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JUDGES ANNOUNCED 📢 Introducing the esteemed line-up of judges and mentors for our 2025 Talent Development Programme, who will be helping us recognise the emerging creatives defining the future of fashion. With diverse industry experience and perspectives, these experts have the enviable task of selecting and providing mentorship to finalists in our Talent Development Programme initiatives. National Designer Award x David Jones: Akira Isogawa, Bianca Spender, Bridget Veals, Caroline (Ralph) Ralphsmith, Chris Wilson, Clare Press, and Melissa Singer. National Graduate Showcase x Emporium Melbourne: Amy Wotton, Blair Archibald, Caroline (Ralph) Ralphsmith, Giulia Brugliera,  Karinda Mutabazi, and Toni Maticevski. Fashion Film Awards: Al Cossar, Beatrice Bloom, Caroline Pitcher, Clare Molesworth, Sarah Hickey, and Sarah Tutton. Fashion Writing Mentorship: Jane Rocca, Melissa Singer, and Rachelle Unreich. Don't miss your chance to work with this distinguished group - applications close 8 November. Submit your application via the following link: https://lnkd.in/gFxPkjUp PayPal #PayPalMFF

Looking for the perfect spot to host your end of year celebrations? Why not spend a night at the museum! Festival partner Museums Victoria is offering an exclusive opportunity to hold your next event in one of Melbourne’s most iconic venues. With availability at both Melbourne Museum and the Immigration Museum, all new events booked until 31 December 2024 will receive a complimentary cocktail for all guests on arrival. Your event will be nothing short of unforgettable with premium catering by the Fresh Collective and support from Museums Victoria’s expert operations team. Follow the link to find out more and get in touch with the Museums Victoria team: https://lnkd.in/gJpEh6xS

OPEN CALL FOR FIRST NATIONS DESIGNERS. Our First Nations Runway, curated by Mob In Fashion, is returning for 2025 and we’re looking for designers and artisans who are interested in showcasing their collections. Part of our Premium Runway Series, this opportunity opens new creative pathways and fosters the careers of talented First Nations creators, empowering them to shape the future of Australian fashion.  To be considered for this runway, please submit your expression of interest via the link below.

We’re back. Australia’s largest major fashion event where ANYTHING AND EVERYONE GOES. 22 Feb - 08 Mar 2025. 👽🕺🏽🎀🪐🎩🎸🪩🍸🛼 Our cast of creative campaign characters was captured by a stellar all-Victorian team:  Photography: Jordan Drysdale Styling: Emma Boseley - Hart & Co.  Hair: xeneb allen (Curly Siouxsie Hair) Makeup: Tahlia Formica Creative Direction: Bridget Herrick & Clare Molesworth Models:  Anastasía & Lezlie - Stone Street Agency Jane - People Agency Jorden & Karita - ICON Management Mirabai - Chadwick Models Featuring looks from: Alex Enticknap, Karla Laidlaw, ksubi, Lucina Babi, P.A.M., Reclaim the Label, Samuel Alejandro de Raadt, STRATEAS CARLUCCI, VICETA WANG and Wackie Ju. PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival 2025 is brought to you in partnership with our naming rights partner PayPal. Full 2025 programme and tickets coming soon! #PayPalMFF

Attention aspiring journalists 📝 Applications are now open for our 2025 Fashion Writing Mentorship. Part of our Talent Developement Programme, this initiative is a concrete pathway for aspiring fashion writers to gain real-world industry experience. Mentees will be handpicked by a distinguished panel of Australian journalists, granting three exceptional applicants the opportunity to be official 2025 Festival reporters. Submit your application via the link below. Applications close 8 Nov 2024. PayPal #PayPalMFF #PayPalpayin4

Recognising the emerging creatives defining the future of fashion 🌟 Applications for our 2025 Talent Development Programme are now open! The Programme is designed to deliver tangible industry mentorship, education, networking, retail opportunities, exposure and acknowledgement to the next generation of fashion designers and creative talent. Providing support through education, post-grad and early stages of business to help them build and sustain their craft and careers across four initiatives: * National Designer Awards x David Jones * National Graduate Showcase x Emporium Melbourne, supported by Fashion Journal * Fashion Film Awards * Fashion Writing Mentorship To submit your application follow the link below. PayPal #PayPalMFF #PayPalPayin4

SAVE THE DATE ❤️🔥 PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival returns 22 Feb - 08 Mar 2025. For those who like to be uber-organised, are travelling from outside of Melbourne and curate their outfits well in advance - consider this your six-month countdown! With special thanks to our naming rights partner PayPal, who is returning for the fourth consecutive year as part of a three-year commitment until 2027. Planning a trip to Melbourne? Secure your luxurious stay in the heart of the city with our hotel partner Langham Hotel Melbourne. Our full 15-day programme will be released later in 2024.  Subscribe for early access to tickets: https://lnkd.in/emPeF77w #PayPalMFF #PayPalpayin4

WE WANT YOU! 📣 Expressions of interest are now open for our 2025 Independent Programme. We're seeking events from local innovators, creatives, institutions and community organisations that explore the role of fashion in today's culture via diverse mediums including workshops, open studios, exhibitions, performances, independent runways, screenings, talks and more. In 2024, our Independent Programme featured over 80 unique events across Melbourne and regional Victoria, including a range of free events and many more under $100, making it easier than ever before for fashion lovers to access an array of fashion experiences. To be considered for our official 2025 Independent Programme, please submit your event via the link below. PayPal #PayPalMFF

Welcome back to ‘Off Duty’ 🌟 where we get to know the faces behind the Festival - on and off the job. Danielle Castano has been capturing the Festival from every angle since 2010. You may know her work from the epic backstage photos of our Premium Runways showcased across our socials and digital channels. Click to read as Dan shares insight into her world, her thoughts on support for creatives within the industry and some words of wisdom for budding photographers. #PayPalMFF #PayPalpayin4 PayPal

Introducing our new content series ‘Off Duty’ 🌟 Get to know the faces behind the Festival - on and off the job.  You may remember Bedi Othow radiant smile from our 2024 campaign, but she is so much more than just a pretty face. She's also a champion for diversity and inclusivity. Click to read as Bedi shares her thoughts on how the industry should evolve and gives us insight into her side hustle, DivTal, a HR consulting and training firm that supports organisations in cultivating diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplaces. #PayPalMFF #PayPalpayin4 PayPal