Brisbane RF Fashion Show 2026 Highlighting Sixth Year Of Success
The Brisbane RF Fashion Show 2026 once again delivered an unforgettable evening of glamour and creativity. In the cool evening of 6 June, guests gathered at the iconic Hanworth House in East Brisbane to be at the forefront of fashion diversity and empowerment. Presented by Ravishing Fashionistas (RF), the sold-out event once again proved why it has become Queensland’s most anticipated fashion celebrations.
Founded and fearlessly led by Upma Kite, Mrs. Australia Universal 2019, Ravishing Fashionistas is more than a fashion platform—it is a movement. They are dedicated to breaking down traditional beauty standards and celebrating confidence, individuality and inclusivity. Through high-end runway productions, mentoring programs and modelling opportunities, RF challenges the face of fashion through their work and continues to empower women and families, from all walks of life.This year’s spectacular showcase featured collections from 14 talented designers, each presenting their unique vision to the runway, blending innovation, culture, elegance and craftsmanship into a truly inspiring fashion experience.
One of the major highlights from the evening was the incredible line up of over 40 models of all ages, from (youngest age) to (oldest age). In true RF style, the diversity of the line up wasn’t only reflected in the clothing, it was represented in the truly distinct models. Each model truly reflected a piece of the Australian community, from the shade of their skin to their height and body type. The opportunity to walk the runway in an RF event is an honour and privilege, with previous VIP guests joining the model lineup this year. Back stage, the buzz of excitement from the models and designers was electric. Upma and her team once again selected the best models for the show. Although all were incredible, the smallest models stole the show, melting hearts as they showed complete professionalism as they walked the runway.
From first-time runway participants to experienced models, every individual walked with confidence and purpose, perfectly reflecting RF’s mission that beauty has no limits. Their presence transformed the runway into a powerful celebration of diversity, self-expression and empowerment.
Guests were transported into a world of fashion decadence as they walked the red carpet on arrival, met with a team of paparazzi. Hanworth House proved an incredible backdrop to the glamorous evening filled with red carpet arrivals, media wall moments, breathtaking runway presentations and live entertainment. The atmosphere was electric as designers, models, creatives, sponsors and supporters came together to celebrate fashion’s power to unite and inspire.
The event welcomed an impressive lineup of VIP guests including Lady Mayoress of Brisbane Nina Schrinner, and a whole cohort of fashion power houses. Mr Hollywood himself, Damien Anthony Avery-Rossi led guests through the evening as Master of Ceremonies. He was flanked in the front row by Melissa Downes and Sharyn Ghidella, Queensland’s most glamourous and elegant newsreaders.
Lady Mayoress Nina Scrinner delivered and empowered speech reminding the crowd that what we see on social media is only a small, curated moment in a person’s life and not to judge ourselves against the filtered images, but to search for personal empowerment. She reminded the audience that true beauty comes from diversity, the champion value of the RF Fashion Showcase.
The front row continued to brag a lineup of incredible fashion socialites, including Marilyn Van der Valk, Lydia Jordane, Shweta Khan and the incomparable Dianne Cant OAM. Founders of Face of Australia Lyn and Greg Shadbolt immersed themselves while Lewis Lee OAM was absorbed into the world of high fashion. Other honourable mentions of the evening include Manju Jehu, Jitendra Deo, Chona Allen and Prerna Pahwa.
Concept creator and founder of RF, Upma Kite sparkled as she executed another perfect runway spectacular. In her speech, Upma touched on the journey RF has taken to become the fashion powerhouse it is today. The event marks 6 years of flawless shows and despite struggles along the way, she has risen above the trials to create a safe space in the fashion industry. Upma reminded guests of the Japanese proverb ‘Even if you fall down seven times, it’s important to stand up eight’.
The success of Brisbane RF Fashion Show 2026 is the latest chapter in the remarkable journey of Ravishing Fashionistas. The show this year was once again sold out, not even standing room available. All 250 guests were thrilled to be part of this exclusive show and are already marking their calendars for next year.
From its debut event, as Ageless Divas in 2019, through a series of groundbreaking runway productions championing inclusivity and empowerment, RF has continued to redefine what fashion can represent in modern society.
Brisbane RF Fashion Show 2026 was more than a fashion show—it is a celebration of courage, culture, creativity and community. As the curtains closed on another extraordinary event, guests left inspired by the stories, talent and confidence displayed on the runway, eagerly anticipating the next chapter of the ever-growing RF legacy.
Plans are already in motion for a bigger and better event in 2027.
