ARGENTINA

From the heart of Argentina’s evolving fashion landscape emerges a designer whose work speaks in the language of elegance, precision, and quiet strength. Jésica Córdoba embodies a refined vision of contemporary couture—where femininity is not only expressed, but elevated.

Her creations are defined by a meticulous attention to detail and a deep respect for craftsmanship. Each silhouette is carefully constructed, each texture thoughtfully selected, resulting in pieces that transcend trends and embrace timeless sophistication. There is an intentionality in her work—a balance between structure and fluidity—that reveals a designer attuned to both artistry and identity.

Rooted in the richness of Argentine design, Jésica Córdoba brings a modern sensibility to couture, exploring contrasts between softness and power, minimalism and presence. Her aesthetic is unmistakable: refined, elegant, and quietly commanding.

As part of World Fashion Exhibition® NYC 2026, she presents a bespoke couture creation, conceived exclusively for the iconic stage of Times Square. Crafted using sustainable and organic materials, this piece reflects not only her artistic vision, but a commitment to a more conscious future for fashion.

Under the global initiative “Give Your Light to the World,” her work becomes part of a greater narrative—one that connects creativity with purpose. Through this platform, fashion transcends the runway, contributing to social impact initiatives that support women and children in Africa through access to safe water and life-changing technologies.

Her design will also be featured within the World Fashion Exhibition® showroom, where it will engage with international buyers, press, and audiences, extending its story beyond the runway into the global fashion dialogue.

Jésica Córdoba represents a new generation of designers—those who understand that true luxury lies not only in beauty, but in meaning. In every stitch, there is intention. In every piece, a story.

And in her vision, the future of fashion is not only refined—

it is responsible, powerful, and deeply human. 

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There are designers who work with fashion to dress the body. And there are others who use the body as a starting point to explore new forms, spaces and languages.

Gabriela Misasi belongs to this second category.

Architect, visual artist and contemporary object designer, Misassi develops a practice in which architecture, art, design and sustainability converge, transforming reclaimed materials into unique pieces.

Her work begins with an essential question: what might the forms of inhabiting the future look like?

Misassi’s career moves across different disciplines. Her training and experience allow her to approach each creation not simply as a functional object, but as a visual and spatial construction.

Reclaimed materials are given new life through structures, volumes, transparencies and forms that approach the idea of small-scale architecture.

Reclaimed material. Contemporary form. Architecture on the body.

In her work, the boundary between object, sculpture and space begins to disappear. The result is a series of pieces that can envelop the body, transform its silhouette and make it part of the work itself.

One of the distinctive aspects of Misassi’s creative language is her use of discarded and recovered materials.

She works from a contemporary and experimental perspective, exploring new possibilities in materials that would normally remain outside conventional design processes.

Recovery is not merely a question of materials. It becomes a different way of thinking about creation: reuse, transformation and the creation of new meaning.

In this way, her work connects artistic sensitivity with a contemporary concern for sustainability.

Gabriela Misassi’s work deliberately moves beyond the functional object towards an artistic and spatial dimension.

Her creations explore forms, volumes, transparencies and structures capable of interacting with the body while simultaneously creating a sense of space around it.

Rather than conventional accessories, these pieces are conceived as visual and spatial constructions.

The body is no longer simply the support for the work; it becomes part of the work itself..

A tribute to a life dedicated to fashion, culture, and women’s empowerment

Buenos Aires / New York — November 5, 2025 — The World Fashion Exhibition® (WFE) is honored to announce the appointment of Héctor Vidal Rivas, founder of Argentina Fashion Week and one of the most revered figures in Latin American fashion, as Goodwill Ambassador under the global initiative “Give Your Light to the World.”

This recognition celebrates more than five decades of visionary work by Héctor Vidal Rivas, devoted to the advancement of fashion, culture, and social inclusion. As a producer, designer, and mentor, he has elevated Argentine fashion to the international stage, uniting artistry with a profound commitment to women’s empowerment and creative diversity.

As founder and director of VIDAL RIVAS Producciones and Argentina Fashion Week, he has transformed Buenos Aires into a vibrant capital of innovation and international fashion, offering both established and emerging designers a platform to share their creativity with the world. His leadership and vision have made Argentina Fashion Week a symbol of elegance, craftsmanship, and Latin American cultural identity.

Throughout his distinguished career, Héctor Vidal Rivas has been honored by the Legislature of Buenos Aires as a “Distinguished Personality of Culture” and has used fashion as a powerful medium for artistic expression, empowerment, and social transformation.

“It is an honor to join the World Fashion Exhibition® as a Goodwill Ambassador,” said Héctor Vidal Rivas. “I have always believed that fashion not only beautifies but also has the power to transform lives, create opportunities, and inspire new generations to build a more inclusive and sustainable future.”

“Héctor Vidal Rivas represents the enduring spirit of artistry and compassion in Latin American fashion,” stated Paco De Jaimes, CEO of the World Fashion Exhibition®. “His lifelong dedication to beauty, inclusion, and culture embodies the essence of our mission — uniting creativity and conscience for a sustainable planet.”

As Goodwill Ambassador, Mr. Vidal Rivas will continue to inspire a new generation of designers and creative leaders to advance sustainable innovation and global collaboration through fashion — using art not only to adorn, but to transform and uplift humanity.

A leading figure in Argentina’s cultural and fashion landscape, Héctor Vidal Rivas began his career in television and theater before founding VIDAL RIVAS Producciones in 1990. Through his visionary leadership, he created Argentina Fashion Week, one of South America’s most prestigious fashion events. His legacy reflects a lifetime devoted to excellence, empowerment, and the celebration of beauty with purpose.

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