{"id":71319,"date":"2026-07-20T13:35:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T09:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/?p=71319"},"modified":"2026-07-20T13:52:26","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T09:52:26","slug":"three-day-bespoke-sneaker-fair-at-design-dome-city-walk-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/three-day-bespoke-sneaker-fair-at-design-dome-city-walk-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"Three-Day Bespoke Sneaker Fair At Design Dome, City Walk, Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dubai\u2019s<\/a> 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.<\/p>\n

Running from Friday, 24 July (7 PM \u2013 10 PM) and Saturday to Sunday, 25\u201326 July (11 AM \u2013 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.<\/p>\n

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\u2014where fashion-forward consumers appreciate both exclusivity and creativity\u2014this fair taps into a growing culture of personalized style.<\/p>\n

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\u2014including select pieces reflecting Kazakhstan\u2014her creations encourage wearers to step beyond trends and into individuality.<\/p>\n

\u201cSneakers today are more than just fashion or comfort\u2014they are personality statements,\u201d says Tilani. \u201cWe all deserve to wear footwear with character.\u201d<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

As trends come and go, the fair reinforces a timeless idea: footwear, when treated as an extension of identity, becomes more than fashion\u2014it becomes a statement.<\/p>\n

Event Details:<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n

What:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Bespoke Sneaker Fair<\/p>\n

When:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Friday, 24 July (7 PM \u2013 10 PM); Saturday\u2013Sunday, 25\u201326 July (11 AM \u2013 8 PM)<\/p>\n

Where:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Design Dome Dubai, City Walk, Dubai<\/p>\n

Entry:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0Free<\/p>\n

Whether discovering a new pair or reimagining an old favorite, the Bespoke Sneaker Fair offers Dubai residents a chance to step into creativity\u2014one 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.<\/p>\n

For more information, visit Design Dome, City Walk, Dubai.<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n

To know more:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0<\/b><\/strong><\/a>https:\/\/designdome.ae\/<\/b><\/u><\/strong><\/a>Follow on Instagram:<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0<\/b><\/strong><\/a>@designdomedubai<\/b><\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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