Liz Mitchell
ambassador
oncology
New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation
New Zealand
Biography
Fusing timeless glamour with a strong modern edge, Liz Mitchell is one of New Zealand’s leading couture and ready to wear designers. In 2005 Liz was appointed a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to the fashion industry. Her garments are on display at the Museum of New Zealand, Te Papa Tongarewa, and have been worn at previous Academy Award ceremonies by Oscar nominee Keisha Castle-Hughes and Oscar winner Richard Taylor (Weta Workshop). Liz was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2003 and has been an outspoken advocate of improved access to new treatments.
Research Interest
Fusing timeless glamour with a strong modern edge, Liz Mitchell is one of New Zealand’s leading couture and ready to wear designers. In 2005 Liz was appointed a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to the fashion industry. Her garments are on display at the Museum of New Zealand, Te Papa Tongarewa, and have been worn at previous Academy Award ceremonies by Oscar nominee Keisha Castle-Hughes and Oscar winner Richard Taylor (Weta Workshop). Liz was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2003 and has been an outspoken advocate of improved access to new treatments.
