Supreme Winner + High Fashion: Minka Parker

"My design is an elegant corset dress with reversed pin tucks and hand-beaded embroidery, inspired by the Virgin Mary. Though not religious, I was drawn to her symbolism growing up in the Catholic Church. Mary represents feminine power and creation, yet is often undervalued—mirroring how society treats women today. The Sacred Heart embroidery highlights women's divinity, while the veil and its rose-and-cross motifs reflect the tension between societal expectations and personal beliefs. The rib-like pin tucks remind us that women are human, not just vessels, and the recurring rose pattern symbolizes strength and beauty despite judgment."

Streetwear: Maia Rambisheswar

"Denim’s timelessness lies in its adaptability—from workwear in the 1920s to fashion staples like bell bottoms and skirts across decades. My dress began as second-hand jeans worn by women nationwide, and I preserved their authenticity by incorporating pockets, labels, waistbands, and stitching. By repurposing these elements, I gave old denim new life in a chic, casual dress designed to be re-worn and never go out of style."

Streetwear: Lexie Lochhead

"I designed this streetwear piece to reflect a future where fashion is both a solution and a statement. Made from upcycled garments, it turns waste into resource, with built-in storage replacing accessories. Its layered, androgynous silhouette offers freedom of movement, climate adaptability, and modesty—perfect for all bodies, including hijabis. Durable and raw, it challenges fast fashion with a conscious, inclusive alternative that proves style doesn’t have to compromise sustainability or cultural sensitivity. Through this design, I’m not just creating clothing—I’m helping reimagine the world we wear."

Cultural Fashion: Riti Chand

"My outfit is a personal expression of my Fijian-Indian heritage and my love for storytelling through fashion. I’ve designed a reversible lehenga that blends South Asian tradition with Pacifica influence. One side features box pleats with appliquéd masi flowers and Indian-inspired borders, while the other showcases tapa-printed pleats for a more cultural aesthetic. The corset-style bodice is structured with boning channels and covered in tapa fabric, accented by 3D masi flowers and coconut shell beads. A repurposed dupatta completes the look, making this garment a meaningful celebration of identity, sustainability, and creativity."

Avant Garde: Christine Woite

"This dress and accessory exemplify Avant-Garde fashion through their striking concept and artistic execution. Inspired by the cycle of humanity's rise and fall, the design reflects the destruction of Earth and the return of life to nature. Draping mimics the spine, while mushroom-like elements emerge from the form, symbolizing decay and regeneration. The piece transforms this narrative into wearable art, challenging conventional beauty and celebrating the eerie elegance of transformation."

Timelessness: Halle McPherson

"This design reimagines timelessness as the endurance of an idea, not just a classic look. Inspired by the "lionheart" archetype, it blends the elegance of a fencer with the strength of medieval armor. A slim, double-breasted denim jacket and tapered jeans feature articulated panels at joints, echoing protective gear. Red topstitching and scarlet accessories give the modern knight a bold identity, merging tradition with contemporary style."

Supreme Winner 2024/Throwback Fashion: Halle McPherson

"I’ve designed a kilt and jacket inspired by the punk movement of the ‘70s. Kilts and tartan were worn at the time as a reference to Scottish rebels, so I created my kilt sewing pattern after my own family kilt. The punk movement was all about pushing against fashion norms of the previous generation. An example of this would be a tailored versus a baggier silhouette, like seen in my jacket design. Punk fashion was also very utilitarian and often included lots of industrial aspects like zips, studs, and D-rings. The straps of my jacket design create the illusion of a straitjacket, which combined with the industrial elements shock the observer. My jacket sends a statement of being restrained by mainstream fashion, at a time where fast fashion is the norm. Within the punk movement, clothes are used to protest and show individuality, which I believe I have successfully achieved."

High Fashion: Emma Thompson

"My design is an elegant two piece set with a flowing maxi skirt complimenting the structured corset, made and designed from block instructions. The pearl bodice that wraps around the top of the dress adds an element of class and elegance whilst still remaining unique and sophisticated. This high fashion garment perfect for the red carpet, would be best suited to glamourous events."

Pictured: Emma holds a frame of this beautiful design, sadly lost in a fire a week prior to the awards event.

