan Kaliyev (Kazakhstan) – Diploma of Heritage and Tradition
Timur Tursunkulov (Kazakhstan) – Diploma of Heritage and Tradition
Maira Mukhamedkyzy (Kazakhstan) – International Excellence Award
University of Art and Design Cluj-Napoca (Romania) – Diploma for Innovation and Experimentation
University of Novi Sad (Serbia) – Diploma for Creative Vision
Zhejiang Fashion Institute of Technology (China) – Diploma of Tradition and Modernity

Immediately after the university section, special guest designer Cătălin Botezatu presented an unforgettable fashion show defined by creativity, exuberance, and elegance. He received the “Visual Alchemy” Trophy for his outstanding national and international career.

Day Three – Renowned Designers

Saturday brought to the catwalk the collections of renowned Romanian and international designers, including Tudor Halațiu, Claudia Rawlings, Luiza Dumitru, House of Byfield by Carmichael Byfield, Raluca Soare, Vanesa Ursu, Dmitri Nedelcev, Roxana Blagu, Răzvan Ionuț, Alexandra Constantinescu, Evelin Fink, and FFC Creative Group with Gai Mattiolo and Bianca Brandi.

The evening concluded with the “Moda Cum Laude” Trophy ceremony. In 2025, the award went to Evelin Fink (Hungary) and Tudor Halațiu (Romania). Over the years, this trophy has honored outstanding personalities in the fashion industry for their significant contributions through vision, creativity, and professional activity.

Day Four – Grand Finale

Sunday was dedicated to established designers, with collections presented by Mihnea Covaci, Diana Vasilița, Maria Comisaru, Daniel Radu, Kenguru by Balazs Mayer, House of Byfield by Carmichael Byfield, Adelin Kotrong, Delyana Rumenova Simeonova, Bianca Petre, Zhejiang Fashion Institute of Technology, Cristian Buză, and Monika Gruber.

The evening also featured the Top Model Awards. In 2025, the title was awarded to Antonia Biriș and Aida Akhsankyzy.

Runner-up: Raluca Cîmpeanu
Second Runner-up: Sara Varga
Debut Diplomas: Irina Columbeanu, Briana Timari, and Gloria Bratosin.

Special Acknowledgements

The organizers presented additional diplomas to individuals who have contributed over the years to the growth of the festival:

Brand Ambassador Diploma: Nadya Valeva, Anca Bălan, Prof. Dr. Elena Basso Stănescu
Diploma of Excellence: Conf. Dr. Anca Zaharia, Victoria Pop, Monica Miko, Mirela Presecan, Diana Loșonți, Helga Salanki, Mara Gavra, Nicu Ciubăncan, Marian Scrioșteanu, Bogdan Olar, Mihai Moga, Andrei Cârlan, Alex Mănucu

Organization and Partners

The Transilvania Fashion International Festival – Powered by Banca Transilvania is organized by:

Pro Transilvania Cultural Association
“Produs de Cluj” Association
European Fashion Council
Top Model Management Transilvania Fashion
Romanian Fashion & Textile Council

With the support of:

Cluj-Napoca City Hall and Local Council
Visit Cluj
Cluj County Council
Casino Urban Culture Center

Sponsors and Partners

Banca Transilvania, BMW Group Techworks România, Automobile Bavaria, SDC Properties, Transferoviar Grup, Europa Business Center, Ryaca, Asociația Future City, PMA, Magnolia, Mikomedia Center – The Art of Entertainment, Grand Hotel Napoca, Univers T, Vila Parc, Eximtur, Wens Tour, Lavazza, Cafe Bistro Mărgelatu, Website Bistro, Top Drinks, Zeolites Group, Jidvei, Crama Vinea Apoldia Maior, MM Rent a Space, PP Protect, Iulius Mall, Farmec, Foarfeca de Aur, Catwalk by Ramona Mîndru, Alex Rădulescu Make-up Academy, Zanacom Ivana Beauty Studio, La Beaute by Sefora, Alfaparf, Paese Cosmetics, Beauty One, Be One Concept, Muse, Davines Sustainable Beauty, Iulian Buzatu, HQ Studio, Costea Corina Hairdresser, Alina Dragomir Hair Stylist.

Media partners: TVR, Ziua de Cluj, Făclia, Amprenta, Napoca FM, Ziarul Clujeanului, ViaClujTV, CLUJUST.