The New Guard

Thursday 15 October
7pm

TE PAE | 6:30pm for a 7pm show

Venue Doors & Bar opens at 5:30pm

The New Guard Show returns to the CSFF schedule in 2026 - featuring some of New Zealands top contemporary fashion brands.

Curated by NZFW Creative Director Dan Ahwa, The New Guard brings together some of the most exciting contemporary designers shaping the next chapter of New Zealand fashion.

Showcasing fresh perspectives, distinctive creative voices and a new generation of talent, The New Guard offers a snapshot of fashion in Aotearoa right now - considered, confident and constantly evolving.

Featuring Harris Tapper, REBE, Rhoda Nunn, Awatea, Longform and more, this is a chance to discover the designers making their mark and defining what comes next.

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