JK EVENTOS – Main Stage
The event’s main stage, hosting panels and talks in an in-person format.
October 20-21
IGUATEMI TALKS FASHION 2026
Since its launch in 2017, Iguatemi Talks Fashion has established itself as Brazil’s most anticipated fashion event — a meeting point where the country’s fashion community comes together to discover what’s next. Over nine editions, the conference has brought to São Paulo a curated program of talks, workshops, panels, and masterclasses featuring leading creative talents, innovators, and influential voices from Brazil and around the world, spanning fashion, technology, and design.
Held annually in October at JK Iguatemi, the event brings together Brazil’s leading designers, fashion industry leaders, press, influencers, and students, both in person and via streaming. It is an unmissable gathering that sets the tone for the conversations shaping the years to come.
CUBO JK
A more intimate setting featuring conversations and experiences designed to promote direct interaction between speakers and guests.
2025 EDITION
PREVIOUS EDITION GALLERY
SCHEDULE
Schedule subject to change without prior notice — Times are displayed in the time zone: Etc / GMT+3 (GMT-03)
09:30 - 09:45(GMT+00)
IGUATEMI TALKS FASHION OPENING SESSION WITH CIRO NETO, CEO OF IGUATEMI S.A.
13:00 - 14:00(GMT+00)
SUCCESSION: “SHIFTING PERSPECTIVES ACROSS GENERATIONS”
With Lenny and Bel Niemeyer; Patricia and Andrea Viera. Moderated by Lilian Pacce.
14:15 - 15:15(GMT+00)
THE LOOK PODCAST — LIVE
Steal The Look with Manu Bordasch, Tati Carvalho and Lele Burnier.
15:30 - 16:30(GMT+00)
BEHIND THE INTERNATIONALIZATION OF BRAZILIAN BRANDS
With Pedro Andrade, from Piet; Maria Fernanda Albuquerque, from Havaianas; and Bel Del Priore, from Vix.
16:45 - 17:45(GMT+00)
A TALK WITH RAMDANE
18:00 - 19:00(GMT+00)
FROM “VAI PASSAR MAL” TO “LOST IN LUST”: THE VISUAL UNIVERSE OF PABLLO VITTAR
With Pabllo Vittar. Moderated by João Batista.
19:15 - 20:15(GMT+00)
BEHIND THE SCENES
With Fábio Porchat.
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS FOR 2026
Marylin Fitoussi - Costume Designer
Marylin Fitoussi is the costume designer of Emily in Paris, with credits including Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets and Kaamelott. Guided by her “more is more” philosophy, she has received three Emmy nominations and is the author of Emily in Paris: The Fashion Guide.
Fabio Porchat - Brazilian Presenter, Actor and Comedian
Fábio Porchat is one of the leading names in Brazilian comedy today. An actor, presenter and co-founder of Porta dos Fundos, he created the award-winning show Que História É Essa, Porchat? and has achieved success across television, film, streaming and theater. His projects bring together humor, creativity and high-impact communication.
Pabllo Vittar - Pop Singer
Pabllo Vittar has established herself as one of the leading figures in Brazilian pop music and is now widely regarded as the world’s most popular drag queen. Over a decade-long career, she was recognized by the American magazine TIME as one of the most influential leaders of the new generation and became the first drag queen to win an MTV EMA award.
Airon Martin - Designer and Creative Director
Airon Martin, the creative director behind MISCI, is one of the leading names in Brazilian fashion today, redefining the image of Brazilian luxury. The designer gained prominence by translating the complexity of Brazilian culture into highly sophisticated pieces through the use of local materials and an authorial design language that reinforces his roots. The only Brazilian named among Vogue Runway’s Emerging Talents in 2026, he is also a member of the BoF 500 and has been featured on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 and GQ Men of the Year lists, establishing himself as one of the most innovative voices of his generation.
Ana Eliza Setúbal - Founder of Oportunidade do Bem
A lawyer by training, Ana Eliza Setúbal founded Oportunidade do Bem in 2019, inspired by the idea of letting go of items from her own wardrobe. The initiative has since evolved into a circular fashion platform with a showroom in São Paulo, charitable events, international sales and partnerships with luxury brands, including Tiffany & Co. All proceeds are donated to social organizations, with more than R$20 million raised for 20 Brazilian institutions.
