Archive for 2009
Image: BLAAK
When it comes to avant garde mens+womens fashion, Perth boutique DILETTANTE are IT! Their menswear store has finally opened its doors and features new season collections from Boris Bidjan Saberi, Blaak, Claude Maus, Friedrich Gray, The Viridi-anne, + Vivienne Westwood man.
Also, very exciting Italian + incredible additions for men: beautiful, hand made shoes from Marsell and hand painted, leather handbags from Numero 10, but you’ve been warned, they are selling f-a-s-t !
Shop 1, 90 King st (cnr Wellington) Perth 6000.
08 9322 9678
hours:
mon-thur 10am-5pm
sat 10am – 5pm
sun 1pm – 5pm
Empire Of The Sun Shines @ the Australian ARIAS!
In events on November 29, 2009 at 11:27 pm
I couldn’t believe that The Empire of the Sun beat AC/DC @ this year’s ARIA’s the other night! Congratulations guys, this is just the beginning …
Image Via
The Vine Celebrates the life of Daul Kim in retro …
In Models on November 29, 2009 at 11:15 pm
The Vine pays a tribute by way of a video retrospective on the short life of young Korean model, Daul Kim …
Via The Vine
Lisa Carletta takes a bite
In photography on November 22, 2009 at 4:42 am
Andrea Crews ::: SS010 THE JOGGING Collection
In fashion, menswear, womenswear on November 22, 2009 at 2:51 am
Daul Kim Apparent Suicide @ 20
In Models on November 20, 2009 at 7:11 am
If all the news are true, then the apparent suicide of Daul Kim is something which is quite devastating. She was only 20 years old. We can only wonder about her thoughts in those last moments before her life slipped away …
RIP
* Images courtesy Russh magazine
Romance Was Born + Their ‘Pearl’s Dream ‘
In events, fashion on November 20, 2009 at 6:55 am
Very exciting news … ROMANCE WAS BORN are launching their very own concept store “Pearl’s Dream”!
Their inspiration comes via their latest collection – DOILIES AND PEARLS, OYSTERS AND SHELLS, and opens the doors to the public from Friday November 27 to Sunday 31 January 2010 @ THE INTERSECTION, 2A Glenmore Road, Paddington!!!
Via Pedestrian TV
Lost In The Supermarket with Ben Frost
In Art, events on November 20, 2009 at 6:44 am
LOST IN THE SUPERMARKET
A NEW SOLO EXHIBITION BY BEN FROST
OPENING THURSDAY NOVEMBER 26TH, 6 -8 PM
We are all Lost in the Supermarket
and we don’t even know it.
 | For the first time in three years, Ben Frost unleashes his visual delight that is mental torture, on Sydney. Recently returned from his second solo show in New York following exhibitions in London, Berlin, Amsterdam, Singapore, Beijing and San Francisco, Lost in the Supermarket embodies a solidification of the culturally confrontational and wildly irrepressible identity he has garnered over the last decade. Now represented for the first time in Australia by a commercial gallery, Boutwell Draper in Redfern, Frost finds himself resting, even just for a moment, amongst a stable of distinctive and well-established international artists. This latest move signifying a leap of recognition in this country, from low-brow art rock star to vital sub-cultural art figure. Ben Frost carries a lusty allegiance amongst his fans, with the enviable ability to tweak the vibe wire and entice the people, silent Pied Piper style, into his world of kaleidoscopic neo pop violence. His recent appearance on the Australian version of US reality series The Apprentice, saw him draw a larger crowd to see his work than any of the other exhibiting artists on the show. Well of course he did, he’s Ben Frost. In an ironic twist tied carefully between concept and reality, Frost has refined this ability to hypnotise his audience into a world of ferociously poignant assault. A background in performance art would explain this, with his existence within the visual art world becoming one all-encompassing, and frighteningly clever, performance piece that we find ourselves within. Lost in the Supermarket, a reference to The Clash song, remarks on the over stimulation, confusion and daily hypnosis we are trapped by, as we struggle to stand still on a buzzing psychedelic landscape of brands, identities and social demands. This is an exhibition of works that both comforts and confronts, as you slide through the hyper reality of Ben Frost’s world and come out the other side dusting off the sensory debris of your over crowded daily life. __ Ben Frost has exhibited extensively throughout Europe, the United States and Australia. His work is held in multiple private collections internationally, including television executive Kerry Stokes, as well as public collections including Artbank. He is the co-founder of the online art portal stupidkrap.com, and was a guest speaker at the 2008 Semi-Permanent and AG IDEAS conferences in Australia. Ben currently lives in Sydney and operates ‘Worlds End Studio’, in Surry Hills. |
www.boutwelldrapergallery.com.au
Exhibition continues until December 17th.
GARETH PUGH Coming Soon 2 LEFT BOUTIQUE
In fashion on November 20, 2009 at 6:35 am
L E F T
will soon present
the new collection
of
Gareth Pugh
for Autumn Winter 2009/2010.
L e f t
161 GERTRUDE ST
FITZROY VIC 3065
T+ 61 3 9419 9292
F+ 61 3 9419 6911
E+ leftfashion@bigpond.com
W+ leftmelbourne.blogspot.com
Via LEFT
Get The Look For Less With SWATCH!
In accessories on November 17, 2009 at 2:20 am
SWATCH launched the brand new FULL BLOODED WHITE watch at their flagship store re-launch yesterday, and celebrity Kelly Osbourne was one of the celebrities quite keen to show it off!
