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Join us as we roll out the red carpet for Rise to the Runway’s Fashion Extravaganza of 2023.
This dynamic annual competition is on a mission to empower the emerging fashion industry. We want to showcase our native talent, launch indigenous designers, encourage inclusivity by stepping outside of social norms, excite with the innovation of wearable art and explore the new world of tech-integrated fashion. Rise To The Runway has a strong focus on sustainability, ensuring that our Awards promote environmentally conscious practices. We provide a platform for aspiring fashion professionals to make a lasting impact, encouraging their involvement on the path to a more sustainable and inclusive fashion industry.
The competition will be fierce and you will have the exclusive opportunity to witness the best and brightest new fashion designers from across Australia showcasing their labels for the Judges in an exciting array of categories as they compete for the coveted title of Rise To The Runway, Emerging Fashion Designer of the year 2023.
AWARD CATEGORIES:
Surfers Paradise Vibes
Reinvented Streetwear
Met Gala Inspired Wearable Art
A Day at The Races
The Ethical Bride
First Nation Design
Model of the Year Award
Rise to the Runway is where creativity converges with sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation, we invite you to come on this exciting journey as we elevate Australia’s next generation of creatives and shape the Gold Coast’s position on the global fashion stage.
Last year’s event SOLD OUT FAST so secure your tickets before they run out!!
VIP Platinum tickets $105
General Access Tickets $65
We are “Impact Initiatives Australia” A social enterprise, founded by Summer Brown and Brett McCallum (CEO of Media8) to launch projects with global impact, creators of “Impact-Film Challenge” and executive producers of multi-award-winning film “Lessons”. With Rise to the Runway our next project already attracting international attention.
The Gold Coast is one of the most sought-after places to live in the world, and as long-time residents, we’re aiming to make it even better with this annual event increasing the Gold Coast’s visibility as a major player in the international fashion scene. 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.