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23 Oct

MFW: Independent Fashion Showcase

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Witness an extraordinary convergence of First Nations and contemporary design as creative forces from Boorloo (Perth) and Naarm (Melbourne) converge.

This curated milestone pairs the rich cultural heritage and raw textural beauty of Western Australia with the uncompromising metropolitan edge and modern innovation of Victoria's cultural capital.

This landmark evening marks one of the industry's biggest creative collaborations, bringing together acclaimed industry leaders – the Australian Academy of Hair, Australian Style Institute, Australian Academy of Modelling, Blaklist Agency and Perth Fashion Club – united to deliver an unforgettable cross-country celebration of style and culture.

Part of Melbourne Fashion Week.

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Date Times
Fri 23 Oct
  • 7pm - 9pm 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Location

Australian Centre for Contemporary Art
111 Sturt St
Southbank 3006

Open in maps location for Australian Centre for Contemporary Art

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Adult / general $55
Book online for MFW: Independent Fashion Showcase

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  • telephone number: 0413 289 685
  • email address: chaynika@perthfashionclub.com.au
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The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

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