Indigenous Fashion Projects (IFP) has announced the shortlist for the (NIFA), with a record number of collections set to hit the runway at Country to Couture.
There are more than 60 nominees for the NIFA's, and 23 labels selected to walk two packed shows at Country to Couture.
Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair Foundation’s Artistic Director and proud Eastern Arrernte visual artist, Shilo McNamee said First Nations fashion was becoming more and more in demand.
Mandy Malbunka, Iltja Ntjarra Many Hands Art Centre
"These events are recognised globally and in Australia’s Indigenous communities for celebrating and propelling designers to new heights, while maintaining an authentic and grassroots feel,” she said.
Cindy Rostron wears pieces from the A Beautiful Chaos collection by Kylie Caldwell in collaboration with spell. Photo by Marley Morgan.
The six NIFA winners will be announced as part of the sunset awards ceremony at Darwin’s Deckchair Cinema.
Country Road sponsors the Fashion Designer Award which offers the winner a 12-month industry mentorship.
Miimi & Jiinda's Burraaba (Unearth) Collection
