Written by Kat Tse| Edited by Jasmin Sin & Jey Chung

Hong Kong’s 2024 CENTRESTAGE left a lasting impression on the city’s fashion scene: This year, Editor in Chief Kat Tse and Fashion Director Sam Wong were grateful to attend several runway shows at Hong Kong’s 2024 CENTRESTAGE

Held in the heart of Wan Chai, this year’s CENTRESTAGE ran from September 4-7. The city’s largest fashion event was organised by Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDAHK), and showcased over 250 local brands through runway shows, exhibitions and displays. 

Designer Robert Wun’s show marked the beginning of the three-day event, and debuted his latest collection at the Hong Kong Palace Museum. By blending art, culture, and fashion, his show elegantly marked the beginnings  for transforming Hong Kong’s fashion industry.

REDRESS

Redress, a Hong Kong-based NGO, is dedicated to combating fashion waste and promoting circular fashion. Each year, they host the Redress Design Award at CENTRESTAGE and invite designers from around the world to submit their sustainable designs. The designers are judged on creativity, originality, and sustainability. This year, Tiger Chung won first place and became the first local designer to secure an exclusive collaboration with Tommy Hilfiger. Their collection, “Wanderer,” used a variety of upcycled materials such as towels, curtains, and discarded sofas to create the winning pieces.

THE RUNWAY

Photo credit: @termsandco

The show on September 6 was divided into three parts, beginning with a stunning runway presentation from selected designers. Speeches were delivered by Founder and Board Chair Dr. Christina Dean and Executive Director Nissa Cornish, who warmly welcomed guests, supporters, and newcomers who came to learn about Redress. They introduced their 2024 partnerships, presented additional awards, and invited important guests to the stage. The event concluded with a graceful walk by their alumni and left a memorable impression on all attendees.

“I thought it was beautiful that each contestant’s story and inspiration were shared through a short video before the runway. Understanding their journey and passion for fashion and sustainability added depth and context behind their pieces, allowing viewers to truly connect with their fashion story and why it matters.”

—Sam Wong, Fashion Director of Terms and Conditions Magazine

Z I D I

Established by Creative Director Nathan Moy, Z I D I’s Spring Summer 2025 Collection redefines deconstructive fashion, introducing a new alternative lens to virtuality and challenging our understanding of functionality. Z I D I’s new retro-futuristic designs provide a colourful neon contrast to the typical floral patterns of spring and summer. Looking fresh out of The Fifth Element (1997), Z I D I’s Spring Summer 2025 Collection screams “brat summer” and showcases the surreal reality of relativity. 

THE RUNWAY

Photo credits: Z I D I

The September 4th runway, debuting Z I D I’s Spring Summer 2025 collection was “a celebration of contemporary fashion with sustainability and affordable luxury at its core”. The theme and title of the collection, “Escher = mc^2.” was shown throughout the show, and the carefully curated music perfectly captured the mood and essence of the collection. Many members of the audience dressed in outfits that complemented the brand’s aesthetic and were loudly cheering and applauding between the carefully planned transitions. To end the show, Nathan Moy brought on stage an atmosphere of immense joy and pride, which perfectly gave the audience an insight to his dedicated efforts behind his successful collection. 

“It was a remarkable show! What inspired me the most from the runway was how each model and outfit exuded their own personality and made a bold fashion statement that’s different from the others. I am excited to see more from Z I D I in the future!”

–– Kat Tse, Editor in Chief of Terms and Conditions Magazine

Instagram: @z.i.d.i 

SPARKLE COLLECTION BY KAREN CHAN

If you’ve lived in Hong Kong, the Sparkle brand should sound familiar. With cheongsam and culture at its heart, designer Karen Chan masterfully blends aspects of Hong Kong’s heritage with fashion, infusing vibrant colours and a playful spirit. This year, subtle appearances of Hong Kong’s iconic comic character Lao Fu Zi were integrated into her show, along with captivating performances and mahjong-themed gift bags for guests. The elegant models moved in perfect sync during the runway as they radiated confidence in their pieces. 

“This is my second time attending the Sparkle collection runway, and each time the collection is always full of life. Designer Karen goes beyond fashion. She incorporates music, dance and decorations in capturing the essence of Hong Kong from various perspectives.”

—- Kat Tse, Editor in Chief of Terms and Conditions Magazine