Glamour and the Dust
The Transformative Rise of First Nations Fashion
Dr. Sarah Jane Springer, the force behind Glamour and the Dust, is a proud Wiradjuri woman, rural generalist, consultant in First Nations health, cultural safety advocate, and model. With a career that seamlessly intertwines healthcare, advocacy, high fashion, and her culture, Sarah Jane is redefining what it means to walk in two worlds—both on the runway and in the boardroom.
A Movement, Not Just an Industry
First Nations fashion is more than a rising industry—it is a movement. It is a powerful reclamation of identity, cultural expression, and storytelling through design. As a dedicated ambassador for First Nations fashion and creatives, Sarah Jane uses her platform to showcase the extraordinary talent of First Nations designers, models, and artisans, bringing their work into mainstream recognition.
Dr. Sarah Jane Springer, a proud Wiradjuri woman, seamlessly weaves culture, advocacy, and high fashion into her work, showcasing the strength and beauty of First Nations design. Photographer: Lowelle Hunter from @salty_one_here. Clair Helen’s – Sally Top and Pants set in pink , Teagan Murdock - Ngumpie Weaving – emu feather headpiece, Daisy Hill - Daisy in Dots – earrings
Her journey in fashion has seen her collaborate with leading First Nations designers such as Buluuy Mirrii, Clair Helen, Ngumpie Weaving, Mumred, Miimi and Jinda, Maara, Milan Dhiiyaan, and Daisy in Dots, to name a few. Her work embodies a proud fusion of heritage and contemporary design, proving that First Nations fashion is not only relevant but revolutionary.
Beyond Trends: A Space for Cultural Empowerment
Through Glamour and the Dust, Sarah Jane also champions diversity beyond ethnicity, emphasising age, personal style, and the multifaceted nature of First Nations identity.
She believes that fashion should be a space of empowerment, where authenticity and cultural storytelling take precedence over trends. As a national advocate, Sarah Jane works to amplify First Nations voices across multiple industries, championing cultural excellence and ensuring it is both recognised and celebrated. Her impact on First Nations fashion is significant, helping to break barriers and create opportunities for models, designers, and creatives to lead and thrive.
More than fashion
First Nations design is a statement of sovereignty, resilience, and cultural pride. Sarah Jane Springer embodies this in her work with First Nations designers. Sarah is wearing Samala Cronin – Mumred – velvet dress and head piece. Daisy Hill - Daisy in Dots earrings. Photograph by Lowelle Hunter from @salty_one_here
The Future of First Nations Fashion
As First Nations fashion continues to transform Australia’s style landscape, Sarah Jane Springer remains at the forefront, pushing boundaries, celebrating culture, and redefining glamour—one runway at a time.
First Nations fashion is redefining modern style. Sarah Jane Springer proves that cultural storytelling and high fashion are not only compatible but revolutionary. Sarah is wearing Colleen Tighe Johnson - Buluuy Miri - Gunaguna Yuluwirri Nhiibi (couture dress). Photographer: Lowelle Hunter @salty_one_here.
