FORCES OF FASHION GERMANY

On October 9th 2025, VOGUE Germany will return to Berlin with the second edition of its “Forces of Fashion” event series. Kerstin Weng invites you to panel discussions with leading industry experts, exclusive workshops, and networking sessions on this year's theme, “Family and Friends,” at St. Elisabeth Kirche & Villa Elisabeth.

Join VOGUE for an exclusive look behind the scenes of the fashion industry. 

SPEAKER

Jean Paul Gaultier
Designer
Maria Koch
Creative Director 032c
Jeremy Scott
Designer
Chioma Nnadi
Head of Editorial Content British Vogue
Claire Thomson-Jonville
Head of Editorial Content Vogue France
Lorena Saravia
Fashion Designer
Maria Gemzell
Head of New Development H&M
Kerstin Weng
Head of Editorial Content Vogue Germany
Patrick Pendiuk
Fashion Features Director Vogue Germany
Mumi Haiati
CEO and Founder Reference Studios
Christiane Arp
Chairwoman of Fashion Council Germany e. V.
Scott Lipinski
Chief Executive Officer Fashion Council Germany
Maria Hunstig
Features Director Vogue Germany
Hadnet Tesfai
Presenter
Jihoon Kim
Content Creator
Brenda Weischer
Writer & Creator
Lindiwe Suttle Müller-Westernhagen
Singer & Author
Will Bounmasanonh
Vintage Fashion Curator
Eva Lys
Tennis Player

ABOUT FORCES OF FASHION

2024 Highlight Video

VOGUE's event format Forces of Fashion is a global initiative giving our audience an unprecedented look inside the most important movements and moments in the fashion industry. 

In 2025, Forces of Fashion focuses on the theme "Family & Friends", highlighting collabs, ambassadors, fanbases and everything about what nourishes fashion: people. 

Experience an exclusive conference that brings together international and local creative minds to celebrate the fascination of fashion. 

Look forward to an exceptional conference – created by and featuring leading talents from the fashion scene.

PROGRAM

Panel-Talks, Workshops & Networking

International and local A-list speakers and experts from the fashion industry will share personal experiences and valuable insights in panel talks and exclusive workshops. The event also offers the opportunity to network with top editors and industry leaders.

 

Food & Drinks

At the all-day conference snacks and beverages will be available during breaks. To enhance networking opportunities with attendees and industry experts during the lunch break, a lunch catering service on-site is also included.