The next garde...

At TAFE NSW Fashion Design Studio we continue to support our designers in creating a new paradigm that prioritises the environment, ethical design, digital innovation and local manufacturing. We are proud to be nurturing the next generation of designers who are not only creatively fearless but deeply committed to building a more sustainable and ethical fashion industry in Australia.

As the Australian fashion industry embraces a circular approach to fashion design, our graduates are stepping forward with collections that reflect these values.

In 2025 we launched The Next Garde, a unique incubator designed to propel The Innovators into the global fashion arena by delivering tailored mentoring from industry collaborators in financial management, media training, local manufacturing, ecommerce and entrepreneurial skills.

In 2026, we continue this legacy with The Next Garde of The Innovators….