Expressions of interest were requested from some of Australia's leading designers to provide a new look for our domestic and international cabin crew and ground staff.
The design brief was to provide a modern, attractive and functional uniform, suitable for a premium airline operating in both domestic and international arenas.
After an intensive selection process, Australian fashion designer Peter Morrissey was chosen to design the new uniforms. Morrissey's interpretation of the design brief most impressed the selection panel.
Morrissey said he was honoured to have his fashion brand chosen by Qantas and that his uniforms would reflect the airline's modern attitude with a distinctive Australian edge.
The striking design projects the 'Spirit of Australia'. The style is fresh and contemporary with colours that reflect the shades of our natural landscape. The uniforms feature:
- Distinctive, new 'Wirriyarra' textile designs by John and Ros Moriarty from Balarinji Design Studio. Balarinji is the company behind our distinctive Aboriginal painted aircraft.
- Modern stretch fabrics with six mix-and-match options to suit different work environments and climates.
- Australian wool suits in black (flight attendants) and charcoal (ground staff) have been combined with the Wirriyarra design in three colours - Rock (for Qantas flight attendants), Ochre (for QantasLink flight attendants) and Opal (for airport and ground staff).
- Practical design features including pre-tied scarves, pen pockets, fixed-position badges, new platinum wings, tie and scarf pins, and wallets have been created, along with belts, shoes and even a range of cabin crew luggage in mock crocodile.
Development of the Qantas Uniform
Over the years there has been many changes to the Qantas uniform. Take a look at some of the Qantas uniforms over our 82-year history.
