{"id":50388,"date":"2023-11-06T12:36:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-06T07:06:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?p=50388"},"modified":"2024-04-01T11:48:49","modified_gmt":"2024-04-01T06:18:49","slug":"air-new-zealand-reveals-fashion-designer-for-new-uniform","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/index.php\/2023\/11\/06\/air-new-zealand-reveals-fashion-designer-for-new-uniform\/","title":{"rendered":"Air New Zealand Reveals Renowned Fashion Designer for New Uniform"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>AUCKLAND-<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/?s=Air+New+Zealand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Air New Zealand (NZ)<\/a> has announced Emilia Wickstead, a renowned Kiwi fashion designer, as their chosen partner to create the airline&#8217;s new uniform. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wickstead, known for her work with influential global figures and celebrities, will now design the iconic and distinctive uniform for Air New Zealand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"806\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-24-1024x806.png\" alt=\" Air New Zealand (NZ) has announced Emilia Wickstead, a renowned Kiwi fashion designer, as their chosen partner to create the airline's new uniform. \" class=\"wp-image-50389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-24-1024x806.png 1024w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-24-300x236.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-24-768x605.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-24-1600x1260.png 1600w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-24-1536x1209.png 1536w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-24-2048x1612.png 2048w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-24-750x591.png 750w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-24-1140x898.png 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Air New Zealand<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-air-new-zealand-uniform-designer\">Air New Zealand Uniform Designer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Leanne Geraghty, Air New Zealand&#8217;s Chief Customer and Sales Officer, mentioned that the selection panel was impressed by Emilia&#8217;s concepts and designs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over 40 New Zealand designers expressed interest in the project, and the decision was challenging due to the depth and diversity of New Zealand fashion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, Emilia&#8217;s exceptional designs, creativity, uniqueness, and understanding of the need for a functional and comfortable uniform for Air New Zealand&#8217;s employees set her apart as the ideal partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;It&#8217;s truly an honor to be chosen as the designer for Air New Zealand&#8217;s new uniform. I&#8217;m thrilled to be part of this project, and I&#8217;m looking forward to creating a modern yet timeless uniform that our employees can wear with pride. Air New Zealand is known for its exceptional service and reputation, and I want our people to be dressed by the very best. Joining the Air New Zealand wh\u0101nau is an exciting journey for me,&#8221; expressed <strong>Emilia Wickstead<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Air New Zealand reveals next uniform designer\" width=\"729\" height=\"410\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dmDRNiAJUG4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>&#8220;This project is a genuine passion for me, and it deepens my connection with my homeland, Aotearoa, as well as the communities and places that hold a special place in my heart.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;My approach to designing the uniform is deeply rooted in respect for New Zealand&#8217;s cultural heritage, primarily focusing on people. I firmly believe clothing can have a transformative, uplifting, and empowering effect. I aspire that the new uniforms will instill a sense of pride and purpose in Air New Zealand&#8217;s remarkable and world-class team.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"916\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-26.png\" alt=\" Air New Zealand (NZ) has announced Emilia Wickstead, a renowned Kiwi fashion designer, as their chosen partner to create the airline's new uniform. \" class=\"wp-image-50391\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7751937984496124;width:1043px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-26.png 916w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-26-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-26-768x433.png 768w, https:\/\/aviationa2z.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/image-26-750x422.png 750w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 916px) 100vw, 916px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Air New Zealand<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-unveiling-in-2024\">Unveiling in 2024<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Emilia Wickstead&#8217;s designs are known for their timeless quality, characterized by simple yet effective details that offer a fresh, modern, and effortless look. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These uniforms must carry forward this essence, complemented by creative innovations and twists, resulting in a distinctive uniform that will continue to stand out for years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The selection of the designer came after a competitive pitch involving several prominent New Zealand designers. They were tasked with considering essential criteria, such as sustainability, functionality, safety, and te ao M\u0101ori.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next phase of the project involves close collaboration between Air New Zealand and Emilia Wickstead to refine the designs, conduct onboard trials, and gather feedback from uniform wearers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The final designs will be unveiled in late 2024, and the Emilia Wickstead Air New Zealand uniforms will be progressively introduced to over 5,000 Air New Zealand cabin crew, front-of-house ground staff, and pilots in the coming years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay tuned with us. Further, follow us on social media for the latest updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/s\/aviationa2z\" rel=\"nofollow\">Telegram Group&nbsp;<\/a>for the Latest Aviation Updates. 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