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Welcome to the 2023 H@ck3r Runway landing page.

We returned to Defcon 31 for the 5th time last year and it was a hoot. Hack3r Runw@y continued to bring out all the chic geeks out there. It encouraged rethinking fashion in the eyes of hackers/pentesters. There were smartwear, LED additions, obfuscation, cosplay or just everyday wear using fabrics and textures that are familiar to the community. There were a surprising amount of on-the-spot entries that left with prizes. Contestants could enter clothing, shoes, jewelry, hats or accessories. If it was wearable, it was perfect for the runway. For convenience, contestants entered the contest with designs made ahead of the conference, however it needed to be made by them and not just store bought. This year @yellowsubtab lost the People's Choice trophy to a new, winner Kelly who presented us with a convertible cocktail dress with faraday lining.

Event Held: August 12, 2023, 6:00PM PST

forum map showing where the contest is located

Like 2022, awards were handed out in 4 categories selected by esteemed judges and the audience selected a final People's Choice winner:

Other Participants on stage: FX, Rebeka, Yellowsubtab, Dan and Zack, __t0rn__, Bo

Defcon 31 Competitors

Stay up to date with changes by following @hack3runway on Twitter. Don't have an entry? You can still participate. Come to the CONTEST AREA At 6pm PST to cheer on and vote for your favorite.

Your images and/or video will be used in a public presentation for the Defcon 32 Conference. Thank you for helping to make this a success.

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