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On one level, the World of WearableArt is the most lavish catwalk show in the world. On another level, it’s an art exhibition blown up to epic proportions. And on yet another level, it’s theatre at its finest; it’s as close as New Zealand gets to Broadway.
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Sam Brooks
The Spinoff

Six worlds, six themes

Each year there are six section themes for designers to be inspired by when entering the competition. This includes three recurring sections; Aotearoa, Avant-garde and Open, and an additional three sections which are unique to each annual competition.

Aotearoa

Aotearoa

Avant-garde

Avant-garde

Open

Open

Air

Air

Myths & Legends

Myths & Legends

Neon

Neon

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2023

Section themes

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Supreme winner of the year

Earthling

Gill Saunders

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New Zealand

Earthling is the third and final piece in a wearable art trilogy by Saunders and takes its inspiration from the rising popularity of adult colouring book. Promoting mindfulness in a “world under increasing stress”, Earthling celebrates earth’s natural wonders in a fun, vibrant, and beautifully crafted garment made from EVA foam, acrylic paint, and wire.

Earthling, Gill Saunders, New Zealand

2023 Award winners

International Design Award: United Kingdom & Europe

Wētā Workshop Emerging Designer Award