Sustainability and glamour 

Katie Perry has been nominated for the 2023 Women Changing the World Awards for her Australian-made sustainable and ethical fashion label, Katie Perry. 

The Women Changing the World Awards – presented by Oprah Winfrey’s all-time favourite guest, Dr Tererai Trent – celebrate and recognise women achieving outstanding success in areas such as sustainability, humanitarian work, leadership, advocacy, technology, and product development.

After working as a stylist, manager, and buyer for labels and stores such as Brown’s, South Molton St London, Jag, Oroton, and David Jones, Perry gained valuable insight into the business and commercial side of the fashion world and finally made the decision to follow her dreams of creating an Aussie-made fashion label.

The brand’s heritage is steeped in sustainable and renewable fabrics such as merino wool, and 16 years on they are still manufacturing locally in Sydney.

Trent’s powerful call to action through these awards aims to awaken hearts, give the women of the world permission to recapture their dreams, and inspire them to come together to forge a brighter path for all.

It can be challenging to create change in the world and Katie Perry gives this advice for others thinking about following their calling to make a difference: “I believe that success comes from continuing to push boundaries and challenging the status quo. Don’t give up, and keep believing in the impact you want to make.”

The winners of the 2023 Women Changing the World Awards will be announced at a glamorous event in London, England on 18 April 2023.