New Zealand Fashion Week is being refreshed after three years away from the catwalk. 

Starting today Kiwi designers will have their talent showcased across more than 50 runway shows, talks, and workshops. 

Owner Feroz Ali told Kate Hawkesby this time round there's greater opportunity for the public to see work from a more diverse pool of designers. 

Ali says there are a lot more indigenous and emerging designers coming through.  

He says the new talent will be shepherded by stewards like Kate Sylvester, who is celebrating 30 years in the local industry. 

The event is partnering with Ngāti Whātua. 

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