Dubai’s love for sneakers takes a creative turn this July with a three-day Bespoke Sneaker Fair at Design Dome, City Walk. Celebrating individuality and design, the fair brings together art, fashion, and personal expression through a curated showcase of hand-painted sneakers by UAE-based designer Diviya Tilani.

Running from Friday, 24 July (7 PM – 10 PM) and Saturday to Sunday, 25–26 July (11 AM – 8 PM), the free-to-attend event invites visitors to explore a diverse collection of bespoke sneakers or bring their own pair to be customized. With customization prices starting at AED 200, attendees can transform everyday footwear into unique statement pieces.

Sneakers today have moved far beyond their athletic origins, seamlessly transitioning from runways to boardrooms and pairing effortlessly with both athleisure and eveningwear. In a city like Dubai—where fashion-forward consumers appreciate both exclusivity and creativity—this fair taps into a growing culture of personalized style.

At the heart of the showcase is Diviya Tilani, a Dubai-based artist and designer whose work redefines sneakers as wearable art. Each pair is thoughtfully crafted to reflect personality, storytelling, and craftsmanship. From UAE-inspired motifs to bold, expressive designs and subtle Central Asian influences—including select pieces reflecting Kazakhstan—her creations encourage wearers to step beyond trends and into individuality.

“Sneakers today are more than just fashion or comfort—they are personality statements,” says Tilani. “We all deserve to wear footwear with character.”

A resident artist and co-founder of Design Dome, Tilani brings a multidisciplinary approach rooted in painting and historical costume construction. Her design process transforms each sneaker into a canvas, blending textures, techniques, and narratives.

Visitors can expect standout pieces including camel silhouettes set against sunset backdrops as a tribute to the UAE, playful designs featuring trinkets and lace embellishments, and experimental creations incorporating sequins, threads, and rope. Some designs even draw inspiration from popular dining spots, including Allo Beirut and Brass Monkey, highlighting opportunities for brand collaborations.

Each pair will be hand-painted and may include intricate embellishments such as weaving, ensuring no two designs are alike. Customers can browse ready-to-wear selections or opt for a personalized consultation to commission bespoke sneakers tailored to their vision. Prices range from AED 650 to AED 1350 for designs available in-store.

As trends come and go, the fair reinforces a timeless idea: footwear, when treated as an extension of identity, becomes more than fashion—it becomes a statement.

Event Details:

What: Bespoke Sneaker Fair

When: Friday, 24 July (7 PM – 10 PM); Saturday–Sunday, 25–26 July (11 AM – 8 PM)

Where: Design Dome Dubai, City Walk, Dubai

Entry: Free

Whether discovering a new pair or reimagining an old favorite, the Bespoke Sneaker Fair offers Dubai residents a chance to step into creativity—one pair at a time. Depending on how elaborate a design you choose for your sneakers, the customization may be completed on the spot, or you may be asked to collect your pair within five days.

For more information, visit Design Dome, City Walk, Dubai.

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