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In Conversation with Tanya Carlson and Tara Viggo

  • Hutton Theatre, Tūhura Otago Museum 419 Great King Street Dunedin New Zealand (map)

Join celebrated New Zealand designer Tanya Carlson in conversation with Tara Viggo, founder of Paper Theory Patterns and a finalist in the inaugural iD International Emerging Designer Awards in 2005. 

Tanya is renowned for her refined take on both tailored and off-duty dressing and remains a strong supporter of the New Zealand's fashion industry, producing ready to wear collections and custom-made demi-couture red carpet and bridal pieces. All Carlson pieces are proudly made in New Zealand and designed to be cherished. 

The conversation will give a behind the scenes look into what it really takes to run a successful fashion brand for 27 years. The ups and downs, the strategy and pivots that are needed to keep a business thriving.

Sustainability is a big focus for the Fashion industry and this will be a chance to gain some insights into how sustainability is woven into Tanya's brand and design identity.

FREE