Blanc Fashion Week Montenegro celebrates 40th anniversary with breast cancer awareness campaign

The 40th edition of Blanc Montenegro Fashion Week commenced in Podgorica with a premiere evening featuring diverse collections from regional and international designers. The event included presentations by Ivana Cvrlje, Natalija Urbanova, Aleksandra Stamenić, Radojka Tepavac, and brands XYZ and TIAN Style, as well as works by design students from the University of Donja Gorica.

A central theme of the evening was the ‘Fashion Against Breast Cancer’ campaign. In a segment highlighting solidarity, ten oncology patients walked the runway wearing TIAN Style creations, which they were permitted to keep following the event. Actress Branka Otašević participated in the segment, using the platform to emphasize the importance of preventative health screenings for women.

Designer Ivana Cvrlje presented a collection inspired by the landscapes of Dalmatia, utilizing gold, white, and silver tones alongside natural materials. Russian-born designer Natalija Urbanova showcased her ‘Diva’ collection, which drew inspiration from the Golden Age of Hollywood and Art Deco aesthetics, featuring materials such as velvet, lace, and satin.