Proving that boldness doesn’t require colour, sculptural silhouettes, rich textures, and shadowy drama defined this ode to Melbourne’s enduring love affair with black.
Set beneath the iconic dome of the Royal Exhibition Building, a striking sculpture by Ryan Foote redefined the runway—flowing metal mesh, both suspended and grounded, shaping an immersive, visually powerful environment.
Evolving with each designer and show, the installation shifted through light, movement, and mood, delivering a distinct experience for every collection.
The runway became a living canvas.
Where fashion meets art, and the set becomes part of the story.
Black is more than a colour; it’s a cultural signature.
Runway Production @eventgallery
Stylist @jana_pokorny
Head Dresser/ Stylist Assistant @the_cmc_official
Runway Set Sculpture @ryan.l.foote
Choreographer @jsmith_productions
Showcaller @jono_somers
Music Director @blackscale_music
Audio Visual & Technical Production @harrythehirer_productions
Hair @brodieleerokstar@lorealpro_education_aus
Makeup @lancomeofficial@larasrokowski
Designers @akiraisogawa@blairarchibald@conilio.official@etalaustralia@gailsorronda@_hyph_n@_joteo_@nicolandford@strateascarlucci x @afl
Runway Contributors
@baredfootwear@noskin.co @stevemaddenau@ninewestaus
@kitte_au@neverneverjewellery@velvetandtonic@somewhere_here_now