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…
Clearing the Path
The Indigenous Fashion Projects x David Jones Pathways Program pairs First Nations designers with seasoned industry mentors, supporting the development of thriving Indigenous-owned fashion labels…
5 Indigenous Designers to Catch at David Jones This Month!
IFP have teamed up with teamed up with David Jones to present the inaugural Pathways Program Pop Up. This Capsule Collection of incredible First Nations fashion is exclusive to the iconic Aussie department store, presenting innovative, contemporary style guided by our oldest living cultures…
Wearing it Well
Over the past six years, DAAFF’s annual Country to Couture event has become a leading national platform to celebrate and support First Nations textile design and fashion…
Country to Couture News
Wearing it Well
Over the past six years, DAAFF’s annual Country to Couture event has become a leading national platform to celebrate and support First Nations textile design and fashion…
A peek at the 2021 Country to Couture show!
In August 2021, the iconic Country to Couture showcase once again returned to Larrakia Country, with an exciting runway featuring 13 First Nations collections. The night saw a record number of attendees and many memorable moments unfold at the Darwin Convention Centre…
Meet the Country to Couture 2021 Designers
We’re thrilled to introduce you to the amazing line-up for Country to Couture 2021 in Darwin! The annual showcase of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fashion and textile design is back in its 6th iteration on the 4 August, alongside the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair on Larrakia Country…
Pathways Program News
Clearing the Path
The Indigenous Fashion Projects x David Jones Pathways Program pairs First Nations designers with seasoned industry mentors, supporting the development of thriving Indigenous-owned fashion labels…
5 Indigenous Designers to Catch at David Jones This Month!
IFP have teamed up with teamed up with David Jones to present the inaugural Pathways Program Pop Up. This Capsule Collection of incredible First Nations fashion is exclusive to the iconic Aussie department store, presenting innovative, contemporary style guided by our oldest living cultures…
Meet the Designers…
Get to know the Designers in the Indigenous Fashion Projects Runway! Tickets are now on sale for the Indigenous Fashion Projects Runway at Afterpay Australian Fashion Week! Ahead of the show, here's a look at the six First Nations designers who will be showcasing...
NIFA News
NIFA 2021 Nominations NOW OPEN!
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the National Indigenous Fashion Awards (NIFA) 2021!
Who will you nominate this year?
NIFA 2020 | Behind the Scenes
If you’ve watched the NIFA 2020 ceremony, then no doubt it’s brought on a smile and perhaps even a tear or two. Originally intended to be held as an in-person gala ceremony, COVID-19 had other plans, and so the inaugural NIFA like so many industry events this year, had to be reimagined. Here’s a glimpse at some of the action behind the scenes during filming up in the NT!
NIFA Screening in Darwin
While many of us across Australia were able to tune into the ceremony on screens, a lucky few were able to come together to celebrate in person at the Darwin Convention Centre.
Banner Image | Models wearing Bima Wear x Nobody Denim, backstage at Country to Couture 2021, Photo by Timothy Hillier.