Help Payton Model at Eco Fashion Week in Italy!

Our beautiful and talented daughter, Payton, has been given an incredible opportunity—she has been invited to model internationally at Eco Fashion Week in Florence, Italy, this May!

This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Payton, and we couldn’t be prouder of her. After participating in Eco Fashion Week in Australia late last year, she has now been invited to represent sustainable fashion on the world stage, making her the youngest model in her group to receive this honour.

What is Eco Fashion Week?

Eco Fashion Week is a global movement dedicated to promoting sustainable fashion—designing clothes that are not only stylish but also environmentally responsible.

This means:

♻️ Ethical & Fair Trade Practices – Supporting brands that treat workers fairly

Sustainable Materials – Using organic, recycled, or upcycled fabrics

Slow Fashion – Encouraging quality over fast, disposable trends

This event, in collaboration with the Italian Embassy, will be the first of its kind ever in Italy—and Payton has been invited to be part of this history-making moment!

Payton’s Dream

Payton has been passionate about modelling since she was little, and this opportunity is a huge step toward turning that dream into a professional career. She has worked so hard to build her confidence, experience, and skills, and we know she will shine on the international stage.

How You Can Help

Payton is required to self-fund her trip and she will be volunteering her time (ie, she won’t be getting paid). The cost for two weeks in Italy is approximately $12,000, covering flights, accommodation, meals, and event expenses. Because this invitation came so close to the event, we are only able to cover half the costs, and we need help raising the remaining $6,000.

Any donation, big or small, will bring us one step closer to making this dream a reality for Payton. Every contribution means the world to us, and we will be forever grateful for your generosity and support.

Why This Means So Much

As parents, Ryan and I would move heaven and earth to make this happen for our girl. She has worked so hard, and she truly deserves this opportunity. To have the chance to model on an international stage, represent Australia, and be part of something as important as sustainable fashion is something we cannot let slip away.

We would be so grateful for your support, shares, and encouragement. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for believing in Payton’s dream and helping her take this next big step in her journey!

With love and gratitude,

Ryan, Annabel and Payton