On a picture perfect backdrop on the steps of the Sydney Opera House, Dion Lee once agained wowed the audience with his unique design aesthetic, architechtural brilliance and immense attention to detail. Softening structured edges on last year, the show opened to a mesh story, light tailoring and then a series of blotted ink prints in lilac, pale blue, black and petrol seen through micro dresses, skirts and relaxed jackets. The moment that left everyone spinning were the pleated pieces in soft pastels that twisted, folded, draped and were left swinging in the breeze, highlighted by the morning sun shining through the historic venue. The Facade collection was one to remember and Dion Lee is undoubtedly a superstar of the future.
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RAFW 2010 - Dion Lee
Posted by Fifiluxe on May 9th, 2010RAFW 2010 - Alex Perry
Posted by Fifiluxe on May 5th, 2010
Front row at Alex Perry allowed for full appreciation of the biggest show of RAFW 2010….Over 1400 people, 100 meter long runway and a consuming energy for all the stars that were out to play. The Arabian Princess collection presented sheer lace and feathery embellishments, bunched-up tulle-overloaded ball gowns and Grecian inspired dresses. A zebra stripe featured in mini dresses and sharp shouldered fitted jackets. Sequins, sparkles, boning back with flowing silks and all things good adorned these memorable frocks.
Image Credit: Torsten Blackwood/Getty Images
RAFW 2010 - Rachel Gilbert
Posted by Fifiluxe on May 3rd, 2010
Ginger & Smart, Lucette, Zambesi and Bec & Bridge to name a few kicked off day one of RAFW. Rachel Gilbert showcased a beautiful and balanced collection of sweet and sexy detailed dresses and floor length gowns. Think scaley, sequinned straps wrapping up floaty silks, thick cut outs with large sculptural ruffles and sheer panelling. Tones of pale pink, creams, lolly pink, black and a cute zip story in lilac and cream was my pick of the evening.
RAFW 2010 Updates
Posted by Fifiluxe on April 29th, 2010
Lots happening in the prelude to the big week!
- The amazing Garance Dore talks fashion blogging with fellow blogger and journalist Patty Huntington (frockwriter.blogspot.com) at the presentation of her beautiful illustrations for the Westfields Winter launch that can be viewed at Bondi Junction and Doncaster Westfields. What a wonderful insight into the world of fashion blogging and her dedication of staying true to her blog and only posting on the shows and things she loves.
- The divine duo, Scott Schuman and Garance Dore have already posted on Sydney street style. Gorgeous as per! (garancedore.fr/en) & (thesartorialist.blogspot.com)
- Like a scene out of Shakespere’s As You Like It, the wonderful Marni Skillings had her off site Lady.Nimble.Shadow Spring/Summer 2010/11 show in the beautiful Botanical Gardens yesterday.
- Glamour is the word as Carla Zampatti opened her beautiful Woollahra home to launch her Spring/Summer 2010/11 collection. The elegant collection was accessorized by Michelle Jank’s unique headgear and elbow-length gloves. What a fashion icon for Australia, with over 45 years in the industry Carla Zampatti is going from strength to strength.
Image: By Garance Dore
RAFW 2010 Latest…
Posted by Fifiluxe on April 22nd, 2010
Rosemount Australian Fashion Week kicks of in less than two weeks on May 3rd and Sydney is buzzing! 60 runways, 130+ designers, fashion’s finest and a very special 15th Birthday Party to add to the celebrations.
- Rumour has it that Collette Dinnigan is doing a last minute show instore at the David Jones Elizabeth Street store on April 29th. Collette missed Paris in March and hasn’t shown in Australia for the last few years so looking forward to this one!
- The fashion bloggers will be out in full, front-row force with Susie of Style Bubble, Tommy Ton of Jak & Jil Blog, Garance Dore and Scott Schuman of The Satorialist confirmed. Style.com’s Tim Blanks will also be teaming up with Vogue.com.au and reporting on RAFW. Fashion blogging royalty!
- This year Rosemount’s Fashion Ambassador will be none other than the fresh faced Alyssa Sutherland who will be front row and center at all the big shows. Alyssa who is a guest this year, first graced the catwalk 12 years ago for MAFW at Fox Studios…she has certainly come a long way.
- It’s Official! View the Official Program at http://www.rafw.com.au and stay tuned for more updates!
L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival
Posted by Fifiluxe on March 18th, 2010
The buzz surrounding the L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival is contageous with over 300 designers participating this year, making it the most successful consumer fashion event in Australia. The event is world class and you don’t have to be an industry insider to participate, any admiring fashionista can be a part of this exciting event, simply purchase tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.au and make way to Central Pier at Docklands. Enjoy!
Grazia Notes…
Posted by Fifiluxe on April 30th, 2009
Grazia magazine came out with some fabulous pointers this week on “how to get spotted by The Satorialist”. With ideas like “ignore him, play hard to get,” ”never look him in the eye” and ” don’t ever smile, put your shoulders back and cross your legs if wearing heels,” I couldn’t help but have a chuckle. I did like the notes on ”wear tweed, tartan or leather to catch his eye,” “invest in an It bag,” and ”wear muted tones and make sure you’re in a fabulous light.” Very insightful! The Grazia girls always are…I have to say, everyone really took a step up with some adorable outfits being sported around the OPT. I was visualizing many an inspiring photograph being published by the marvellous Scott Schuman.
Image Credit; The Satorialist, Scott Schuman
LBD
Posted by Fifiluxe on April 30th, 2009
A star-studded audience packed the OPT on Tuesday night for the much awaited Coca-Cola Little Black Dress Show at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week. Australia’s top fashion designers Sass & Bide, Willow, Alice McCall, Romance Was Born, Alex Perry, Kirilly Johnston, Marnie Skillings, Kate Sylvester, Alpha 60 and Missoni re-created the LDB drawing inspiration from the ever-curvacious CC bottle! My favourite dress? The Marnie Skillings belted LBD with tulle overlay, magnificent.
Image Credit; Getty Images
Therese Rawsthorne
Posted by Fifiluxe on April 29th, 2009
The lines were fluid at Therese Rawsthorne with modern- feminine silhouettes in nude, peach, white and cornflower blue. Relaxed shirting and silk frill dresses, were teamed back with long-line taylored jackets, skirts and pants in magical natural washed fibres. A stretch mesh component drew an edge to the collection refining Rawsthorne’s signature style.
Image Credit; Sally Griffiths
The Satorialist
Posted by Fifiluxe on April 26th, 2009
Scott Schuman, the man behind one of the most influential fashion blogs in the world, has arrived in Melbourne and will spend the week in Sydney for Rosemount Australian Fashion Week (shots from Chapel Street have just been posted!) “The Satorialist” is a street-style phenomenon, started “simply to share photos of people that I saw on the streets of New York that I thought looked great.” Schuman’s magical images, capture people showcasing their own unique style - on the streets of the world’s most beautiful cities. Over the next week, do not…I repeat, do not leave your home without looking divine…he could be just around the corner!
Image Credit; The Satorialist
