tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30159068781952231692024-03-13T04:27:44.765-07:00Elle's Fashion Boudoir I'm just a girl who loves fashion. Written by Elle BoudoirAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03918319188075502774noreply@blogger.comBlogger1648125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3015906878195223169.post-85791501725936007672015-06-09T00:14:00.002-07:002015-06-09T01:05:13.796-07:00An Interview With The Label <div dir="ltr">
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">The Label feels like it's been around for years, but I was only introduced to the minimalist label last month at Canberra's premiere fashion event, Fashfest. The simplistic yet complex lines and minimal aesthetic, the collection and runway show blew my mind and everyone else's. That's why I put The Label as my number one Fashfest moment.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">Now a month has passed since closing night, find out what makes designer, Emma O'Rourke's design mind tick and her Fashfest experience.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">The experience was extremely stressful and exhilarating in equal measure! There are so many different elements that have to come together to put on a show on that scale. I really appreciate all the hard work everyone put in.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Your runway show at FASHFEST was a minimalist masterpiece. Who or what inspired this collection?</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">The shapes I create stem from my design aesthetic as well as the challenges of developing garments using minimal waste principles. This, combined with form and texture, influences core of my collections.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Saying that, I get inspiration for so many different places and different people. Sometimes the strangest items, like a picture, can bring out a world of unexpected creativity. I am almost always inspired by the clash of opposites. The most recent collection was inspired by AK-47 guns and bullets. They have beautiful design elements to them and are so complex and rigid. I took these ideas and turned them on their head by creating fabrics with images of white AK-47 guns printed on a pale pink fabric. The bullets formed a tan cross print on an ivory ponte. I wanted to strip back, simplify and give a cleanness to something that isn’t associated with minimalist ideas. It was a refined and delicate result, with a hidden edge.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Zero waste design refers to garments that have been constructed with no textile waste. I aim to have either little or no waste in many of my designs but also aim to make the designs as simplified as possible. Anyone who has seen zero waste design knows this is quite a challenge. With some traditional zero waste designs the construction of the garment can be very labour intensive which can drive up prices. I want my garments to be innovative yet still affordable so with each piece I try to refine the design. With the zero waste dress, which I've named the ‘Flare’ dress, I had a very clear idea of the silhouette I wanted to create but was finding it to a colossal challenge to create a pattern that had less than 5 per cent waste. I probably worked for a good week creating dress after dress but just couldn’t create the shape and drape I was after without a large amount of scrap fabric. So after realising the dress may not be a possibility I threw in the towel, made a tea, and went for a well-deserved sleep, only to be woken at 2 am with the perfect solution to my Flare dress conundrum. So, at 2am, filled with enthusiasm, I finished the dress and needless to say I was overjoyed.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Your models were divine. Can you explain your thought process when choosing models?</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">First and foremost I want to work with people who have a great presence—people who are aware, mindful of others and can bring their own individuality to a photoshoot or catwalk. And I got just that. The models I had just rocked the catwalk and backstage they had such a positive vibe, which is so important when everyone is tired and stressed. I can’t praise them enough.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">When I asked Corr Blimey what makes or breaks a collection, they said models. What's your make or break? </span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">There are so many different elements that go into putting together a collection. Saying that, I think I would have to agree … models are just such a vital element.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I think the most important thing for any designer is to do all they can to produce ethically made garments, and there are lots of ways designers can approach this challenge.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I incorporate both zero and minimal-waste into my designs. I make the garments locally by myself and try to incorporate as many natural fabrics possible. First and foremost I want the designs to be aesthetically how I envision them. This is why I don’t want to solely use zero waste as I think when you are too focused on one element, you can lose site of the bigger picture. By setting myself parameters for my designs, such as refined, innovative and wearable, I can create something that is beautiful, wearable and doesn’t cost the earth. In the end, I believe it is my job as a designer to help improve, in any small way I can, what is, quite frankly, an extremely destructive industry. No one is perfect, but we all have to do our part.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I love the simplicity of the name. Where did 'The Label' come from? </span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Finding a name for a label name is so very hard. I'm a fan of all things minimalistic. I was brainstorming with my family and this name came up, and the simplicity of it fitted right in with my ideas for, The Label.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">The thing I get most enjoyment from is seeing people really enjoy and get wear out of my clothes, so 'the who' doesn’t matter to me. It’s all about their experience of the garment that makes the difference.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Technology has allowed the fashion industry to create some simply extraordinary fabrics. The list of fabrics I would like to incorporate into my collection is endless but two of my favourites use biomimicry. One is dye-free fabrics that merely reflect out colour rather than actually using a dye (like Morpho butterflies). The other is a fabric inspired by the Lotus leaf which can repel dust, water or anything. It's such an interesting and practical idea. So fantastic!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">At this stage I am taking orders for the current collection, planning a very exciting photoshoot, and, as always, planning the next collection. Its full steam ahead at The Label’s house of design.</span></div>
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<b><i>Photos:</i> Cummins Photo</b></div>
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<b><i>Make up: </i>Harlotte Cosmetics</b></div>
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<b><i>Hair:</i> Red Ken Australia</b></div>
