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LMFF 2013 DESIGNER RUNWAY 3: GRAZIA

The weather Gods were smiling on us at the L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival’s 3rd Designer Runway for the season. After hours of…

By Gemma Watts · 3 min read

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LMFF 2013 PREVIEW

With Fall/Winter fashion weeks wrapping up for another year and Sydney being the last leg of…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 2 min read

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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…

By Lisa Teh · 5 min read

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AGENT PROVOCATEUR LAUNCHES IN AUSTRALIA

On Valentine’s Day this year, the seductive intimates label, Agent Provocateur celebrated the launch of their…

By Anne Hasegawa · 2 min read

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GINGER & SMART BOUTIQUE OPENS IN MELBOURNE

GINGER & SMART have finally opened their first boutique in Melbourne. Founded in 2002 by Sydney-based…

By Jade Lynn Goh · 1 min read

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NYFW RUNWAY HIGHLIGHTS

The streets were icy, but a cold snap couldn’t thaw the fervor of the fashion-fiends decked…

By Camille Gower · 5 min read

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MIRANDA KERR HOSTS DAVID JONES AUTUMN/WINTER 2013 FASHION WORKSHOP

A huge crowd gathered outside David Jones’ Bourke Street store today with keen anticipation to see…

By Amanda Wong · 3 min read

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TREND REPORT: DAVID JONES AUTUMN/WINTER 2013 FASHION SHOW

Celebrating the department store’s 175th birthday, the David Jones Autumn/Winter 2013 show showcased the coming season’s…

By Amanda Wong · 4 min read

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DION LEE DESIGNER SALE

No two words thrill the sartorial senses in quite the way “designer sale” does, except perhaps…

By Camille Gower · 1 min read

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LMFF: FESTIVAL PROGRAM BRIEFING

Monday morning celebrated the official L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival Program Briefing, a time for all of…

By Anne Hasegawa · 2 min read

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KARA BAKER BEACH COLLECTION LAUNCH

The unique designs of Kara Barker are once again available for public consumption with the launch…

By Annabelle Macgugan · 3 min read

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MANUSCRIPT MAGAZINE’S FIRST ANNIVERSARY PARTY

12 December 2012 marked the first anniversary of Manuscript, a quarterly broadsheet publication launched in November…

By Gemma Watts · 2 min read

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FAIR@SQUARE RUNWAY SHOW

There is an almost-smug sense of satisfaction in knowing that your soft, embroidered shirt is made…

By Camille Gower · 4 min read

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COMME DES GARCONS POCKET SHOP LAUNCH

“The only thing important to me is making clothes.” – Rei Kawakubo Created by eccentric designer…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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MSALM: LAUNCH OF SUGAR ‘N SPICE JEWELLERY

Fascinated with magic and mysticism, My Secret Agent Lover Man jewellery whispers tales of exotic places,…

By daniellelynn · 2 min read

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AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY OF DESIGN GRADUATE RUNWAY WITH SPECIAL GUEST YEOJIN BAE

Sitting front row, bearing witness to the future of Australian fashion design was nothing short of…

By Gemma Watts · 5 min read

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PIERRUCI MADE TO MEASURE LAUNCH

Pierucci Men’s Outfitters has gone back to their old roots, doing what they’ve done best since…

By Khoa Nguyen · 2 min read

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LIFEWITHBIRD HAWKSBURN STORE OPENING

Last Thursday, fashionistas escaped from Melbourne’s sweltering heat wave to come and celebrate LIFEwithBIRD‘s 5th store…

By Anne Hasegawa · 1 min read

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THE WHITEHOUSE INSTITUTE OF DESIGN 2012 GRADUATE EXHIBITION AND PARADE

The Whitehouse Institute of Design displayed the sheer genius and style of their students, whilst celebrating…

By Annabelle Macgugan · 3 min read

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LMFF 2013 CAMPAIGN LAUNCH PARTY

As most of us welcome Summer with open arms, Australia’s fash-pack are already casting their gaze…

By Gemma Watts · 2 min read

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FAME AGENDA: HOLOGRAPHIC FASHION SHOW

Melbourne Central was the place to be on Wednesday night, where Australia’s first Holographic Virtual Fashion…

By Alyssa Woo · 2 min read

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AW13 SHOWINGS: AMBRA, LEVANTE & JONATHAN ASTON

Hosted behind the glass walls of The Olsen Hotel, the Ambra, Levante & Jonathan Aston Autumn/Winter…

By Anne Hasegawa · 2 min read

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HERMÈS X LE LOUVRE

The silk scarf is a timeless luxury accessory, evocative of glamour, Grace Kelly and the reigning…

By Camille Gower · 2 min read

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OBUS, EDENBOROUGH EVANS & JACKI ANDERSON VIP NIGHT SALE

The VIP night sale on Thursday held at Obus’ High Street boutique in Armadale was an…

By Alyssa Woo · 2 min read

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STRATEAS.CARLUCCI SHOWCASE

Last Thursday, Couturing headed to the Strateas.Carlucci studios and workshop to attend their launch and preview of…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 3 min read