Looking similar to Chanel’s Ceramic watch, Swatch gives you the look, but for less, and looks fantastic against a tanned wrist (for those of us in the southern hemisphere!)
Pop over to the Swatch store to view their entire collection …
Dion Lee’s Got The Edge @ The New Guard
In Boutiques, online store, womenswear on October 26, 2009 at 12:01 am
If you’ve been searching for that special silk blazer with an edge, you simply can’t bypass this hot little number from our friends at THE NEW GUARD !
The Dion Lee Silk Blazer With Sleeve Twist is 100% silk + is available in Black and Blue … + FREE SHIPPING!
Hilary Duff loves Pepper And Pistol!
In fashion on October 11, 2009 at 4:11 am
In case you missed Gossip Girl’s last episode - Hilary Duff looked all great wearing a Pepper+Pistol Dress from AW09!
DimePiece Designs One Pussy You Can’t Fuck With …
In fashion, womenswear on October 11, 2009 at 3:10 am
Here are a couple of cool new kimono t-shirt styles from DimePiece Designs —One Pussy + Ain’t No Wifey.
To see a full list of DimePiece retailers check their STORE LOCATOR.
Links à la Mode ::: October 1 :::
In Links à la Mode on October 5, 2009 at 4:36 am
Edited by Debutante Clothing
I just turned 35. It’s a landmark year not just chronologically, but style wise. I am now approaching that next age bracket in the How to Dress for Your Age features in mags. You know the ones. Thank goodness for my blogger pals here at Independent Fashion Bloggers. You’ll find some of the best style guides here this week. Guides such as Mischief My Dear’s advice on finding the perfect LBD and Fasshonaburu’s Spring 2010 trends guide. But beware the urge to dress too sexy. 39th and Broadway tells you why toddlers and stilletos don’t mix, and Squareectomy questions the taste level of visible thongs. Enjoy!
Links à la Mode : October 1st
- 39th and Broadway - – Toddlers, Stilettos, Thongs, Oh My!
- Awakened Aesthetic - – features t-shirts by the Samburu Project, which provides drinking water to the Samburu District in Northern Kenya.
- Bobbins And Bombshells - – veiled headband fascinator DIY tutorial
- Debutante Clothing - – vintage paper dresses that are anything but disposable
- Fasshonaburu - – Sure peaked shoulders and sequins and tribal were on the runways… again. But here are five NEW trends to come out of Spring 2010 NY Fashion Week!
- fête à fête - – Vouelle’s new Fall-Winter 2009-2010 shoe collection, straight from Paris!
- Friend in Fashion - – A vintage tale: gorgeous lace & bows
- Hong Kong Fashion Geek - – VPL’s anatomy-inspired spring collection, and how to replicate the skeletal fascination right now
- Idiosyncratic Style - – Awesome style from the brit drama Skins
- Independent Fashion Bloggers – When should you start charging money for your blogging experience?
- Jewelrywhore - – Madeleine Albright is kicking butt with her brooches
- Mishief My Dear - – four versions of the Little Black Dress that should be in every woman’s wardrobe
- Oranges and Apples - – A guide to vintage shopping in Berlin
- Squareectomy - – More Exposed Bits: the less flattering side of the fashion world
- Super Kawaii Mama - – Travel Essentials to keep it glam! The secrets to staying fancy in flight.
- The Coveted - – Do Fashion Blogs Glamorize Smoking?
- The Demoiselles - – Elle answers a reader’s question about being an in-betweeny – not quite plus size, not quite “regular”
- The Fashion Planner - – shows you how to get the look of Marc by Marc Jacobs.
- The Working Wardrobe - – perfecting the business “ice breaker” by working your accessories (that don’t thaw out your assets).
- Where Is That From? - – eco fashion show featuring local Toronto designers and design collectives
MAIDEN BRITAIN in full swing @ The East Room
In London Fashion Week, events on October 5, 2009 at 2:25 amHere’s some backstage footage from the amazing event I’ve been featuring of late … the ZIAD GHANEM LONDON FASHION WEEK SS10 SHOW in collaboration with FIRETRAP!
Taking place @ the Vauxhall Fashion Scout, the show featured Ziad’s Ready-To-Wear collection — Maiden Britain — along with denim patchwork pieces created from Firetrap’s original styles.
The capsule collection is due to be exhibited within London’s City Hall before going under the hammer @ auction in support of THE MAYOR’S FUND FOR LONDON.
Here’s some exclusive backstage footage of the show + after party which took place @ THE EAST ROOM in Shoreditch.
Gareth Pugh’s latest collection rises out of the ashes…
In London Fashion Week on October 2, 2009 at 2:00 am
GARETH PUGH ss2010
With glowing shades of ash, GARETH PUGH produced quite an eclectic mix of mens-+-womenswear in this season’s show, corsets featured in the menswear while the womenswear was less constrained.
Via Style.com
Spring Runway Trend: Back on the chain gang in a vintage-style tea dress
In Uncategorized on October 2, 2009 at 1:04 am
Lanvin Bag, $1,965; http://net-a-porter.com.
Chain strap bags featured on the catwalk recently as did the dainty chiffon tea dress …
Via Instyle
WHIP IT GIRLS
In events on October 2, 2009 at 12:51 am
Eve, Ellen Page, Drew Barrymore and Juliette Lewis
WHIP IT girls – Eve, Ellen Page, Drew Barrymore + Juliette Lewis – answer questions about their chick flick at The Doll Factory in Los Angeles.
