For the first time, the Albanian Canadian Community Association ( @shoqata_acca ) brought together Albanian fashion, culture, and art in one unforgettable evening in Toronto 🇦🇱🇨🇦
Held at the beautiful St. Lawrence Market North Building and led by Rexi Ferati, the night featured a stunning haute couture fashion show by @valdrinsahiti , hosted by the amazing actress @theanagolja , with beautiful performances by @yllkakuqi alongside dj AndiDasi and other artists, and with the presence of legendary photographer @fadilberishaphotography and many special guests.
A small teaser from a truly unforgettable celebration, captured by our team at @flamurstudios / @flamurfilms .
Architectural Design by @adriatica__ / @ivamemaferreira ,
Hair by @flokasalon
and MUA by @makeup.by.enii
#torontofashionshow #torontocinematographer #albanianfashionshow #flamurstudios #viral
For Albanians, song has always been more than music.
It has been memory.
It has been storytelling.
It has been the way our people carried love, longing, joy, pain, weddings, history, and home; from one generation to the next.
From the old sounds of lahuta and çifteli, to the voices that still gather us today, music has always been one of the ways Albanians stay connected, no matter where in the world we are.
Yllka Kuqi is one of those voices.
Called by our diaspora across countries, celebrations, weddings, and special moments, she has become part of the soundtrack of Albanian life abroad. Her voice brings the room together.
This video captures the beauty of that presence: the quiet moments before the stage, the elegance, the joy, and the emotion of her performance at Valdrin Sahiti’s first-ever fashion show in Canada.
A historic night for Albanian fashion in Toronto, made even more unforgettable by a voice that reminded us that wherever Albanians gather, song will always find us.
Performance by @yllkakuqi
Valdrin Sahiti 2026 Couture | Toronto
💄Makeup for @yllkakuqi & models by: @makeup.by.enii
🎥: @belinda.lahu
#albaniandiaspora #fashionshow #yllkakuqi #valdrinsahiti
“I’m always there, ready to do anything for Albanians.” — Fadil Berisha
A quote that perfectly captured the spirit of the evening.
As part of this special night, we had the honour of speaking with the legendary Fadil Berisha, who joined us for a book signing of Carmen Dell’Orefice: The Ultimate Role Model.
Between the couture, live performances, and Valdrin Sahiti’s first fashion show in Canada, the evening became more than an event; it was a celebration of Albanian talent, culture, and connection.
#acca #albaniandiaspora #fadilberisha #valdrinsahiti
Toronto’s fanciest couture fashion show…👠
Designed by the same artist behind some of Beyoncé’s red carpet looks, @ValdrinSahiti 💃🏻
The evening unfolded with a live concert, breathtaking dance performances, and a dramatic couture runway that felt straight out of a film 🩰✨
Guests were welcomed with a cocktail reception featuring complimentary food & drinks, live portrait paintings, and an up-close look at the intricate fashion pieces 🍸
If you love fashion, art, and immersive luxury experiences, keep an eye on @Adriatica__ for their next art gala 🤍
A special thank you to Iva Mema for collaborating on such an unforgettable event!
🎥: @kate.ontario
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🚨GIVEAWAY CLOSED🚨⭐GIVEAWAY⭐We are teaming up with @adriatica__ & @shoqata_acca to give you the ultimate & exclusive Valdrin Sahiti runway show experience in Toronto 👗
🎟️VIP tickets include entry to the pre-show cocktail reception, a curated fashion art gala, featuring iconic couture pieces, front-row seating, & the opportunity to meet the designer/special guests & more.
📍157 King St E
🗓️ May 7th, 2026
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🏆 Contest runs until May 6th
🏆 Winner will be contacted through IG DM by @todotoronto on May 6th
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Where fashion turns the page… ✨
Join us for an intimate book signing with Fadil Berisha during the cocktail reception. A rare opportunity to meet the legendary photographer and have your copy personally signed by him.
Limited books will be available! An elegant evening where fashion, art, and storytelling meet. Don’t miss it.
Unveiling the collective @valdrinsahiti · 2026 Couture
Toronto Live Show
From couture to performance,
a convergence of designers, artists, and visionaries
VIP and General Admission available
For a VIP experience private viewing of archival works followed by general admission the live unveiling of the 2026 Couture collection
TICKETS LIVE! An exclusive unveiling of Valdrin Sahiti’s couture collection in Toronto, set against the timeless industrial elegance of St. Lawrence Market.
The evening begins with VIP access to a retrospective art gala at 6:30 PM, offering a curated behind-the-scenes experience, followed by the fashion show at 7:30 PM.
A celebration of art, fashion, and design — brought together in one unforgettable experience.
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