Tel Aviv Fashion Week made a poignant return after a wartime pause, opening with a runway featuring former hostages and relatives of those affected by recent conflict. Eli Sharabi, a former captive, was among the special guests, joined by family members of other freed hostages and victims, who received heartfelt applause from the audience. The event, now in its fifteenth edition, aims to support Israeli designers and foster optimism, with more than one hundred participants showcasing their work over twenty-six shows. Organizers emphasized diversity among models and will honor fashion photographer Ben Lam for his contributions to Israel's fashion history.