7th October 2023 || Robina Auditorium
EMERGING FASHION DESIGN AND MODEL AWARDS
Roll out the red carpet and join us for our Fashion Extravaganza. Rise to the Runway is a prestigious competition for both emerging fashion designers and models, providing a platform to drive connections with industry professionals, network with like-minded creatives, grow designer confidence and build pathways to a successful career in fashion.
ABOUT US
Rise to the Runway is the ultimate event for emerging and student fashion designers, as well as models, stylists, make-up artists, and hairdressers looking to establish a career in the fashion industry. This annual event, which is held in one of the world’s most sought-after tourist destinations on the Gold Coast, offers student designers from universities, fashion colleges and high schools across Australia the opportunity to showcase their unique designs.
Our platform not only gives aspiring designers the chance to showcase their creations, but it also offers invaluable opportunities for emerging models to gain early exposure in an industry that is constantly looking for new talent. The event also provides students with the chance to work with stylists, make-up artists, and hairdressers, giving them advanced experience behind the scenes of a fashion show while still studying.
In addition to the fantastic exposure, working backstage at the event can offer invaluable insights and contacts, which are crucial in building a successful career in the fashion industry. Whether it be establishing a network or receiving an endorsement from key industry figures, our comprehensive event is designed to help students establish a foundation for their future careers in the fashion industry.
Participating in Rise to the Runway can be a game-changer for vibrant creatives looking to stand out in the competitive fashion industry. By participating in this event, students will have a unique opportunity to gain professional experience and early exposure in the field, helping them establish their careers in the industry.
We want to showcase our native talent, launch indigenous designers, encourage inclusivity by introducing gender-fluid designs, excite with the innovation of wearable art, and explore the new world of tech-integrated fashion.
Sign up for 2024
- Win trophies, prizes, and the esteemed title of Rise to the Runway's Designer of the year 2024
- Category winners and Runners-up will be offered an exclusive opportunity to showcase their designs at the NEXT GEN, Emerging Designers Runway, GOLD COAST FASHION WEEK.
- Emerging Designer of the year will be interviewed on stage and open the show at NEXT GEN, Emerging Designer Runway, Gold Coast FASHION WEEK.
Registrations for 2023 have closed.
2023 JUDGING PANEL
Apply for our 2023 panel.
Jude Kingston
FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR OF MIND YOUR FASHION
RESHMAN Ramasamy
Honorary Professor, university lecturer and Allied health practitioner.
Sher Lo
Creative Director of Anannasa Lifestyle.
Michael Dunn
PERSONAL STYLIST AND BOUTIQUE MANAGER & STYLE CONSULTANT AT URBBANA, PACIFIC FAIR.
Jasmine Kratz
Co -Owner Belle Le Chic
Michelle Lee Aslin
Owner and Designer Michell Lee Swimwear.
2023 Event Partners
2023 SPONSORS
Get In touch
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- 0451 115 469
- admin@risetotherunway.com.au