Via InStyle
Sale Solutions @ FAT’s Annual Garage Sale
In Sales on October 2, 2009 at 12:32 am
From Friday 9th October, for one week only FAT will hold its anual Garage Sale.
With stock up to 70% off…..
alpha60, antipodium, Arnsdorf, Asuza,
Bassike, Beat Poet, Chronicles of Never,
Claude Maus, Elke Kramer, Ksubi,
Life With Bird, Lover, NomD, Nathan Smith,
PAM, Romanca was Born, Schwipe,
Self Help, TV
++++++++ Many More!
LIFE Presents Audrey Hepburn
In Magazines on October 2, 2009 at 12:06 am
Capturing the woman who made that LITTLE BLACK DRESS so famous, LIFE.com presents a number of photo galleries featuring AUDREY HEPBURN.
From her hunky leading men, to the making of classics such as SABRINA and FUNNY FACE – each photo capturing the elegance of one of the world’s most beloved actresses and style icons.
Last Friday, the 25th of September would have marked Audrey’s 55th wedding anniversary to Mel Ferrer.
Photo:
John Kobal Foundation/Getty Images
Via LIFE.com
T.U.K Creepers on the Catwalk @ Fashion Week!
In Fashion Week, Footwear on September 30, 2009 at 9:32 am
I remember way back in the mid 80s when my cousin made his transition into Rocker-hood +always wore creepers …. actually, I think he still does!
I love them + have been a fan of them myself from way back and am happy they’re back!
Emma Bell (featured pics above) featured T.U.K.’s Mondo Creepers + Sneaker Creepers @ Vienna Fashion Week following their appearances @ Charlie Le Mindu + Ziad Ghanem in London.
Swatch Launches Men’s Premium AutoChrono Collection
In Uncategorized on September 30, 2009 at 5:37 am
Swiss fashion/jewellery maker SWATCH shakes up the world of traditional watch making with the launch of its SWATCH CHRONO AUTOMATIC COLLECTION.
The debut collection lauches on the 15th of October + consists of 5 sporty models offering stylish looks, rugged design + precision timing.
Each of the 5 models in the collection features:
- a molded plastic case;
- disc-shaped windows in the crystal glass case back present an unobstructed view of the fascinating mechanical movement within.
- New self-winding ETA Caliber C01.211;
- A fifteen-jewel 3Hz movement with a 46- hour power reserve.
The CHRONO AUTOMATIC wrist watch challenges the more conservative market – Swatch’s inventive + creative designers have wrapped the inimitable Swatch look + feel around a new self-winding movement – putting assured chrono automatic performance + extraordinary style within easy reach of adventurers all over the world!
Don’t Miss Out!!! ::: SWATCH Billy the Artist Morning Glow Watch Give-Away!
In Campaigns, accessories on September 30, 2009 at 5:13 am
To celebrate the 2009 CreArt Collection, Swatch and its partner Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS are giving away a Billy the Artist Morning Glow watch!
Become a fan:
SWATCH US (Facebook)
http://www.facebook.com/SwatchUS
&
BROADWAY CARES (Facebook)
Nami NYCs Plastic Nature
In fashion on September 29, 2009 at 7:52 am
Airy Sleeveless Shirt, Tree Print Tee in Milk, Hybrid Culotte, and Knot Bracelets by NAMI
Links à la Mode
In Links à la Mode on September 26, 2009 at 5:02 am
Breath Mint Anyone?
Edited by Jordana
There’s something about the fall season that brings both calming and chaotic feelings. As we kiss our wild summer nights goodbye, we say hello to late night study sessions and longer days in the office. As New York Fashion Week closes and we’re trying to catch up on the latest collections, London Fashion Week kicks off. This week’s round up of Links à la Mode from Independent Fashion Bloggers embodies a little bit of everything in an effort to give you a breather in between the deceiving calm that comes with fall. We’ve got runway reviewes ranging from Fashion Pulse’s take on Tory Burch to Fasshonaburu’s humorous experience at the Snuggie fashion show, and Style Amour rated the top five most disappointing Spring 2010 collections. There are also a few new DIY’s worth checking out, especially the Maison Michael bunny ears post from Monoxious. Last but not least, make sure you check out Ashe Mischief’s scando-style post on Sarah Von of Yes and Yes on Dramatis Personae.
By the way, if you haven’t checked out the IFB Dress Up Soiree & Evolving Influence Panel recap, click here.
Links à la Mode : September 24th
- A Typical Atypical: Make me a… 20’s flapper girl – vintage outfits for the modern girl
- Aysha’s Rabbit Hole: Watch the accessory madness
- Bobbins And Bombshells: Musings on the history and significance of red lipstick
- Broke & Beautiful: Bored with the same old nude pumps? Elle shares some architectural ones to covet, instead
- Clutch 22: DVF ss10 Cleopatra in the 21st Century
- Decline Designs: Looking Forward to Fall at Decline Designs
- Dramatis Personae: Sarah Von of Yes and Yes shares the secrets of Scandinavian Style
- Fashion Hippo: To Trend or Not to Trend? Fall 2009 trends contemplated
- Fashion Pulse: Up close and personal at the Tory Burch Spring 2010 presentation.
- Fasshonaburu: Alyssa goes to and reviews the hilarious Snuggie Fashion Show during NY Fashion Week!
