Meet the Designers of TFF 2026
Step into the future of Australian fashion at Toowoomba Fashion Festival 2026. This year’s lineup is a celebration of bold vision, radical inclusivity, and the artistry driving fashion forward. Discover the designers who are redefining style, sustainability, and self-expression on our runway.
Sustainability meets glamour in Natalie Hamblin Designs. Using upcycled fabrics and household waste, Natalie crafts one-of-a-kind garments that tell a story of creativity, responsibility, and environmental respect. Image & Information provided by Natalie Hamblin
Designed by curves, for curves, Pear Collections offers timeless pieces tailored for pear-shaped and curvy bodies. Each launch—like the Button Blouse and Reversible Curve Dress—honours lived experience, body positivity, and the mission to help women love their bodies through fashion. Image & Information provided by Pear Collections
Fluid the Label is an emerging contemporary eveningwear brand from the Gold Coast, defined by elegant silhouettes and effortless sophistication. Each piece is crafted to empower and inspire, using consciously selected fabrics that embrace both strength and movement. Image and Information provided by Fluid The Label.
Avathletica reinvents medical scrubs and activewear with innovative design and technical flair. Nicole’s standout pieces challenge tradition, offering comfort, style, and a new vision for functional fashion on and off the runway. Image: David Luxton. Model: Zavannah
Born from a TAFE project, Lady Lili transforms luxury sleepwear into an accessible reality for all. With signature colours and custom sizing, every piece honours founder Ursula Evans’ journey from market stall to thriving label, ensuring everyone can stand out in style and comfort. Image provided by Designer
Nicole McNiven Corr brings a bold, modern twist to the classic Little Black Dress. Her collection fuses timeless elegance with fresh silhouettes, empowering women to feel confident and unforgettable at any event. Photo: Theresa Hall. Model: Zavannah
Where Italian artistry meets modern tailoring, House of Falcone’s Iconica collection is all about standing out. Expect bold fabrics, luminous textures, and silhouettes that redefine power dressing for every occasion. Images provided by designer.
Handcrafted in Australia, Sunbird Lingerie celebrates comfort, craftsmanship, and femininity. Inspired by the movement of flowers and frills, each piece honours the intimate relationship between lingerie and the woman who wears it.
Zinat Design brings a unique blend of elegance, charm, and colour. Mixing lace, denim, leather, and textiles, Zina Toth’s pieces are the ultimate dress style for every woman, celebrating individuality and chic confidence.
Inspired by Mediterranean travels, Bec Balshaw’s resort collection is designed for confident, chic young women. With floral elements and beaded details, her garments uplift and celebrate the female physique. Image provided by designer
House of Jaise is a gallery of moods—luxurious silks, vibrant prints, and playful resort looks. The Sunset Dreaming collection celebrates transformation, movement, and the beauty of self-expression. Photo by David Luxton. Model: Parnia.
Melbourne-based Vanshika Bhatnagar fuses edgy architecture with couture technique and upcycling. Her collection is a dialogue between past and present, empowering wearers through bold, structural statement pieces. Image provided by Designer
This collaboration unites KindHer Threads’ social impact styling with Juliana Doré’s sustainable repurposed formalwear. Together, they champion circular fashion, creativity, and the empowerment of women through conscious design.
MALAN’s Ugát (Roots) collection turns garments into canvases, hand-painted to honour Filipino heritage and resilience. Every piece is wearable art, supporting education and telling stories of hope.
Violent Mediocrity is for those who refuse to shrink or dilute their identity. Each piece is emotional armour, protecting those who know that confidence is not aggression, but a celebration of self-worth.
A mother-daughter brand, Her & I crafts timeless linen and cotton pieces for real life. Designed for longevity, their garments are about honest materials, thoughtful design, and celebrating individuality through slow fashion. Images provided by designer
Slowe redefines upcycling with one-of-a-kind pieces inspired by bush childhoods and the beauty of imperfection. Each creation is a celebration of slow fashion, individuality, and giving textiles a second life.
Stirling & Truffles pushes the envelope with runway collections that transform leather into wearable art. Their innovative designs blend sustainability, craftsmanship, and bold creativity—proving that ethical fashion can be both striking and impactful.