Hennie Reinillia and Rinel Stuward Set to Elevate Curaçao Fashion Week 2026

Valeria Creations, the visionary fashion label founded by Curaçao-based designer Rinel Stuward, is proud to announce its leading role in organizing Curaçao Fashion Week 2026, an event that promises to set new standards in Caribbean style, glamour, and global connection. Among the highlight acts: acclaimed model and cultural icon Ayse Top, invited to grace the runway and represent the fusion of global fashion capitals in this landmark event.

Rinel Stuward has steadily built a reputation for the brand Valeria Creations through designs that marry tropical flair with refined elegance. Known for her skillful craftsmanship, innovative use of fabric, and deep respect for local culture, Stuward’s collections are deeply rooted in the Caribbean aesthetic while showing strong international sensibilities.

Curaçao Fashion Week 2026: A New Era

Curaçao Fashion Week (CFW) has become a key annual event in the region, shining a spotlight on local and international designers, models, and creative industries. With 2026, Valeria Creations is taking on a central organizational role, shaping the program to expand its international footprint and deepen its cultural impact. The 2026 edition is expected to include:

• Multiple runway shows showcasing both established and emerging designers.

• Special segments highlighting sustainable fashion, textile innovation, and local craftsmanship.

• Cross-cultural exchanges: lectures, workshops, and designer-model collaborations.

• International guest appearances to raise visibility and bring diverse style influences.

Star of the Show: Ayse Top

One of the most anticipated features of Curaçao Fashion Week 2026 is the presence of Ayse Top, invited as an international top model and fashion icon.

• Background & Credentials: Ayse Top has earned acclaim in beauty pageants (including Ms. Netherlands Universe 2018), as well as establishing herself as an entrepreneur, writer, and public speaker.

• Style & Influence: Her modeling work spans international catwalks, and her public presence is marked by advocacy, especially on women’s empowerment, beauty standards, and cross-cultural identity.

• Role at CFW 2026: As an invited icon, she is set to headline select shows, be part of keynote panels or masterclasses on modeling and influence, and serve as a bridge between Curaçao’s creative community and the global fashion network.

As Curaçao Fashion Week 2026 approaches, Valeria Creations under Rinel Stuward’s leadership is focused on ensuring the event is more than a show it is a movement. Through strategic partnerships (local and international), including media, fashion institutions, sponsors, and mentorship programs, the goal is to leave a legacy: that of Curaçao firmly on the map of global fashion while honoring local roots.

Ayse Top’s participation is emblematic of this mission someone who embodies both global style and regional authenticity.