- Friend in Fashion: More milage from your fashion dollar. Tube skirt, 6 different looks
- Glamoursplash: They don’t make ‘em like this anymore; the beautiful mermaids of Busby Berkleys Footlight Parade
- Idiosyncratic Style: If fall’s hottest shoes belonged to a clique
- Independent Fashion Bloggers: The IFB Dress Up Soiree recap… photos and more!
- Monoxious: How to make your own Maison Michel Lace bunny ears!
- Prom Mafia: DC Fashion Week embraces white after Labor Day and shows beauty comes in all colors, shapes, sizes
- Retro Chick: Win a Lulu Guinness Cameo City Tote
- Style Amour: Spring’s 2010 biggest Misses – the top 5 most disappointing NYFW shows
- Sweet Fuzz: Win the gorgeous Gemma necklace (worth $155 dollars!) from Twisted and Beautiful, featured on Bravo’s NYC Prep
- The Coveted: Buckled and Booted… essential boots for Autumn
- The Fashion Planner: How to make a T-shirt Lei Necklace; plus enter to win one!
- The Sideshow Scrapbook: Review about the “Ones to Watch” catwalk show at LFW
Rufus Green + Sunny Side Smart Kids Club (SSSKC) drop in @ Cubic Collective!
In menswear on September 25, 2009 at 3:50 am
Hot on the racks @ Cubic Collective is the first drop of the new Spring/Summer collections from our favourites Rufus Green – Powers & Lightening + SSSKC – Dollars Nor Cents.
So, what are you guys waiting for?
Check it out now!
THE IMMORALIST After Party …
In London Fashion Week, events, fashion on September 24, 2009 at 7:25 am
As promised, here’s the latest on THE IMMORALIST …
Here are the pics from the after party which took place at ‘The East Rooms‘ and which featured performances by Ex Lovers & Ali Love + DJ sets by Disco Bloodbath and Gutterslut.
Recap: The denim items were a result of the collaboration with Firetrap and will be exhibited then auctioned @ City Hall in order to support the Mayors Fund For London. So if you happen to be in London town @ about that time + you’ve got some spare dosh, take a look at the capsule collection and support this really important charity!
The Immoralist:::I LOST MY HEAD THE DAY I FOUND MY HEART
In London Fashion Week, fashion on September 24, 2009 at 2:37 am
You may recall my previous article on THE IMMORALIST collaboration between Firetrap and London’s ‘cult couturier’ Ziad Ghanem for Spring/Summer 2010.
I’ve just received these amazing images of the seven-piece capsule range which celebrates a festival of colour, texture and form, shiny futuristic metallics which are juxtaposed against 3D shapes and easy-to-wear fabrics, creating pieces full of wit and character.
As mentioned in the previous article, THE IMMORALIST was inspired by the Andre Gide novel (of the same name) and takes in a myriad of references from Hollywood’s glamorous Golden Age, to London’s multi-cultural mix.
“It’s the American Dream turned into a British Reality.”
– Ziad Ghanem
From Pop Art to Fast Food, the positivity of post-war 1950s America is the inspiration behind the collection, reflecting on the era of youthful optimism and a future full of promise.
The capsule range is due for exhibition within City Hall before going under auction in support of The Mayor’s Fund for London.
Links à la Mode
In Links à la Mode, Uncategorized on September 18, 2009 at 6:10 am
Beyond Fashion Week
Edited by Ashe Mischief
There’s a certain amount of irony in the fact I edited this week’s Links a la Mode, as it’s New York Fashion Week– because it’s something I’ve never actually covered before. Style moves on– whether it’s fashion week or the holidays, or the worst day of your life, and for that, we’ve got a bit of coverage from NYFW, some great posts to challenge your mind and body, and a bit of eye candy to tide us over through the weekend.
Links à la Mode : September 17th
- 39th and Broadway – Designing Divisions
- Anywhere but here – Inspired by: Elton John
- awakened aesthetic – I Got Tatted!
- Denim Debutante – Denim Store Review: ECBC (and Giveaway!)
- Denimaniac – Interview | Philip Goss for Ijin Material
- dramatis personae – South African Street Style
- Fashion Pulse Daily – Blogging Live from Vivienne Tam S/S 2010
- FashionHippo – Best Fall 2009 Top Trends: Draped, Ruffled, One Shoulder and More
- girl friday – DIYLeather Necklace I’ve been thinking about…
- HiFashion – Successful Online Shopping
- Individual Chic – 7 simple steps when shopping for swimwear
- Oranges and Apples – Diversity in fashion and style for all ages
- Rags to Reverie – Give Me A Hint!
- Retro Chick – Make Do and Mend
- Style Symmetry – Symmetry Seven ~ Doe Deere
- sweetarchivia – The Lighter Side of Olive Skin Tones
- THE COVETED – Backstage and on the runways at Matthew Ames SS10
- The Demoiselles – Body Type? What Body Type?
- The Greyest Ghost – The Day I Met Gwen Stefani…Twice
- The Sideshow Scrapbook – have to have……….Knuckle duster clutch
- Think Thru Fashion – One Scarf, Tied 5 Different Ways
Via IFB
Robyn Black – Fitzroy’s Best Kept Secret!
In independent fashion design, womenswear on September 16, 2009 at 4:48 am
Tucked away in her sunny Fitzroy studio, Melbourne womenswear designer ROBYN BLACK works tirelessly creating impeccable + cutting edge collections.
New Zealand born and raised, Robyn Black moved to Australia in 1998 and it wasn’t long before Robyn began her eponymous label, ROBYN BLACK. Her work is coveted by many Melbourne women who have discovered her signature aesthetic and like myself, have instantly fallen in love!
