CAVALIA
I was lucky enough to attend on of the Melbourne productions of Cavalia, a circus inspired show with a twist. Cavalia blends performing arts, multimedia, special effects and equestrian stunts to great effect....
MYER LIVE STREAM FASHION LAUNCH
With Spring just around the corner, Myer are giving you the chance to get a front row view, to see the hottest trends in fashion this season. Myer are holding their Spring/Summer Collections launch on...
DAVID JONES SPRING/SUMMER 13/14 RUNWAY
All eyes were on Jessica Gomes as she took to the runway for David Jones' Spring/Summer 13/14 runway. Replacing Miranda Kerr as the face of David Jones, Sport Illustrated model Gomes had big shoes to fill,...
VOW TO BE DIFFERENT
Despite arriving at our shoot with not an ounce of makeup on, it's easy to see why the gorgeous Nadia Coppolino caught the eye of AFL footballer, Brownlow winner and now fiance Jimmy Bartel....
SILKSTONEWOOD
With the number of online stores available to shoppers, it's hard to navigate through to find the best e-buys. I was recently introduced to silkstonewood, the brainchild of Meredith East-Powell....
SWOON’S FIRST BIRTHDAY EVENT
Swoon Lifestyle celebrated its first birthday in style with a lavish bash for designers, friends and media. Since launching last year, Swoon has quickly developed a cult following. CLICK HERE TO SEE...
GARY BIGENI X MATTHEW JOHNSON
After discovering Matthew Johnson's work in a Sydney gallery, designer Gary Bigeni approached the Melbourne-based designer to collaborate on his latest collection, Alignment. Not one to shy away from...
LOVER 2013 CAMPAIGN – CHORUS
Starring the ultimate Lover muse...She is a model icon. A talented musician. Her rare beauty has captivated the fashion industry. Australian label Lover has continued their success in the global market,...
LAUNCH OF STOLI’S ORGNL.TV – GIVEAWAY
To celebrate the launch of Stolichnaya® Premium Vodka's online editorial channel ORGNL.TV, Couturing are teaming up with Stoli for a very special giveaway. Given that Stolichnaya® Premium Vodka is...
EQUIPMENT FW13 CAMPAIGN FEATURING THE KILLS
The go to brand for perfectly fitted shirts and on trend separates, Equipment has quickly secured its place in the wardrobes of most of the world's most fashionable men and women. To celebrate the launch...
DARE TO BARE
I don't know whether it's the cold weather, lack of exercise or working in a heated office, but recently my skin has been looking a little dull. I've also had the displeasure of discovering a lot of little...
INTERVIEW: KAYLA BOMBARDIER
It's hard to miss Kayla Bombardier's classic monochrome designs. As the creative force behind Bombardier Designs, Kayla has quickly developed a cult following for her beautifully scented soy candles, packaged...
EMPORIO ARMANI NATIONAL ART SCHOOL POSTGRADUATE EXHIBITION 2013
As well as being one of the top designers in the world today, Giorgio Armani is a keen patron of the arts. As part of his support for emerging talent among young artists, Emporio Armani has partnered with...
BRAND PROFILE: PHILOSOPHY
"At the core of our brand we have a philosophy of hope for this world, a philosophy of grace, a philosophy of giving, a philosophy of just possibilities." - Philosophy founder Cristina...
TRIED & TESTED: JUST CAVALLI
Just Cavalli for Her is the sexy new fragrance from Roberto Cavalli. Just like his clothes, Just Cavalli is strong, vibrant and playful, perfect for the Cavalli woman. The campaign is fronted by...
LEGALLY BLONDE
Thanks to Progressive PR, I was lucky enough to check out the Melbourne production of Legally Blonde the musical this week. As with all movie to theatre adaptations, it can often be a difficult transition...
TRIED & TESTED: MARC JACOBS’ HONEY
Marc Jacobs has carved out a successful collection of fun fragrances, known for their quirky bottles as much as their fun scents. Joining Daisy, Lola and Dot, Honey is the latest addition to Jacobs’...
JOSH GOOT RESORT 2014
Josh Goot's much anticipated Resort lookbook has been released and it is full of must have pieces. The collection presents a mix of metallic leather, leopard print and zebra print. Cutout and...
LISA HO CLOSING DOWN SALE
One of Australia'a longest surviving labels has succumb to tough economic conditions. It is with great sadness that the fashion industry says goodbye to Lisa Ho. As stalwart of Australian Fashion weekend and...
ALEXANDER WANG’S FIRST BALENCIAGA CAMPAIGN
Since taking over the reigns at Balenciaga from Nicolas Ghesquière, all eyes have been on Alexander Wang to see how he copes with the pressure of taking over one of the hottest fashion labels...
