Announcement of additional invited overseas press & buyers for 25AW!
Since the 24 A/W Season, Rakuten FWT has begun attracting more buyers and press from overseas. By creating an opportunity for overseas buyers and the press to experience Fashion Week in person, we aim to continue to increase the amount of work purchased and articles written.
Today we are pleased to announce 2 more additional invited press & buyers!
JFWO Official Supported Overseas Guests

Manuel Marelli(MACONDO STORE head Creative Buyer)
Head of Buying and Creative Director of MACONDO, one of the most innovative stores in Italy. The Macondo store, which combines avant-garde and timeless style, always gets a great deal of attention.
Instagram: manumarelli

Alex Catarinella (freelance writer)
Alex Catarinella is a New York City-based travel, culture, and lifestyle writer. Bylines: New York Magazine, Vogue, i-D, Nylon, Elle, Hypebae, Coveteur, Dazed & Confused, L’Officiel, Paper, Vice, InsideHook, Observer, A Hotel Life, Hotels Above Par, Wonderland, etc.
Instagram: acatinheat