The Robyn Black aesthetic has been described as being truly ‘Melbourne’ and I also have to agree. Her palette usually consists of blacks + pure whites as a backdrop to exquisite soft colours and textures, and she is most definitely ahead of her time.
Currently, the Robyn Black label is sold exclusively @ The Signet Bureau boutique, 165 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy 3065 {+61 39415 7470} Australia.
I will be featuring an interview with her in our upcoming issue of TFB, (out 1st October), so stay tuned 
Credits:
Photographer: Peter Ryle
Stylist: Jordan Moore
Model: Yasmine Staub
Links à la Mode
In Links à la Mode on September 11, 2009 at 2:50 am
Shifting Gears
Edited by Jennine
It’s here. Summer’s (basically) over, back to school, back to work… even in fashion today is the official first day of Fashion Week madness, and New York is only the beginning. I’ve always thought once Labor Day rolled around, we shifted gears realizing that the year is almost out it’s time to start packing it all in! This week, we’ve got an amazing round of links…seriously, it was so hard to pick only 20. Style Amor wonders if we really need fashion week at all… Heavy Heels sense the Winds of Change, as models start chopping their locks, The Demoiselles start a getting healthy project for a bunch of ladies, kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS gets an remarkable interview with Patricia Ayers.
Links à la Mode : September 10th
- Art of Accessories – Translating the Trends: Ruffles
- BRICK MY LANE – The ruffled neckpiece – part 2
- dramatis personae – “Plus-Sized” Bras for Busty Gals
- Fashion Hippo – Giveaway: Tory Burch Logo Clutch
- Fashion Pulse Daily – FelixRey.com: Fashion Pulse Daily Readers Get an Exclusive 20% Off!
- fete a fete – Giorgio Armani Beauty Fall 2009 Manta Ray & Eyes To Kill
- Heavy Heels – Wind of Change
- Idiosyncratic Style – IdStyle File – Kaitlyn Regehr
- Independent Fashion Bloggers – How Important is Trust? A Review of Trust Agents
- Intrinsically Florrie – Luella Loveage
- kaKofonie Of si(gh)lenS – Interview with Patricia Ayres
- Little Miss Makeup – Is applying liquid eyeliner your biggest beauty frustration?
- Meilily – Ruffled Makeup Bag by Christian Siriano for VS Makeup
- Retro Chick – Planning an Autumn Winter 2009-10 Wardrobe
- Style Amor – Do We Need Fashion Week?
- Style it You – Breaking Barriers
- Style Symmetry – The Last Hurrah Giveaway
- Stylish Thought – Stylish Thoughts on Coco, Karl & Feminism
- Super Kawaii Mama – Worn Wild – MSFW’s Dark Side
- THE COVETED – Mahtab Azimi’s Cozy Little Black Dress
- The Demoiselles – We’re Getting Healthy
Natasha’s Obsessed @ MUSE Magazine!
In Magazines, Models on September 10, 2009 at 3:40 am
Just popped over the 5PREVIEW’s blog for a peak + came across this! The model is the gorgeous Natasha Poly + the photographer is Sølve Sundsbø + the shirts are by 5preview. Figurini and CAVOUR.
The September issue of MUSE will hit the stands any second now, so scoot over + get your copy!
Here’s a preview from MUSE MAGAZINE.
Via 5PREVIEW blog
THE IMMORALIST Transforms Firetrap’s Denim with Ziad Ghanem’s MAIDEN BRITAIN
In Campaigns, London Fashion Week, events, fashion on September 9, 2009 at 2:36 am
ZIAD GHANEM & MAIDEN BRITAIN collaboration with FIRETRAP presents THE IMMORALIST …
FIRETRAP’s brand of London-ism reflects the capital’s street culture and distinct eclectic sense of style and is reflected in their desire to collaborate with an established London based independent designer to create a capsule collection scheduled to be shown as part of September’s LONDON FASHION WEEK.
Their choice: avant garde cult couturier ZIAD GHANEM was invited to collaborate with them with his Ready To Wear line, MAIDEN BRITAIN for Spring/Summer 2010.
Entitled THE IMMORALIST (after Gide’s novel), Ziad Ghanem brings into the mix his recycle/redesign aesthetic to Firetrap’s denim line in order to create a capsule range of 7 pieces … transforming denim ito distinctively individual pieces, yet remaining true to Firetrap’s collection + feel.
THE IMMORALIST will be unveiled as part of Vauxhall Fashion Scout at September’s London Fashion Week. The 7 pieces will then go on to be exhibited within the fantastic City Hall before going under auction in support of MAYOR’s FUND FOR LONDON. This charity was set up earlier this year to improve opportunities + aspirations of disadvantaged children and young people in London – nearly half of which are living in poverty. Both Firetrap + Ziad Ghanem felt that it made sense to show their support by becoming involved and encouraging others to do the same. They hope to not only provide financial support to the Fund, but they also wish to inspire young people across London.
If you’re also interested in supporting the MAYOR’s FUND FOR LONDON by donations for the charity, you can get more information @ http://mayorsfundforlondon.org.uk.
Details:
ZIAD GHANEM & MAIDEN BRITAIN Collaboration with FIRETRAP presents THE IMMORALIST …
from
4.45pm
when
Monday 21st September 2009
where
LONDON FASHION WEEK
@ Freemasons Hall,
60 Great Queen Street,
Holbourn, WC2B 5A.
