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New Zealand Fashion Week (NZFW) is an annual fashion event held in Auckland, New Zealand that showcases local and international designers[2][3][4]. Founded in 2001 by Dame Pieter Stewart, the event has become a significant platform for the fashion industry[4].
Key Details
- Dates: Traditionally held in late August/early September
- Location: Auckland, New Zealand
- Venue: Previously Viaduct Events Centre, now moving to Shed 10 at Queens Wharf in 2025[1][7][8]
- Attendees: Over 25,000 fashion-focused delegates[4]
Recent History
The event experienced significant disruption during the COVID-19 pandemic, with fashion weeks cancelled in 2020, 2021, and 2022[2]. In 2023, NZFW returned with a focus on Te Ao Māori (Māori worldview) and sustainability[4].
Upcoming Event
In 2025, NZFW will transition to a biennial format, scheduled from August 25-30, taking place at Shed 10 on Queens Wharf in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland)[7][8]. This marks a new chapter for the event, which has traditionally been an annual showcase of fashion, art, and culture[1][3][4].
Citations
[1] https://www.nzfashionweek.com [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Zealand_Fashion_Week [3] https://fashionunited.com/events/New-Zealand-Fashion-Week [4] https://www.aucklandnz.com/events/new-zealand-fashion-week [5] https://astylecollector.com/category/nzfw/ [6] https://www.fashionz.co.nz/events/ [7] https://www.instagram.com/nzfashionwk/ [8] https://www.facebook.com/nzfashionweek/?locale=en_GB