Avant Garde: Sara Yao

"This Avant-Garde design is innovative and experimental—while also being aesthetically pleasing. It displays an aquatic perennial: the lotus flower, along with glass beads dripping down in a water-droplet-like way onto a soft plush leaf. It is designed in a juxtaposing manner with a 3D lotus on the torso instead of 2D, and the dome shape of the base dress. There are unconventional shapes incorporated, which when the elements all come together, creates a smooth flowing silhouette. My design tells a narrative and showcases a tranquil moment frozen in time. The blend between the two contrasting ideas of nature being conceptualised into modernity, constructs a dystopian feel which further contributes it to the category of Avant-Garde."

Streetwear: Freya Mercer-Moehammad

"My design is a nightlife-intended outfit created for anyone with an alternative edge wanting to hit the town on a night out. My first garment, a pleather trench coat, is both sophisticatedly stylish while still emitting a gritty, dark nature within; made with animal-friendly pleather opposed to leather for those wishing to remain proactive against the environmental impacts of animal cruelty. My second garment is a short lace dress. Alluring yet comfortable, this piece uses a soft, gothic lace fabric with empire-styled thicker layers over the breasts for modesty. The semi-see-through style of this dress ensures wearers are both able to confidently show off their shape while still maintaining an air of mystery and protection. Put together, these garments form a cohesive dark-inspired outfit perfect for the streetwear’s night style while also maintaining the core of what streetwear is all about; looking good while feeling comfortable."

Cultural: Toetujoetina Lilo

"My design uses siapo, a cloth from mulberry bark, and the traditional Samoan fala (mat). Rooted in my Samoan heritage, it also incorporates repurposed clothing for sustainability. Inspired by Nafanua, the Samoan goddess of war, this garment represents her strength and fierceness, embodying the spirit of the Samoan women who raised me. It reimagines her war attire, known as kipuka blending traditional and modern elements."

Supreme Winner 2023/Streetwear: Tobias Beaumont

"In my mind streetwear is about re-interpreting the use of clothing... Whether that be through textiles proportion, or gender stereotypes, streetwear is about interpreting clothing in your own way. I have created a garment using styles and sewing techniques typically used on womenswear and created a man’s garment. Drawing inspiration from both trendy street fashion and elegant evening wear to create this unique garment that challenge norms of streetwear fashion" 

High Fashion: Minka Parker

"This high fashion design is intended to capture the essence of girlhood with a sense of elegance. It contains elements of spring but also displays freedom and joy through the light colours and pattern of the dress. The use of flowers in the detail represent femininity"

Sustainability: Dvon Ratima

"Striving for a completely sustainable garment, my design in constructed using ONLY previously worn clothing. These garments are pieces that have come from my family’s wardrobes, worn items that are now too small, ripped or broken in some way. Resources spent constructing this garment come to a grand total of zero dollars"

Open Design: Nikita Lee

"I have created a garment that is flexible in its design concept, dressed-up for high fashion or dressed down for urban beach wear. I strongly believe in sustainable fashion, and have only used repurposed fabrics. I am greatly influenced by designers like Alexander McQueen (especially his iconic Oyster dress) and Vivienne Westwood. My final design will draw on inspiration from the free-flowing forms of mermaids. I hope to further develop this concept and create a bold linear statement with whimsical and fairytale undertones, evoking the magical moment when the 'little mermaid' transforms into sea foam"

We're Talking, Are You Listening: Amelia Smith

"I’ve used the idea of pushing boundaries when it comes to concepts that previously were male or female dominated to create a garment that can be considered as gender fluid. My design consists of a skirt and a cropped button up top. The skirt combines the ‘masculine’ trait of tailoring with the ‘feminine’ style of the skirt, and the top has words printed all into the fabric. Words such as SEXUALITY and UNIQUE. Words that relate to my issue and inspire people to wear who they think they are without judgement from society"

Best Model: Briana Budileanu

Briana designed and modelled her garment. "I’ve made my dress with glamorous, shiny satin, as it drapes beautifully, hugging and accentuating the figure. With a regal hue, the purple tones evoke a sense of majesty and mystery and gives off an air of sophistication. Its delicate drapery cascades gracefully around the wearer's form, bestowing elegance and luxury"