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HOUSE OF HOLLAND EYEWEAR 1ST SUMMER 2013

House of Holland’s widely anticipated second collection has been released as of March 2013, following the successful eyewear debut in 2012. Henry…

By Anna Carli · 2 min read

PARIS FASHION WEEK MEN’S STREETSTYLE
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PARIS FASHION WEEK MEN’S STREETSTYLE

With the world turning its head to Paris for PFW, it was the Parisian Men’s turn…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 2 min read

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LMFF 2013 MIMCO RUNWAY TICKET GIVEAWAY

“Arm yourself…the battleground has been set and the dance is about to begin.” To celebrate the…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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STEVE MADDEN AND NINE WEST AW13

Streams of shoe-obsessed fashionistas graced the halls of the Nine West and Steve Madden office in…

By Camille Gower · 2 min read

Events and Runways

PENTHOUSE MOUSE ’13 OPENING PARTY

Ever since their 2007 conception, Penthouse Mouse is arguably one of the most anticipated events of…

By Jade Lynn Goh · 2 min read

Behind The Seams

BEHIND THE SEAMS: JODIE FOX, FOUNDER OF SHOES OF PREY

  Meet Jodie Fox, the angel sent down to Earth by the shoe gods above. When…

By Thara Vidyaratne · 4 min read

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MAYBELLINE NEW YORK COLLABORATES WITH AUSSIE LABEL WE ARE HANDSOME FOR MBFWA

In their first Australian design collaboration, Maybelline New York has joined forces with We Are Handsome, the Aussie label…

By Amanda Wong · 2 min read

SARAH JESSICA PARKER FOR NET-A-PORTER
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SARAH JESSICA PARKER FOR NET-A-PORTER

The latest issue of NET-A-PORTER’s The Edit, packs a sartorial punch with everyone’s favourite shoe queen…

By G W · 2 min read

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LMFF 2013 LAVAZZA GIVEAWAY

  Couturing have an exciting competition to celebrate LIFEwithBIRD’s collaboration with Tierra Intenso sustainable coffee cups…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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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…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

REAL WEDDINGS: SIMONE & TOM
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REAL WEDDINGS: SIMONE & TOM

Couturing take at look at the wedding of one of our beauty writers, the gorgeous Simone…

By Lisa Teh · 3 min read

Events and Runways

LONDON FASHION WEEK RUNWAY HIGHLIGHTS

SASS & BIDE Australian design royalty brought the sunny climes of the Land Down Under to…

By Gemma Watts · 4 min read

Events and Runways

LMFF 2013: MASTERS AND APPRENTICES RUNWAY

As part of this year’s LMFF Cultural Program, The Australian Academy of Design invited 6 top…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

Behind The Seams

BEHIND THE SEAMS: ALWAYS THE BRIDESMAID: MANNING CARTELL

It is a commonly held assumption that bridesmaids’ dresses will be a monstrosity of tulle and…

By Jade Lynn Goh · 2 min read

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REAL WEDDINGS: PATRICIA & HANK

Today Couturing get a glimpse inside the wedding of Patricia and Hank. New York based fashion…

By Lisa Teh · 4 min read

Events and Runways

GIORGIO ARMANI X LUXOTTICA EVENT RECAP

As a part of Milan Fashion Week, Giorgio Armani threw an exclusive event in celebration of his…

By G W · 1 min read

Behind The Seams

BEHIND THE SEAMS: RACHEL GILBERT

Rachel with husband Tom Williams, Image courtesy of Rachel Gilbert Instagram   Inspired by her wedding…

By Lisa Teh · 3 min read

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REAL WEDDINGS: JORDIE & RYAN

Today Couturing take a look at the wedding of Jordie Grist Legudi, one half of Australian…

By Lisa Teh · 4 min read

Events and Runways

LMFF 2013 DESIGNER RUNWAY 3: GRAZIA

The weather Gods were smiling on us at the L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival’s 3rd Designer Runway…

By Gemma Watts · 3 min read

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GEORGINI JEWELLERY

The glisten of a gemstone can send thrills to the heart, and a flash of silver…

By Camille Gower · 3 min read

MATICEVSKI BRIDAL – INTERVIEW WITH TONI MATICEVSKI
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MATICEVSKI BRIDAL – INTERVIEW WITH TONI MATICEVSKI

The master of the red carpet dress, Toni Maticevski has applied his skill to wedding dresses,…

By Lisa Teh · 3 min read

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FASHION CONNECT – A SARTORIAL CELEBRATION

Fashion Connect invites you to be fearlessly fashionable, with an evening of extravagant entertainment lined up…

By Camille Gower · 1 min read

Arts & Entertainment

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

Events and Runways

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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MYER 2013 AUTUMN/WINTER RUNWAY RED CARPET

By Lisa Teh · 1 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

Arts & Entertainment

DONKEY SKIN COLLECTION LAUNCH PRESENTED BY JESS DEMPSEY

Melbourne Central’s fashion boutique, Fame Agenda, celebrates the launch of their 2013 Resort Collection Donkey Skin…

