Carly Vidal-Wallace Event & Community Business Specialist

Carly Vidal-Wallace Event & Community Business Specialist Event Specialist • Community-Builder • Strategic Leader • Problem-Solver • Creative Thinker

With a career in the fashion industry ranging from Fashion Editor, Stylist, Creative Director then through to C-Suite roles of General Manager and Head of Global Marketing; Carly also created her own women's RTW label. She went on to be the Founder for an annual Fashion Festival where she Directed this event for two years in one of Australia’s largest States. Her experience also stretches into Fas

hion Curation where while working with Not Just a Label in California she gained a reputation for having an eye for the most likely to succeed emerging fashion designers. Carly now advises a selected mix of different fashion businesses from start-up's, to global fashion companies with turnover in excess of $60m. In recent years she has added a passion to discover, nurture and invest in emerging fashion, with a particular interest in accessories. Carly's stand out career moments have been interviewing Jimmy Choo and chatting about all things fashion at a private fashion event with Diane von Fürstenberg.

Finally …
24/02/2026

Finally …

A quiet rule change in Europe is set to transform how the fashion industry treats waste and responsibility. Starting July 2026, the European Union will officially prohibit the destruction of unsold clothes and shoes, forcing major brands to rethink overproduction.

Instead of discarding usable items, companies must now prioritize recycling, reuse, and smarter production planning. This landmark decision marks a decisive shift toward sustainability in a resource-intensive industry, proving that progress often begins by setting firm boundaries against unnecessary environmental waste.

The new regulations ensure that waste is no longer acceptable in our global future. By mandating circularity, the EU is pushing fashion toward a more ethical model where value is preserved rather than burned or buried in a landfill.

For the past eight years, I’ve proudly been a judge for the International Design Awards in the fashion category. It’s a ...
12/02/2026

For the past eight years, I’ve proudly been a judge for the International Design Awards in the fashion category. It’s a role I continue to take on because giving back to the fashion industry truly matters to me.

Each year, I review over 500 submissions from designers across the globe — from accessories and footwear through to couture. Seeing the creativity, innovation and increasing focus on sustainability is always inspiring, and I’m grateful to contribute my time and experience to help recognise and support the next generation of fashion talent.

One of the most rewarding parts is meeting designers in person at the global awards events — from Oslo to Bangkok — and witnessing the impact that recognition can have on their confidence and careers. These moments are a powerful reminder of why community and mentorship are so important in creative industries.

✨ If you’re a fashion start-up seeking guidance:
I still offer limited consulting and take on one fashion start-up at a time (only if my calendar allows!). If you’re looking for strategic support, industry insight and honest advice as you grow, feel free to reach out via email to submit a request.

Supporting emerging designers / the creative industries will always be something I make space for.

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