LOUIS VUITTON’S DINOSAUR DISPLAYS
It seems like Jurassic Park could be experiencing a revival if Louis Vuitton has anything to say about it. The French fashion house has unveiled its newest window display featuring larger than life...
WARDROBE INSPIRATION
I'm currently looking for wardrobe inspiration for our new house. I'm currently living in a small apartment which means the wardrobe situation is far from ideal. Despite trying to regularly cull my clothes and...
ISABEL MARANT X H&M
H&M has named its latest collaborator and it's none other than the queen of cool Isabel Marant. The Parisian designer has quickly gained a cult following since launching her eponymous collection in...
TRIED AND TESTED: L’OREAL PROFESSIONNEL SERIE EXPERT NEW VOLUMETRY RANGE
After reading about L'Oreal's new Série Expert Volumetry range, products designed especially to help people with fine hair create volume, I was keen to try it. As someone who has naturally flat hair, it is a...
VIVIAN ASHWORTH BEAUTY LAUNCH
Beauty expert Vivian Ashworth launched her new beauty concept space in style, with a Great Gatsby themed bash celebrating all things glamourous in her new Prahran boutique. Specialising in ethical luxury...
MONET AT THE NGV
"My garden is my most beautiful masterpiece." - Claude Monet When I travel overseas, I usually make the effort to check out all the cool galleries, museums and exhibits, but at home, I must admit, I don't...
ZIMMERMANN X NET-A-PORTER
Board-shorts aren't generally thought of as fashion items, but Australian cult label Zimmermann has collaborated with Net-A-Porter to create an exclusive capsule collection of board-shorts. Featuring...
ELEVEN AUSTRALIA LAUNCH
Last week marked the launch of ELEVEN Australia, the newest name in hair care. Founded by two-time Australian Hairdresser of the Year, Joey Scandizzo and multi award winning fashion and beauty photographer...
ROSIE HUNTINGTON-WHITELEY DOES NET-A-PORTER
Those legs, that sandy blonde hair and that unmistakable pout, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has become one of the most recognisable faces in fashion. Landing a coveted position as a Victoria's Secret Angel,...
MELBOURNE CENTRAL – ONE DAY SHOPPING FESTIVAL
Beat the winter chill with Melbourne Central's 'One Day Shopping Festival' on Thursday 23 May. With over 200 retailers offering discounts of up to 50%, it's your chance to get yourself winter wardrobe...
A PAIR AND A SPARE X TONY BIANCO
DIY queen, Geneva Vanderzeil of blog A Pair and A Spare has collaborated with Tony Bianco to create a special range of shoes inspired by her DIY creations. After customising many a pair of Tony Bianco's in...
L’OREAL PROFESSIONNEL SERIE EXPERT PRESENTS THE NEW VOLUMETRY RANGE
Serie Expert by L'Oreal Professionnel has launched an innovative daily haircare range that helps those with fine hair to create volume without sacrificing the nourishment that other volumising products...
THE ROAD TO COACHELLA – KATE BOSWORTH x TOPSHOP
Topshop have teamed up with style icon Kate Bosworth to create a whole festival collection that captures the mood and irreverent style of British festival goers. Bosworth worked with the Topshop in house...
MORE BATHROOM INSPIRATION
I'm currently still looking for bathroom inspiration for our renovation. The aesthetic we are going for is classic with a modern twist. I'm loving the floating basins with no vanities underneath. While...
FREE PEOPLE – ROSHAMBO: ROCK
It's becoming increasingly common for labels to turn to the art of film to showcase their latest collections rather than producing traditional lookbooks. Not only does this breathe life into the clothes...
TAKE 2 MARKETS: STRICTLY VINTAGE
If you love all things vintage then this is the event for you. Take 2 Markets in collaboration with Circa presents Strictly Vintage, a boutique event of 40 carefully stalls for the discerning vintage...
INTERVIEW WITH MIKE GREY FROM PALM BEACH COLLECTION
I've always loved scented candles. Not only do they make your home smell amazing, but they double as a decorative item too. I was lucky enough to interview Mike Grey, one half of the talented duo behind...
L’HEURE DU THE FUNDRAISER EVENT
Couturing are proud to be media partners for a very special event. Presented by Le Style, L'heure du Thé Fundraiser Event is an afternoon of delicious pastries and fabulous entertainment all...
PROENZA SCHOULER FOR NET-A-PORTER
Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, the brains behind Proenza Schouler have teamed up with Net-A-Porter to release an exclusive capsule collection based on their top selling styles loved by their...
