Melbourne Fashion Week events that are putting inclusivity centre stage

Plus-size fashion enthusiasts will love the Rialto Melbourne Dining Runway. Featuring Harlow and renowned plus-size model Suzie Stevens, the Rialto Melbourne Dining Runway is the place to go to see size inclusivity on the runway. 

Other labels featured include: Collective Closets, Coreprêt, Joslin, Kuwaii, Micky In The Van, Pfeiffer, Torannce, We are Kindred and Vow Studio.

Food and fashion come together for a runway and dining event not to be missed. 

Returning for another year, the Modest Fashion Runway is a unique event presenting contemporary fashion brands and modest options on the runway followed by a panel discussion with leading industry creatives. 

This event allows established and emerging designers the opportunity to showcase their looks direct to their target audience. It also allows the opportunity to demonstrate the versatility of modest fashion.

Streaming live from New York, the Non-Gendered and Unisex Apparel webcast will discuss defining differences and goals for unisex and gender-neutral apparel. Presented by Holmesglen Institute and global fashion innovations company Alvanon, this live stream is an opportunity for those wanting to understand how 3D technology can support fitting and sizing to ensure customer satisfaction.

Trading Blak is a collective of Aboriginal businesses working together to empower mob to succeed on their own terms.

Check out the Trading Blak Pop-Up Shop at Fed Square and purchase from Aboriginal designers including Kiya Watt, Take Pride Movement, Nungala Creative and Kakadu Tiny tots.