Karen Walker
Karen Walker is a leading New Zealand fashion designer celebrated for her distinctive style and innovative approach to design. She has successfully expanded her brand internationally, creating a unique niche that blends high fashion with accessibility.
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Karen Walker has moved her label to Britomart.
High St Was Once A Fashion District. Where Have The Labels Gone?
New Zealand· 2026-01-29
This much-loved silhouette from Karen Walker has had a summer glow-up.
26 Smart-Casual Summer Tops You Can Wear To Work, Or Away From ItNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
A print from the Karen Walker archives has been revived in her latest collection.
15 Summer Dresses Comfortable Enough To Lounge InNew Zealand· 2025-12-18
Karen Walker's monogram shoe laces come in a range of fun summer colours.
Viva Gift Guide: Beautiful & Practical Presents Under $50New Zealand· 2025-11-26
A sturdy oval frame from Karen Walker that considers finer details.
11 Pairs Of Sunglasses To Add Polish & Protection For Summer EnsemblesNew Zealand· 2025-09-19
Karen Walker's return to the New Zealand Fashion Week runway was chaos, just as she planned.
Two Decades Of Knuefermann: Meet The Quiet Force Behind The DesignsNew Zealand· 2025-09-17
Fashion designer Karen Walker has always delighted in presenting the unexpected.
By the numbers: New Zealand Fashion Week: Kahuria 2025 delivers big crowds and economic lift for AucklandNew Zealand· 2025-09-16
Fashion designer Karen Walker has always delighted in presenting the unexpected.
The Best Beauty Moments From New Zealand Fashion Week: Kahuria 2025New Zealand· 2025-09-01
Karen Walker returned to the runway with a show that aimed to deliver a joyful moment.
What The Viva Team Added To Their Wishlist At NZFW: KahuriaNew Zealand· 2025-09-01
Karen Walker delighted in presenting the unexpected at New Zealand Fashion Week.
New Zealand Fashion Week: The Keep, Pacific Fusion Fashion Show & The Graduate Collections Have Vision For The FutureNew Zealand· 2025-08-30
Karen Walker made a spectacular return to the runway after 15 years.
New Zealand Fashion Week Kahuria 2025 - Day 4: Zambesi, Karen Walker, Untouched World, Future Of Fashion, AFC, & MoreNew Zealand· 2025-08-28
Karen Walker has always delighted in presenting the unexpected.
Karen Walker’s Return To The New Zealand Fashion Week Runway Was Chaos, Just As She PlannedNew Zealand· 2025-08-28
Karen Walker has said the brand has a very clear objective: using Fashion Week to connect with the audience.
Why Is It Important New Zealand Has Its Own Fashion Week In 2025?New Zealand· 2025-08-20
Guests at Winfrey's small VIP pre-show gathering included Karen Walker.
Oprah Winfrey returns to Auckland for one-off show at Spark ArenaNew Zealand· 2025-08-03
Lochie Stonehouse has directed campaigns for designer Karen Walker.
Urban Decay Appoints Lochie Stonehouse As Its New Global Makeup Artist In ResidenceNew Zealand· 2025-07-19
Karen Walker would return to the runway in 2025, her first NZFW appearance in 15 years.
NZ Fashion Week 2025: Leading Designers Karen Walker, Juliette Hogan And Kathryn Wilson On Why They’re ReturningNew Zealand· 2025-07-02
Karen Walker presents on the schedule for the first time in more than 15 years.
NZ Fashion Week 2025: 25 Things You Need To Know About The Event’s New EraNew Zealand· 2025-06-26
Karen Walker is a fashion designer and a long-time ambassador for Breast Cancer Cure.
Society Insider: Chef Al Brown dating businesswoman Wendy Francis-Ching; The Carlin hotel’s transformation; former St Kent’s student’s Ivy League dreamsNew Zealand· 2025-06-11
Karen Walker is a notable fashion designer who attended the event.
Party-goer who damaged Olafur Eliasson artwork worth $333,000 granted name suppressionNew Zealand· 2025-05-02
Karen Walker is a notable fashion designer who attended the event.
Party-goer charged for damage to Eliasson exhibition at Auckland Art GalleryNew Zealand· 2025-04-22Karen Walker is a designer who launched her label in 1987 and is involved in New Zealand Fashion Week 2025.
Karen Walker’s surprise return to new-look New Zealand Fashion Week 2025New Zealand· 2025-03-28
Fashion designer and BCC ambassador Karen Walker will be in conversation with broadcaster Petra Bagust.
Society Insider: Erica Stanford carries on Nikki Kaye’s charity legacy; golfer Laura Hoskin’s and Matt Owen’s wedding plans; Mikayla Haycock and Toby Baker’s glam LA lifeNew Zealand· 2025-03-26
Karen Walker is a leading fashion designer known for her success outside the traditional framework of the industry.
How This Everest-Tested NZ Mountaineering Brand Went From A Converted Milking Shed To The WorldNew Zealand· 2025-03-14
