- CENTRESTAGE is taking place at the Hong Kong Convention and
Exhibition Centre from 4 to 7 September, with free entry to both
industry buyers and the general public for the entire event for the
first time
- The fair features five zones, including the new Athleisure and
Circular Fashion zones, reflecting trends in sportswear and
sustainability respectively
- Record-breaking participation of more than 250 brands from 18
countries and regions, including prestigious and internationally
renowned labels, underscoring Hong Kong's status as Asia's creative
hub
- Renowned fashion designer Roksanda Ilini held a sharing session
today and Robert Wun will host a masterclass session tomorrow. He
will also showcase his design collection in an exclusive exhibition
zone
- A series of fashion shows will take centre stage, including the
Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show, which features a crossover between
film and fashion with Weeds on Fire director Steve Chan, showcasing
design pieces from four local designers
- The exhibition culminates with the Hong Kong Young Fashion
Designers' Contest on 7 September, with Masayuki Ino, founder and
designer of Japanese fashion brand doublet, serving as a guest
judge
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and
sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development
Agency (CCIDA), CENTRESTAGE began today at the Hong Kong Convention
and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and will put on a scintillating show
for attendees until 7 September. This edition of CENTRESTAGE sees a
significant milestone as, for the first time, the event welcomes
both industry buyers and the public free of charge for the entire
duration. Numerous fashion and accessory brands are helping to
offer a unique shopping experience for fashion enthusiasts from far
and wide. The fair allows brands to expand their business
connections and supports the growth of Hong Kong's creative
industries.
Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: "This
edition of CENTRESTAGE has shattered previous event records with
more than 250 participating brands from 18 countries and regions.
For the first time, this four-day exhibition welcomes the public
free of charge for its entire duration, alongside the Hong Kong
Watch & Clock Fair and Salon de TIME, with the goal of creating
synergies and advancing our local creative industries. Yesterday's
CENTRESTAGE ELITES featured a stunning show from internationally
renowned haute couture designer Robert Wun, attracting global
fashion buyers, pivotal figures in the local industry and fashion
enthusiasts, and helping to reaffirm Hong Kong's status as a
creative hub. Over the next four days the exhibition will help to
forge new business opportunities in the fashion industry and
energise our mega event economy at the same time."
Entering its ninth edition, CENTRESTAGE has become a hallmark event
for Asia-Pacific and international fashion, attracting renowned
global brands. Notable among the labels joining this year's event
are the eponymous brand of Robert Wun, who became the first Hong
Kong-born designer to grace the prestigious Paris Haute Couture
Fashion Week; renowned British brand ROKSANDA; sustainable luxury
fashion brand PATRICK McDOWELL; globally renowned French brand
BLVCK PARIS, which now has millions of social media followers; and
avant-garde Italian brand LH (LA HAINE INSIDE US).
The exhibition also presents a diverse array of brands from
Mainland China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea and India, as well as ASEAN
countries such as Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam and
European countries including Finland, Sweden and the United
Kingdom. Hong Kong also has a significant presence, showcasing
several brands for the first time, including MORAL, KnitWarm, Z I D
I, 35 Degrees, STELLAM, SWAZ Jewelry, LOVE BY THE MOON and
others.
The CENTRESTAGE exhibition area features five zones, including the
new Athleisure and Circular Fashion zones, reflecting trends in
sportswear and sustainability respectively, alongside the
Craftsmanship, Contemporary and Urban zones that each showcase
distinctive fashion design elements.
The HKTDC continues to invite buyers from around the world to
source at CENTRESTAGE, including major multi-brand stores such as
H. Lorenzo from the United States, Elevastor from France, VOO Store
from Germany, The Four-Eyed Limited from Japan, Beaker from South
Korea, and CLUB DESIGNER from Taiwan, and department stores
including Hankyu from Japan and Galeries Lafayette from France.
Embracing cross-disciplinary creativity and brand
collaborations
CENTRESTAGE features a series of captivating fashion shows for
industry professionals and the public. The show presented by Hong
Kong fashion platform FASHIONALLY today unveiled the latest
collections from five local designers, including CHARLOTTE NG
STUDIO, From Clothing Of, Lapeewee, IP Axis Studio and WHY.
