Season 5 lineup

Meet our designers

Five visionary designers take the runway at our fifth-year celebration, Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Portland, Oregon.

Returning and new

The 2026 lineup

Five visionary designers bring their distinct perspectives to our fifth-year milestone, honoring Pacific Island culture while pushing fashion forward through bold, modern, and original design.

Their collections walk on Saturday, October 24 at Fusion Social House in Portland. Be in the room when they do.

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Le Pasefika Runway 2026 designer lineup: Nika Wase, Penelope Tinitali, Siatula Brown, Diandra Brown, and Kose Solia.
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The 2026 theme

Cultural Avant-Garde

This year's theme brings cultural heritage and forward-thinking fashion together. Here is what our designers are working from.

Designers are invited to honor the traditions, stories, textiles, craftsmanship, and identities of their communities while transforming those influences into bold, experimental, and innovative design. Think dramatic silhouettes, unexpected materials, artistic construction, contemporary interpretations of traditional garments, and meaningful cultural storytelling.

Every collection should respectfully represent the designer's inspiration while presenting a fresh vision of how culture can shape the future of fashion.