MBFWA 2013: TONI MATICEVSKI FOR SALLY HANSEN
For Toni Maticevski's Spring/Summer 2013/14 collection, 'The Tomboy Heiress', models took to the runway in stunning 1950's inspired designs. SEE TONI MATICEVSKI'S MBFWA 2013 RUNWAY WRAP UP HERE To...
BURBERRY SPARK
Iconic label Burberry once again supported upcoming talented when launching their new global campaign for Burberry Spark sunglasses, with emerging British musicians Coastal Cities, the Night VI and Broken...
BATHROOM INSPIRATION
I'm currently in the process of renovating. Renovating is a tough process and part of the challenge is finding the right inspirational pictures to help turn a blank room into something which is...
MISS LOUISE SALE
Chanel your inner Carrie Bradshaw and head to the much anticipated Miss Louise sale to pick yourself up a designer bargain. Date: Thursday, 18th April to Sunday, 21st April,...
MBFWA 2013: ZAMBESI SS13/14
Lines were kept clean and simple for Zambesi's Spring/Summer collection. Fabrics and textures were front and center, with a new printed check design mixing materials, and beautiful tassel detailing a...
MBFWA 2013: THE INNOVATORS
One of the most anticipated shows of the week, The Innovators showcases the next generation of Australian fashion talent. This year's crop of emerging designers didn't disappoint, with strong...
MBFWA 2013: BLESS’ED ARE THE MEEK SS13/14
Wanderlust - SS13/14 Bless'ed Are the Meek showcased a tribal inspired collection at MBFWA 2013. Models took to the runway against a beautiful digitalised Australian landscape. Metallic accents, sequin...
LEROY
During MBFWA, I was lucky enough to wear this amazing scuba dress by emerging Sydney based designer Leroy Nguyen. In a competitive industry it's always a challenge for new designers to stand out but with...
MBFWA 2013: VANISHING ELEPHANT
Vanishing Elephant's debut at MBFWA featured a party like atmosphere, fitting for the brands tailored street aesthetic. Their Spring/Summer range centered around two broad ideas, one tailored in terms of...
MBFWA 2013: MICHAEL LO SORDO SS13/14
One of Australia's new breed of designers rising quickly up the ranks, Michael Lo Sordo presented a collection inspired by the idea of androgny. Carefully tailored garments combined masculine and feminine...
MBFWA 2013: HAN
Brisbane based design Khim Hang's Spring/Summer collection for his label Han, was a nod to his Cambodian heritage. Beautiful organics cottons were presented on the runway in classic whites. Tailoring was...
MBFWA 2013: SERPENT AND THE SWAN
Insecta Botanica - SS13/14 Serpent & the Swan's latest collection was inspired by the idea of growth and inherent relationship between plant and human life cycles. Designers Hayley and Lauri Smith...
MBFWA: CAMILLA SS13/14
Pachamama - SS13/14 At the end of the day the women scattered blossoms on the fields and the oldest man led the group in prayer. Blessing the tools, the seed, the earth and the children. This spirit of...
MBFWA 2013: ALICE MCCALL
Les Galleries de Poison - Cruise 13/14 Alice McCall's whimsical aesthetic was reflected in her ocean inspired Cruise collection. Fabrics moved fluidly against the body, with luminous metallics...
MBFWA 2013: LISA HO
Lisa Ho opened day 3 of MBFWA 2013 with a beautiful runway held at the Art Gallery of New South Wales. Ho's trademark fresh silhouettes and sport luxe aesthetic were presented in bold stripes, delicate...
MBFWA 2013: MATICEVSKI SS13/14
The Tomboy Heiress - SS13/14 Within all smiling faces and sparking eyes are quiet mournful moments we all remember. One of the most packed out shows of MBFWA so far, Toni Maticevski had the crowd...
MBFWA 2013: PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO x MEN IN THIS TOWN
In an exciting and stylish collaboration, renown menswear blog Men In This Town is collaborating with Peroni Nastro Azzurro Australia, the official beer sponsor of MBFWA, to not only capture street style,...
MBFWA 2013: GINGER & SMART SS13/14
Shapeshifter SS13/14 Opening day 2 of MBFWA, Ginger & Smart presented a beautiful collection of luxe separates and tailored dresses in bold graphic prints, bright cobalt blue, hot pink and what Ginger...
MBFWA 2013: GROUP SWIM
The Group Swim event reminded us that post winter 2013, we have much to look forward to when we hit the beach for Summer 2014. The four headline labels for this show: SKYE & staghorn, maidenlove, Gypsea,...
