May 26, 2023
Cut Above Academy students have had the
opportunity to put their industry-ready skills to the test at AUT and Dove Hospice’s
Fashion Hacktivism show.
The fundraising event for Dove Hospice and
Wellness was held in early May and saw AUT fashion students give new life to
damaged secondhand clothing on the runway.
More than 40 one-of-a-kind pieces were
modelled at the sold-out show, with hair and makeup completed by Cut Above
students.
For Cut Above makeup student, Hannah
Forster, the night confirmed fashion was the industry for her.
“This was my first experience with the
pressure and the fashion environment, and I loved it,” shared Hannah.
Students were able to experience real-world
pressure, with limited time to complete hair and makeup looks.
“I’ve learnt how to apply makeup swiftly
but still with quality.”
“For my last model, I only had 15 minutes
to do her whole face! Which was very stressful, but also so much fun!”
The event was centered around inspiring
attendees to choose second-hand over new – with an interactive styling
workshop, a boutique preloved clothing sale and raffle door prizes as part of
the night.
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