The Fashion Council of New Zealand was founded in 2018 in response to numerous appeals from within the fashion sector for a unified body to advocate for all facets of the country's fashion industry. Co-founded by Tania Walters and Caitlan Mitchell, it embodies Peter Mitchell's lifelong dedication to fostering connections within the industry.
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OUR NEWS
- A World of Opportunity for New Zealand RetailFor New Zealand retailers, international opportunity does not always mean taking a local brand offshore. Sometimes it means looking in the other… Continue reading A World of Opportunity for New Zealand Retail
- Turning Global Exposure into Stronger Industry DecisionsBefore a garment reaches a rack, runway, or campaign, an entire industry works behind it. People develop textiles, manufacture garments, create trims… Continue reading Turning Global Exposure into Stronger Industry Decisions
- Why Trade Buyer Exposure Matters for New Zealand FashionNew Zealand may be a small, geographically isolated retail market, but that doesn't mean its stores or customers should miss out on… Continue reading Why Trade Buyer Exposure Matters for New Zealand Fashion
- Why Fashion InStyle 2025 Mattered for Local FashionNew Zealand fashion has a strong creative identity, but creativity alone does not protect the industry from becoming commercially isolated. For designers,… Continue reading Why Fashion InStyle 2025 Mattered for Local Fashion
- FCNZ Leads Delegation to Fashion InStyle 2025The Fashion Council of New Zealand (FCNZ) is proud to announce its continued partnership with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC),… Continue reading FCNZ Leads Delegation to Fashion InStyle 2025
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Membership is free, with members drawn from across the fashion, supplier, education, training, textile, service and retail sectors.
Membership provides access to networking, industry insights and our international professional network to develop or enhance business collaborations. Membership means you are part of the fashion community in New Zealand and gives you a voice to lobby, network, and collaborate.
The Fashion Council of New Zealand supports both established and emerging designers, suppliers, and retailers.