For more than 35 years, finalists in the World of WearableArt (WOW) Competition have captivated audiences at the annual WOW Show in Wellington, New Zealand. The event celebrates the fusion of art, design, fashion, and performance, offering designers a global platform to showcase their work and join an international creative community. The competition invites creators to push boundaries and craft extraordinary wearable artworks.
Each year, six themes are introduced to inspire creators. Three of these are recurring: Aotearoa, Avant-Garde, and Open. The remaining themes are unique to 2026: Metallic, Kinetic, and Bizarre Bra.
This year, there is also a series of live webinars, which will be recorded –
- 9th of December 2025, 12 PM New Zealand Time = GMT + 13 (It is tonight at 11 PM, Irish Time) – From Everyday to Extraordinary: Your Guide to Bizarre Bra
- 21st of January 2026, 6 PM New Zealand Time – Photography & Video: How to Capture Your Creation
The sign-ups for the webinars are here – https://www.worldofwearableart.com/content-hub/wow-webinars
There is an inspiring archive of past winners on the website – https://www.worldofwearableart.com/explore/wearableart-archive
The application deadline for designers outside of New Zealand is the 12th of February, 2026.
For more information, visit WOW’s website – https://www.worldofwearableart.com/competition/entry-information
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