Internationally acclaimed golf brand ASHWORTH has collaborated with
renowned Hong Kong designer Mountain Yam, debuting a collaborative
line of athleisure wear that rides the wave of sporting enthusiasm
ignited by the Paris Olympics.
Tonight's Fashion Hong Kong Runway Show presents a distinctive
blend of fashion and film, unveiling the latest collections from
four fashion brands: ANGUS TSUI, royksopp gakkai, selfFab., and Z I
D I. A fashion short film helmed by Steve Chan, director of Weeds
on Fire (winner of the 1st First Feature Film Initiative organised
by the CCIDA, formerly known as Create Hong Kong), will premiere
during the show, blending elements of cinema and the catwalk for an
extraordinary viewing experience. The fashion show will be
live-streamed on the CENTRESTAGE and Fashion Hong Kong websites,
Fashion Hong Kong's Instagram page, as well as the HKTDC's Facebook
page and YouTube channel, allowing audiences to enjoy the
experience live online or revisit after the show.
As a pivotal event in the Asia-Pacific fashion industry,
CENTRESTAGE will host iconic fashion shows from various regions,
including the "Greater Bay Area Fashion Fusion Show" organised by
Fashion Farm Foundation with the CCIDA as the Lead Sponsor; the
"Macao Fashion Parade" by the Macao Productivity and Technology
Transfer Center; the "Thai Designers' Showcase" by Thailand's
Department of International Trade Promotion; and the "Young
Knitwear Designers" Contest" from the Knitwear Innovation and
Design Society.
Fashion supremo Robert Wun hosts masterclass session
The grand opening show, CENTRESTAGE ELITES, featured a premiere
fashion show themed "Home Coming" from internationally acclaimed
fashion designer Robert Wun. The event was held last night at the
Hong Kong Palace Museum - the first fashion show to be held at this
iconic venue. The show offered a colourful spectacle that left a
deep impression on the audience. The entire show was live-streamed
across various online platforms and can be revisited on the
CENTRESTAGE website, as well as the HKTDC's YouTube channel and
Facebook, Instagram and Weibo pages. Tomorrow (5 September) from
3:30pm to 4pm, Mr Wun will host a masterclass sharing session,
offering insights into his remarkable journey in the realm of
fashion design. Members of the public can register in advance on
the exhibition's website to secure a spot, as seating is limited
and available on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition, the
exhibition features a zone dedicated to Mr Wun's work, showcasing
his latest design collections.
Spectacular fashion shows and top designers sharing success
stories
In addition to presenting a series of captivating fashion shows,
CENTRESTAGE serves as a platform for industry exchange and
discussions on the future development directions within the fashion
sector. Seminars and sharing sessions exploring fashion trends and
industry advancements are scheduled throughout the exhibition
period. Earlier today, British master designer Roksanda Ilini held
a sharing session and engaged with attendees on topics ranging from
her creative inspirations to exploring the path to brand success.
Her brand, ROKSANDA, has garnered international acclaim and been
worn by prominent figures such as American pop icon Lady Gaga,
former United States First Lady Michelle Obama and British royal
Kate Middleton. Tomorrow, the Laboratory for Artificial
Intelligence in Design (AiDLab) will delve into the utilisation of
artificial intelligence (AI) in fashion design, while on 7
September representatives from Redress and Advance Denim will share
insights on sustainable fashion industry practices.
CENTRESTAGE concludes with the highlight event, the Hong Kong Young
Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC), on 7 September. The competition
welcomes Masayuki Ino, founder and designer of Japanese fashion
brand doublet, as VIP judge alongside a panel of industry experts
who will select the winners in four categories: Champion, the
Excellence Award, Best Art Direction and My Favourite Collection.
Members of the public are invited to participate by casting their
vote online (https://bit.ly/YDC2024_Vote_Now) for the latter
category, with a chance to win one of five HK$2,000 Lee Gardens
Area e-gift coupons sponsored by Hysan Development.
