This podcast is brought to you by New Zealand Fashion Week and Viva, designed just for you. Hosted by the fabulous Sammy Salsa (@sammysalsastyle), consider this your front row seat to fashion’s hottest conversations. 

In this episode, we talk to Dan Ahwa (@danahwa) and Courtney Joe (@courtneyjoe_) about the processes behind styling and curating some of NZ’s most iconic images, and how they convey meaning through constructing looks.

Dan recommends Waikato-based soft-sculptor and textile artist Pepi-Joy Gilgen and Courtney’s recommendation is @emmagleason’s substack Crust. 

New Zealand Fashion Week is on from the 17th - 22nd of August at Auckland’s Shed 10, with runway shows and offsite presentations happening all week around Auckland. NZFW is a celebration of design, creativity and culture and the best way to get up close and personal with the New Zealand fashion industry. 

Tickets are available here: New Zealand Fashion Week | Tickets 

Find us on Instagram at @nzfashionwk 

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Special thanks to furniture partner Darby & Grey for providing the Arlo Armchair.