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<b><i>Lashes:</i> Model Rock Lashes</b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"> Less then 24 hours before opening night, Annette came over to my house and brought over everything she had. But after trying on an amazing leather dress that fit like a glove, it was decided: sculptured look for night one. I wanted an edgy and hard look from head to toe, so I kept it black. Pairing it with a Cue jacket and high ankle boots. It felt so right. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Night two I was determined to go a little masculine. It was a dream I had involving an Alexander Wang grey tee and black blazer and my thigh high boots. Could I pull that off? The boots were a nightmare, but not the boot's fault. Under my fashionably emotional breakdown, I forgot to pin them to my leggings underneath and spent the night pulling them up. Sad face.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Night three was athletic and very comfortable. Alexander Wang's collaboration with H&M was genius and the oversize grey cropped sweater was warm and attention grabbing. The little flip skirt was also another Wang addition to my look from his T by Alexander Wang label. After two nights of sky-high, I brought myself down to earth with some newly purchased sneakers from Kenneth Cole. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">The final night was very important and it felt the need for sequins. I have had this dress from Karen Millen for a couple of years, it was graciously sold to me by a fellow blogger, but I felt that just wasn't enough. My Cara Delevingne Black Score sweater from Asos deserved to be seen and it was over that dress, with my sparkly Wittner ankle boots, which I wear a lot of. Perfect front row outfit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Was it a typical Canberra runway show? Hell no. Is the massive almost 50 metre runway comparable to what you would see at Paris Fashion Week? Hell yes. Have you seen the Governor General, Sir Peter Cosgrove sit front row of a fashion show anywhere else? Nope. So again, did you miss out? Sorry but you did.</span><br />
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It started when we walked into the Convention Centre. Being a Canberran, most of us at one time or another have attended a concert, a seminar or wedding reception here, but I was literally shocked to see what this place looked like after the crew at Fashfest took over the ENTIRE place. We had red carpet, roaming models and the city's most fashionable people all here to celebrate fashion in it's glory. </span><br />
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We were welcomed by the wonderful people at the media desk, who took very good care of us and also walked us into what I described to Fashfest creators, Andrea and Clint as reminiscent to a Paris runway.</span><br />
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Every night we were met with music by Jack Biilmann; freelance saxophonist, Julian Fung; hip hop artist Tak-un-da; Mel Jade; Chanel Cole; Kayo Marbilus and more. The mini movies directed by the likes of Jimmy Ennett - Inventor; Nicky Tyndale-Biscoe - Activist; Hew Anderson - Carographer and Laura and Hanna White each night gave us a taste of how edgy and different Canberra fashion is and how each element were represented in a divine and artistic way. </span><br />
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Before my top 10, I wanted to say a big thanks to Grant Heino from <a href="http://inkandleathers.com/" target="_blank">inkandleathers.com</a> for graciously letting me use some of his runway pics and to the father of my children, Warwick Leigh for being my photographer (we'll get a new camera soon, I promise). My very special fashion soul sister, Sarah Kelly for just being her and giving us the experience of front row. Not to forget Wendy Johnson, who again welcomed me back after having a year off. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Artist, Luke Chiswell gave us raw post apocalyptic look on his first foray onto the runway with his ultra modern collection, 'New Day'. Using raw materials, Luke created flowing, clean lines and layered silk in what was a thought provoking show. The floral masks on their faces were reminiscent of Margiela's Fall/Winter 2o13 collection. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I was so excited when I got to interview this talented designer. There was so many questions I wanted to ask that my next interview will have to be in person. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Diversity is the one thing missing in the fashion industry and again with women's design voices not being heard, Iranian designer, Neda Alemohammad has made her voice heard with this collection. Moving from her home country to Australia as early as 2014, she has brought life to her Persian culture with her label Hana Apparel Designs. Mixing western and middle eastern influences, her collection featured mysterious Persian prints and rebellious cut outs, fringing and luxurious colours making this show one of my highlights. I hope her dream of Iranian women being equal will be a reality. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">This is an interesting story. Designer, Michelle Walton saw a huge gap in women's boxing. A market not really tapped, unless you consider a boxing glove done in pink (because it's for girls), innovative, Michelle wanted to change that gap in the market by making boxing gear for women, by women. Men are not excluded, but that being said her Canberra born label, Red Corner is devoted to giving women the power of choice, which we love. Brand ambassadors, Jenna Douras and Adriana Smith strutted out better than any supermodel on the runway, rocking mitts and pads and strong bodies, continuing with some more fit bodies, which I think made a few us feel unfit. But my highlight were the guys. Enough said. If you feel like getting fit - <a href="http://redcornerboxing.com.au/" target="_blank">redcornerboxing.com.au</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Rapper and visionary, Tak-un-da opened Day 2 with a performance that brought extra excitement to Fashfest. With Kanye like moves, the man started rapping, quickly realising he is definitely no Kanye. With his innovative lyrics and fast paced opening and closing of the show, he was a big reason he is on my list. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">This was an extremely exciting show on opening night of Fashfest - The Activist. What was I expecting from Perpetually Five + Clare? Exactly what I saw. An achromatic wonder of blacks and whites and some very high fashion houndstooth masks made me think the collaboration between designers Mitch Thompson and Clare Read is truly special. Inspired by children's nightmares, 'The Haunted Mask' was haunting and made you sit up and pay attention. Like my partner said, 'Very Tim Burtonesque'. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Rockstars and Royalty has been showing at Fashfest from the start. Normally creating pieces for clients, designer Vicki Kidd-Gallichan has literally outdone herself with couture pieces inspired by flowers. Collaborating with flower designer Fionna Tamin from Peony and Pearl, her 'Cherries in the Snow' collection featured reds and pinks and everything spring, that I almost forgot it was cold in Canberra. The collection, shown at Fashfest Day 2 - Inventor, was a fusion of Dior Haute Couture and Gone With The Wind. The final dress with real floral appliqués brought literally tears to my eyes and made my partner say, "geez, I'm in trouble". Thank you Rockstars and Royalty for showing us Canberra can be very couture.</span><br />
