Casa de Campo Launches Inaugural Fashion Week in the Caribbean

Casa de Campo Resort & Villas has announced the property’s first-ever Fashion Week scheduled for June 4-8, 2026 in La Romana, Dominican Republic.

The inaugural event is designed to transform the Caribbean into a global runway for iconic Latin American and international designers highlighting fashion, health, wellness and art within the luxury industry. Puerto Rican actress, singer, and former Miss Universe, Dayanara Torres will serve as the official brand ambassador.

International and Dominican designers include Giannina Azar and the house of Jenny Polanco, Maylé Vásquez, Gaby Alvarez, José Cristian Lagares, Rafael Rivero, and Anna Redman Pablo.

Designers Luis Antonio (P.R.), Fausto Altamirano of Baccio Couture (Doral, Miami), and Berny Martin of LeCatou (Indianapolis) will represent the U.S. The program will also highlight Spanish haute couture by the duo The 2nd Skin Co., with world-renowned designer Custo Barcelona appearing as a special guest for the grand finale. Each designer will present approximately 15 looks to include innovation, craftsmanship, and cultural influence.

“We are elevating the standard for fashion events in the Caribbean and throughout the world, by creating an event never before seen in this setting. Our vision is to deliver a guest experience that encompasses not only bringing together top international and local designers in the world of fashion, but to also provide educational sessions by leading anti-aging and longevity doctors, celebrity makeup artists & hair stylists, skincare professionals, and health & wellness experts that allow our guests an immersive four day experience of fashion, health, wellness, and hands-on educational seminars” said Jason Kycek, SVP & Chief Marketing Officer at Casa de Campo Resort & Villas in a statement.

He added, “Holding this event within Casa de Campo, provides the ideal venue for guests and attendees from across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America to join us. For us this is more than an event; it is a passion to establish the Dominican Republic and Casa de Campo as an international hub for fashion, art, health, and wellness in the Caribbean.”

 Beyond the runway, breakout seminars and experiences offer sessions focused on health, skincare, hair care and makeup, with a holistic approach to beauty and lifestyle. While on property, guests can enjoy Casa de Campo’s world-class amenities including championship golf, a marina, fine, dining wellness offerings and the vibrant cultural setting of Altos de Chavón.

The agenda includes:

• Day 1: Welcome cocktail reception and opening of famed fashion photographer Jesús Cordero’s Art Exhibition at Galeria Chavón, followed by a private welcome dinner at Casa del Rio for designers and international media.
• Day 2: Morning yoga and Pilates followed by the “Designers & Special Guests Talks” seminars featuring keynote designers, Dayanara Torres, celebrity hair and makeup artists, skin care experts and anti-aging medical doctors at the Flamboyan Conference Center. An evening headline Runway Show at the Marina Riverside Center.
• Day 3: Follows Day 2 agenda before concluding with a Gala Dinner and After Party at Minitas Beach Club Pool Deck with live music, designer models, fireworks, and more.
• Day 4: An exclusive pop-up shopping experience featuring all the designers for an intimate Trunk Show and curated Champagne Brunch experience at Villa Opulenta, allowing guests one-on-one engagements with the collections and designers.

Three-day all-inclusive packages are available for booking on the Casa de Campo website. Local guests can purchase tickets for the runway show and special activities through Uepa Tickets.

This article originally appeared in TravelPulse.

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