Submissions for SWAG 2023 are now open!

Submissions are now open for the first annual Sydney Wearable Art Gala.

In November 2023 the first annual Sydney Wearable Art Gala will take over the iconic Enmore Theatre. Over three big nights and seven huge categories, Sydney’s established and emerging creators are invited to showcase their outrageous designs onstage, competing to win prizes and prestige.

Categories and themes for this years Gala are listed on the categories page, and terms and conditions are now available on the Entry Form page, along with important 2023 competition dates. For any other information, check the FAQ, or reach out directly via the Contact page.

'Wild' Headpiece design by Hamish Elliot, worn by Emalyn Knight

SWA is a showcase for creators of all levels, but if you’re new to the world of Wearable Art and want to enter, SWAT is the Sydney Wearable Art Training Program, aimed at enthusiastic creators looking to turn their big ideas into wearable art masterpieces.

2023 is going to be a huge year for wearable art, so to stay in the loop about SWA, SWAG & SWAT, head over to the contact page and sign up for our mailing list.