André Namitala - Creative Director and CEO of Handred
André Namitala’s work is rooted in 100% natural materials and a deep appreciation for craftsmanship. Handred’s collections maintain an ongoing dialogue with art. Throughout his career, André has developed projects in collaboration with leading figures in Brazilian culture, including Sergio Rodrigues and Francisco Brennand, and his work has been showcased at MASP.
Andrea Viera - Creative Director of Patricia Viera
Andrea Viera Baptista leads the management and strategy of Patricia Viera, guiding the brand through a new phase. With a focus on business, communication and positioning, she is shaping the brand’s future while preserving its identity and distinctive DNA, bringing together heritage, innovation and continuity.
Augusto Mariotti - Publisher and Content Director
Augusto Mariotti is Publisher and Content Director at FFW, Brazil’s leading independent fashion media platform. Alongside his editorial work, he works in design and event production through AM&LC Studio, a production company specializing in fashion, luxury and cultural projects for Brazilian and international brands.
Bárbara Migliori - Creative Consultant and Fashion Curator
Bárbara Migliori is a leading voice in fashion, culture and behavior in Brazil. Trained as an architect, she has served as Fashion and Branded Content Director at major magazines. Today, she works in fashion curation for Iguatemi, as a creative consultant and in content, bringing together aesthetics, authenticity and Brazilian culture.
Beatriz Werebe - Founder and Creative Director of Beatriz Werebe
Beatriz Werebe is the founder and creative director of her eponymous brand. For more than 15 years, she has offered an unconventional perspective on fine jewelry, combining international curation, original creations, styling and a free, personal approach to wearing jewelry. Today, the brand is present in Brazil, Italy and the United States.
Bel Niemeyer - Co-Creative Director of Lenny Niemeyer
Lenny Niemeyer’s daughter, she has developed her own perspective across fashion, art and culture, balancing the brand’s heritage with a contemporary view of femininity.
Carol Mauro - Founder and Marketing Director
Julia and Carol Mauro are two sisters from Rio de Janeiro who founded Makai in 2015, at the ages of 15 and 18. Entrepreneurs from an early age, they started by selling bikinis on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro and turned that beginning into one of Brazil’s most recognized brands for its strong connection with Generation Z, built through community, authenticity and a direct relationship with its audience.
Chica Capeto - Artist, Content Creator and Creative Director
A Rio de Janeiro native, 28-year-old Isabela Capeto holds a degree in Fashion Design from PUC-Rio. With an authentic and creative presence on Instagram, she brings together fashion, art and advertising. Founder of Capeto’s, she also works alongside Isabela Capeto and designed the brand’s runway show at this year’s Rio Fashion Week.
Cris Barros - Founder and Creative Director of Cris Barros
Cris Barros has been the founder and creative director of her eponymous brand since 2002. She holds a degree in Fashion Design from Universidade Anhembi Morumbi and specialized in fashion at Istituto Marangoni in Milan. Cris has built one of the most distinctive careers in Brazilian fashion, with timeless, feminine and sophisticated creations defined by craftsmanship and strong emotional and conceptual storytelling.
Dando - Entrepreneur, Founder of Way Model and Way Star
A Brazilian entrepreneur from Santa Catarina, Anderson Baumgartner founded WAY Model in 2007 and WAY Star in 2019, leading agencies representing top models and celebrities such as Alessandra Ambrosio and Tatá Werneck.
Dudu Bertholini - Brazilian Designer and Stylist
Dudu Bertholini is a multifaceted creative. Across fashion, television and styling for leading fashion publications and brands, he brings together information and opinion while amplifying diverse voices. His legacy was shaped by his former label Neon, celebrated for its bold prints and colorful styling. Today, as an agent of transformation, he advocates for the expression of each individual’s identity through what they wear, guided by the motto “Fashion to Set You Free.”