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<i style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); text-align: start;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">mirandaSAKHINO Fall 2014 Ready to Wear; </span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">P</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">ho</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">t</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">og</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">r</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">aphe</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">r</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">: Andrew </span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">Kiyingi</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">, www.StyleGallivanter.com; </span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">L</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">oc</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">a</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">tio</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">n</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15"> </span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">o</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">f</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15"> </span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">shoo</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">t:</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15"> </span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">Melbourne; </span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">M</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">odel</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">: Lydia Honan; </span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">H</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">ai</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">r</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15"> </span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">arti</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">s</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">t</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">: www.sakhino.</span></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=3015906878195223169" name="_GoBack"></a><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">com; </span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">M</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">a</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">k</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">eu</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">p</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15"> </span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">arti</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">s</span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15">t</span></span></span><span class="s7"><span class="bumpedFont15"><span style="font-size: x-small;">: www.sakhino.co</span></span></span><span style="font-size: x-small;">m</span></i></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Growing up between the two cultures in a mixed race family, I was able to draw inspiration from both. It is just second nature for me as my world has always been a perfect blend of the two.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Yes, Fashfest most definitely provides an incredible platform and opportunity for new and established designers. My new resort collection will be very feminine, and for women who like to make a big statement, quietly.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Oh yes. Having lived in Melbourne for more than a decade and then briefly moving to Canberra was a refreshing change. I loved the change of pace Canberra had to offer (especially as a new parent). Canberra's fashion scene is still growing and it was exciting for me to be part of that growth through awesome initiatives such as Fashfest. That being said, I love being back in Melbourne now, and I feel like the break gave me a fresh perspective on the way I now look at it. I will always have a special and strong connection with Canberra though.</span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Yes, most definitely. As long as "DOING IT ALL" means living out your purpose in life and pursuing what you are passionate about. However, as women, we need not put ourselves under pressure to prove something to society or meet some unrealistic standard. We need to just accept our femininity and learn to appreciate and acknowledge the power that comes with that. Having a good support base makes a big difference as to what can be accomplished, as well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">I was so interested in asking her so many questions about her culture and her design aesthetic. Arriving in Australia from Iran in early 2014 Neda took her culture and fused it with ours, culminating in modern cuts with a Persian edge. Find out what her dream is for Iranian women and how important ethical fashion is to her label. </span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">It's exciting for us to be so close to F</span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">ASHFEST. We</span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">'ve been planning for </span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">some</span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20"> months.</span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20"> </span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">In 2015,</span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20"></span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">we</span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">’re </span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">demonstrating </span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">how well we do the basics. Nice clean lines and great fabrics. Our FASHFEST collection takes a</span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20"> nod to cold Canberra winters</span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">. </span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">We’ll be using </span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">unusual wintery fabrics </span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">while keeping </span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">true to the simple</span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">,</span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20"> elegant lines and silhouettes Braddon Tailors </span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20">is so well known</span></span><span class="s4"><span class="bumpedFont20"> for.