Curated By

Christiane Arp along with Sonja Hodzode and Josepha Rodriguez, the project features a runway show, showroom, and pop-up, as well as a networking event and media coverage through partners XIER and Hotline Magazine.

By combining high-quality production, artistic direction, and media visibility, Berlin Curated aims to empower the next generation of fashion creatives and offer them long-term support beyond a single event.

The format takes place and is funded by the Berlin Senate Department for Economics, Energy, and Public Enterprises.

Which Formats Does Berlin Curated Come To Life?

  • Runway Show

    A curated fashion show during Berlin Fashion Week featuring 14 selected emerging designers, each presenting two to six looks. The show is professionally produced, styled and cast under the artistic direction of Christiane Arp.

  • Showroom & Pop-Up

    Following the runway, 14 selected looks by the Berlin Curated curation team are exhibited in a presentation imagined by Sven Marquardt at PLATTE, open to all. 

  • Media Partnerships/ Coverages

    XIER Magazine will primarily showcase high-quality photographs, presenting the collections and creative work of participating talents through an extensive editorial feature. This coverage offers a visually driven narrative that highlights the unique perspectives and aesthetics of each designer, providing readers with an in-depth look at the fashion showcased during Berlin Fashion Week

  • Media Partnerships/ Coverages

    Hotline Magazine will focus on delivering comprehensive editorial content, including in-depth articles and interviews centered around the Berlin Curated project. The magazine’s coverage will explore the stories behind the collections, offer insights from the designers and organizers, and provide readers with a deeper understanding of the creative process and vision driving Berlin Curated and its featured talents

Who Are Berlin Curated Partner’s?

  • PLATTE.Berlin

    PLATTE.Berlin is a community-driven concept and creative space located in the heart of Berlin. With a strong focus on sustainability, diversity, and collaboration, PLATTE hosts exhibitions, pop-ups, and events that offer new perspectives on fashion and culture. As part of Berlin Curated, PLATTE serves as the venue for the immersive showroom exhibition, providing a platform for direct exchange between emerging designers, industry professionals, and the public.

  • Hotline Magazine

    Hotline is an independent fashion and pop culture magazine developed within the Fashion Journalism & Communication program at AMD Berlin. Known for its sharp editorial perspective, Hotline explores cultural and social topics while showcasing emerging creative voices. Its fourth issue is dedicated exclusively to the Berlin Curated designers, offering in-depth portraits of the next generation of fashion talent.

  • XIER Magazine

    XIER is a newly launched fashion magazine founded by Professor Anke Schlöder (HTW Berlin) in collaboration with photographer and editor Joachim Baldauf. XIER serves as a platform for rising designers, combining high-quality editorial storytelling with strong visual aesthetics. Its first issue is dedicated entirely to the Berlin Curated participants, presenting their collections through a carefully curated editorial lens.