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Westfield Style Pasifika 2005
Deadline : 15th July 2005
INTRODUCTION:
Westfield Style Pasifika is New Zealand's major fashion award show. It has firmly established itself as an annual unique and iconic New Zealand event that celebrates the cultural diversity and creativity of our nation.
Westfield Style Pasifika is an exciting and vibrant tribute to New Zealand's South Pacific geography and Auckland's unique position as home to 250,000 Pacific Island people, making it the largest Polynesian city in the world.
Westfield Style Pasifika is one of the largest indigenous cultural fashion events in the world, and New Zealands foremost Pacific fashion extravaganza. It is an event, which blends Pacific-inspired fashion, music and dance into a spectacular 2-hour showcase. With international interest now growing in all things Pacific, Westfield Style Pasifika highlights the fashion and entertainment talent that makes this region of the world so special.
Now in its 12th year it is supported by the non-profit Pasifika Fashion & Arts Trust and produced by Drum Productions Ltd. For the last seven years one of the founding members of the trust, Stan Wolfgramm has been the producer/ artistic director of the Style Pasifika event. Style Pasifika began in 1993 as a joint venture between Auckland City and the South Pacific Islands Nations Development Association (S.P.I.N.D.A.)
Today the 10 categories of the show reflect the uniqueness of Westfield Style Pasifika: Painted Body Art; Traditionally Inspired; Asia Pasifika; Pasifika Hero; Pasifika 3-Piece Collection; Urban Pasifika Streetwear; Pasifika Menswear; Pasifika Evening Wear; Pasifika Bridal; and Parent and Child.
Westfield Style Pasifika is a geographical reference to what is distinctive and special to this region of the world. The show encompasses garments, cultural performances and Pacific pride. It is multicultural and inclusive of all communities making it a uniquely New Zealand show - 'like no other show on earth.'
Westfield Style Pasifika is now established as a major annual event on national and international calendars.
DESIGN CATEGORIES: GUIDELINES
PASIFIKA BODY ART / PAINTED ONLY
Produce a statement of art to adorn nature's canvas - the skin! Using paint or pens create a contemporary pacific design for prejudging by acclaimed pacific artists. Please supply a paper drawn example of your design showing how the front and back images will look on a body.
*Note: There will be two performances Thurs 1st & Fri 2nd September where you must showcase your work. We prefer that you supply your own model. A $75 fee towards cost of materials will be awarded to artists selected as finalists.
TRADITIONALLY INSPIRED
Any garment that has been born from a traditional idea or vision. Perhaps a dress made from flax or coconut fiber. It's up to you - be creative, be imaginative while keeping tradition in mind.
ASIA PASIFIKA
As much a part of the pacific are the peoples and cultures of Asia. As contributors to the cultural diversity of New Zealand let the flavours of Asia mix with those of the pacific to produce a unique blend of Asia Pasifika style. Allow yourself to be influenced by all things Asian under the skies of our pacific nation.
3 PIECE COLLECTION: GARMENTS FOR THE DAY
In times gone by traditional pacific day wear garments were highly influenced by religious values giving birth to the Puletasi, Lava lava and Mu'u mu'u. This section requires designers to submit three garments. Incorporate a common factor, maybe a print or a colour, it's entirely up to you. Define your own boundaries, be inventive and creative. Your three garments will make up a collection.
PASIFIKA HERO
Go for it! Who better to epitomise Pasifika Style. Celebrate the design flair of NZ's gay community. Remember the theme is Pasifika Hero. This is a night on the town with the heros of the Pacific!
*Note: (Preferable that you supply your own Hero model.)
URBAN PASIFIKA STREET WEAR
Funk it up for 2005. Garments for today's urban Pacific bruthas and sisters. Take it to the streets with Style Pasifika.
PASIFIKA MENS WEAR
Whether it's Pacific in style, fabric or content. Be it streetwear, casual, dress or sporty. As long as it's Pasifika male it'll look great in this section.
PASIFIKA EVENING WEAR
A garment of style, chic, and class. This section is for designs with a Pasifika feel, look or fabric for the Pacific man or woman to enjoy the evening hours in elegance.
PASIFIKA BRIDAL
Perhaps a single entry or a bridal party - the choice is yours. Combine the romance of that special garment with the passion of the pacific to create your garment.
PARENT AND CHILD
One parent and one child in matching garments. Whether it's Sunday best, traditional or casual wear, it's up to you. Share the moment together in clothing that reflects the bond of a parent and child.
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
STEP (1)
Entry Form A must be completed and mailed by Friday 15th July 2005 for inclusion to:
Westfield Style Pasifika
P.O. Box 91782
Auckland Mail Centre
Auckland, New Zealand
With (non-refundable) entry/ administration fee of $35 (GST inclusive) per garment entry. Additional entry forms available on request or original may be xeroxed.
*Note: (One entry in 3 piece collection section denotes 3 garments but just 1 entry so only one fee of $35 applies.)
STEP (2)
Entry Form B is to be attached to each garment, and must arrive on either Thursday 4th, Friday 5th or Saturday 6th August 2005 by own drop off or courier to:
Westfield Style Pasifika
Westpoint Performing Arts Centre
Motions Rd, Western Springs
Auckland, New Zealand
(Look out for the sign and long driveway opposite the Zoo.)
Between 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Important! Do not drop off garments outside of these hours, as we will not have staff there to receive them. We take no responsibility for garments dropped off outside of these hours.
*Note: (Pacific Body Art drawings must arrive at this time for prejudging.)
There is no restriction on the number of entries submitted. All entry form details must be filled out. A photo and relevant details on how the garment is to be worn
MUST be included with your garment.
CLOSING DATE
Entry Form A must be received by Friday 15th July 2005.
All garments with Entry Form B must be received by Saturday 6th August 2005.
JUDGING
Garments will be judged on originality, innovation, creativity, workmanship and Pasifika style. All entries will be considered by the judging panel at the preliminary judging on 13th of August 2005. Style Pasifika crew and judges only will be present. Finalists will be selected for final judging and presentation at the Westfield Style Pasifika show in September 2005. The judges retain the right to reclassify garments and recommend accessories. The decision of the judges is final and no correspondence will be entered into. Unsuccessful entrants will be notified by mail. Garments will be available for collection on Saturday 3rd September between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm at the:
Westpoint Performing Arts Centre,
Motions Road
Western Springs
Auckland (opposite the Zoo).
Or returned by courier if you have included the fee to do this.
Note (important!)
Exhibitors must sew a fabric label or mark clearly on each entry and accessories the following details: - Your name, address, category entered and title of garment. This must be visible, not inside pockets and not visible on the outside of the garment. Westfield Style Pasifika will not take responsibility for unlabelled work.
PRIZES
Westfield Style Pasifika Supreme Award
Runner-up $2000
Westfield Business Scholarships
INSURANCE
It is each entrants responsibility to insure their property if they wish. Westfield Style Pasifika will take all possible care with the garments and or accessories under their control, but they take no responsibility for loss or damage to these items.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATION FOR WORK SUBMITTED
Please consider that the garments you submit are for public display on a large catwalk. They should be complete as a total concept i.e. if entering a skirt there must also be an accompanying top. Their structure must be able to cope with several fittings and fast performance changes.
PRIZES
Westfield Style Pasifika Supreme Award
Runner-up $2000
Westfield Business Scholarships
$1000 to each of the 10 category winners
Click here for the Entry Form
For more information : www.stylepasifika.co.nz
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