World of WearableArt
16
February
2026
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2026 World of WearableArt Show
A world renowned wearable art experience, where an annual design competition culminates in a spectacular show combining theatre, art, fashion, music & performance.
tickets on sale 24 March
17 Sept - 4 Oct 2026
TSB Arena Wellington
Wow is an
Explosion of creativity
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To take art off the wall and out of static display. To adorn the body in wildly wonderful ways. To celebrate creativity in a lavish and unique on-stage spectacular that will <text-colour-gold>inspire us all.<text-colour-gold>
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Dame Suzie Moncrieff
WOW Founder
New Zealand's Largest
theatrical Spectacle
17 Sept - 4 Oct 2026 | TSB Arena, Wellington NZ
The WOW Show is an unforgettable experience where the boundaries of arena spectacle, live music, dance, aerial choreography, and world-class wearable art are pushed to the extreme.
the heart of WOW
WearableArt Competition
WOW showcases works of wearable art created by designers from across the globe. Each garment seen on stage is a finalist in our internationally renowned wearable art competition. WOW offers an opportunity to express innovation, originality and to push the boundaries of creativity on a world stage.
Previous Winners
Each year, winners of WOW Awards are added to an incredible collection of garments. Browse through our digital collection of groundbreaking wearable art. Read about the designers and the inspiration behind their art.
Tsukumogami
Dawn Mostow & Ben Gould
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United States
2025
Curves Ahead
Grace DuVal
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United States
2024
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Earthling
Gill Saunders
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New Zealand
2023
Wanton Widow
Kate MacKenzie
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New Zealand
2022
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The Lady Warrior
Rinaldy Yunardi
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Indonesia
2019
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