Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Corporation collaborates with Target and Caprice on new clothing collection

Phoebe Blogg Published November 2, 2024 at 8.00am (AWST)

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Models wearing the new Warlukurlangu Artists X Target collaboration collection. (Image: Francis Macindoe)

The First Nations fashion sector has seen Target and Caprice unveil a new collaboration with Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Corporation.

Created to celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Indigenous art and storytelling, the new collection puts a cultural touch on a range of garments and accessories.

Featuring captivating artwork by First Nations artists, the new collection is a testament to the enduring power of respectful partnership and cultural exchange, built on a five-year relationship between Caprice and Warlukurlangu Artists.

*Behind the scenes at the Warlukurlangu Artists X Target collection photoshoot. (Image: Francis Macindoe)*

Working hand-in-hand with the artists, their families, and the First Nation community, every facet of this collection—from the designs to the swing tags—has been meticulously crafted in line with the wishes of Mob's involved, their heritage and artistic vision.

Warlukurlangu Artists manager, Cecilia Wilson, said the business is proud to have been provided with the opportunity to collaborate with Caprice and Target to share the stories and artistic legacy of First Nations peoples.

"Warlukurlangu Artists is proud to partner with Caprice and Target to share our community's vibrant stories and artistic legacy," Ms Wilson said.

"Throughout the process, Caprice and Target have demonstrated a deep respect for our culture, ensuring that the artist's vision and our Community's values are at the forefront of this partnership, sharing culture in line with their requests every step of the way."

*A model wearing the new* *Warlukurlangu Artists X Target collection. (Image: Francis Macindoe)*

Featuring adult and childrens ranges of both sleep and swimwear, the new collection is ideal for gift giving as we approach the festive season.

Target and Caprice have extended their deepest gratitude to Warlukurlangu Artists, the Fisher family, Maisie Ward Nungurrayi, and Wingaru Education for their invaluable trust, support, and guidance.

Through this collaboration the three businesses have strived to showcase and celebrate the transformative power of collaboration and the profound importance of preserving and sharing Indigenous culture.

Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Corporation is a not-for-profit organisation that is 100 per cent Aboriginal-owned by its artists from the remote desert communities of Yuendumu and Nyirripi in Central Australia.

"Seeing our family and community designs in this Target collaboration make us happy and proud," said Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Corporation chairperson Wendy Nungurrayi Brown.

"We want to share our stories about our country and want people to know about Warlpiri culture."

*Children wearing the new* *Warlukurlangu Artists X Target collection. (Image: Francis Macindoe)*

Warlukurlangu Artists has been producing gloriously coloured Aboriginal art, promoting Indigenous culture and supporting the remote community of Yuendumu since 1985.

It is a fundamental aim of Warlukurlangu Artists to share Warlpiri culture and in addition, increase awareness about Aboriginal culture generally and broadly support Indigenous causes.

Warlukurlangu Artists, representing the artists and their families, has granted full approval for all aspects of the collection, including artwork usage, packaging, messaging, and communication.

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