MBFWA 2013: ROMANCE WAS BORN
Mushroom Magic - SS13/14 One of the most anticipated shows of the week, Romance Was Born's Spring/Summer collection did not disappoint. The tone was set with the haunting voice of Paz Lenchantin filling...
MBFWA 2013: ROOPA PEMMARAJU SS13/14
After debuting at MBFWA last year, Roopa Pemmaraju followed up the success of their last Spring/Summer collection with an equally impressive display of colour and workmanship. Garments were made from...
MBFWA 2013: AURELIO COSTARELLA SS13/14
Aurelio Costarella celebrates 30 years in the fashion industry with a display of his expert craftsmanship in his MBFWA show. Adding to the sensory experience, singer Grace Woodroofe performed...
MBFWA 2013: BEC & BRIDGE SS13/14
Chromaluxe - Spring/Summer 13/14 Bec & Bridge's S/S 13/14 collection centered around a palette of white, ice blue, maroon, navy and black. Inspired by the shapes of the 90's and a dive...
MBFWA 2013: CAMILLA & MARC SS13/14
Concentri - Spring/Summer 2013/14 Camilla & Marc celebrated their tenth birthday in style, opening this year's Australian Fashion Week with a beautiful collection of garments made from opulent...
MBFWA 2013 ESSENTIALS
As much as Fashion Week sounds like it will be a glamourous mix of clothes, makeup, parties and drinking, it's actually a lot of hard work. It's not unusual to be up till 3am every morning typing...
WHAT I WORE: LMFF 2013
Headpiece: Carlie Waterman Jumpsuit: camilla & marc from Green With Envy Shoes: Nicholas from Green With Envy Bag: Chanel makeup bag from Madam Virtue & Co Belt:...
CAMILLA & MARC – CELEBRATING 10 YEARS IN FASHION
In an industry where trends come and go, and fashion labels are hot one minute and not the next, camilla & marc, has managed to buck the trend and become one of Australia's most successful labels here...
SAMANTHA WILLS COLLECTION PREVIEW
To celebrate the launch of her latest collections, Hunter + Gatherer and The Bowerbird Collective, the stunning Samantha Wills hosted an evening at FortyFiveDownstairs, where guests could preview the latest...
TSENSORY EXHIBIT
Always looking for interesting ways to present his label Tsen, designer Adam Tsen took fashion and art to a whole new level with his exhibit Tsensory, showing as part of this year's L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion...
CATHLEEN JIA BRIDAL COLLECTION LAUNCH
Emerging Melbourne designer Cathleen Tan, celebrated her the foray of her label Cathleen Jia, into bridal wear in style with an intimate showing at High Street boutique Angelique. Cathleen Jia's debut bridal...
LMFF 2013: DAVID JONES RUNWAY
David Jones and Vogue presented the first runway of LMFF in style, with Jessica Gomes, Samantha Harris and Montana Cox all taking the runway to showcase some of Australia's top designers. International...
LMFF 2013 MIMCO RUNWAY TICKET GIVEAWAY
"Arm yourself...the battleground has been set and the dance is about to begin." To celebrate the launch of Mimco's latest collection 'Paradise Battalion', Couturing are giving away a double pass to see...
WHO RUN THE WORLD?
I know I'm a little late jumping on the Girls bandwagon but you must watch this show. The brainchild of Lena Dunham who also starts as the main character and aspiring writer Hannah, follows the lives of four...
LMFF 2013 LAVAZZA GIVEAWAY
Couturing have an exciting competition to celebrate LIFEwithBIRD's collaboration with Tierra Intenso sustainable coffee cups and Lavazza's involvement with LMFF Thanks to Lavazza, Tierra...
LMFF 2013: DEEPER IN VOGUE SERIES AT ACMI
During L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival, there is plenty to do and see around the city. One of my favourite things to do is check out the fashion films showing at ACMI for the Deeper In Vogue series as part...
REAL WEDDINGS: SIMONE & TOM
Couturing take at look at the wedding of one of our beauty writers, the gorgeous Simone Pucci. HOW THEY MET We met at Spice Market, a bar in Melbourne CBD. We exchanged glances, then Tom approached...
LMFF 2013: MASTERS AND APPRENTICES RUNWAY
As part of this year's LMFF Cultural Program, The Australian Academy of Design invited 6 top fashion design students and recent graduates who have been mentored by some of Australia's top designers to present...
REAL WEDDINGS: PATRICIA & HANK
Today Couturing get a glimpse inside the wedding of Patricia and Hank. New York based fashion designer Patricia Chang gives us an insight into how the couple met, how she made her dress and her tips for...
