Runway To Support First Nations Peoples
7/4/2023
At Australian Fashion Week, we walked the first solo Indigenous designer runway with Ngali. To pair with their ready-to-wear pieces, Ngali collaborated with First Nations artists to transform our boots into limited-edition works of art.
In celebration of NAIDOC Week, we’re silent auctioning each pair of limited-edition boots and donating all proceeds to our long-standing partners, Children’s Ground. An organisation dedicated to creating an empowered future for the next generation of First Nations children.
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Josh Deane
Josh Deane is an Indigenous (Palawa) contemporary artist/model from Naarm, Melbourne. With a focus on contemporary art, he creates unique and captivating pieces that reflect his personal experiences and cultural background.
“The first show I attended of NGALI, myself and fellow guests were presented with eucalyptus leaves from Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung elder Aunty Joy as a welcome to country, the inspiration behind this design came from this moment.”
Josh handpainted Selenium 2 and Jacanas Ecru with eucalyptus leaves in tonal green with pops of red and yellow.
Jason Mulholland
Jason Mulholland is a proud Yanyuwa/Marra man living in Narrm, Melbourne. The Aboriginal contemporary artist uses traditional cultural concepts from dreaming stories and personal life experiences to express his art and to design images for his apparel.
“The boot design for the AAFW runway was my family's totem 'Black Head Python.” - Jason Mulholland
Jason transformed Thallium Tan with intricately handpainted details and pastel hues to showcase his family’s rich heritage.
Laura Brown
Laura Brown is a proud Muruwari and Kamilaroi woman from Northern New South Wales, living in Naarm, Melbourne. An Indigenous artist that explores the connection to her people through her artwork, Laura shares stories and sparks conversations through her contemporary designs.
Laura handpainted a striking blue and black artwork contrasted against Jacanas Ecru’s soft neutral upper.
Kristie Peters
Kristie Peters is a proud Wiradjuri artist from central-west NSW. A contemporary Indigenous artist, Kristie’s artwork reflects a powerful medium for healing intergenerational trauma, lifting one's energy and connecting people deeply with the stories behind the pieces.
A classic Chelsea boot, Kristie Peters showcases stencilled hands on the ideal canvas, Coot Ecru.
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Please consider these a work of art rather than functional shoes. Due to the nature of paint and creasing leather, the artwork will deteriorate with wear. A sealant and waterproof spray have been applied however, the artwork will not last normal wear and tear.
What Is NAIDOC Week?
2nd July - 9th July, 2023
A week of celebrations to recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. An opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories.
Bared Footwear acknowledges and honours First Nations peoples throughout Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future as custodians of this land.