Catwalk facts for kids

Catwalk at a fashion show in Barcelona

Catwalk on a bridge

A catwalk is a special raised walkway. You'll most often hear this word when talking about fashion shows. Here, models walk along the catwalk to show off new clothes and designs. But catwalks aren't just for fashion! They can also be found in other places, like on a ship where they are raised paths above the main decks. Sometimes, the word runway is used, which is similar, but a runway doesn't always have to be off the ground.

Fashion on Film: The Catwalk Documentary

The world of fashion runways was captured in a documentary film simply called Catwalk. This movie was made in 1993 by director Robert Leacock. It gave viewers a peek into the busy lives of famous models.

What the Movie Showed

The film followed well-known models like Christy Turlington, Naomi Campbell, Yasmin Le Bon, Kate Moss, and Carla Bruni. It showed them traveling to big fashion cities such as London, Milan, Paris, and New York. The movie focused on what happens during Spring Fashion Week, including lots of behind-the-scenes moments.

The documentary was filmed using both black and white, and color. It also featured many top fashion designers as they worked on their amazing creations. Some of these designers included John Galliano, Justin Thomas, Karl Lagerfeld, and Gianni Versace. The film offers a unique look at the fashion industry from that time.

Images for kids

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  Catwalk through difficult ground

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  Sailors on a catwalk

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  Fashion model on the runway, Romantika Fashion, Sofia, Bulgaria

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  Models on the catwalk