Exciting announcement: Fashion for a Cure is officially on the New Zealand Fashion Week schedule as part of the Christchurch Spring Fashion Festival. Join us as Aotearoa's leading fashion designers unveil their latest Spring/Summer collections in a spectacular showcase featuring 22 incredible designers - all while supporting life-changing breast cancer research.
Friday, 16 October 2026
RUBY VIP Experience Doors Open: 6:00pm
General Admission Doors Open: 6:30pm
Runway begins 7:00pm
Event concludes 10:30pm
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre
188 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
General Admission - $249 (all fees included)
VIP Experience - $299 (all fees included)
The Experience:
As part of the Christchurch Spring Fashion Festival in partnership with New Zealand Fashion Week, Fashion for a Cure Presented by The Crossing, brings together exceptional fashion, fine dining and fundraising for one unforgettable evening.
Hosted by Breast Cancer Cure Ambassador and fashion-loving powerhouse Wilhelmina O’Keeffe, with renowned auctioneer Richard Stringer, experience a celebration of style, community and purpose - all while supporting life-changing breast cancer research.
Guests will enjoy a three-course dinner, all-inclusive beverages, exclusive fundraising experiences and an inspiring update from a Breast Cancer Cure funded researcher on the latest breakthroughs in breast cancer research.
From the runway, enjoy exceptional views as 22 of New Zealand's leading fashion designers unveil their new-season collections:
Augustine | Barkers | Caitlin Crisp | COOP | Cooper | Curate | Federation | Hailwood | I Love Ugly | Juliette Hogan | Kathryn Wilson | Knuefermann | NOM*d | Repertoire | Rodd & Gunn | RUBY | Stella + Gemma | Storm | Sylvester | Trelise Cooper | TUESDAY LABEL | Zambesi
We're also delighted to welcome back The Crossing Capsule, showcasing a curated selection from RUBY, Juliette Hogan, I Love Ugly, Barkers, Rodd & Gunn and Sylvester.
Your ticket includes:
French champagne on arrival
A three-course dining experience, with wine pairings and curated non-alcoholic beverages
Access to exclusive live and silent auction items featuring luxury escapes and coveted experiences
An update on the latest breast cancer research breakthroughs by a Breast Cancer Cure-funded researcher
A beautifully curated Fashion for a Cure goodie bag
This event sells out every year - secure your seats now for an evening of fashion, connection and impact.
Every ticket helps fund life-changing breast cancer research in Aotearoa.
Elevate your evening with the RUBY VIP experience
Take your Fashion for a Cure experience to the next level with exclusive VIP access - including an intimate conversation with RUBY's Emily Miller-Sharma.
In addition to all General Admission benefits, VIP guests will enjoy:
Early access
French champagne and VIP canapés on arrival
A three-course dining experience, with wine pairings and curated non-alcoholic beverages, with your choice of main course
An exclusive pre-event In Conversation with Emily Miller-Sharma (RUBY General Manager and the designer behind Liam) exploring the evolution of RUBY and Liam, building community through fashion, championing sustainability, and elevating representation and inclusivity across the industry
Premium front-row seating with priority table placement and the best views of the runway
VIP tickets are limited and expected to sell quickly.
