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Hunter Schafer Wears Neon Upcycled NIHL to WIRED World Fair

The outfit highlights thrifted, crystal‑embellished design as a deliberate tactic to shape publicity for Blade Runner 2099.

Overview

  • At the WIRED World Fair in Miami, Hunter Schafer appeared in a neon NIHL look styled by Dara Allen that was published with Getty Images photo credit.
  • The ensemble paired a lime‑green hoodie covered in crystallized flowers with a pink‑and‑white striped skirt that was cut from a thrifted dress and bejeweled.
  • NIHL designer Neil Grotzinger, a New York‑based maker noted for repurposing vintage clothing into colorful, crystal‑embellished pieces, created the outfit from the label’s spring 2027 lineup.
  • The appearance continues a press‑tour pattern of vivid, runway‑sourced looks for Schafer, who previously wore a graphic Prada spring 2027 outfit while promoting the limited series.
  • The high‑visibility choice boosts exposure for upcycled fashion by placing thrifted, DIY embellishment in a mainstream promotional moment and may encourage similar styling choices on future publicity circuits.