Felipe Bacellar - Co-Founder of Austral
Felipe Bacellar is the co-founder of Austral, a Brazilian menswear brand founded in 2016. At the helm of the brand, he has transformed his passion for the outdoors into its DNA: a light, active lifestyle genuinely connected to nature, where fashion and sports come together.
Flavia Gil - Fashion Category Lead at TikTok Shop Brazil
As Fashion Category Lead at TikTok Shop Brazil, she leads the development and growth of strategic fashion brands within the social commerce ecosystem. She works across go-to-market, launch and expansion initiatives, connecting brands, content and creators to accelerate results in the digital environment.
Gabriel Sauer - Co-CEO of SAUER
Gabriel Sauer is the Co-CEO of SAUER, a Brazilian jewelry house known for its creative freedom and pioneering use of colored gemstones. A key figure in the brand’s rebranding, he leads its national retail expansion and international operations.
Gustavo Silvestre - Designer, Artisan and Educator
Born in Recife, Gustavo Silvestre learned to appreciate crochet through the hands of the women in his family. In 2015, he founded Ponto Firme, an initiative promoting inclusion, education and income opportunities for people in vulnerable situations. His work has been featured at Pinacoteca de São Paulo, SP-Arte and São Paulo Fashion Week, as well as Paris Fashion Week and Haute Couture Week.
Helô Rocha - Designer and Fashion Designer
A graduate of Santa Marcelina, Helô Rocha founded Têca, where she brought together fashion, craftsmanship and Brazilian culture, working with artisans and embroiderers from Rio Grande do Norte. She later led Le Lis Blanc’s haute couture atelier and collaborated with Riachuelo. Today, she creates made-to-measure, evening and bridal gowns.
Ivan Padilla - Journalist and Communicator
Ivan Padilla is a journalist who has worked at IstoÉ, Época Negócios, GQ Brasil, where he served as Editor-in-Chief, and VIP. He is currently the editor of Exame Casual. In 2015, he was named Journalist of the Year by the Editora Globo Awards.
João Batista - Writer and Reporter
Writer and reporter for Revista Piauí.
Jorge Grimberg - Fashion Trends Expert and Communicator
Jorge Grimberg is a fashion trends expert and creative mentor, author of Vida Criativa and creator of 3 Minutos de Moda, which has surpassed 20 million views. His workshops have brought together more than 2,000 creatives, establishing him as a leading voice in Brazilian fashion, as recognized by Vogue Runway.
Julia Mauro - CEO
Julia and Carol Mauro are two sisters from Rio de Janeiro who founded Makai in 2015, at the ages of 15 and 18. Entrepreneurs from an early age, they started by selling bikinis on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro and turned that beginning into one of Brazil’s most recognized brands for its strong connection with Generation Z, built through community, authenticity and a direct relationship with its audience.
Julia Arcangeli - Founder and Creative Director of J’01 Studio
Julia Arcangeli is the founder and creative director of J’01 Studio. Her journey in fashion began through artistic experimentation, painting clothes and exploring garments as a form of expression. Today, at the helm of the brand she created in São Paulo, she translates this perspective into authorial collections that combine denim, contemporary tailoring and a precise aesthetic guided by the freedom to create.
Lenny Niemeyer - Founder of Lenny Niemeyer
For 35 years, Lenny Niemeyer has translated her distinctive vision into one of the most recognized expressions of Brazilian beachwear. From her first store in Ipanema to the runways of Brazil, she has built a signature style that transcends generations.
Lilian Pacce - Communicator and Curator
Lilian Pacce is a curator and communicator with a master’s degree from the University of the Arts London (UAL). Her projects connect art, fashion and sustainability, with exhibitions presented at MASP and in London and Milan. She is the author of several books on fashion and a member of the BoF 500.
Luiz Eduardo Rocha - Co-Founder of Zerezes
Luiz Eduardo Rocha is the co-founder and creative mind behind Zerezes, a design-driven eyewear brand. At the helm of the brand, he believes in design as a tool in service of people, capable of creating products that go beyond function and acquire meaning in everyday life.
