Memorable moments at Australian fashion week

Memorable moments in Australian Fashion Week history

Do you remember when ksubi sent rats down the runway? Or Josh Goot’s first collection? How about when Eva Herzigova donned a $500,000 pearl bikini to launch Tigerlily’s first runway show in 2001?

Since Australian Fashion Week launched in 1995 there have been myriad unforgettable shows, models and events… here we pinpoint our top nine most memorable AFW moments…

BACK

UP DOWN

Mercedez Benz Fashion Week Australia was launched in 1995. In its debut year the event featured shows by Australian designers such as Akria Isogawa, Alex Perry and Wayne Cooper.
UP DOWN

Dita Von Teese was a guest of honor in 2007. She gave a sexy performance which featured her straddling a giant MAC lippy.
UP DOWN

Eva Herzigova donned a $500,000 pearl bikini to launch Tigerlily’s first runway show in 2001.
UP DOWN

In 1997 supermodel Linda Evangelista strutted down the catwalk in an Alex Perry wedding dress. The moment helped to put Aussie fashion week on the map and was a career highlight for the designer.
UP DOWN

Kristy Hinze touted a very different kind of accessory in 2001. The models shimmering swimwear was teamed with a slithering diamond python, naturally.
UP DOWN

In 2006 Josh Goot produced a standout collection which proved he was a fashion force here to stay.
UP DOWN

Ksubi made sure no one would forget their 2001 collection when they unleashed rats down the runway.
UP DOWN

Ksubi didn’t fail to live up to runway expectations in 2005. The florescent collection was shown under strobes and blacklight.
UP DOWN

Dion Lee always delivers with his inspiring and creative collections and this 2010 show was no different. The young designer has chosen not to show a this year’s fashion week which has left many Aussie fashionistas disappointed.

Madison Gallery Large

Memorable moments in Australian Fashion Week history

Visit Our Sister Sites