In early October 2025, VOGUE Germany hosted the second edition of its " Forces of Fashion " event series in Berlin. Head of Editorial Content Kerstin Weng invited guests to panel discussions with leading industry experts, exclusive workshops, and networking sessions centered around the theme of "Family and Friends" at St. Elisabeth Church & Villa Elisabeth. The event brought together key voices from the German fashion industry.

In the first panel discussion of the day, Christiane Arp, Chairwoman of the Board of the FCG, and Scott Lipinski, CEO of the FCG, spoke with Reference Studio founder Mumi Haiati and Kerstin Weng about the plans and visions for Berlin Fashion Week. The unique style of Berlin Fashion Week and the potential of the young designers were emphasized.

The participants of the current Fashion X Craft edition were also given a platform: Aleksander Kudrischow , Jon Lisenfeld , Laura De Sousa , Lennart Bohle , and Melanie Parzenczewski each presented one of their looks in an exhibition. These could be viewed by guests throughout the entire event.

Photo credits: René Lohse and Clemens Porikys for VOGUE Germany