Manuela Bordasch - CEO and Founder of Steal The Look
Manuela Bordasch is the CEO and founder of Steal The Look. Born in Porto Alegre, Brazil, she holds a degree in International Relations from ESPM. She began her career as a model at the age of 14, living in cities such as New York, Tokyo, London and Mexico City. At 19, she returned to Porto Alegre to resume her studies and pursue entrepreneurship. She chose fashion as the subject of her thesis, which led to the creation of Steal The Look — today, Brazil’s largest content platform focused on fashion, beauty and women’s lifestyle.
Maria Bolelli - Stylist and Image Consultant
A stylist and image consultant, she works with clients, brands and editorial projects. She spent nearly a decade between London, Paris and New York, a period that had a direct influence on her relationship with fashion and the work she develops today. She is also the co-founder of M2 Archive, a vintage shop and rental archive that grew out of her personal collection.
Maria Fernanda Albuquerque - Global VP of Marketing
Maria Fernanda Albuquerque holds a degree in Marketing from ESPM, a degree in Communications from FAAP and an MBA in Marketing from USP, with more than 20 years of experience in marketing at major companies. She currently serves as Global VP of Marketing at Havaianas, where she leads the brand-building strategy, product innovation pipeline, development of new categories and the brand’s global expansion. Known as Mafê, she has been recognized as one of Brazil’s Women to Watch and was named one of the country’s top 10 CMOs by Forbes in 2022.
Maria Pernet - Co-Founder of ViraOito
Maria Pernet built an 18-year career at Grupo Iguatemi, working across brand mix, retail and expansion, with a key role in the curation of brands for launches including Iguatemi, JK Iguatemi, Iguatemi Brasília, Pátio Higienópolis and Iguatemi 365. She was also the owner of Araras, a store recognized for its distinctive selection. Today, she combines strategic vision and aesthetic sensibility to develop projects, brands and connections across fashion and lifestyle.
Marina Linhares - Interior Designer
With 30 years of experience, Marina Linhares creates residential and corporate projects guided by a deep understanding of her clients’ needs. Her company has been B Corp certified since 2023.
Miguel de Mello - Creative Director and Image Designer
Miguel Figueira de Mello is a creative director and image designer. He conceptualizes, develops and directs fashion and advertising campaigns, bringing together art direction, photography and graphic design in the creation of visual narratives.
Natalie Klein - Founder and CIO of NK Store
Natalie Klein Duek is the founder and CIO of NK Store, named by BoF as one of the best fashion stores in the world in 2026. A member of the BoF 500, she has 29 years of experience in the fashion industry and is also active in philanthropy as co-founder of Instituto Golden Tree.
Nidia Aranha - Visual Artist, Researcher and Creative Director
Her practice moves across art, fashion and audiovisual media, exploring new narratives and aesthetic possibilities. She was recognized by the British Fashion Council among the 50 talents shaping the future of fashion.
Patrícia Lazarotto - Pharmacist and Creator
A top creator on TikTok Shop and the number-one seller for several brands, she combines her background as a pharmacist and a Master’s degree in Biotechnology with digital content, transforming technical knowledge into successful strategies for online sales.
Patrícia Viera - Founder of Patricia Viera
Patricia Viera is one of the leading names in Brazilian fashion and is renowned for transforming leather into an unmistakable creative language. At the helm of her eponymous brand, she has built a career spanning more than three decades, marked by experimentation, craftsmanship and innovation, bringing her signature to runways and markets in Brazil and abroad.
Pedro Andrade - Entrepreneur, CEO of Piet
Pedro has led Piet for over a decade, the menswear brand he founded in 2012. He was the first Brazilian to be featured on the prestigious Hypebeast 100 list, which recognizes the 100 most influential creatives shaping the global fashion scene.
Penha Maia - Designer of Penha Maia and Pó de Arroz
Penha Maia is the designer behind the brands Penha Maia and Pó de Arroz. Originally from Paraíba, she began her career in São Paulo in the mid-2000s and founded Pó de Arroz in 2010, after gaining experience across several areas of the fashion industry in the city. Focused on bridal and eveningwear, the atelier established itself within Brazilian fashion through its blend of haute couture and reimagined retro aesthetics. This journey led to the creation of Penha Maia, the designer’s more experimental and personal label, where research into shapes, structures and materials takes center stage. Her work has been worn by prominent names in the arts in Brazil and abroad, appearing on the Oscar red carpet and in magazines including Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle and Glamour.