By Thom Whilton · 2 min read

Events and Runways

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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INTERVIEW: SUE DI CHIO & SUBOO SPRING/SUMMER 2013

Sue Di Chio launched Suboo as a designer beach umbrella brand in 2007. Things snowballed from…

By Thara Vidyaratne · 3 min read

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LONDON FASHION WEEK: NEW TALENTS

Hot on the heels of New York Fashion Week, the fashion world turns its attention to…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 3 min read

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LONDON FASHION WEEK STREET STYLE

Exhibited in this years spring London Fashion Week, the world’s favorite designers captivated those in attendance…

By Annabelle Macgugan · 2 min read

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NYFW 13′ NEW TALENTS

With all the attention on the big names like Rodarte, Balenciaga or Marc Jacobs it’s easy…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 3 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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ASOS DENIM HUB LAUNCHES

What do Ridley, Elgin, Marney, Brady, Saxby and Lennox all have in common, aside from names…

By Camille Gower · 1 min read

VANISHING ELEPHANT A/W 2013
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VANISHING ELEPHANT A/W 2013

In their fifth year, and with a successful debut women’s line under their belts, Vanishing Elephant…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 2 min read

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AUTONOMY A/W 2013

Couturing reviews Autonomy’s latest round of offerings for Autumn/Winter 2013 on the cusp of the labels…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 2 min read

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BEC & BRIDGE MELBOURNE SALE

Bec & Bridge are holding their first ever Melbourne warehouse sale. When – 1st, 2nd and…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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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…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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RACHEL GILBERT – A/W 2013

  Inspired by the work of artist Jeppe Hein, Rachel Gilbert’s latest Autumn/Winter Collection entitled Mirrored…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

Behind The Seams

DESERT SUN EDITORIAL – BEHIND THE SCENES

Here are a few behind the scenes images from our latest editorial Desert Sun. I love…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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ASOS FASHION UP

Everyone’s favourite four-letter online store now delivers style straight to your portable device, with the innovative…

By Camille Gower · 1 min read

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L’AMERICA POP UP STORE

Ellery’s diffusion line L’America is hosting a pop up shop, which means it’s the perfect time…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

Events and Runways

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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RACHEL GILBERT SALE

The much anticipated Rachel Gilbert sale is here!

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

Events and Runways

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

Behind The Seams

BEHIND THE SEAMS: SERPENT AND THE SWAN AW13: NIGHT SEAS

‘Foam to wheat, a glitter of seas.’ Ariel, Sylvia Plath Ariel is arguably one of Sylvia…

By Jade Lynn Goh · 4 min read

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J.W.ANDERSON FOR TOPSHOP

                    Originally beginning in menswear, Jonathan William…

By Thara Vidyaratne · 1 min read

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FRIEND OF MINE A/W 2013

“In the future, everyone will be world-famous for fifteen minutes.” – Andy Warhol Inspired by Andy…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

Events and Runways

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

Events and Runways

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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THE WAY TO EMERALD CITY: PANTONE’S 2013 COLOUR OF THE YEAR

Standing side on in front of a wall of pretty flowers in full bloom – her…

By G W · 3 min read

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ERIN WASSON X EDC AW13

There’s just something about Erin Wasson. Something that really draws you in upon first glance, makes…

By taylahkleid · 1 min read

MATICEVSKI A/W 2013
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MATICEVSKI A/W 2013

Toni Maticevski is not one to follow fashion rules. His standout collections are punctuated with luxe…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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AKIN BY GINGER & SMART

Ginger & Smart are celebrating their 10th year in the fashion industry in style by releasing…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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HOWARD SHOWERS’ MODERN ROMANCE

Need a label to take you perfectly from “office to cocktail”? Love luxury basics in gorgeous…

By Jayme O'Donoghue · 2 min read

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FILM: ROSHAMBO BY FREE PEOPLE

Free People have announced the launch of their very first short film and it is very…

By Thom Whilton · 1 min read

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PRADA GOES GATSBY

Gatsby’s world has always been one of extravagance and excess, and if there’s one thing that…

By G W · 2 min read

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MENSWEAR TRENDS F/W 2013

The men in the Southern Hemisphere do have one saving grace in the sartorial arena; winter…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 3 min read

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PARIS COUTURE FASHION WEEK

Decadent gowns and exquisite craftsmanship are the extravagant inducement which draws all eyes to the runways…

By Camille Gower · 4 min read

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2013 PARIS HAUTE COUTURE FASHION WEEK STREET STYLE

A cold spell hit most of Europe throughout January, but rain, hail, shine or snow, nothing…

By Jayme O'Donoghue · 1 min read

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ISRAEL VS THE FASHION INDUSTRY

In an attempt to thwart the problem of unhealthy body image and the rise of eating…

By G W · 2 min read

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SUMMER DENIM – WEAR IT YOUR WAY

Nothing signifies the beginning of the warmer months like the appearance of denim shorts, however the…

By Annabelle Macgugan · 2 min read

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WRANGLER A/W13 CAMPAIGN

The latest campaign by Wrangler has offered an innovative autumn and winter fashion range. Reaching out…

