Interview of Amy Abrahams by Alison Lennard
Philosophy Australia is an Australian womenswear label based in Sydney, known for making clothes that are designed to be worn often rather than just occasionally. It focuses on considered design, good fit, and locally made pieces that prioritise longevity over trend cycles, with a strong emphasis on keeping production close to home and connected to real life wearability.
Revel Runway is an independent fashion platform created by Canberra stylist and body-positive advocate Amy Abrahams, bringing together models, designers, creatives, and audiences in a more inclusive, community-driven take on the traditional runway format. Rather than presenting fashion as something to passively observe, it’s designed as an immersive space where representation, connection, and participation sit at the centre.
Philosophy Australia joined Revel Runway as a supporting partner across 2025 and 2026, aligning with the event’s focus on real people, diverse expression, and fashion that feels grounded in everyday life rather than removed from it.
Philosophy Australia founder, Alison Lennard chatted with Amy about the why behind Revel Runway.
What drove you to create Revel Runway? What was your “why”?
I wanted to create something that reflected more of what I want to see in the Fashion Industry.
For so long, fashion spaces have felt exclusive – not always intentionally, but in a way that leaves so many people feeling like they are on the outside looking in. Revel was born because I refuse to believe that that’s the way things should be and someone needed to create a space where people could see themselves reflected on the runway, in the energy of the room, and in the clothing itself.
It was never just about fashion. It was about representation, confidence, and permission -permission to take up space, to be seen, and to feel celebrated exactly as you are.
When you were shaping Revel, what were the non-negotiables? What did it have to include?
Diversity had to be real, not symbolic and started with a simple question “ who doesn’t have a seat at the table”
That meant different sizes, different ages, different backgrounds — not as a feature, but as the foundation. I wanted the runway to look like all of us and made decisions that got me as close to that as possible.
The second was experience. I didn’t want it to feel like a traditional fashion show where you sit, watch, and leave. I wanted connection — spaces to talk, to try, to engage, to feel part of something.
And finally, joy. Fashion should feel good. It should feel uplifting, not intimidating. That emotional response was just as important as the clothes themselves.
Looking at 2026, what are you most proud of?
The evolution.
Each year, Revel has grown — not just in size, but in depth. The 2026 event felt more immersive, more connected, and more confident in what it stands for.
But honestly, what I’m most proud of is the women – the models, the brands, the stylists, the hair and makeup teams. Seeing them all put themselves out there and challenge themselves whether that’s walking the runway, pulling together their first runway show looks, putting their brand out there or being part of their first fashion event, I loved seeing everyone own their moment and support each other — that’s everything. The energy in the room is something you can’t manufacture. It comes from people feeling seen.
That’s when I know we’re doing something right.
And what are you looking forward to for 2027?
More reach, but with the same heart.
I’d love to expand the platform — bring in more designers, more voices, more women who need this space. But it’s important that as we grow, we don’t lose what makes Revel special.
It will always be about the values and purpose first.
I’m also excited to continue pushing the conversation forward — showing that inclusive fashion isn’t a niche. It’s the future. And it’s already here.
