Kiri Nathan and Annah Stretton 'Two Worlds Collide' launch

Kiri Nathan and Annah Stretton 'Two Worlds Collide' launch

International Woman’s Day on March 8 marks an important day for acclaimed evening wear designer, Kiri Nathan, as she launches her latest collection When Two Worlds Collide.

After collaborating for the last six months with influential fashion designer and successful entrepreneur Annah Stretton, Nathan is now geared up to debut her collection at the home of the British High Commissioner, Vicki Treadell.

In the true spirit of artisan couture, Nathan uses of numerous techniques to manipulate fabrics and create texture and volume within the collection of 10 exquisitely hand-crafted gowns. There is an emphasis on placement and draping and the fabrics enfold the body whilst allowing beautiful fluid movement.

When Two Worlds Collide embraces a full-bodied palette of romantic reds, forest greens and royal purples, both timeless and relevant, season after season for global women. There is no age barrier; Kiri’s gowns are for those who appreciate the drama of floor sweeping elegance and a simple silhouette.

The collaboration is part of Stretton's ongoing 'Nurture' strategy. Stretton has long been involved in developing business capability with her involvement in Her Business Networks and as publisher of Her Magazine. Now after 20 years in the local fashion industry she has come full circle to lend her weight to fledgling designers to build a culture of design and business excellence in New Zealand.

Stretton points out this is not about one collection, but about the business of design and creating a sustainable industry in New Zealand. With 30 stores across the country and three recently opened Australian stores, Stretton she is uniquely placed to nurture talent.

Kiri Nathan launched her own label in 2010 and had garnered a string of accolades and awards including; New Zealand Smokefree Awards, New Zealand World of Wearable Art Awards, Miromoda Fashion Awards, The Supreme Award at Creative Youth Awards, the coveted Supreme Award at Westfield Style Pasifika, New Zealand's most prestigious fashion competition and the evening and bridal sections at the 10th annual Cult Couture Awards in Auckland.

The Mt Wellington based mother of five who completed a diploma in Visual Arts, majoring in fashion, now finally feels the future looks bright.

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