Millinery Australia is proud to host a Gala Evening showcasing innovative design and handcrafted millinery from our fellow and student members. Lovers of millinery and fashion will have a fantastic opportunity to view work by established and emerging milliners in a unique, historic venue. This year’s Design Award theme is ‘ENCHANTED’ The Student Award theme… Continue Reading»
Geelong Fashion Fortnight A PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival Initiative WHERE: Geelong Library and Heritage Centre, 51 Littte Malop Street, Geelong WHEN: February 14 – 28, 2026 OPENING HOURS: Daily: 9am – 5:30pm and Wednesdays: Open until 8pm COST: This is a FREE exhibition About the Exhibition Fantasy or fashion? Many hats are crafted with a… Continue Reading»
WORLD HAT WALK 2026 Following the incredible success of the inaugural World Hat Walk in 2024, this year’s event is set to be even more spectacular with over twice the number of cities participating globally. On (DATE TBA) we come together to celebrate the artistry of millinery – from professional milliners and vintage fashion aficionados… Continue Reading»
The annual Millinery Australia student award is open to hat lovers worldwide. The theme for this year’s Student Award is ‘CURIOSITY’ Whether you are a student of millinery, enrolled in a fashion-related course, a high school, college or university student, or taking workshops for your own enjoyment, you are still welcome to enter our competition, as long… Continue Reading»
Join Millinery Australia as we celebrate the 11th year of our Design Award competition. The theme for this year’s Design Award is ‘ENCHANTED’ The 2026 Millinery Australia Design Award is open to all eligible members, with the exception of student members. This year’s theme explores the intersection of nature, imagination and emotion, where reality softens… Continue Reading»
This calendar of millinery competitions and regional shows is provided as a general guide only. Please refer to the links included for full event details, dates and entry information. February March/April June/July August September November