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SOCIETEA

Hosted by the Werribee Mansion, SocieTEA signified the launch of the Mansion’s innovative new range of…

By Annabelle Macgugan · 2 min read

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SUNGLASS HUT FLOATING STORE WITH GEORGIA MAY JAGGER

It was the party that got the country talking. Georgia May Jagger and Sunglass Hut collaborated…

By Thom Whilton · 2 min read

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APOM AND BRKICH

Following the recent success of their shared pop up store at South Melbourne’s SO:ME Space, Couturing shines a spotlight on…

By Camille Gower · 2 min read

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ELandTINO TI VOGLIO BENE SHOWCASE

On Friday evening at Windsor, Stephanie Malatino and Elsje Jordan of Melbourne-based label, ELandTINO hosted an…

By Alyssa Woo · 2 min read

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TETTMANN.DOUST: INFINITUM

The intricate geometry of fractals forms the basis for the Tettmann.Doust AW13 Collection; “Infinitum”. Design duo…

By Camille Gower · 3 min read

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MOET & CHANDON HOST DERBY DAY EVE CELEBRATIONS AT CROWN

On the eve of the Melbourne Cup Carnival’s Derby Day, luxurious champagne house Moet & Chandon…

By Anne Hasegawa · 2 min read

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RMIT 100_COLLECTIVE STUDENT RUNWAY

Held in RMIT University’s new Design Hub, the 100_Collective fashion show provided respite from Friday’s cold…

By Alyssa Woo · 3 min read

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KARA BAKER SPRING/SUMMER COLLECTION PREVIEW

 Tucked away above Bourke Street is Kara Baker’s home and studio, a space scattered with a…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 3 min read

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YB J’AIME POP UP STORE

Emerging in Boutique Place on Collins Street is Yeojin Bae’s first ever pop up store for…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 3 min read

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BMW CAULFIELD CUP: MEMBERS’ TRACKSIDE FASHION LUNCHEON

The BMW Caulfield Cup hosted their delightful, annual Members’ Trackside Fashion Luncheon during the Schweppes Thousand…

By Anne Hasegawa · 3 min read

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STYLE REVIEW SPRING/SUMMER 2012 BY CINDY NEWSTEAD

In a true celebration of the beauty of women, the charismatic Cindy Newstead took the stage…

By Annabelle Macgugan · 3 min read

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PIC PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGING COLLEGE 2012 GRADUATE EXHIBITION

Australia’s foremost photography college, PIC Photographic Imaging College, is delighted to present their 2012 Graduate Exhibition.…

By Gemma Watts · 1 min read

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ONE THOUSAND CRANES + STYLE ME 365 LAUNCH

In support of the future of unique Australian fashion, One Thousand Cranes launched their opening exhibition…

By taylahkleid · 2 min read

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STEPPING INTO SPRING WITH TOPSHOP

Spring racing fever has officially kicked in as TopShop last night was transformed into a haven…

By Khoa Nguyen · 2 min read

YELLOWGLEN HOUSE LAUNCH
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YELLOWGLEN HOUSE LAUNCH

The weekend saw the launch of Yellowglen House at Melbourne Cup Carnival Preview Day and this…

By G W · 3 min read

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FASHION & FLEMINGTON BOOK LAUNCH

In an elaborate combination of elegance and flare, the book release of Fashion & Flemington launched…

By Annabelle Macgugan · 2 min read

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MASTERMIND JAPAN @ MARAIS

Mastermind Japan, an exclusive label from Japan designed by literal ‘mastermind’ Masaaki Homma launched its collection…

By Anne Hasegawa · 2 min read

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SLEEP’N ROUND LAUNCH

When you think of PJ’s, the obvious daggy flannel ones spring to mind.  The team behind Sleep’n…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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BLACK DUKES DENIM LAUNCH

“Denim Revolution” was what came out of designer Andrew Kahofer’s mouth when asked about the vision…

By Sarah Kensington · 2 min read

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HARROLDS X FANTASTIC MAN SPRING/SUMMER LAUNCH

Stylish men of Melbourne gathered at the flagship Harrolds Collins street store to celebrate the launch of Spring…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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FASHION CONNECT EVENT SEPTEMBER 2012

Set against the exotic backdrop of the Hasti Bala Bar in the Carlton Club, Fashion Connect…

By Claire Story · 3 min read

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MASTERMIND AUSTRALIA LAUNCH AT MARAIS

Punk was the theme of the night as Marais was transformed into a lair of skulls and cross-bones…

By Khoa Nguyen · 2 min read

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BMW CAULFIELD CUP RACING SEASON LAUNCH

The racing season exploded in an array of lights and colour as Carousel welcomed guests to the launch…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 2 min read

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FASHIONISTA’S GUIDE TO SHOPPING LAUNCH

The launch of Emily Power and Antonia Acott’s new book   The latest go-to resource for…

By Jessica Bradley · 3 min read

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GAP AND GRAZIA’S EXCLUSIVE SPRING SHOPPING EVENT

Spring has finally arrived! And to kick off the new Spring/Summer collections The Gap teamed up…

By Claire Story · 3 min read

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ANNA CAMPBELL ARMADALE STORE LAUNCH

Last Friday night saw the launch of talented young designer Anna Campbell‘s second boutique in the bridal…

By G W · 2 min read

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PRAHRAN MISSION CHARITY LUNCHEON AT CIRCA FEATURING MADAM VIRTUE & CO.

