One of MBFWA’s most anticipated and talked about shows was the return of Jenny Kee to fashion week. An art installation like exhibition showcased Jenny Kee’s the ‘Art of the Scarf’ SS12/13 collection in The Box – where 10 Jenny Kee looks from between 1980 to present were elaborately styled by Kee’s friends Anna and…

One of my first MBFWA shows scheduled in ‘The Box’ was one of my favourite designers’ Sara Phillips and Sara to be the first art installation ‘runway’ show made it a super treat. Art installation for fashion week means media, buyers and press are allowed to walk up, touch and see the collection in greater…

A round up of all things lavender and lilac. Nothing like painting your world purple. Release your inner unicorn!

Sports Luxe meets grunge. Welcome to the Ksubi Streets SS12/13. Getting into this show was easy for me, thanks to HP Australia however alot of the General Admissioners werent allowed in due to the small space of the theatre as well as the high number of people wanting to see the show! The Ksubi SS12/13…

By far my favourite show from Day 1 and quite possibly the whole week – I expected no less from the incredibly talented Aurelio Costarella, known for his exquisite haute couture gowns and dresses.  Aurelio took us on a journey all the way to couture and never looked back – every dress is immaculately constructed;…

Gary Bigeni‘s SS12/13 collection aptly named ‘Fractured Appearance‘ was comprised of orange, tourquoise, creams and a rich deep sea blue where block colours combined with sharp tailoring and delicate draping (which Bigeni is known for) contrasted with geometric prints evidently conveyed the idea of “the juxtaposition between the strong, confident façade people (symbolised through block…

Next right after Lisa Maree, it was time to rush to the next show at Gail Sorronda SS12/13 called Oh my Goth! Presented as an art installation, this enabled photographers, international media and delegates to really get up close and personal in viewing the collection. Gail Sorronda, usually synonomous for her monochromatic collections broke free…

Mercedez-Benz Fashion Week Australia or MBFWA kicked off yesterday at the Overseas Passenger Terminal situated in Sydney’s Circular Quay. With shows in full swing from 9am-9pm for five days straight, it certainly is both enjoyable, tiring, stressful and invigorating all at the same time. Thanks to HP Australia for providing me with front row seats…

On Tuesday evening, I had the pleasure of attending one of my favourite Australian designers’ runway shows – my amazingly talented and dear friend Phoenix Keating. Introducing DE-SEX Spring Summer 12/13 a collection that successfully retains its loyalty to the label’s distinctive design aesthetic – ready to wear with a couture edge. Many of you…

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