Indigenous Fashion Project makes their mark at the Osaka World Expo
The Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair Foundation’s Indigenous Fashion Projects program has taken to the world stage at Expo 2025 Osaka to further strengthen cultural, business and investment ties with Japan and other Asian countries in the fashion industry.
The Osaka World Expo provided an international platform for Darwin Aborigina.l Art Fair (DAAF) to establish key connections within the Japanese fashion industry to establish future collaborations, retail opportunities and increased visibility in the Japanese market.
Indigenous Fashion Projects (IFP) partnered with the Office of the Arts and the Australia Pavilion at Expo 2025 on 3-4 May.
The IFP delegation included 6 First Nations designers and 3 First Nations models together with the IFP team they presented a series of events that promote the Australian Indigenous fashion sectors including a groundbreaking panel discussion, a vibrant runway showcase, and business networking event.
Sammy Perry, Director of Events & Operations, DAAF Foundation, said the Osaka World Expo provides a strategic platform for IFP and the delegates to establish key connections within the Japanese fashion industry, supporting First Nations Australian designers and models to enter the market.
“By fostering cultural exchange and business connections in fashion we are deepening Australia’s relationship with Japan and creating new economic opportunities for First Nations designers.”
International trade is a key driver for the Northern Territory’s economic future. Participating in high-profile international events like World Expo 2025 Osaka demonstrates the Territory is a reliable partner in trade, investment, and development.
