Juliette Hogan returned to New Zealand Fashion Week Kahuria with a collection celebrating the arrival of spring - lightness, movement and the pleasure of getting dressed. The show also marked a meaningful milestone for Juliette and her brand: 20 years since its NZFW debut.
Alongside immediately shoppable new-season pieces from Collection 2026.FOUR, the runway offered a first look at Collection 2026.FIVE, launching in October, as well as a handful of pieces created for the runway.
Signature tailoring, prints, eventwear and statement evening pieces came together in a considered black and white palette, punctuated by injections of purple, yellow and soft pink.
The early evening show featured an installation of cascading, illuminated fringe, creating a sense of movement as models walked through the space – the latest evolution of a curtain motif featured in past JH shows, reimagined this year as deconstructed and loose. That same fringing carried onto the runway in a selection of fluid, hand-finished pieces.
Several designs were created exclusively for the show, showcasing the recently launched JH Bespoke service. A selection of these runway looks will be available to purchase from the Juliette Hogan Commercial Bay store until August 24.
The show closed with a traditional bridal runway moment, presenting two elegant wedding looks from Juliette Hogan Bridal: a custom handwoven shantung silk gown and a nod to a tailored tuxedo, offering two distinct directions for a modern JH bride.
BNZ was the premium partner of the show, supporting the business of fashion and the creative industry behind it. A limited-edition Juliette Hogan T-shirt was available to purchase for one night only through a special merchandise stand powered by BNZ.
Creative direction, casting and styling were led by Alice Feutz, creative lead at Juliette Hogan, with Courtney Joe, longtime friend of the brand, joining as co-stylist.
The runway was completed with footwear by Bared Footwear, hair by Lauren Gunn and the Colleen team using Davines, makeup by Josie Wignall with skin preparation from Aotearoa-based brand Kaea, and music by Cay.
“20 years since my first show, Fashion Week remains an important moment. For our team, it’s an opportunity to come together and push ourselves creatively, and for our brand, it’s about sharing who we are today and where we're going. For the local fashion industry, it’s about celebrating the collective talent we have here in New Zealand. And of course, it's about the pure joy of creating and sharing beautiful clothes.” – Juliette Hogan
Founder and Director: Juliette Hogan
Art Direction and Design Lead: Alice Feutz
Hair Director: Lauren Gunn and Colleen team using Davines
@lauren__gunn @colleen__colleen @davinesnz
Makeup Director: Josie Wignall @josie_wignall_artistry
Skincare: Josie Wignall and team using Kaea Skincare @kaeaskincare
Footwear: Bared Footwear @baredfootwear
Co-stylist: Courtney Joe @courtneyjoe_
Music: Cay @cay_ltd
Premium partner: BNZ @bnzbank