IFP News
Welcome to our IFP Blog!
Here we’ll be updating you with news on Indigenous Fashion Projects, and introducing you to some of the incredible First Nations fashion and textile designers and artists from across Australia…
The Latest…
Get Involved! 2022 Model and Volunteer Call Out
Our favourite time of year is just around the corner, and we're calling out to our community to once again be part of our August events! We have two ways to get involved - with a Model call out for the iconic Country to Couture runway, and a Volunteer call out to...
Meet the Country to Couture 2022 Designers
The annual showcase of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fashion and textile design returns for its 7th iteration on the 2 August, alongside the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair and National Indigenous Fashion Awards on Larrakia Country.
Shop the IFP Runway from AAFW
Shop the Indigenous Fashion Projects Runway First Nations Designer Collections at Afterpay Australian Fashion Week.
Country to Couture News
Get Involved! 2022 Model and Volunteer Call Out
Our favourite time of year is just around the corner, and we're calling out to our community to once again be part of our August events! We have two ways to get involved - with a Model call out for the iconic Country to Couture runway, and a Volunteer call out to...
Meet the Country to Couture 2022 Designers
The annual showcase of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fashion and textile design returns for its 7th iteration on the 2 August, alongside the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair and National Indigenous Fashion Awards on Larrakia Country.
Be Part of Country to Couture 2022
Expressions of Interest are NOW OPEN! Apply to be part of the iconic Country to Couture fashion showcase…
Pathways Program News
Shop the IFP Runway from AAFW
Shop the Indigenous Fashion Projects Runway First Nations Designer Collections at Afterpay Australian Fashion Week.
Meet the Designers…
Get to know the designers behind the labels at the Indigenous Fashion Projects Runway at Afterpay Australian Fashion Week! We are delighted to share the First Nations designers who are fast making their mark on the global fashion landscape, pushing the boundaries of...
Jessica Mauboy to Perform at the IFP Runway at AAFW!
The iconic Jessica Mauboy is set to perform her latest single at the Indigenous Fashion Projects Runway at Afterpay Australian Fashion Week! Presented by Afterpay and supported by David Jones, the event will showcase collections from six First Nations designers – and tickets are selling fast!
NIFA News
National Indigenous Fashion Awards 2022 Nominations NOW CLOSED!
Who will you nominate this year?
Celebrating Innovation, Diversity and Success
Launched in 2020, the National Indigenous Fashion Awards (NIFA), provides a vibrant and exciting recognition platform to celebrate the innovation, diversity and success of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and fashion designers. Importantly, it also contributes to the capacity building of the burgeoning sector…
IFP Yarns | Julie Shaw, MAARA Collective
Headed up by Yuwaalaraay creative director Julie Shaw, Maara Collective’s luxurious resort wear is informed by a deep connection to community. Julie’s brand honours collaboration in the creative processes, with “maara” translating to “hands” in the Yuwaalaraay and Gamilaraay language groups.
It’s been a stellar couple of years for Julie and her label, and she’s been written into pretty much every chapter of the IFP story so far!
Banner Image | Models wearing Bima Wear x Nobody Denim, backstage at Country to Couture 2021, Photo by Timothy Hillier.