IMG Withdraws from Australian Fashion Week, Leaving Event's Future Uncertain
The exit of IMG from Australian Fashion Week after nearly 20 years puts the annual event in a state of limbo, with its continuation in 2025 yet to be confirmed.
- IMG has announced it will no longer manage Australian Fashion Week or the Australian Fashion Laureate, ending its involvement after two decades.
- The Australian Fashion Council is set to lead discussions on the future of the event, exploring new ways to showcase local talent.
- The decision leaves the 2025 Australian Fashion Week, previously scheduled for May, without a confirmed organizer or sponsor.
- Notable designers like Zimmermann and Akira Isogawa have used the event as a launchpad for international success, highlighting its importance to the industry.
- The withdrawal reflects broader challenges in the fashion industry, including economic pressures and shifting dynamics in event sponsorship and participation.
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