What everyone was talking about: The overall collection- Alice McCall has taken her label to new heights with very wearable feminine pieces. The Collection: Architectural silhouettes are softened through fluid fabrics and washed out tones. Inspired by botanist illustrator Ernst Haekel and intricate Art Nouveau jewels of Rene Jules Lalique, the wonders of the ocean are explored through...
What everyone was talking about: A surfboard carried down the runway – perfect accessory to show off a true seafaring girl at heart. The Collection: Surfer girl meets luxe through slouchy knits, fluid silks and abstract prints combined with tailored pieces and metallics. The Look: An emphasis on the brows, bronzed eyeshadow and cheeks to appear sun...
What everyone was talking about: Bold prints – an easy way to bring the wow factor to your outfit with minimal effort required. The Collection: Showcasing futuristic prints teamed with boxy, graphic and structured pieces. Sheer becomes edgy with clean lines and architectural silhouettes. The Look: A centre plait is the focus for the hair while orange lips...
What everyone is talking about: Who needs to go to Amsterdam, we’ve got mushroom magic right here. The sorbet psychadelic set by Anya Schultz of Pip and Pop (a dead giveaway of acid tripp’n things to come). Anna take a twirl, and Luke, take a bow – you’re both leading the charge in brilliant Australian fashion. The Collection: Is...
What everyone was talking about: Brown leather skirts- transforming leather into a casual daytime look. The Collection: Snapshots of Marilyn Monroe and her life are intertwined throughout the collection. Baseball caps and baseball stitching details shed light onto Marilyn’s love, Joe Dimaggio while the true essence of the woman herself is seen through floaty and feminine fabrics. The Look:...
What everyone was talking about: Cherry blossom branches spotted with deep fuschia flowers suspended above by botanica mistress Saskia Heavkes of Grandiflora, while eerie fog made its way along the runway. The verdict on this combination – a whimsical delight. The Collection: Staying true to the Aje’s aesthetic, tough is contrasted with sophisticated femininity through floaty frocks, high-waisted mini skirts...
What everyone was talking about: Cobalt blue is the new black. The Collection: A new silhouette is explored – a polished combination of tailored and looser pieces which respect and flatter the female form. Colour is limited but effective with blue, grey, black and white. The Look: Natural with flushed cheeks and a slightly pink lip....
What everyone was talking about: The cardboard stools the guests sat on for the off-site show – surprisingly sturdy! Having a beer with Founders Arran Russell, Felix Chan and Huw Bennett post show. The Collection: Casual chic and super wearable. Smart tailored pieces combined with street wear edge. Vanishing Elephant’s debut at Fashion Week collection was inspired...
What everyone was talking about: A beach cruiser bicycle making its way down the runway. On yer bike vibe – fun and eternally youthful. The Collection: Captivating digital prints ranging from landscapes to animal snapshots are portrayed through an explosion of colour. Landscape images are printed in warm tones of golden yellow and lush greens while some...
What everyone was talking about: How many fashion awards this 23 y. o wunderkid already has under his belt. The industrial locale. Models Julia Nobis and Ruby Jean Wilson. The Collection: Unique fabrics and shapes worn by the confident, modern woman. Contrasts of sheer fabrics mixed with leather, high necks and plunging V backs. A colour...