AI virtual try-on experience, limited-edition fragrance and figures
for redemption
Hong Kong fencers have sparked a fencing craze in the city having
shone at the Paris Olympics. CENTRESTAGE has set up a fencing game
in the Athleisure zone, allowing participants to wield prop swords
and face off against AI fencers on screen, experiencing the thrill
of the sport. After visitors take photos, the system automatically
generates images of them wearing selected virtual outfits that are
available for downloading as mementos. What's more, fashion
enthusiasts can redeem limited-edition goodies onsite, such as a
fragrance specially blended for CENTRESTAGE by Taiwanese perfume
brand NAZO, and figures crafted in collaboration with Hong Kong's
trendy toy brand LeeeeeeToy.
CENTRESTAGE runs concurrently with the HKTDC Hong Kong Watch &
Clock Fair and Salon de TIME to offer attendees a diverse fashion
journey as they explore a wide range of branded clothing and
renowned timepieces. Visitors also have a chance to enter the
CENTRESTAGE X Watch & Clock lucky draw that takes place
throughout the event.
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CENTRESTAGE kicked off today at the Hong Kong Convention and
Exhibition Centre, with brands from around the world, including
many internationally renowned labels, unveiling their latest
collections at the four-day event.
Joining for the glittering spectacle at CENTRESTAGE ELITES were
(from left) Sophia Chong, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC,
Shirley Chan, Council Member of the HKTDC; Vivian Sum, Permanent
Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Government of the
HKSAR; Katherine Fang, Chairman of the HKTDC Garment Advisory
Committee; featured designer Robert Wun; Dr Peter K N Lam, Chairman
of the HKTDC; Eric Chan, Chief Secretary for Administration of the
Government of the HKSAR; Margaret Fong, Executive Director of the
HKTDC; Sunny Tan, Legislative Council Member; Raistlin Lau, Under
Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Government of the
HKSAR; and Winnie Tse, Deputy Secretary for Culture, Sports and
Tourism of the Government of the HKSAR; Patrick Yeung, CEO of the
Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce.
For the first time, CENTRESTAGE is opening its doors for four
consecutive days to both industry buyers and the general public,
with some brands offering visitors the chance to purchase
fashionable attire from around the world. Visitors can also redeem
limited-edition CENTRESTAGE goodies, including perfumes and models
from a trendy toy brand.
The first fashion show, FASHIONALLY Collection, featured five local
designer brands, including CHARLOTTE NG STUDIO, From Clothing Of,
Lapeewee, IP Axis Studio and WHY.
British master designer Roksanda Ilini hosted a sharing session,
engaging with participants and discussing the path to success in
the fashion world.
Websites
CENTRESTAGE: www.centrestage.com.hk
CENTRESTAGE buyer online registration: https://bit.ly/3WYjnNI
Fashion Hong Kong: https://www.fashionhongkong.com.hk/en
Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers' Contest (YDC):
www.fashionally.com/en
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About the HKTDC
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body
established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's
trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China,
the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and
business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions,
conferences and business missions to create business opportunities
for companies, particularly SMEs, in the mainland and international
markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and
product information via trade publications, research reports and
digital news channels. For more information, please visit:
www.hktdc.com/aboutus.
About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency
(CCIDA)
The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)
established in June 2024, formerly known as Create Hong Kong
(CreateHK), is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) under
the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau to provide one-stop services
and support to the cultural and creative industries with a mission
to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate the
development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries.
Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups,
exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and cross-genre
collaboration, promoting the development of arts, culture and
creative sectors as industries under the industry-oriented
principle, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia's creative capital and
fostering a creative atmosphere in the community to implement Hong
Kong's positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international
cultural exchange under the National 14th Five-Year Plan.
CCIDA's website: www.ccidahk.gov.hk.
Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative
Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not
otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings,
conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events
(or by members of the project team) are those of the project
organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of
the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports
and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries
Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the
CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee.
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