Via: SURGERY PR,
Grande Dame of Punk Nabs Toyboy + Playboy for A/W Campaign
In Campaigns on September 8, 2009 at 6:55 am
QUEEN VIV causes a bit of a stir with her Gold Label campaign which includes Pamela + her husband, Andreas Kronthaler.
The Daily Mail’s Eleanor Glover states: “Dressed in a series of capes and trademark tartan the unlikely trio frolic around amongst a collection of handbags, and one photograph sees Mr Westwood dragging a scantily-clad Pammie along the ground by a swathe of satin, while his tangerine-haired wife looks on in disapproval.”
Tis not the first time that Pammie has worked with Westwood. Last season Anderson made headlines as she sashayed down the London + Milan catwalk, appearring in her Spring/Summer campaign …
Via DAILY MAIL
SPEAKER TV – Gen Ys Guide 2 Music + Fashion
In events on September 8, 2009 at 5:23 am
Speaker TV is the mobile/internet TV show at the cutting edge of Gen Y’s favourite things: bands + brands.
The show provides an all-access pass to the hottest designers, rock stars, producers and models – both in Australia and internationally.
The man behind SPEAKER TV – Ivan Gomez – works with labels and sponsors to offer some incredible weekly competitions, with prizes in both music and fashion. Check out their EVENTS page to see all the latest …
…. as well as videos!
Check it out!
Via SPEAKER TV + HERE
FASHIONS NIGHTS OUT AT OAK BOND ST / APRIL77 D.I.Y. EVENT
In Uncategorized on September 8, 2009 at 3:46 am
April77 Records is joining forces with ultra sleek downtown store Oak to throw a fun and unique, customized shopping event you are not going to want to miss on Fashion’s Night Out.
You’ll be able to purchase denim flown in from Paris at a special price just for the occasion + will be offered all the tools to customize your new jeans to fit your individual style. Bring your old pair of shorts, tshirt, jeans, to customize and stud ….
“Sand them down until they are well worn in, rip them up or choose from a variety of punk rock studs and patches to create a one of a kind denim piece that reflects you. A true steal, as the normally priced $150 jeans will be sold for $77 for this night only.”
So if you’re likely to be in the New York area, it may be worth your while coming along to have a drink, listen to some good music and create your new pair of April77 Records custom denim.
APRIL77 JEANS FOR 77 BUCKS!!! DON’T MISS OUT.
WHEN? Thursday, September 10, 2009
WHAT TIME? 7:00pm – 10:00pm
WHERE? Oak Boutique, 28 Bond Street, New York, NY
EMAIL? may@archetypeshowroom.com
Via FACEBOOK
Hold onto your hats, ladies!
In Boutiques, events on September 8, 2009 at 3:12 am
Jonathan Howard’s eye for detail uses age old millinery techniques to create fashion forward hats for bridal + race wear. With 14 years experience behind him, Howard will expect to be very busy as the Spring Cup Carnival is drawing near. Trading hours will apply during the Racing Carnival season.
So if you’re in the Double Bay area, pop into his boutique to get your orders in on time!
318 New South Head Road
Double Bay, New South Wales
+61 2 9326 2528
+61 416 122 328
Via DAILY ADDICT
(*Images from Marie Claire)
Dion Lee + Ellery Preview @ The New Guard
In Boutiques on September 7, 2009 at 9:32 am
PREORDER DION LEE & ELLERY FOR SPRING SUMMER 2010.
EXPECTED DELIVERY LATE SEPTEMBER/ EARLY OCTOBER
+ 61 8 8357 9887
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bibiGHOST shows us The Secret Garden …
In Copenhagen Fashion Week, fashion, womenswear on September 4, 2009 at 7:13 am
Bibi Ghost presents her 4th collection @ Copenhagen Fashion Week. With it’s delicately gothic flavour, this range was shown in a garden behind Carl Jacobsens villa …
The SS10 collection, titled ”The Secret Garden” – is an enchanted place, hidden beneath the surface of the city where good meets evil and where the line between reality and fantasy and magical is blurred forever.
The stark military aesthetic references the restricted life @ the Russian court, contrasting with soft organic dream-like feel of the sleek materials used, which possess a lustrous, glossy surface which is accompanied by fabrics with a matte finish.
* images courtesy UK Vogue
Via bibiGHOST
Papillon’s inspiring interior
In Boutiques on September 4, 2009 at 12:35 am
Our gorgeous friends @ Papillon have the most inspiring interior for their city boutique!
Check out their blog for news + updates!
LEVEL 3
34 – 36 BLOCK PLACE
MELBOURNE 3000
+61 3 9650 0557
e: info@papillon3.com.au
5PREVIEW The New Underground T Label
In Uncategorized on September 3, 2009 at 12:46 am
Check out this cool underground Italian label featuring simple white tees with bold black prints …
We Love Fat during Melbourne Spring Fashion Week!
In Uncategorized on September 2, 2009 at 7:23 am
Fat Loves Exhibitions.
This Thursday the 3rd September @ No Vacancy (34-40 Jane Bell Lane, Melbourne) from 6-10pm.
Fat presents ‘Survival of the Fittest’.
A free limited edition T-shirt exhibition/party featuring designs by, PAM, Friedrich Gray, Reiss Radvanyi, Dress Up, Claude Maus, Carly Hunter, Alpha60, TV, Beat Poet, Birthday Suit, Therese Rawsthorne, Dylan Martorell. FFIXXED, Tim Hillier, Andrew Liversidge, Jen Berean and Rob Mcleish.