Ramdane - Creative Director, Designer, Entrepreneur and Publisher
Ramdane Touhami is a French-Moroccan creative director, designer, entrepreneur and publisher. For three decades, he has worked across fashion, beauty, design and culture, becoming known for reinventing brands, reviving historical techniques and references, and creating distinctive and authentic visual identities.
Renata Garcia - Journalist
With 17 years of experience in the fashion and beauty industry, Renata Garcia became Glamour’s Content Director in July 2022. She holds a degree in Journalism from PUC-SP and a specialization in fashion from London College of Fashion, and spent 10 years working in the digital department of Vogue Brasil, developing editorial and multimedia projects. Between 2023 and 2025, while at Glamour, she received the Prêmio Especialistas’ Special Award, recognizing her among the leading journalists specializing in fashion. At the publication, she leads the team and creates opportunities for relevant conversations with the next generation of women driving change.
Shirley Mallmann - Top Model
A pioneer among Brazilian top models, Shirley Mallmann was one of the first to enter the international high-fashion circuit. Originally from Santa Clara do Sul, in Rio Grande do Sul, she paved the way for other Brazilian top models abroad. Discovered while working at a shoe factory in Rio Grande do Sul, she went on to build a meteoric career, appearing on rankings of the world’s most important top models and working with major fashion houses including Alexander McQueen, John Galliano, Valentino, Yves Saint Laurent, Dior, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Louis Vuitton and Prada, among many others, as well as appearing on covers and in editorials for leading fashion and beauty publications worldwide.
Silvana Holzmeister - Journalist, Fashion Editor and Lecturer
Silvana Holzmeister is an independent fashion editor and lecturer. She is the author of O Estranho na Moda and Styling: Guia Básico. Her professional career includes editorial roles at L’Officiel, Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar, as well as experience in print journalism, television and radio.
Sofia Patsch - Journalist and Communicator
A journalist, columnist and content creator, she has covered lifestyle, behavior, travel, fashion and luxury for more than a decade, translating trends and stories through a contemporary, light and sophisticated perspective.
Stephanie Wenk - Creative Director of Sauer
Stephanie Wenk has been the Creative Director of Sauer since 2014. At the helm of the jewelry house founded by Jules Sauer in 1941, she combines a legacy of craftsmanship and pioneering work with Brazilian gemstones with a contemporary vision deeply connected to art.
Suyane Ynaya - Stylist and Fashion Editor
Suyane Ynaya is a stylist, fashion editor and creative director with an authorial perspective that brings together fashion, identity and culture. She develops projects for major brands and artists, with a plural aesthetic, and created the concept of Sevirologia, transforming resources into creative potential.
Tati Carvalho - Journalist and Entrepreneur
With over 15 years of experience in marketing and branding, Tatiana Carvalho is COO of Steal The Look, where she leads the platform’s strategy and the connection between content, fashion, retail and consumer behavior.
Vinícius Guidini - Journalist and Editor
A journalist specializing in content and digital marketing, he is the editor of Page9, Brazil Journal’s lifestyle platform. With more than 15 years of experience, he holds a degree in Publishing, with a specialization in Forecasting and an MBA in Digital Marketing.
Vinícius Alencar - Fashion Journalist and Editor
Vinícius Alencar is the Fashion Editor at FFW, an independent publication that has documented fashion, culture and behavior with editorial independence since 2009. He has led the fashion editorial department for four years and has 16 years of experience dedicated to Brazilian and international fashion. He began his career at Chic, Gloria Kalil’s website, in 2010, and later joined the team at Vogue Brasil, where he worked for six years. He also worked as a screenwriter at GB65, Giovanni Bianco’s production company. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with Brazilian and international brands, interviewed some of the leading names in the fashion industry and closely followed important transformations in the market, building a career centered on editorial coverage, research and reflection on fashion, culture and behavior.
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