Dominican Republic shines as the epicenter of global fashion with Trendy Elite 2026
Santo Domingo became the epicenter of international avant-garde and creativity during the celebration of Trendy Elite 2026. This event, which took place from September 3rd to 5th at the iconic Faro a Colón, brought together prominent designers, models, and professionals from the global industry on a platform that reaffirms the Dominican Republic’s position on the world fashion map.
Paolo Vaca is crowned at the Men Super Model World 2026
One of the highlights of this edition was the election of the Men Super Model World 2026, a title that went to the Bolivian model Paolo Vaca. His victory not only represents a personal achievement, but also an open door towards internationalization, as the winner obtained a professional contract to develop his career in Mexico under the tutelage of New Icon Models.
Paolo Vaca’s coronation marks a new chapter for international menswear, consolidating the Dominican Republic as a key stage for the promotion of new talent.
A showcase of international talent
The Trendy Elite 2026 runway witnessed high-level proposals, inaugurated by a selection of renowned designers who set the tone for the event:
- Robert Flores (Dominican Republic)
- Alberto Rega (Mexico)
- Yirko Sivirich (Peru)
The event featured the participation of models from world-renowned agencies, such as Next Model Paris, Icon Model Mexico, Nefer Model, and Dominican Top Model Agency. The synergy between local talent and foreign benchmarks allowed for a high-impact visual experience, under the general direction of Robert Flores and an impeccable image production by Pierre Dulanto.
Success and future projection
The culmination of this journey not only celebrates the success of the participants, but also the joint effort of various institutions, brands, and companies that supported the initiative. With this display of talent and organization, Trendy Elite 2026 fulfilled its main objective: to connect the Dominican industry with the global market, creating real opportunities for future male modeling prospects and strengthening the fashion ecosystem in the region.