From Wednesday the 2nd September, head into any Fat store to collect a free mixed c.d produced in Melbourne by Will Pyett.
With Love from Fat.
Melbourne Spring Fashion Week, Oyster Magazine, Peroni, Nutrient Water, Vinaceous Wine + Chandon.
Via FAT4
Melbourne Street Fashion makes an Exhibition of itself!
In Uncategorized on August 31, 2009 at 6:38 am
STREET: AN EXHIBITION BY MELBOURNE STREET FASHION.COM
If you haven’t heard of Melbourne Street Fashion, get onto their cool site to check out them out!!! Their current exhibition (held in conjunction with Melbourne Spring Fashion Week 09) is free to the public, open 11am – 6pm @ Comeback Kid boutique (Level 1, 8 Rankins Lane, Melbourne) but you better hurry as it closes on Sept 6th. I was at the launch and it was buzzing with energy, the store + stairways spewed crowds of fashion-forward peeps into the already busy laneway … ah, what it is to have youth on your side…
Getting back to the exhibition: STREET: AN EXHIBITION BY MELBOURNE STREET FASHION.COM celebrates street style in the city… Alastair McCann – MSF.com’s founder – states “We’re ecstatic to be bringin our vision of Melbourne’s streets to MSFW” + “is a wonderful way for us to exhibit the expressive and individual qualities of street style to the wider public”.
So, if you’re in Melbourne over the coming days, you have to get your arse over to Rankins Lane!
Arielle de Pinto Jewellery EXCLUSIVELY @ LEFT boutique
In Boutiques, Jewellery on August 30, 2009 at 7:21 am
If you ache for accessories which are truly divine, then LEFT boutique (one of Fitzroy’s best boutiques) can satisfy you totally!
They now stock (exclusively) Arielle de Pinto jewellery at their Gertrude Street store! That’s right …
Latticed Layered Triangle Necklace – Silver
“Arielle de Pinto is a Montreal based jewellery designer who has reached cult status with her collection of intricately crocheted metal accessories … “
Jaggered Ribbon Necklace – Wht Gld
Her accessories entail the use of silver, gold and various other textiles.
Fringe Bracelet – Oxi Silver
Via L E F T blog
The Many Talents of Louise Sleigh
In Uncategorized on August 30, 2009 at 6:50 am
My gorgeous friend Louise Sleigh, who’s also the editor of our online mag’s vintage section, is most definitely a very interesting woman with many, many talents …
Vintage 30s Lace Top Blouse
@ Etsy
One of them is the visionary behind her Catwalk Creative Vintage site on the Etsy, and as the owner/creator/fashion buyer for Catwalk Creative, an exclusively online vintage clothing boutique and dress agency. Louise spends her valuable time sourcing the creme de la creme in authentic vintage from around the world, as well as taking photographs and doing write-ups!
Vintage 60’s Black and Chrome Horsehair Belt
If vintage is your bag, then skoot over to her blog, Catwalk Threads, where she not only promotes the wearing of vintage and recycled clothing, but also highlights independent designers who use and incorporate recycled and vintage fabrics in their creations. You can also read reviews and interviews with some of the best online fashion boutiques and vintage outlets simply by subscribing to Catwalk Threads by RSS or email and receive regular updates!
Simple really
“Catwalk Creative Vintage … stock includes a stylish range of pieces from the 1950s to 1980s, with the occasional older item! I run my business from the city of Manchester, UK and my vintage wares have been sent to customers all over the globe including the UK, Europe, Australia, Brazil, Canada and the USA. I’m an active member of the Vintage Fashion Guild (VFG), an international organisation for vintage fashion professionals … “
Stock can be purchased:
- directly from the Catwalk Creative site (http://catwalkcreative.co.uk)
- Etsy (http://catwalkcreative.etsy.com
- eBay (http://stores.shop.ebay.co.uk/Catwalk-Creative
You can also subscribe to Catwalk Threads (http://catwalkthreads.wordpress.com) to be the first to hear about any new listings + special promotions, so don’t miss out!
You can also catch her bi-monthly on TFB online mag out 1st October!!!
Comme des Garcons Goes Back To School for SS 10
In fashion, menswear on August 29, 2009 at 4:38 am
Comme des Garcons Spring/Summer 10 collection speaks with a preppy voice (if it could only talk) ….
Via F-TAPE
Alexandra Groover, i-D(-eed) for London Fashion Week!
In London Fashion Week, events, fashion, womenswear on August 29, 2009 at 2:24 am
Take a sneak preview of Alexandra Groover’s SS-10 collection in the current issue of i-D magazine!
The article is about the All Walks Event taking place September 18th in the BFC tent for London Fashion Week – in support of diversity in the modeling industry.
Alexandra Groover, along with 7 other designers including:
Mark Fast,
Hannah Marshall,
and Avsh Alom Gur
were specially selected for this event. How cool!
Congratulations, Alexandra … well done!
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In clothing, events, fashion, womenswear on August 28, 2009 at 6:40 am
Our friends @ MATERIALBYPRODUCT will be part of the opening party installation exhibition at the Melbourne Town Hall on 1st September during Melbourne Spring Fashion Week.
As part of the Designer Series, MATERIALBYPRODUCT will be sharing the limelight on the runway with Akira, Aurelio Costarella, Christine, Easton Pearson + Gwendolynne.
Selected MATERIALBYPRODUCT pieces will be appearing as part of London Fashion Week.
