County Antrim models take centre stage at Victoria Square’s Platform 26 fashion show
Taylor Kirk,Ballyclare, models Frasers and Levi's at Platform 26, Victoria Square
Sunday 27 September 2026
County Antrim modelling talent stepped into the spotlight at Victoria Square as three local models took to the runway for the Belfast shopping destination’s latest Autumn/Winter fashion showcase.
Cooper Dudley-Fergus from Ballymoney, Meagan Green from Lisburn and Taylor Kirk from Ballyclare were among the models showcasing new-season looks at Platform 26 on Friday 25 September.
County Antrim talent on the runway
The event transformed part of Victoria Square’s car park into an underground, subway-inspired fashion venue, providing an unusual backdrop for two runway shows featuring Autumn/Winter 2026 collections from retailers across the centre.
Styled by Cool FM’s Rebecca McKinney and Victoria Square Personal Shopper Taylor Armstrong, the show combined everyday wardrobe staples with statement pieces and more elevated seasonal looks.
The collections highlighted some of the trends expected to feature prominently over the coming months, including rich textures, layering and standout pieces designed to bring impact to Autumn/Winter wardrobes.
Fashion meets beauty at Platform 26
Meagan Green, Lisburn, models Guess at Platform 26, Victoria Square
The runway formed part of a wider evening of fashion, beauty and entertainment, with guests also invited to visit The Beauty Junction before the shows began.
The interactive beauty space brought together brands offering complimentary touch-ups, expert advice and samples, allowing guests to explore beauty products and prepare for the evening before taking their seats.
Michelle Greeves, Centre Manager at Victoria Square, said the event had been designed to offer visitors more than a traditional fashion show.
“Platform 26 gave us the opportunity to celebrate the arrival of Autumn/Winter in a really creative and engaging way.
“From the styling and runway looks to The Beauty Junction, we wanted to create an experience that was about more than simply showcasing new collections. It was fantastic to see guests enjoying the evening and getting inspiration for the season ahead, we’re delighted with how the event came together.”
Local talent in the spotlight
Cooper Dudley-Fergus, Ballymoney models Rio Brazil and Crew Clothing at Platform 26, Victoria Square
For Cooper, Meagan and Taylor, Platform 26 provided an opportunity to represent Ballymoney, Lisburn and Ballyclare respectively at one of Northern Ireland’s best-known shopping destinations, placing County Antrim talent alongside the new-season collections on the runway.
With two shows staged during the evening, Platform 26 brought together fashion, styling and beauty while giving models from across the wider region a prominent platform as Victoria Square marked the arrival of its Autumn/Winter 2026 season.
