The World of Wearable Art Competition (WOW) is a world-renowned event where designers create unique outfits and show them in a big yearly contest. It features “wearable art,” which refers to clothing made mainly as a piece of art, not for everyday use or going out.
WOW invites creators from around the globe to amaze the world with their incredible works. For more than 35 years, captivating artworks created by the finalists have been shown in the annual WOW Show in Wellington’s TSB Arena, New Zealand.
The 2023 Supreme World of Wearable Art Competition (WOW) Award went to Nelson designer Gill Saunders for her garment titled “Earthling.” Continue scrolling and explore all of the fantastic works!
More info: Instagram | worldofwearableart.com | Facebook 01. Third Prize Award In The Mars And Beyond Section: “Entanglement”

Designer: Celia Ledon, United States
“A sort of breathing-aid war costume, drawn from a dystopic and ethereal darkness.”
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Sarah Nathan, the Head of Competition, says the event is an excellent place for people to make their creative dreams come true. “World of Wearable Art Competition (WOW), finalists come from all corners of the globe and a broad spectrum of creative and technical disciplines. Our designer community comprises fashion, textile, industrial designers, jewelers, costumers, architects, engineers, sculptors, painters, crafters, gardeners, doctors, and even boat builders! Yo...