Zainab Al-Abdulrazzaq Included in BoF 500 List of Top Influencers in the Fashion World

Kuwaiti entrepreneur and fashion sector activist Zainab Al-Abdulrazzaq, founder of 3oud.com and Oud Fashion Talks, has been included in the BoF 500 list for 2026, an international recognition reflecting her efforts to develop the fashion industry and strengthen Kuwait’s presence on the global fashion map. The BoF 500 list is one of the most prominent international rankings in the fashion sector, featuring an elite group of designers, entrepreneurs, executives, creative minds, and influential figures in the industry worldwide. Al-Abdulrazzaq joins a global community that includes prominent names such as Bernard Arnault, Phoebe Philo, Donatella Versace, Anna Wintour, Kim Kardashian, and Pharrell Williams. This recognition holds particular significance for Kuwait and the region, where prominent figures have contributed to enhancing their presence in the global fashion and luxury landscape. Over the years, the BoF 500 list has included names from the region, including Mohammed Al-Shayea, Patrick Chalhoub, Elie Saab, and Khaled Al-Tayer, alongside other individuals who have contributed to the development of the fashion and luxury business sectors both regionally and globally. Al-Abdulrazzaq’s recognition adds a new dimension to this narrative by focusing on building platforms, fostering dialogues, and supporting talent and the creative fashion scene. Through 3oud.com and Oud Fashion Talks, Al-Abdulrazzaq works to solidify Kuwait’s position not only as a market for fashion and luxury but also as an environment that generates ideas, incubates projects, and brings together talent and cultural dialogue related to the fashion world. Al-Abdulrazzaq’s inclusion in the BoF 500 list comes as the Middle East region continues to strengthen its presence in the global fashion and luxury sectors. This achievement marks a milestone in her career and serves as recognition of Kuwait’s role in supporting and developing the fashion ecosystem and creative talent in the region.