Emerging Designers Take Centre Stage
An electrifying night of fashion, live drumming, and bold new talent lighting up the Gold Coast runway.
May 3rd 2025: On Friday night, the Gold Coast came alive with creativity and culture as the Queensland Arts and Fashion Festival (QAFF) presented its highly anticipated Next Gen Runway. The event spotlighted rising stars of the fashion industry, delivering a showcase of daring design, vibrant textures, and diverse aesthetics that pushed the boundaries of contemporary style.
The runway featured fresh and fearless collections from emerging designers including Esva x Bella, Clarity by Brooke, Esher Ray, Lester, Montgomery & Co, Lucy Bullock, Avathletica, Fluid, Mel Fashion Journey, Vanshika, and Riley Colquist.
From fluid silhouettes and statement accessories to eco-conscious materials and bold prints, each collection offered a unique glimpse into the future of fashion.
Adding to the high-energy atmosphere, powerful live drumming performances by Elliott Orr between shows filled the room with rhythm and intensity, while a carefully curated soundtrack elevated every step on the runway. The production merged style with sound to create a truly immersive fashion experience.
Gold Coast photographer Tito Media was on the ground capturing every moment—from pre-show glam and model line-ups to the striking looks that made their way down the runway. Our full gallery from the QAFF Next Gen Runway will be available on our website.
See all the photos from QAFF Next Gen Runway 2025 - click here!
