Muskan, another attendee, shared her experience and insights as well. She has been creating content for over two years and loves representing her South Asian community in the fashion and beauty space, which motivated her to voice her thoughts and discuss the lack of diversity at AFW. Muskan described the atmosphere as electric, with people of different sizes and backgrounds expressing themselves through fashion. However, despite being interviewed and photographed a few times, the media coverage largely ignored this diversity. "Instead, it focused on a very specific group of people, overshadowing more interesting and bolder looks," she said.

Leaving ethics aside, she believes brands need to capitalise on the fact that Australia is a multicultural country. The West often underestimates the passion for fashion in the East. While the media often portrays countries like India as poverty-stricken and disconnected from mainstream fashion, the reality is quite different. The craftsmanship and luxury in fashion from these regions are unparalleled. For instance, Sabyasachi recently made their debut at the Met Gala, and designers like Manish Malhotra are dressing celebrities such as Rihanna and Zendaya. Although the rest of the world is starting to recognise this, the Australian fashion industry is lagging in appreciating the economic power and trend-setting influence of the East. Traditional garments like lehengas and saris are treated as couture for weddings, even for guests. Despite this, Australian brands often overlook these markets, failing to see the immense value and buying power they represent. This lack of representation feels like a significant oversight.