Capella Sydney, Australia's most awarded luxury hotel, announces its official partnership with Australian Fashion Week as a luxury hotel partner of the prestigious event which will be held in Sydney from May 12 - 16, 2025.

The partnership sees the leading hotel brand supporting the country's most significant fashion event of the year with international guest accommodation, special rates for Australian Fashion Week delegates and participants, and onsite activations in Capella's premium hospitality venues that celebrate the vibrance of Australia's fashion culture and the vital role it plays on the global fashion stage.

The sponsorship comes at a milestone moment for Australian Fashion Week, in a year that sees a transformational shift under the new leadership of the Australian Fashion Council to a not-for-profit model. Capella Sydney's General Manager, Marc von Arnim, said: “We are incredibly proud to be supporting the Australian Fashion Council in its inaugural year of the new look Australian Fashion Week. The Capella brand is synonymous with innovation, style, art and design so we are proud to be supporting an initiative that provides such a vital platform for these creative fields to thrive. We are committed to doing our part to cement Australian Fashion Week as a key cultural milestone on the Sydney event calendar.”

On securing Capella Sydney as a luxury hotel partner, Kellie Hush, Chief Executive Officer of AFC Australian Fashion Week said: “We are thrilled to have Capella Sydney's incredible support as we reimagine Australian Fashion Week 2025. We have an impressive group of international delegates flying in from all over the world, and we know they will be looked after by the incredible team at Capella. What an introduction to Sydney! The business of fashion continues to be an exciting but challenging industry, which is why Australian Fashion Week must continue to grow and support our local businesses, and we can't do that without the generous support of our sponsors.”

As an official Australian Fashion Week partner, Capella Sydney is extending an offer of 15% off its best available rate (available from May 5-21) so guests can immerse themselves in luxury while attending events throughout the week. During their stay, guests can soak up the ambience of Aperture over a special Fashion Week inspired Afternoon Tea and close off the night after an evening show with an iconic, limited edition fashion week cocktail program at Capella Sydney's stunning McRae Bar.

Capella Sydney is renowned for creating unforgettable moments that stay with people well beyond the walls of the beautiful heritage building in which it resides. The Capella Sydney Australian Fashion Week experiences include:

Exclusive Australian Fashion Week Hotel Offer:
● Exclusive Australian Fashion Week Stay Offer – experience Fashion Week in style with 15% off your stay at Capella Sydney.
● Promo Code: CAFW
● Valid: 5–21 May 2025
● Inclusions: Daily breakfast, exclusive access to The Living Room, and complimentary non-alcoholic beverages.
● Make a reservation here

An Elegant Fashion Week Afternoon Tea at Capella Sydney's Aperture:
● Celebrate the week with Aperture's Signature Afternoon Tea, in collaboration with Australian Fashion Week.
● The experience puts a contemporary spin on traditional afternoon tea, celebrating Australia's finest seasonal produce and patisserie techniques. Expect lobster rolls with yuzu mayo, tuna tartare on tapioca crisp, delicate desserts, and warm scones with clotted cream and raspberry rosella jam – all paired with a curated tea selection.
● $150 per person – includes a glass of Dom Pérignon 2015 vintage.
● Available: 12–16 May | Bookings from 12:30–3:30pm daily.
● Make a reservation here

Global Fashion Cocktails at McRae Bar:
A globally inspired cocktail menu that brings Australian Fashion Week and Sydney to the world stage. This curated selection of cocktails pays homage to the world's iconic fashion capitals – Paris, Milan, New York, London and Sydney – each a reimagined classic reflecting the style of its city.
Available at Capella Sydney's chic cocktail bar, McRae Bar, from 12–16 May, the global cocktail collection includes:

● Ligne Royale (Paris) – a refined take on the Kir Royale: minimalist, chic, and effortlessly elegant.
● The Tailor's Vesper (London) – an innovative take on a Vesper Martini, a drink that makes a statement without excess, polished and elegant
● Coastal Cobbler (Sydney) – a fresh and local spin on the cobbler, drawing on Sydney's contemporary energy and showcasing local Australian ingredients
● Negroni Morphsis (Milan) – the exploration of the negroni in different textures, pushing the traditional boundaries, this is an expression of Milan's bold shapes, designs and effortless ability to make innovative statements
● Fifth & Fade Sour (New York) – a spin on the New York Sour and inspired by the bright lights and electric energy of Fifth Avenue

At Capella Sydney, every moment is an invitation to indulge and a visit to Brasserie 1930 is no exception. In collaboration with the esteemed Bentley Group, this contemporary dining experience pays homage to Australia's culinary heritage through native ingredients, sustainable local produce, and forward-thinking techniques. Set within a magnificently restored, heritage-listed space adorned with art and architectural grandeur, Brasserie 1930 offers a contemporary Australian take on the traditional brasserie experience. Complementing the menu is a thoughtfully curated wine programme, featuring distinguished producers from around the globe. Guests can make a reservation at Brasserie 1930 and discover an unforgettable union of flavour, craft, and culture. Reservations for Brasserie 1930 can be made here.

Whether attending headline runway shows, indulging in exquisite culinary artistry at Capella Sydney's celebrated dining destinations, or simply absorbing the dynamic energy of Australia's leading fashion event, your journey with Capella is designed to be as effortlessly stylish as it is truly unforgettable.