“The energy of the city during fashion week is amazing so having the finals in New York is very fitting! My fall 2016 presentation is the same day as the Woolmark final – I will have a very busy week but couldn’t be more excited.” — Tanya Taylor (USA)
“It’s been an amazing creative journey that has pushed me to produce some incredible work that I’m inspired by and extremely proud to represent Australia with in New York.” — Bianca Spender (Australia)
“We are excited not only because it will be the first time we come to New York, but because Taller Marmo is the first brand from the United Arab Emirates to be a finalist in the women’s wear category, and that makes our family, friends and supporters here in Dubai very enthusiastic.” — Taller Marmo (UAE)
“All together, the European finals and now the world finals — it all happens in the course of one year, and it is quite a beautiful journey. I am fortunate to have this experience in my life.” — Nanna van Blaaderen (The Netherlands)
“I am extremely excited to present J Koo’s IWP merino wool collection to many buyers and press from all over the world.” — J KOO (South Korea)
“It’s not only the opportunity to be stocked in some of the most prestigious stores in the world, it’s also about being given the opportunity to be a brand ambassador for The Woolmark Co., a role we take extremely seriously and an area of textile development that we feel incredibly passionate about.” — Teatum Jones (UK)