Expansive Saudi fashion label 1886 sets foot in the City of Lights, Paris
In a significant move for the Saudi fashion industry, the renowned luxury department store Galeries Lafayette in Paris is now hosting the international debut of the trendsetting brand 1886. This pop-up store, located on Boulevard Haussmann, showcases a limited capsule collection and will run until September 1, 2025[1][3].
Founded by entrepreneurs Fahad Al-Jomiah and Khalid Al-Jammaz in 2016, 1886 marked Saudi Arabia's entry into the streetwear market, blending cultural influences with contemporary design[1]. The brand's launch coincided with the international streetwear boom, which saw brands like Supreme and Off-White gain prominence.
The pop-up store at Galeries Lafayette is 1886's first international outpost, following successful collaborations with the Saudi Fashion Commission, the Cultural Development Fund, and London's high-end department store Selfridges earlier this year[2]. The temporary store offers a range of products, including joggers, hoodies, T-shirts, dresses, and accessories, all designed to challenge conventions and spark conversation.
The brand's focus on originality, individuality, and culturally infused style has contributed to its growing popularity in the Saudi market, making it one of the trendiest brands in the region[3]. The duo behind 1886 work tirelessly to incorporate technology and progressive design into their products, ensuring that their offerings remain contemporary and durable.
While Galeries Lafayette is the confirmed international luxury department store currently carrying 1886, other luxury department stores such as Harrods and Selfridges have featured different Saudi brands but not 1886 as per the latest information available[1]. Notably, Honayda Serafi became the first designer from the Kingdom to be displayed at luxury London department store Harrods in 2022.
This pop-up in Paris highlights 1886's growing international presence in the luxury streetwear segment. The brand's success underscores the broader efforts to promote Saudi fashion internationally, though no mention was found of other luxury department stores globally stocking 1886 at this time[1][2]. As the brand continues to grow, it will be interesting to see where it will make its next mark on the international fashion scene.
- The international debut of trendsetting brand 1886, which marks Saudi Arabia's entry into the streetwear market, is now being hosted by Galeries Lafayette, a renowned luxury department store in Paris.
- The pop-up store, located on Boulevard Haussmann, showcases a limited capsule collection and will run until September 1, 2025, marking 1886's first international outpost.
- Founded by Fahad Al-Jomiah and Khalid Al-Jammaz in 2016, 1886 is known for its originality, individuality, and culturally infused style, making it one of the trendiest brands in the Saudi market.
- The brand's focus on incorporating technology and progressive design into their products has gained them prominence not just in the Saudi market, but also internationally, as evidenced by their collaboration with Galeries Lafayette.
- While Galeries Lafayette is the confirmed luxury department store currently carrying 1886, other luxury department stores like Harrods and Selfridges have featured different Saudi brands but not 1886, as per the latest news available.
