Speech by PSCST at Denim Delight Party of "4th Hong Kong Denim Festival - Denim Artistry" (English only)
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Tony (Chairman of the Vocational Training Council, Mr Tony Tai), distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen,
Good evening. It gives me great pleasure to join you at the Denim Delight Party of the "4th Hong Kong Denim Festival - Denim Artistry", which celebrates the artistry of denim through a spectacular fashion show staged against Hong Kong's stunning skyline and unparalleled view of Victoria Harbour.
Under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Hong Kong Government, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) is delighted to have sponsored the Hong Kong Denim Festival since its inauguration in 2019. This evening marks the fourth edition of the Festival, which is also one of the programmes of the second edition of the CCIDA-sponsored Hong Kong Fashion Fest that is organised by a host of our partners.
Hong Kong Fashion Fest provides a platform for local and international fashion brands to showcase and connect, to ultimately develop Hong Kong into a fashion design hub in Asia. I welcome all of you to experience the vibrant spirit of Hong Kong fashion, and to join us at a variety of exciting fashion events, including fashion shows, exhibitions, conferences and workshops, which will be held in various locations in Hong Kong until December 7.
Denim is a symbol of versatility. Its application has evolved from making streetwear like jeans and jackets to creating high-end fashion, stylish accessories, home decor, and even artistic pieces. The Hong Kong Denim Festival will present a wide range of denim works, guiding audiences through the enduring artistry and craftsmanship of denim, and showcasing its vast possibilities.
Today's fashion show shines a spotlight on the emerging generation of designers who are driving Hong Kong's creative scene forward with bold ideas and fresh perspectives. We will see the creative designs of eight local young denim artisans alongside the work of a well-established Hong Kong fashion label. It demonstrates one of the Government's nurturing efforts for local design talents.
This year, the Denim Festival has gone beyond to real businesses by arranging in these two months for our emerging local designers to showcase their talents through in-store campaigns with the support of leading denim brands. Through such collaborations, our designers will be able to gain exposure, hands-on retail experience and first-hand feedback from buyers, which will definitely uplift their portfolios and empower them to grow their businesses.
I would like to extend my gratitude to the Hong Kong Design Institute of the Vocational Training Council for organising this meaningful programme. We look forward to more opportunities in the fashion industry that inspire young talents to pursue entrepreneurship and provide them with exposure on the global stage.
We are determined to develop our fashion design industry and bring about more opportunities to our designers. On a related note, let me take this opportunity to call on everyone in Hong Kong's fashion community to support the 2025 Legislative Council General Election on December 7. Cast your vote to elect representatives who can help shape a brighter future for Hong Kong.
I wish you all a wonderful and enjoyable evening. Thank you.
Ends/Monday, November 24, 2025
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