Their association with NOT JUST A LABEL continues with the inclusion of specially selected pieces to be featured in a pop up store as part of London Fashion Week … very exciting
In The Birdcage will keep you in the loop re details of the location of the pop up shop!
(For further info visit the Thats Melbourne site).
Studio Sale @ The Signet Bureau boutique
In Boutiques, Sales, womenswear on August 28, 2009 at 3:14 am
If you’re a Melbourne-ite or in Melbourne over this weekend and you have a penchant for cutting edge designer clothing, then this studio sale is for you!
Starting tomorrow + ending Sunday @ 4pm you can’t afford to let this amazing opportunity to purchase gorgeous shoes and clothing slide … not @ up to 70%!!!
*Liria Pristine, Rebel With A Cause
In Jewellery, fashion, menswear, womenswear on August 27, 2009 at 7:28 am
Canadian born knitwear designer LIRIA PRISTINE has been based in London for the last 6 years. While living in Geneva, Switzerland her weekend trips to London inspired her to make the move there as she discovered it’s thriving music scene and rich cosmopolitan culture.
It was whilst she was in London that she discovered her love of textiles, colour and structure from her association with many artistic friends.
After graduating from Central Saint Martins, Liria began work with musician Patrick Wolf and singer/songwriter Serafina Steer. Being a big fan of both, she found a strong connection between her creative designs and her love of music. Pristine dressed Patrick Wolf for the DVD of his gigs at Shepherds Bush Empire and is working with him on some styling for Harpist Serafina Steer.
Liria’s restless spirit and exploring nature led her to do some work at Floreal Knitwear Ltd., the largest and oldest knitwear manufacturer in Mauritius Island. It was there that she received intense training throughout the company, participated in meetings for design projects, and was given the opportunity to design and produce a small in-house collection.
Pristine’s BA Collection from Central Saint Martins went on to the CSM Press Show 2007 and was later commended by Hilary Alexander in the Telegraph and featured in i-D magazine, claiming her to be part of the ‘new breed of wool toting rebels.’
Several pieces from her collection were selected to be exhibited in Alexandra Palace as part of the Knitted Textile Student Awards.
Liria Pristine has worked for Bora Aksu, Rubecksen Yamanaka and has done freelance work for menswear designer Deryck Walker.
Pristine has also been involved with fashion events put on at London’s Hoxton Boutique and Sketch Bar’s, The Parlour. She has recently launched a beautifully crafted accessories label, PristineSmut, collaborating with a jewellery designer to combine knitted structures and metalwork.
*(This article was originally published 1/4/09)
MILLY SLEEPING's Big Ugly Sale!
In Uncategorized on July 28, 2009 at 7:02 am
Everything hateful -
mismatched hangers, extra racks, colours that clash and slapdash signs -
there is no mistaking our poor, big, ugly, galumphing sale, now at its horrible best.
Every good rummage reveals its charms.
Prices begin at $35…
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Some kind of revolution:
Milly Sleeping @ Twitter
twitter.com/milly_min
Milly Sleeping @ Facebook
http://tinyurl.com/l836ut
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www.millysleeping.com
157 Elgin Street, Carlton
3 9347 1333
Getting closer ….
In The Fashion Birdcage, events on July 27, 2009 at 6:13 am
Yes, well it’s getting closer to our launch this Friday night. SPEAKER TV be filming on the night, so this will be very exciting!
Go, Ivan!
You’re a bloody legend!
online shop – 50% off our summer dresses and tops
In Sales, online store on July 22, 2009 at 4:48 amwe have some great summer deals to offer online -
Reverence Jewellery Arrives @ Belle Bijoux!
In Jewellery on July 17, 2009 at 3:53 amBelle Bijoux
is proud to announce
the arrival of jewellery line ‘Reverence’
to their Subiaco store.
These locally hand crafted creations are
limited edition so hurry in before they’re snapped up!
Frida (large) $139.00 
Frida (Small) $129.00 
Religious Icon $139.00
love from
The Belle Bijoux Girls
xox
86 Rokeby Road
Subiaco Perth WA
Phone: +61 8 9388 7471
Fax: +61 8 9388 7279
Sale Time @ The New Guard!
In Sales, clothing, fashion on July 17, 2009 at 3:37 am
T H E N E W G U A R D
75% OFF
- APC
- THERESE RAWSTHORNE
- TINA KALIVAS
& More!!!
www.thenewguard.com.au
Pepper + Pistol Summer & Sample Sale!
In Sales, menswear, womenswear on July 14, 2009 at 6:18 am
our SUMMER & SAMPLE SALE next week,
Fri 17th & Sat 18th of July.
Please come on by and say hello.
The location is in Soho/ Bond Street,
right across from Oak.
Also partcipating are 2 menswear designers, see below.
We have Cocktail dresses, Silk dresses and tops,
Unisex Tees for the boys…
all from our BABYLON Summer Collection.
Also we have a few samples from
both this Summer and previous collections.
Nowhere else available in NY, so bring your friends!!
OELTJENBRUNS – menswear
GEORGE MC. CRACKEN – menswear
PEPPER + PISTOL – womenswear and unisex tees
CASH ONLY!!!!
Start Time:
Friday, July 17, 2009 at 10:00am
End Time:
Saturday, July 18, 2009 at 7:00am
Location:
33 BOND GALLERY
Street:
33 Bond Street #1
Phone:
9176536136
Email:
info@pepperandpistol.com
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