Designers
IFP is committed to supporting the development of First Nations fashion designers and their labels. This is achieved through our mentoring and business development programs and also the many promotional opportunities that we present.
IFP supports artists and designers at various stages of their development, from the very beginning of their journey in textiles through to growing an established fashion business.
We provide opportunities for growth through mentorships and business development support:
The IFP Pathways Program, in partnership with David Jones
Providing Best Practice resources for working in textiles and fashion
As well as opportunities for promotion, story telling and recognition:
Afterpay Australian Fashion Week, supported by David Jones
Country to Couture, supported by the Northern Territory Government and Country Road
National Indigenous Fashion Awards (NIFA), supported by the Northern Territory Government
Above | Samantha Harris wears Kirrikin, Indigenous Fashion Projects runway at Afterpay Australian Fashion Week 2021, Photo by Stefan Gosatti, Getty Images.
Banner | Joshua & Shadeene wear BOONKAJ collection by Waringarri Aboriginal Arts, Country to Couture, Head Stylist – Rhys Ripper, 2021, Photo by James Giles.
Fashion News
Textile, Culture and Country
_ Textile, Culture and Country Meet the Shortlisted Nominees for the 2026 NIFA Textile Design Award Supported by RMIT Words by | Lauren RogersPhoto: Sabrina Butler in Tjukurla, Tjarlirli & Kaltukatjara Art, Photo by Kate McGrath Across deserts, rainforests, river...
Celebrating Collaboration
_ Celebrating Collaboration Meet the Shortlisted Nominees for the 2026 NIFA Community Collaboration Award Supported by QIC Words by | Lauren RogersPhoto: Dean Kieron, Magpie Goose x Quandamooka Artists Strong collaborations have the power to do more. Strong...
NIFA 2026 | Shortlisted Nominees
Sabrina Butler, Cherice Dixion and Talia Bennett in Tjukurla, Tjarlirli & Kaltukatjara Art, ‘Pirriya’, Photo by Kate McGrathNIFA 2026 | NOMINEE SHORTLIST_ Indigenous Fashion Projects is proud to announce the shortlisted nominees for the National Indigenous Fashion...