JC Lloyd-Southwell d’Anvers and Dean Hewitt from Madam Virtue & Co. showing off their wonderful collection.…

By Thom Whilton · 2 min read

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THE WESTFIELD ELECTRIC LOUNGE

Westfield Partners With Fashion Bloggers For Spring/Summer 2012 Westfield launched the Spring/Summer fashion season in style by…

By Claire Story · 3 min read

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KINGS OF CARNABY – BRUNSWICK STREET STORE LAUNCH

Melbourne based fashion label, Kings of Carnaby, has once again expanded their presence on the Melbourne fashion…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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PEEPTOE CHADSTONE STORE LAUNCH

With its signature purple sole, PeepToe shoes have quickly become popular with the fashion crowd. Last week Couturing…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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ZARA CHADSTONE STORE LAUNCH

Early Wednesday morning, Couturing attended the launch of Zara’s fourth store nationwide at Chadstone Shopping Centre.…

By Anne Hasegawa · 2 min read

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A[WEAR] FASHION EVENT

A[WEAR] was fashion with a mission. Leave the labeling to the designers, they say – reserve the…

By Camille Gower · 2 min read

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JACKI ANDERSON LAUNCH

The angelic tones of Florence Welch and Marina & the Diamonds regaled attendees at the launch…

By Camille Gower · 2 min read

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‘INFINITE LOOP’ BY CALVIN KLEIN

When the world of art and the world of fashion join forces to plan an event,…

By Khoa Nguyen · 2 min read

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MATCHO SUBA AW/12 LAUNCH

Shock-king Matcho Suba launched his AW12/13 collection “Chernobyl” in surreal style tonight. Decadently macabre, Suba’s collection…

By Camille Gower · 2 min read

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BARKINS IS BACK

  After what can be kindly-called a tumultuous few years for the Barkins name, they are well and…

By Thom Whilton · 2 min read

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BELLECHASSE’S LINGERIE 1ST BIRTHDAY

With a name that translates into “beautiful hunt”, Bellechasse’s 1st birthday was set to be an exciting affair. One…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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TOPMAN FRIDAY

On Friday, Topman hosted their first Australian ‘Fashion Friday’ in-store event. Made popular in the UK,…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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MBFWA 2012: FERNANDO FRISONI CLOSING PARTY

What better way to finish an amazing MBFWA 2012 than a Masquerade Party hosted by Fernando Frisoni.…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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SWOON LIFESTYLE LAUNCH

Swoon – to be emotionally affected by something that one admires.      Last night Couturing…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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PUMA X HUSSEIN CHALAYAN LAUNCH AT MARAIS

On Thursday one of Melbourne’s best kept hidden secrets, Marais held a launch for the Puma x Hussein…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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KOOKAI A/W RUNWAY SHOW – HOTEL PARTICULIER – SOMEWHERE IN PARIS

Last night was the runway show for Kookai’s 2012 Autumn/Winter collection Hotel Particulier – Somewhere in Paris. Held…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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SPIRIT OF THE BLACK DRESS 2012

  Spirit of the Black Dress is a fantastic fashion and sustainability initiative supported by a group…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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CHEAP THRILLS LAUNCH

Last Thursday marked the launch of Cheap Thrills with a music, art and fashion-fuelled party at…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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2011 WHITEHOUSE INSTITUTE OF DESIGN, AUSTRALIA BACHELOR OF DESIGN GRADUATE EXHIBITION AND RUNWAY SHOW

After attending the Whitehouse Institute of Design Graduate Exhibition and Parade, it’s safe to say we should all…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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LMFF 2012: PENTHOUSE MOUSE OPENING PARTY

  Penthouse Mouse has officially launched it’s 2012 season. Started in 2007 it has now become the…

By Thom Whilton · 2 min read

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STEVE MADDEN BOURKE STREET STORE OPENING

Starting with $1,100 in the bank in 1990, Steve Madden decided to follow his intuition and create a…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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SO:ME SPACE – VALENTINE’S DAY NOIR

For some people, Valentines Day is not a day filled with romance, love and flowers. In…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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2011/12 CHANEL AUTUMN/WINTER MELBOURNE RUNWAY

Amongst a runway lined with smoking lava and clouds of dry ice, Chanel presented a selection…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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COUTURING IS LAUNCHING!

Couturing are excited to announce that Melbourne’s GPO, Belvedere and BlackBerry are the official sponsors for…

By Thom Whilton · 3 min read

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2011 FAIR@SQUARE RUNWAY SHOW FOR MORAL FAIRGROUND

Since its inception 3 years ago Moral Fairground has become Australia’s largest fair-trade and ethical festival. The growth…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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NAJO RAPTURE LAUNCH

Whilst Couturing was up in Sydney on whirlwind press tour this week, we were delighted to…

By Thom Whilton · 2 min read