By Annabelle Macgugan · 2 min read

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COCO ROCHA FOR SASS & BIDE

In their bid for global fashion dominance, Aussie label sass & bide have landed a major deal,…

By Lisa Teh · 2 min read

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KAREN WALKER CANDY BAR

A traveling Candy Bar might sound like something from your childhood, but Karen Walker’s Candy Bar…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 2 min read

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J CREW BRIDAL

The perfect wedding dress is the icing on top of the three-tiered cake for every lass…

By Camille Gower · 2 min read

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THE FUNDAMENTALS: CAMILLA AND MARC A/W 2013

You would have to be crazy not to lust over at least one Camilla and Marc…

By Jayme O'Donoghue · 4 min read

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LOVER JUMBLE SALE

In love with Lover the label? Constantly wish you had an entire wardrobe full of Lover…

By Jayme O'Donoghue · 1 min read

Events and Runways

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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MANNING CARTELL AW13 PREVIEW

Pallas Athene, the autumn winter 2013 collection of Australian design powerhouse Manning Cartell, is a unique…

By Gemma Watts · 1 min read

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WRANGLER’S HYDRATING JEANS

Pulling together a cohesive and stylish ensemble before work, school or play each day can be…

By Camille Gower · 3 min read

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WORLD’S FIRST FASHION COMIC BOOK

Gucci creative director, Frida Giannini collaborates with Japanese Manga artist, Hirohiko Araki to produce the very…

By Jade Lynn Goh · 2 min read

Behind The Seams

BEHIND THE SEAMS: HELEN ANDERSON – LINGERIE QUEEN

DCI Corporation, a Melbourne-based company is poised at the edge of global lingerie domination following the…

By Jade Lynn Goh · 4 min read

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TOP 10 AUSTRALIAN LABELS TO WATCH IN 2013

As the new year starts to roll in and with L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival just peeking…

By Khoa Nguyen · 4 min read

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A GLANCE AT THE YEAR AHEAD

The hype of the New Year has died down and, one week in to 2013, we…

By Camille Gower · 3 min read

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LMFF 2013: TSENSORY

One of Australia’s top independent labels, Tsen, has teamed up with some of Melbourne’s emerging fashion…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

Behind The Seams

BEHIND THE SEAMS: SHAYLI HARRISON’S APOCALYPTIC SPACE DISCO

The sleazy French pop of Sebastien Tellier and th­e Virgin Galactic space centre in New Mexico…

By Camille Gower · 4 min read

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LES PLUS DORES

Les Plus Dores – For the Most Golden Why should sports fans have all the fun?…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

Fashion

FEMME FATAL – THE NEW LOOK

Perusing the 2013 Pre-Fall collections, one notices that there seems to be a new girl in…

By Darby-Perrin Larner · 3 min read

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HOTTEST BAGS FOR 2013

With 2013 ticking over, that means time for a new bag! Couturing does the hard work…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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100 SQUARED: EMERGING DESIGNER MARKET

Melbourne Central’s Shot Tower Square is a bustling epicentre, with thousands of visitors flying through every…

By Camille Gower · 3 min read

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2012 STREET STYLE STARS

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

Events and Runways

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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RACHEL GILBERT’S FALL 2013 BRIDAL COLLECTION

Famous for her heavily embellished dresses, Rachel Gilbert has now added a couture bridal service to…

By Lisa Teh · 1 min read

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DION LEE RESORT ’13: LUNAR TIDES

The Dion Lee Resort 2013 Collection is a psychedelic exploration into the theory of ocean currents.…

By Jade Lynn Goh · 1 min read

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COUTURING AND CLOUD 9

  There is exciting news we have been waiting to share with you all! Couturing most…

By Thom Whilton · 2 min read

Events and Runways

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

Events and Runways

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

Events and Runways

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

Events and Runways

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

Behind The Seams

BEHIND THE SEAMS: CHARLOTTE DAWSON ON WHAT IS CLEAVAGELY CORRECT

Christmas lunch with the family- your mid-season tan is glowing, you’ve bought a beautiful summer dress…

By Gemma Watts · 3 min read

Events and Runways

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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LAND’S END SALE

Fashionistas rejoice. The Land’s End sale begins today. The exclusive Paddington boutique is offering 30% off…

By Jade Lynn Goh · 1 min read

Events and Runways

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

Events and Runways

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

Events and Runways

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

Fashion

MICK JAGGER EXCLUSIVELY WEARS JBRAND

“Anything worth doing is worth overdoing.” Mick Jagger’s pout and skintight escapades epitomized the unapologetic decadence…

By Jade Lynn Goh · 2 min read

Fashion

ORRI HENRISSON SPRING/SUMMER 12 CAMPAIGN – “ADVENTURE.EXE”

Melbourne based menswear label Orri Henrisson has released another aesthetically stimulating campaign for their new Spring/Summer 13 collection,…

By Khoa Nguyen · 1 min read

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ECO LUXE

Horst Rechelbacher, the founder of Aveda once said that “true fashion is about non-toxicity. If fashion…

By G W · 5 min read

Events and Runways

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