World of WearableArt (WOW) is an internationally recognised design competition, attracting entries from more than 40 countries each year. The competition features

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entries, which are judged on durability, the safety and comfort of the models, and the impact of the design on the stage. During the three weeks of the competition, around 60,000 people attend the event in

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hosted the World of WearableArt & Classic Cars Museum (WOW) devoted to

and

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. It opened in . The museum exhibits garments from the World of WearableArt Awards Show, along with a collection of around 140 classic cars. In 2019, Sarah Foster-Sproull, was the festival's choreographer. The museum closed in during the

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, but may reopen after a year to 18 months. The Gala show for 2020 was cancelled due to

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and was replaced by an exhibit in Wellington. It returned in 2022.

World of WearableArt & Classic Cars Museum

The Museum showcased two collections that "collide in a celebration of design, innovation and wonder". There are over 60

garments alongside more than 140

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s in total.

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