The Flamentex Chair promotes Spanish design at New York Fashion Week to open markets in the USA.

 

La Cátedra Internacional de Moda Flamenca Flamentex will be presented on February 16th at the Pier59 Studios de Nueva York A collective proposal from seven Spanish firms to position artisanal design in the NYFW and establish trade channels in Estados Unidos.

 

Internationalization strategy in the Big Apple

 

Next Monday, February 16th, at 12:00 noon, Spanish fashion will take center stage in a historic display in the heart of ManhattanUnder the umbrella of the platform Flying Solo NYC, the Cátedra Internacional de Moda Flamenca Flamentex will bring the potential of root design to the iconic Pier59 Studios de Chelsea PiersThis action is not only an artistic milestone, but a strategic move to elevate the Spanish crafts to the category of contemporary luxury in one of the most competitive markets in the world.

 

The expedition is led by the synergy between the center for higher artistic education ESSDM and the textile firm Flamentex (property of Ravial S.A.), a company with more than 75 years of experience in the sector. After having conquered key positions for foreign trade such as Londres, Milán, Turín y ParísThe Chair now focuses on opening stable trade links with international buyers in Nueva York.

 

Talent and brands selected for NYFW

 

The creative delegation that will represent the vigor of current design in España It comprises seven firms that integrate both tradition and academic innovation. The names that make up this collection are:

 

• María Giménez, Antonio González (Almería).
• Lola Martín (Sevilla).
• Adelino Pérez (Sevilla).
• Lucía Sarhan (Málaga).
• Javier Borjas (Sevilla).
• Alba Carmona (Madrid).
• Alma Castiza, Ana Castells (Madrid).

 

The key details of this internationalization mission are outlined below:

 

Concept	Detail
Event	New York Fashion Week (NYFW)
Date and Time	February 16, 2026 – 12:00 PM
Location	Pier59 Studios, Manhattan
Participating firms	7 Spanish signatures
Trained students	More than 500 (since 2020)
Textile trajectory	More than 75 years (Ravial S.A.)

 

Economic and educational impact

 

Since its inception in 2020, the Cátedra Internacional de Moda Flamenca Flamentex has trained more than 500 international studentsconsolidating itself as the main engine of excellence of the sector. The aim of this launch in the world's capital is to position flamenco-inspired fashion not only as a cultural benchmark, but as a strategic economic asset capable of seducing both specialized critics and major global distributors.

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about the Flamentex fashion show in New York

 

Which Spanish brands are showing their collections at New York Fashion Week with the Chair?

Seven firms are participating: María Giménez, Lola Martín, Adelino Pérez, Lucía Sarhan, Javier Borjas, Alba Carmona y Alma Castiza.

What is the commercial objective of this event in Manhattan?

The main objective is the Capabilities of Spanish design and the opening of stable trade channels in the market of Estados Unidos, after having passed through cities like París y Londres.

Who leads the Flamentex International Chair?

The Chair is a strategic alliance between the higher fashion center ESSDM and the company Flamentex (Ravial S.A.), which brings a track record of more than 75 years in the textile industry.