A New Zealand designer has launched a competition offering a catwalk wedding to an Australian lesbian couple. ‘Come on Oz, say I do,’ is a campaign by designer Annah Stretton, being run in conjunction with New Zealand Fashion Week. The winning couple will have a wedding on a catwalk, in front of “1000 fashionistas and supporters of same sex marriage” on 7 September. Stretton says it’s not just about celebrating marriage equality in New Zealand, but also encouraging Australia to follow New Zealand’s lead. "This is a cause that I am incredibly passionate about," Stretton says. "I have always been proud to call myself a New Zealander and even more so now that we do not discriminate against those who want to be married based on their gender. “Because they cannot yet get married in their own country, I’m inviting our Aussie neighbours to jump the ditch and, using the platform I have been given at New Zealand Fashion Week, be married for the world to see in what is set to be a fashion show extravaganza that will be remembered for years to come." The couple will each be dressed in designer gowns by Annah Stretton, receive return flights and accommodation from their nearest capital city, a wedding after party to be attended by 250 guests, an exclusive video and photography package. Stretton will also be completely dressing the entire bridal party and all invited guests as part of her show. The competition is open until 30 July 2013, Aussie women can enter here
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First published: Monday, 8th July 2013 - 1:34pm