Sarah Hutson

As one of the Designers with

Ravishing Fashionistas, I loved

and worked with their goal to

empower and embrace women of

all sizes, nationality and beliefs. Over

the months we prepped and designed

an outfit that would stand out on the

runway for each of my 10 beautiful

models. RF was a great creative

motivator for me during quiet retail

times. I really enjoyed working with

the models and the many talented

people behind the scenes. We received

a large amount of photography and

videos from the main show, as well

as the promotional shoot, for our own

use. My social media was way up as

all the RF models and crew were very

active on the socials. I had a great overall

experience as I always make the most of

the events I am involved in. SFH Designs 🌺

Sima Waghela

I joined the Ravishing Fashionistas

team as a model in 2018 at it’s inception

and then have been a volunteer and a

sponsor for the other 3 shows. RF

introduced the new concept of bringing

women of all Shapes, Sizes,Ages and

Backgrounds to the runway after training

them over Rehearsals and model

workshops.I have witnessed some pretty

successful Models who started thier

career with RF and are internationally

published models, Professional paid

models and Actors. For me RF is very

special as it empowers and inspires

women to greater heights which is what

my mission is also about. I have learnt

a lot from being part of RF and it’s

definitely boosted my Fashion network

as well as polished my modelling skills

over the years.With RF even the Sky isn’t

the limit. Rise beyond Expectations.

Chona Massingham

This is my second year in a row

joining as a model for the

Ravishingfashionistas. This experience

have brought me to a different level

of learning when it comes to confidence

and expression. The concept creator

Upma Kite herself have shared her

passion to all the women in different

sizes, age and shape to embrace

themselves and be the kind of woman

they want to be. Congratulations Upma,

to all the team and everyone involved

for making a difference in breaking

the stereotypes in the fashion industry!

Julie Timmins

Ravishing Fasionistas lead tirelessly

by Upma Kite continue to deliver

on the vision of diversity and

inclusion. Celebrating all women

by breaking fashion industry

stereotypes, the tradition continues

to bring Brisbane into the spotlight

with fantastic venues, innovative

fashion and accessory designers

and exotic models. Congratulations

Upma and the dedicated RF team

for staying true to the values that

promote and empower women to

find the confidence to embrace

their unique capabilities.

Sher lo

The great part about RF is its

mission to bring diversity in the

fashion industry; breaking

stereotypes about how a model

should look. At our recent Spring

launch at The Old Government

House, there was a great

representation across age, cultural

background and body types. As a

designer, it was a dream come true

to see our work on the RF runway.

Kudos to its founder, Upma Kite for

her unrelenting work to make her

vision a reality.

Nataliya Thacker

I’m extremely grateful to be a part

of the amazing RF4 in 2022 and RF5

this year. I’m 60 years old, Ukrainian.

In past I was very shy and not sure

that I was good enough to call myself

a model. I became confident in my

own skin as a result of the amazing

kindness of Upma Kite and exeptence

to the Ravishing Fashionistas family.

Due to the constant support and

reassure of Upma Kite and all the RF

team I truly believe now that every

woman can be a model in her own

right. Gaining this confidence I

participated in Ms Diamond International

2022 and I’ve been awarded the title

of Ms Diamond International 22. RF

has empowered me to embrace my

unique beauty. Thinking that I’m a

model at my age makes me happy,

and I am able now to overcome all

difficulties in my life. Highly

recommend RF, which breaks

stereotypes in the fashion industry!!!

Thank you, Ravishingfashionistas family!!!

Candice Dunn

Upma, the sponsors, designers,

makeup/hair, organisers and the

modelling team go above and

beyond to organise these incredible

fashion events to be at an elite

standard! Behind the high class

level of professionalism are

many incredibly unique and

haute couture designers which

present eye catching “wow”

statements down the runway. It

is my absolute favourite fashion

show of the year and being behind

the scenes has given me an even

greater appreciation for these

events. Top standard!

Liddi Ribic

Empowering women in restoring their

sense of self-confidence, high self-

esteem, and positive body image.

Lisa De La Haye

As one of this years model I am grateful

and thankful for the opportunity to be a

part of this event. The team are well

organised, clear communication, look

after their models and designers and

always helpful. I really enjoyed the

photo shoot and am looking forward

to the show.

Nataliya Thacker

I’m extremely grateful for the

opportunity to be part of

Ravishingfashionistas 2022

and Ravishingfashionistas 2023.

Upma Kite’s support gave me a lot

of confidence to call myself in my

60th years of age one of the RF’s

models. Exeptance, loving and

nurturing environment in RF family

is unique and real. Thank you Upma

and all RF team for your hard work.

I highly recommend RF!!!

"Sharyn Tidswell"

Love the passion and premise of

Ravishing Fashionista to celebrate

all women and talented designers.

Awesome job, Upma and your team

of enthusiastic volunteers!

"Kate Mckell"

A worthy cause. A fashion parade

with wearable fashion. A chance to

meet new people and make new

friends

"Mohit Gupta"

I think RAVISHING FASHIONISTAS

RUNWAY AND CROWNING CEREMONY

is an exceptional experience because it’s

bringing together some of the best and

brightest in the industry to exchange ideas.

The concept of this particular conference

is the idea that we’re not just going to

maintain, we are going to evolve, and I just

love the sense of growth, and forward

evolution.

"Erin Louise"

Suits everyone for every

shape and style of life xx

" Phuong Nguyen"

A lovely group of people to work

with, thank you for reaching out

to Give and Bake Brisbane. We

arehonoured to be a part of the

experience you create!sss

" Lidija Ribic"

Empowering women in restoring

their sense of self-confidence, high

self-esteem, and positive body

image.

" VonKat Artistry"

Fantastic and unique company.

The staff are friendly and

dedicated. The concept is

just what this world needs

" Ash Raina"

Upma as the brain behind this initiative/

event is absolutely “ravishing” with her

thoughts, strategy and leadership. Eye

for detail in each and every event has

made sure that RF is one of the top

fashion events in the calendar of who’s’

who of QLD. All the very best Upma

and team RF for future endeavours.