It’s been a year in the making and now the frocks are finished, models selected, and bubbles delivered ready for the
opening shows of the inaugural Wellington Festival of Fashion, starting this Friday.
With a series of dynamic fashion shows at the iconic Public Trust Hall on Lambton Quay, the three-day extravaganza will
celebrate emerging New Zealand designers, as well as offer inspiration and education for Wellington fashionistas,
designers and shoppers.
Spencer says, 'the Wellington Festival of Fashion is about celebrating glamour that embraces values of local production, sustainability, and inclusion.' Alongside shows
that focus on future generations, colour, and sustainable couture, a Pop-Up shop will provide festival guests and
bargain hunters with the best New Zealand fashion on sale.
Headlining designers include Frances, Havilah, and Judy Gao Couture, there will also be catwalk shows from Depth of Syth, Hej Hej, and Sweepstakes Winners. These designers will be joined by Molly Perkinson, and Olli, with some special guests to be announced closer to the event.
Project Fashion, a show that identifies new talent is a must-see. With four years of successful fashion incubation under its belt, the
show never fails to inspire and surprise, with emerging designers displaying their talent and vying for a cash prize to
help launch their career.
A highlight of the festival will be Concourse d'Elegance, a glamorous drag show featuring garments made and modelled by performers from the thriving Wellington scene.
“Take this opportunity to flaunt your inimitable style while you explore cutting-edge artistry from designers and
performers. Wellington Festival of Fashion will inspire, provoke, and excite - best you start planning your outfits now,” says Diana Spencer.Show Schedule:Black is the New Black
23 July 2021, 12:30pm
PUBLIC TRUST HALL, WELLINGTONProject Fashion Aotearoa Show and Awards
23 July 2021, 8:30pm
PUBLIC TRUST HALL, WELLINGTONSustainability Show and Panel Discussion
24 July 2021, 12:00pm
PUBLIC TRUST HALL, WELLINGTONJason Lingard - The Runway Show
24 July 2021, 2:30pm
PUBLIC TRUST HALL, WELLINGTONThe Colour Show - A show full of Whimsy
24 Jul 2021, 5:30pm
PUBLIC TRUST HALL, WELLINGTONConcourse d'Elegance
24 Jul 2021, 8:30pm
PUBLIC TRUST HALL, WELLINGTONHavilah presents "A seat at the table"
25 Jul 2021, 3:00pm
NAUMI STUDIO HOTEL, WELLINGTONWellington Festival of Fashion Wrap Party
25 Jul 2021, 7:00pm
LULU, WELLINGTON
Get your tickets at https://www.iticket.co.nz/go-to/wellington-festival-of-fashion