Auckland’s most stylish inner-city stores and spaces are coming alive for 4 Days of Fashion in the City. Head along to a runway show, live performance, or exhibition and make the most of in-store specials and chances to receive fashion advice.
Uncover an Icon
An exhibition at the New Zealand Fashion Museum shines a light on couturier Bruce Papas, who created garments of great beauty over his 40-year career. A Certain Style: Bruce Papas offers fascinating insight into the Auckland designer, who made dresses for Flora Mackenzie's Ninette Gowns, was head designer at Milne & Choyce and had his own salon, Staevro Gowns.
When: March 19 - April 1 Where: Level 6, Smith & Caughey's
Sharpen Up
Visit Barkers on Friday evening to get fresh for the weekend at Fashion in the City's Groom Room. They offer free and half-price haircuts and shaves along with live music, beverages and snacks. Bring along clothing to recycle and also receive an instore discount. Next door Merchant Man is also taking part, with complimentary shoe shines, craft beer and sports-match tickets up for grabs.
An Evening With Barkers, March 23, 5-7pm, 1 High St.
Merchant Man Shoe Shine, March 21-24, 2 High St.
To Market
Because everyone loves a designer bargain, head to the Designer Garage Sale Market across two days in Freyberg Place. There will be items from local designers and retailers including Checks, Strangely Normal, Flo & Frankie and more.
When: March 23, 11am-9pm, March 24, 10am-4pm Where: Freyberg Place
Snap Happy
Have fun getting creative with Gorman's eclectic range of prints, your friends and a Polaroid camera. There will also be bubbles on hand and it's a good chance to browse Gorman's bright new arrivals after hours.
When: March 23 Where: 16 High St
Street Style
Auckland designer Ingrid Starnes will present her autumn/winter 2018 collection 'Harmonies No.18' in a runway show that travels right down the cobbled lane of O'Connell Street to Vulcan Lane.
When: March 23, 7pm Where: O'Connell St
Song Bird
LA-based New Zealand singer-songwriter Chelsea Jade will perform live on Fort St for those who need a break from shopping. She's on stage directly after rock 'n' roll band Racing.
When: March 24, 1-2.30pm Where: Fort St
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