Showing posts with label Fashion. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fashion. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Fashion Wants and Must Have's

Stella Mccartney

clara whispering silk-satin chemise
Day Birger Et Mikkelsen Day
Niiley Jacket
Theory

Nimue open-knit sweater

See by Chloe Carmen

ostrich effect leather shoulder bag
Maison Martin Margiela

Brass and Glass crystal ring
Kelly Wearstler

Brass chain and lapis necklace
Alexander Mcqueen

embellished gold cuff
Acne Lempicka

Wide Leg Pant
Acne

Allowed silk shirt








Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Yeojin Bae @ PFF

Perth Fashion Festival (PFF) has confirmed one of Australia’s most coveted designers Yeojin Bae will show her Summer 2011/12 collection, Premiere at the 13th annual Festival on 22 September 2011. Her collection will be the first to show at the new-look Fashion Paramount and will mark the designer’s first runway show in Western Australia.

yeojin bae spring summer 2012 collection


Designer Yeojin Bae


Having amassed a worldwide cult following and stocked in some of the world’s most desired shopping destinations including Barney’s New York, Matches in London and Harvey Nichol’s in Dubai, Yeojin will make her Perth debut at PFF’s sophisticated new home – Hackett Hall at the Western Australian Museum.



“I am thrilled to be opening Perth Fashion Festival’s Fashion Paramount shows with my Summer 2011 collection ‘Premiere’. This will be my debut runway in Perth and I look forward to showing my collection of sophisticated and feminine daywear to cocktail pieces,” Yeojin said.



PFF Director Mariella Harvey-Hanrahan said she was thrilled Yeojin had chosen to show her Summer 2011/12 collection at Perth Fashion Festival.



“Yeojin is a cult status label and a big name in the Australian fashion industry and we’re delighted that she will be the opening show at Fashion Paramount!”


“Yeojin’s decision to show at PFF confirms that our Festival is being noticed by all the right people. It’s encouraging that Eastern States-based designers want to show at PFF – it evens things out with so many Western Australian designers showing at fashion events like Rosemount Australia Fashion Week,” Ms Harvey Hanrahan said.

Premiere will showcase Yeojin’s signature style – an edgy elegance with razor sharp tailoring. The collection features necklines decorated with mesh fabric, sequined pieces that hug the body in an array of sleek silks.



PFF will launch its 2011 calendar at an invitation-only event on 9 August.



Sunday, July 10, 2011

You!?! Yes YOU!!!!




Perth Fashion Festival’s (PFF) talent scouts are on the hunt for volunteers interested in a career in fashion and events.


Style Envoy is an opportunity for enthusiastic and talented Western Australians to develop their PR, events and marketing skills at a world-class fashion event.


PFF Marketing and Sponsorship Coordinator Jessica Snook said her experience as a Style Envoy volunteer was invaluable and helped her secure employment in an industry she aspired to.


“It can be difficult to gain experience in WA’s competitive events and fashion industry, so Style Envoy was a great way for me to make contacts and experience what goes into running a successful fashion event,” Ms Snook said.


“Style Envoy is challenging but also a lot of fun. Volunteers get to help out in a range of areas from dressing models, front-of-house and event management support,” she added.


PFF is seeking 100 volunteers to fill administration, marketing, event management, publicity, backstage, styling, production and VIP hosting roles at the 2011 Festival.






All volunteers must be available to work in a full time capacity from Wednesday 21 September to Tuesday 27 September. Shifts will be 6-8 hours and will run from 8am to midnight. Volunteers will be required to work a minimum of five shifts over the Festival period.






Applications for Style Envoy 2011 are open until 30 July 2011. All Style Envoy volunteers will receive a formal induction, with thorough training and support. Applicants must be over 18 years of age.


For more information or to register your interest in becoming a Style Envoy volunteer please email style.envoy@perthfashionfestival.com.au.

It's almost that time of year again!.......PFF!



Media Release: PFF confirms designer line-up and new home for Fashion Paramount





Perth Fashion Festival (PFF) today confirmed Story By Tang, Ae’lkemi and S2 as its first three stand-alone designers that will show their Spring/Summer 2011/12 collections at Fashion Paramount in September.