BEHIND THE SEAMS: RACHEL GILBERT
Rachel with husband Tom Williams, Image courtesy of Rachel Gilbert Instagram Inspired by her wedding research, newly wed designer Rachel Gilbert has launched her own couture bridal range....
REAL WEDDINGS: JORDIE & RYAN
Today Couturing take a look at the wedding of Jordie Grist Legudi, one half of Australian fashion label A L E S S A. HOW THEY MET Ryan was on holiday in Perth from Melbourne with a group of friends...
OPSM ACCUFIT
Life can get busy. Between work, family commitments, catching up with friends and exercise, the health of your eyes can often be neglected. Particularly in this day an age when most of us spend hours a day...
MATICEVSKI BRIDAL – INTERVIEW WITH TONI MATICEVSKI
The master of the red carpet dress, Toni Maticevski has applied his skill to wedding dresses, with amazing results. Launching a range of ready-to-wear wedding gowns, Maticevski's designs reflect his own spin...
AESOP MOUTHWASH LAUNCH
Our first foray into oral care provides an alcohol-free solution to a delicate problem. Aesop Mouthwash combats the issue of bad breath with a combination of effective and plesant-tasting botanical...
MYER 2013 AUTUMN/WINTER RUNWAY
Melbourne's fashion loving A-List gather in Myer's Mural Hall last night for their Autumn/Winter runway. Greeting everyone at the door was Myer CEO Bernie Brookes, which added a nice personal touch to the...
DOMAINE CHANDON SECRET GARDEN PARTY
On a sunny Sunday afternoon, 200 wine aficionados gathered for a day of great wine, food and entertainment at the stunning Domaine Chandon in Melbourne's Yarra Valley. Guests were treated to a carefully...
LIP SERVICE
I've always been pretty conservative when it comes to makeup. I generally tend to opt for smoky eyes and plain lips. This summer, I'm using the sunny weather as a great excuse to be a bit more adventurous with...
CALVIN KLEIN SHEER BEAUTY
Introducing a new BEAUTY She is vibrant and feminine, bursting with confidence. Her beauty is natural and effortless. Youthful yet sophisticated, she is comfortable in her own skin. Calvin Klein...
BEC & BRIDGE MELBOURNE SALE
Bec & Bridge are holding their first ever Melbourne warehouse sale. When - 1st, 2nd and 3rd March Where - The Loft Studio 6, 1 Yarra Street, Richmond VIC 3121 Times - Friday 9am - 7pm, Saturday...
TOPSHOP PARTNERS WITH GOOGLE+ ON THE FUTURE OF FASHION
"We have always prided ourselves on being first to market with the latest trends and product innovation. It speaks volumes about the power of Topshop that we are partnering with the world's largest digital...
RACHEL GILBERT – A/W 2013
Inspired by the work of artist Jeppe Hein, Rachel Gilbert's latest Autumn/Winter Collection entitled Mirrored Labyrinth is a beautiful collection of jaw-dropping biased draped gowns, fitted...
DESERT SUN EDITORIAL – BEHIND THE SCENES
Here are a few behind the scenes images from our latest editorial Desert Sun. I love the bold colours of Moroccan interiors and they are the perfect inspiration for any outfit or house....
L’AMERICA POP UP STORE
Ellery's diffusion line L'America is hosting a pop up shop, which means it's the perfect time for you to update your wardrobe with some edgy summer...
FRIEND OF MINE A/W 2013
"In the future, everyone will be world-famous for fifteen minutes." - Andy Warhol Inspired by Andy Warhol and his mockery of popular fashion culture, Friend of Mine designers Teale Talbot and Letitia...
MATICEVSKI A/W 2013
Toni Maticevski is not one to follow fashion rules. His standout collections are punctuated with luxe fabrications, delicate embellishments and strong silhouettes, perfect for the modern woman. His current...
AKIN BY GINGER & SMART
Ginger & Smart are celebrating their 10th year in the fashion industry in style by releasing a new diffusion line called AKIN by Ginger & Smart. Taking the aesthetic from their mainline and...
TRIED AND TESTED: KEVIN.MURPHY ANGEL HAIR
I’ve struggled for years trying to get some volume in my un-naturally flat hair, particularly when I’ve just washed it. For those of you who share my frustration, there is now a solution. KEVIN.MURPHY...
COCO ROCHA FOR SASS & BIDE
In their bid for global fashion dominance, Aussie label sass & bide have landed a major deal, securing supermodel Coco Rocha not only as the face of their new Loveshady A/W 13 Take Over campaign, but...