NFW 2017 core events    

• The Mercedes-Benz of Norwich Retailers Show - Thursday 9th March

Doors open: 7.30pm, Show: 8pm

The launch show of NFW17, this event showcases independent and high-street retailers, plus highlights key future trends. A firm favourite with fashionistas across the city who are looking to spot key items for their spring and summer wardrobes.

• The Dipple & Conway Hair and Make-up Show - Friday 10th March

Doors open: 7.30pm, Show: 8pm

This lively show celebrates the creative collaboration between stylists, designers and make-up artists. This year the event has been given a theatrical vibe and will cover top-to-toe fashion looks, from dramatic hair styles and gorgeous glasses through to glamourous body art.

• The Vintage Show sponsored by Zaks Authentic American Diners - Sunday 12th March

Doors open: 7.30pm, Show: 8pm

With the city famed for its vintage scene, this show captures the essence of Norwich’s vintage boutiques and styling through the ages. The NFW17 show will give you the chance to admire the city’s best vintage offerings, with a cheeky nod towards the disco glamour of Studio 54.

• The Norwich Cosmetic Clinic and Brasted’s Designers Show - Tuesday 14th March

Doors open: 7.30pm, Show: 8pm

Unveiling the very best of Norwich’s home-grown designers, tailors, milliners and stylists. Those looking for the next big thing, or hoping to be inspired by home-grown talent, shouldn’t miss out on this year’s show.

• Design and Enterprise Day – Wednesday 15^th March – 10am to 4pm

One of the core aims of NFW is to support and educate local, fledgling designers. As well as providing them with a platform to showcase their work, the Design and Enterprise has been organised to showcase Norwich’s rich fashion and textile heritage and to highlight potential career routes into the highly competitive fashion industry at a day of free talks, exhibitions, seminars and masterclasses.

• Fashion Excess - Friday 17th March

Doors open: 8pm, Show: 9pm

The finale of NFW17 sees Fashion Excess head to the main banking hall at OPEN for a finale show that is set to get pulses racing. With a catwalk show that mixes live music from dance floor queens EKKAH with the latest in lingerie, street wear and glamour the week is set to end with a bang. To celebrate the end of NFW17 in style, DJ’s will continue into the early hours with a late-night wrap party!

Emma Harrowing, Director of the NFW board, said: “We’re proud to say that NFW16 featured some really strong looks and some of the best shows to date. But that doesn’t mean we have been resting on our laurels. We are determined that NFW17 will create even more of a buzz in the city. All the events are designed to celebrate and promote Norwich’s vibrant fashion scene and they all bring style to life with a combination of wearable looks and catwalk inspiration.

“NFW is a Community Interest Company and all those behind the annual event work on a voluntary basis. One of our key aims is to continue to positively promote, support and provide valuable opportunities for the creative community of Norwich. We hope as many people as possible will join us during NFW and enjoy being a part of the city’s largest, annual fashion event. Every year the week gains more kudos and it is really helping to promote Norwich as a fashion-forward location.”

The Design and Enterprise Day events are free to attend, tickets for all other events start at £8. VIP tickets are also available. Tickets can be ordered via the box office at OPEN on www.openorwich.co.uk or by calling 01603 763111.

NFW is supported by Norwich Business Improvement District (BID). To find out more about NFW17 visit: norwichfashion.co.uk.

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