Christine Tang’s penchant for party dresses, Chrissie Catling’s bold, minimalist look and Alvin Fernandez’s statement gowns will bring some serious fashion ‘cred’ to the new Fashion Paramount at Hackett Hall at the Western Australian Museum.




Winner of the PFF 2010 Designer of the Year award, Alvin Fernandez of Ae’lkemi said he was thrilled to be asked to be part of this year’s Festival.




“My business partner Annmarie and I were so excited to be invited to show at PFF. We are very much looking forward to staging our first solo show on home soil and can’t wait for the people of Perth to see what we do on an international and national level,” Mr Fernandez said.




PFF Director Mariella Harvey-Hanrahan said the line up of stand-alone designer shows at this year’s Festival is sure to impress and pique the interests of fashion followers of all tastes.




“Story By Tang, S2 and Ae’lkemi are three strong examples of the fashion talent we have in this State and we are delighted to have them on board for the 13th annual Festival. All have achieved widespread acclaim for their innovative designs and together have notched up an impressive show portfolio including StyleAid, G’Day USA, Milan Fashion Week and Rosemount Australian Fashion Week (RAFW).”




“Paramount will be the fashion pinnacle during the Festival and over the next few weeks we will have many other exciting designers and initiatives to announce as part of our 2011 program that is testament to the strength, diversity and growth of the Festival,” Ms Harvey-Hanrahan said.




“The Museum is an exciting and sophisticated new home for Fashion Paramount. The beauty of the venue is a fitting complement to fashion and its simplicity will ensure that all eyes are on the 32 designer collections we will be watching on the runway.”




Giant dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures will exit Hackett Hall in coming weeks so the architecturally and historically significant space can be transformed into a fashion venue able to cater for 5,000 guests over five nights.


With a European-inspired extra-wide runway, the Museum’s high ornate ceilings and stunning polished boards, the new Paramount’s understated elegance will be an impressive home for the Festival.


PFF is supported by the State Government, through Eventscorp and the Department of Culture and the Arts, as well as the City of Perth. Further information on PFF 2011’s new program of events and venues will be released in coming weeks.






Perth Fashion Festival will be held from 21 – 27 September.

Thursday, June 30, 2011

Styleaid 2011





Sensory overload: The sensual touch of velvet… The depth of a midnight sky… The fragrance of a hundred roses… The melodic tones of violins… The taste of life

Sumptuous, luxurious, extravagant, lavish and decadent



Consistently raising the bar in glamorous and extraordinary events each year, the STYLEAID committee, in conjunction with WAtoday.com.au and the WA AIDS Council is pleased to present their most decadent theme to date, O...PULENT.


OPULENT marks a return to a formal black tie affair, STYLEAID in 2011 has many more surprises in store to keep ahead of the trend and set that standard of fashion fundraising events in Western Australia.


While the list of designers remains under wraps, STYLEAID Creative Director Aly May has some of the biggest surprises up her sleeve that will sends hearts racing when the first model steps out on the runway.


The STYLEAID Committee and naming rights sponsor WAtoday.com.au present STYLEAID Opulent at the Burswood Entertainment Complex of Friday 29th of July 2011, tickets on sale now.



Tuesday, April 19, 2011

ZARA HAS LANDED



Zara the Spanish Fashion Powerhouse has finally hit our shores, taking up an impressive 1,400 square metres of retail space spread across 2 floors at Westfields, Pitt Street in Sydney.  

The interior of the store is clean, modern and sophisticated with extra wide pathways, creating a feeling of space, comfort and ease for shoppers.

Zara opened its first location in 1975 in Spain. It is owned by the Inditex Group, one of the world’s largest fashion retailers, which has more than 5,000 stores worldwide under eight fashion concepts: Zara, Zara Home , Massimo Dutti, Pull&Bear, Oysho, Bershka, Stradivarius and Uterqüe.

Stores all around the worls receive new stock twice a week, majority of the merchandise contained in the shipments are alike to the latest fashions straight from the catwalk. Zara offers luxe for less, employing in excess of 1,000 design staff ensuring that each item is up to the Zara standard.

