Project Runway

Modern materials in a traditional story

“Many still do to this day,” says Molly O’Rourke, chairperson of Miss Pacific Islands Pageant (MPIP) PNG.

She says opportunities such as the pageant puts PNG on a different scale.

“Because we can do more than that (headdress and bare-chest)… This is where these ladies (designers) come in with their different cultures and talents,” she said.

The chairperson further explained that a designer’s role now is to use modern materials but speak a traditional story.

MPIP PNG 2017 launched

Launching the year Tuesday night, the committee announced two main events on its calendar for the year – the project runway – August 12 and Crowning Ball – 28 October.   

Making the announcement, deputy Chairperson, Emma Waiwai again called for generous support.

“For these events to be successful, we are appealing to you once again to come on board and partner with us.  Whether it be in cash or kind, we know it will go a long way to make this year another successful one

The team behind the pageant’s contestants

A team is involved in prepping contestants for necessary skills such as public speaking, conversation skills and posture. 

Local designers to showcase talents at Project Runway

The Project Runway will get underway on Saturday (31 October) in Port Moresby leading up to the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant in the Cook Islands in December.

This is an event to show off local designers and offer them an opportunity to participate in the MPIP by creating two outfits.

Designers have been encouraged to create and style a traditionally inspired attire and sarong beach wear.

The winning designs selected from the Project Runway will be worn by Miss PNG in the regional MPIP in the Cook Islands.