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Suboo MBFWA 2012

Friday, May 25, 2012

One of my favourite shows this year was the Suboo Spring/Summer 2012/13 collection. From the stunning collection, to the celebrity guests and of course, the 360 degree runway show at Australia Square's The Summit. The S/S 'Place in the Sun' 2012/13 collection includes unique silhouettees with a sorbet and citrus colour palette.

Kooey Australia - MBFWA 2012

Thursday, May 24, 2012

This year, guests at Kooey Australia, were treated to Kooey's S/S 2012/13 collection, a collaboration with Miss Universe Australia, Scherri-Lee Biggs and a Men's S/S 2012/13 collection. Kooey's S/S 2012/12 collection remained true to Kooey's asthetic inspired by Australian native culture.

The Scherri Lee for Kooey collection was inspired by Australian summer and all things fun and feminine. Whilst Kooey's signatory elements were prominent, this collection was girly with the use of a pastel colour palette.

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Rachel Bilson in Chanel

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Rachel Bilson at the CW Network's New York 2012 Upfront dressed in Chanel.

Aurelio Costarella - MBFWA 2012

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Aurelio Costarella's S/S 2012/13 collection epitomised glamour and elegance. The collection was inspired by Renaissance Art, however, drew particular inspiration from 1920s oriental art for his colour palette. Aurerlio's collection included Red Carpet numbers that left audiences wanting more... gorgeous beaded gowns, embroidery, feathers, raffia, silk, embellishments and stunning headpieces completed each look.

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Dylan Cooper - MBFWA 2012

Sunday, May 13, 2012

The light shined bright for young designer Dylan Cooper. As winner of Project Runway Australia, Dylan featured his S/S 2012/13 collection at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia.

This year's designers were given the choice to show their collection in the form of a presentation, giving viewers the chance to see the collections up close. Dylan Cooper's S/S 2012/13 collection exceeded critics' expectations. From clashing floral and geometric prints to vibrant pops of colour...bright structured blazers to long Grecian floral dresses....pretty peplum cuts to stunning little pleats. I'm definitely looking forward to seeing what Dylan will do next!

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Miss Unkon MBFWA 2012

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Miss Unkon's S/S 2012/13 collection, The Life Between embraced the essence of undiscovered beauty. After attending Miss Unkon's show last year, I was excited to see her new collection. The collection embodied a level of femineity which still remained young and vibrant. A pretty collection with exquisite embroidery, delicate pleating and dashes of pastel and sorbet shades....flowy dresses and skirts, mini shorts and high neck tops. A stunning little collection, that I can't wait to wear!

The Life Between - This is a story of looking at the life of each and everyday.

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MBFWA Day 1 Sneak Peek!

Sunday, April 29, 2012

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week is finally here!! Romance was Born kicks off Day 1 9am tomorrow with a Marvel comic collaboration. Lisa Maree is the first show to appear in the one and only Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Tent, whilst Project Runway Winner Dylan Cooper will showcase his highly anticipated collection. Camilla is set to launch not only a ready-to-wear collection, but also swimwear, children's wear and menswear. Aurelio Costarella's gowns are set to stun a star studded front row, whilst Ginger and Smart will celebrate 10 years. And yes, Whitney Port will finally grace Australian Fashion Week with her presence! Celebrities including, Lara Bingle, Natalie Gruzlewski, April Rose Pengilly, Charlotte Dawson, Terry Biviano and Anthony Minichiello are some of the familiar faces who will appear front row at tomorrow's shows. On a bloggers front? I'm talking Candice Lake, Rumi Neely, Elin Kling and the one and only Bryan Boy are just some of the International Bloggers who will be in attendance. Stay tuned for complete coverage, and be sure to follow my Fashion Week adventure via my FACEBOOK and TWITTER pages!