Kia Ora! I’m Vince, a Fashion Design Graduate with a passion for Tailored Menswear and Re-Indigenisation.
I completed my degree in 2023, graduating from Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa - Massey University Wellington with First Class Honours.
Ethical design practices shape my work, using tikanga Māori (Māori principles) to ensure Environmental and Cultural sustainability. My design inspiration comes from upcycling techniques, various textile manipulations, dye, painting and printmaking, fusing with my adoration for Tailored menswear in a contemporary setting.
Alongside my degree, I worked with the Hallenstein Brothers, Lambton Quay Team as both the Tailoring and Alterations Assistant and as a Worker in Charge. Since graduating, I have relocated to Brisbane and joined the Star Entertainment Group as a Wardrobe Supervisor and Alterations Specialist.
Awards & Recognition
Massey University Māori Scholar Award
Rembrandt Award for Excellence in Tailoring
WoolOn 2023 Runner Up
WoolOn 2023 Toi Tu ki Uruuruwhenua Award
Associate Dean - Māori ‘Rangatira Award’ - 2022
Associate Dean - Māori ‘Manawaroa Award’ - 2021
Associate Dean - Māori ‘Poutama Award’ - 2021
Vice Chancellor’s High Achiever with Distinction Scholarship
School of Design Māori & Pasifika Award
Showcase
Melbourne Fashion Festival - Global Indigenous Runway
NZFW 2024 (Cancelled)