As New Zealand Fashion Week sets the city abuzz from the 25th to the 31st of August, Auckland becomes a vibrant mecca, as the energy from the runway spills onto the bustling streets. In just 48 hours, you can immerse yourself in the city’s most chic corners, balancing shows with indulgent eats, luxe stays, and culture-rich diversions. Whether you’re here for the fashion, the creativity, or simply the vibe, this guide will help you make the most of your 2025 New Zealand Fashion Week.
Thursday 28th Aug.
Ease into your itinerary with a late-afternoon check-in at The Hotel Britomart, where considered design sets the tone for the evening ahead. Sip a pre-show cocktail at Kingi — the perfect spot to watch the city hum — before making your way to the Karen Walker x Adidas runway at 6pm. When the final looks have cleared the catwalk, keep the night alive with a late dinner at Soul Bar & Bistro, where harbour views and a lively crowd make for the ideal post-show backdrop.
Friday 29th Aug.
Start the day immersed in ideas at the 8am Speaker Series, Skin Deep: How Wellness is Shaping the Fashion Culture, presented by Ready&Reset. From there, stroll to Amano for a leisurely brunch before heading up Queen Street, pausing to explore some of the city’s most coveted luxury fashion and jewellery houses. Your next stop is Hotel Indigo for the Rebe trunk show, followed by an afternoon at the Auckland Art Gallery. As the day winds down, enjoy a late lunch or early dinner at Darling, then cap it all off with an 8pm Into the Archives show (heading to Alma for a cocktail if you have it in you).
Saturday 30th Aug.
Start the day with a coffee and pastry from La Petite Fourchette in Wynyard Quarter, the perfect prelude to the 10am Walk the Line show. Still riding the creative high, head to the museum for the dazzling DIVA exhibition, where fashion and artistry collide. Take your time over a long lunch at First Mates, Last Laugh, then get ready for the evening’s highlight — Greatest Hits: Volume 1 – The Best Looks of NZFW 2025 at 7pm. End the night at Queens, where dinner comes with a side of late-night buzz and a cocktail (or two).