Zara looks further to cement their icon brand within Australia with plans to launch a second establishment on Melbourne’s Burke Street during June of this year. Zara’s arrival in Australia means that the retailer now has stores in 78 countries on five continents -- more than 1,700 Zara stores worldwide.



















Monday, April 4, 2011

Haute on High Boutique



























Haute on High Boutique is Perth’s newest fashion destination stocking a selection of haute couture and ready to wear pieces.


Located in the beautiful heritage listed West End of Fremantle, WA, It is the long anticipated flagship store for Perth Sensation Elsa Couture, amongst a selection of additional local and imported labels for fashion, accessories, gift lines and home wares.


Open Tuesday to Saturday 10-5. 15 High Street Fremantle West End. 94331861.


Previously only creating commissioned pieces for private clientele Elsa is now delighted at the public’s response to her work. “It is exciting to have a full collection of my designs displayed and available to the public for the first time.” says Elsa “It opens whole new creative window and the feedback has been truly inspiring, it has been a long time coming.”




“People have been stating for years that her pieces should be on runways and displayed in high end boutiques” says her daughter, Bernice, of Bernice Sara Swim & Resort who showcased in this years Perth Fashion Festival, and is also stocked in the boutique.


WA label, Elsa Couture, is the personification of femininity, infused with modern embellishment. With two decades of design experience, Elsa Couture provides a distinctive collection of handmade evening wear favored by fashion savvy socialites, craving a touch of class and exclusivity.


Amongst one off designs and a tantalizing assortment of luxurious silks, chiffons, sequins and stones, they are handmade pieces with intricate detailing and exceptional construction to compliment the feminine silhouette.


The Elsa Couture signature look has a cinematic element to it; synonymous with opulence, extravagance and drama, she draws inspiration from the lives and looks of iconic women with great individual style like Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe.



Thursday, March 31, 2011

JOSH GOOT POP UP STORE




















For all of you in Perth that are always complaining that there is a lack of fashion in Perth I beg to differ!


This Saturday and Sunday Australian born turned internationally acclaimed designer Josh Goot is coming to Perth and bringing his collection with him, in a much anticipated Pop Up Store at One40 William Street.


The fashion darlings at Perth Fashion Festival have again out done themselves in organising this one-off exclusive event.


To make sure that you don't miss out on purchasing designer threads at bargain prices, head along to One40 this weekend.





E L L E R Y RTW SS11 RUNWAY SHOW


So as many of you know the much anticipated E L L E R Y RTW SS 11 l collection was launched at a VIP-Invite only parade held at One40 William street on Tuesday night.

Prior to the show I was lucky enough to attend the One4o William Pop up and score myself a little piece of E L L E R Y to take home with me, a limited edition dress that melted my heart and my pockets.

Whilst there I was lucky enough to scope out the venue and take a sneak peek at the set-up and layout for the evening.


my little slice of ellery




The parade took place on the second floor of the relatively new One40 William Street building in a pre-fit out space that  resembled an raw urban inner-city warehouse.

Guests were treated to sumptuous hor'derves, cocktails, wine and champagne, while the styling team and designer (Kym Ellery) primped and preened the models backstage until they looked flawless.

The atmosphere was pure excitement and anticipation as fashionistas, bloggers, stylists, designers,  local perthonalities, magazine Ed's from around the country and yes the much talked about socialite Lara Bingle mingled and gushed over each other’s fabulous array of glamarous attires.

As the lights dimmed guests made their way to the allocated seating and the show commenced with up-beat indie tunes pumping, with the bronzed surfer-like models gracing the runway in true E L L E R Y designs; bellbottom trousers,  sheer maxi skirts, accentuated shoulders, and sculptural jackets featured in copper, tan, gold, white, rose, and black.

Not to mention the exquisite accessories; the  E L L E R Y et Graz catseye sunglasses and the Guillotine low-cut ankle boot with lucite heel in black proved E L L E R Y  not only designs clothes to die for, she also designs out of this world accessories.

Following the show, guests were invited to join Ellery, Bingle and festival VIPs for an after-party at Wolfe Lane bar were Oyster magazine's Ariane Halls took to the decks entertaining the select VIP.



























lara in ellery galaxy dress with friend and designer kym ellery

fellow blogers and i taking our front row seat