FashLab Business Forum X MFF

Feeling shut out by the industry?

This exclusive forum cuts through the gatekeeping to give you the insider knowledge you need to get your fashion label made, properly and sustainably.

Whether you are a startup, emerging designer, or established business, you face the same challenges. This session will unpack diverse journeys and show how strong supply chain connections drive successful, sustainable partnerships.

What You'll Gain

 Actionable Insights: Get "how-to" operational systems for your supply chain, from fabric sourcing to production management.

 Expert Connections: Meet key players like fabric specialists, patternmakers, and production managers.

 Real-World Strategies: Learn how independent brands navigate nonlinear paths and solve practical challenges at every stage of growth.

 PLUS- A live digital pattern making demonstration will be happening

throughout the night, come along and ask questions.

Meet the Experts

Our diverse panel features varying skill sets and career stages to provide a 360- degree view:

 The recent fashion graduate

 The emerging designer

 The fabric specialist

 The trims supplier

 The freelance pattern maker

 The sample machinist

 The production manager

Don't miss this must-attend event to transform your fashion business journey.

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About the Event

As part of the PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival 2026, FashLab invites you to an evening of high-impact conversation and connection.

The FashLab Business Forum is a dedicated space for Melbourne’s independent emerging & established fashion designers, creatives, and industry professionals to gather, share insights, and navigate the shifting landscape of local and global fashion.

Held at Torrens University in Flinders St, Melbourne, this event is designed to inform your strategy, elevate your ethics, and grow your network.

Why Attend?

 Expert Insights: Hear directly from those successfully guiding and

discovering the secrets workings of Melbourne’s fashion supply chain.

 Meaningful Networking: This is a rare chance to connect with peers,

potential collaborators, and industry veterans in an intimate setting.

 Exclusive Access: With only 70 seats available, this is a focused forum

where your questions can be heard and your connections are genuine.

 Refreshments: Enjoy a small offering of refreshments as you mingle with the FashLab community.

About FashLab

FashLab is the peak industry body for Melbourne's independent fashion community. We are dedicated to advocating for, educating, and showcasing the incredibly diverse group of creatives that make Melbourne a global fashion capital. Through collaboration and information-sharing, we empower local businesses to be powerful, sustainable and seen.

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