Collette Dinnigan AO is one of Australia’s most acclaimed fashion designers, creative entrepreneurs and keynote speakers, celebrated for her pioneering career, global success and enduring influence across fashion, interiors and design. Perfect for corporate conferences, leadership forums, women’s events, business summits, fashion industry gatherings and creative innovation programs, Collette shares inspiring lessons on creativity, leadership and building a world-class brand.
Awarded an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for her services to fashion and philanthropy, Collette made history as the first Australian designer to present a full ready-to-wear collection in Paris. Her signature style and creative vision quickly earned international recognition, with her designs worn by some of the world’s most celebrated women, including Nicole Kidman, Angelina Jolie, Beyoncé, the Duchess of Cambridge and Princess Mary of Denmark.
Throughout her career, Collette Dinnigan AO has successfully expanded beyond fashion into interiors, publishing, homewares and global brand collaborations, demonstrating the power of innovation, adaptability and entrepreneurial thinking. Her remarkable journey—from working in costume design to becoming an internationally recognised creative leader—offers valuable insights into resilience, risk-taking and long-term business success.
Through engaging storytelling and behind-the-scenes experiences from the worlds of fashion, design and entrepreneurship, Collette inspires audiences to embrace creativity, trust their instincts and build brands that stand the test of time.
Speaking Topics Include:
• Collette’s Inside Story to Business Success
• Creativity, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Building and Growing a Global Brand
• Leadership Through Change and Reinvention
• Collaboration, Design and Commercial Success
• The Power of Instinct in Business and Life
Insightful, authentic and highly inspiring, Collette Dinnigan AO shares the lessons behind one of Australia’s most successful creative careers.
Enquire now to book Collette Dinnigan AO for your next event!
Perfect For:
• corporate conferences & business summits
• women’s leadership & networking events
• fashion, retail & creative industry forums
• keynote presentations & innovation programs
