Manchester Fashion Week is returning this September, with a mission to “revolutionise” how we think about the future of fashion.
It’s been a decade since the event has taken place in the city and this “rebirth” is being spearheaded by Carry Somers, founder of global movement Fashion Revolution and Safia Minney, MBE, award-winning social entrepreneur and founder of People Tree, a pioneer of sustainable and fairtrade fashion.
Organisers say it comes at a pivotal moment in the £12bn sector, which faces challenges around sustainability, technology and cultural relevance.
“Manchester has always led – in music, in manufacturing, in movements. And now, it’s time to lead again by future-proofing fashion from the ground up,” explained Gemma Gratton, Executive Producer, of Manchester Fashion Week.
“Manchester Fashion Week is not just a celebration of style, but a cultural catalyst for people, purpose, and progress.”
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Running from 9th-11th September, it will feature emerging designers and established brands, tracing a path from historic Mancunian mills to contemporary catwalks.
The event is supported by media partner Eco Age.
“Manchester is Britain’s fashion mecca. Where else do you go where everyone walks around as if they are always on a catwalk?” stated John Higginson, CEO, of Eco Age.
“But there is a fight between crappy flimsy fast fashion and the beautiful things you want to keep forever. Manchester Fashion Week is all about future fashion – forever fashion.”
It will focus on 3 different themes – Heritage & Future-Proof, Health & Wellness and Tech & Innovation.
The main events will be centred around St. John’s, with its official hub set in the newly refurbished Campfield.
