Vancouver Fashion Week
The name Vancouver Fashion Week evokes different ideas and emotions for each person. Whether it's a person, a topic, or a date, Vancouver Fashion Week has the power to capture attention and spark curiosity. In this article we will thoroughly explore the meaning and importance of Vancouver Fashion Week, as well as its influence on society and our daily lives. From its origin to its relevance today, we will analyze all the key aspects that make Vancouver Fashion Week a topic worth discussing and reflecting on. Join us on this fascinating journey through Vancouver Fashion Week.
| Vancouver Fashion Week | |
|---|---|
 The F/W18 collection 'Beryl' by Qiongxin Kou, photographed by Tristen Williams | |
| Date(s) | September and March |
| Frequency | Biannually |
| Location(s) | Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
| Years active | 2001-present |
| People | Jamal Abdourahman |
| Website | http://vanfashionweek.com/ |
Vancouver Fashion Week (VFW) is a fashion week in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada that is currently run by Jamal Abdourahman. The event is seven days long each season and held twice a year. Vancouver Fashion Week was established in 2001.
Since 2014, the Nancy Mak Award has been presented at Vancouver Fashion Week, a scholarship recognising up-and-coming British Columbia based designers that have a "strong creative vision", a solid business plan, and a desire to expand either their design knowledge or brand’s reach. Awarded once a year, the scholarship is named in honour of Nancy Mak, an active member of the fashion industry and a major supporter of Vancouver Fashion Week during her life.
Vancouver Kids Fashion Week (VKFW) was established in September 2016. The two-day event takes place during Vancouver Fashion Week. VKFW has partnered with BC Children’s Hospital Foundation (BCCHF) donating a portion of ticket sales to the Foundation.
Global Fashion Collective (GFC), an expansion of Vancouver Fashion Week, is a platform specialising in supporting creative designers by establishing their presence around the world. Launched in October 2017.
Since 2018, Vancouver Fashion Week has been producing a digital magazine Micro Macro Magazine, a contemporary design and culture platform.
References
- ^ "Nancy Mak Award". VFW. 2017-10-25. Retrieved 2018-07-12.
- ^ "Vancouver Kids Fashion Week". Vancouver Kids Fashion Week. Retrieved 2018-07-12.
- ^ "ABOUT - Global Fashion Collective". Global Fashion Collective. Retrieved 2018-07-12.
- ^ "Micro Macro Magazine". Micro Macro Magazine. Retrieved 2018-07-12.
