Sam Meers AO NPG Chair and Bree Pickering NPG Director invite you and a guest to the unveiling of the Portrait celebrating 20 years of Australian fashion designers Romance Was Born.

The portrait of Romance Was Born was commissioned by the National Portrait Gallery with funds generously provided by Hayley Baillie.

Invitation only event. IWFA Members may bring a guest. There will also be other guests as invited by the National Portrait Gallery.

When: Friday, 25 July 2025, 6.00 pm - 8.00 pm

Where: National Portrait Gallery, Canberra

Cost: Free to attend | Entry to the Exhibition, drinks and canapes

Special Instructions:

Carpark and street parking nearby
Elizabeth Pakchung will be attending the event. Please let Elizabeth know by 14 July if you are planning to attend and provide guest details. Elizabeth is a member of the NPG Foundation and former member of the NPG Board.

Host: Elizabeth Pakchung

Host Details: elizabeth@pakchung.com | 0419 586 703

Open to all IWFA members and potential new members/guests.