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">There isn't </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">one</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">man. In our books, </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">a style icon</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">takes</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> time to consider what they</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">’re</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> wearing, beyond a label or trend</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">.</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">Creating a style or look, and being well dressed, </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">means considering </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">how</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> garments</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> work for you and your body type, and then </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">tweaking them</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> to make </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">them your own. </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">Apart from the gents at Braddon Tailors</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">, of course,</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> Jonathan </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">McFeat</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">, the genius behind luxury menswear accessor</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">y</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> label Casa </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">Pavone</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">, </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">is </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">certainly </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">well dressed. </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">We </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">admire</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> Canberra based blogger Andrew Doyle </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">f</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">or his dedication to the process</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> behind</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">creating</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> wonderful garments.</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> For something more c</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">reative, Steven Wright from </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">Corr Blimey, another FASHFEST </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">label</span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">, has a strong personal style and is </span></span><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15">truly</span></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=3015906878195223169" name="_GoBack"></a><span class="s3"><span class="bumpedFont15"> dedicated to the way he pulls an outfit together.</span></span></span></div>
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">It's that time of year again where Canberra's most stylish gather at Canberra's one and only FASHFEST for four days to witness the city's most talented designers show off there creations on the runway. This year includes for the first time, interstate and international designers and a new location in the form of the National Convention Centre, but the main focus is showcasing what Canberra has to offer.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">Walking through the doors of the divinely industrial space of Designcraft made my heart jump. The air was arty but 0% non pretentious. The vibe: delicious, with one of the best food spreads I've ever seen. The Moët was flowing, the mood was exciting. The Walter Knoll furniture was everywhere to be seen. One particular $35,000 couch had one couple and I talking about time sharing it. The structure and architecture of the furniture is a testament to German design and workmanship. Clean lines and interesting shapes is why Corr Blimey's collection speaks volumes. </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03918319188075502774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3015906878195223169.post-44332234762192933752014-12-12T16:19:00.002-08:002014-12-12T16:25:07.889-08:00Editorial | Naomi Campbell | Madame Figaro December 2014<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;">(a </span><span style="font-family: 'Courier New', Courier, monospace;">French Magazine supplement to the Saturday edition of daily newspaper Le Figaro)</span></span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03918319188075502774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3015906878195223169.post-54296323324340353122014-12-11T21:11:00.000-08:002014-12-11T21:17:41.171-08:00Kim Kardashian West | NYC<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What She Wore: Ulyana Sergeenko Spring 2014 Couture hand quilted bustier and pink satin draped skirt. Tom Ford sandals complete her look</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Verdict: Eek satin is a hard one to perfect. On the model it looks totally right. On Kim it looks tight. I am surprised she didn't pop out of her bustier. Totally surprised at this faux pas considering she has been looking polished and perfect lately. </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03918319188075502774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3015906878195223169.post-24317629901951155982014-12-11T21:02:00.004-08:002014-12-11T21:18:13.300-08:00Alessandra Ambrosia in Alexandre Vauthier | NYC<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03918319188075502774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3015906878195223169.post-81896623824082457252014-12-11T20:46:00.001-08:002014-12-12T02:16:51.343-08:00Do You Feel Inadequate Watching A Victoria's Secret Fashion Show?<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">For me the answer is mostly no, kinda, maybe. Yeah okay even though every year when Victoria's Secret air their annual fashion show, I occasionally look down at the chocolate I am eating sighing at Candice Swanpoel strutting the runway or looking at my extra post pregnancy fat I still have while watching mothers of two - Adriana Lima and Alessandra Ambrosia. No, I don't feel inadequate...just a little unfit. </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03918319188075502774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3015906878195223169.post-34771282089684445452014-12-11T17:03:00.001-08:002014-12-11T17:04:26.558-08:00J'ADORE | Flats <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I have been a big fan of flats for years, but since having my second child, I've been a little more of a fan. I think pumps have had so much attention these past few years that its nice to see flats becoming more interesting, if not a little more interesting than pumps. </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03918319188075502774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3015906878195223169.post-71651845555643088002014-12-09T21:24:00.000-08:002014-12-09T21:24:21.144-08:00Alyssa Milano in Alexander McQueen | NYC <div style="text-align: center;">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03918319188075502774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3015906878195223169.post-41238106313433057992014-12-07T18:40:00.000-08:002014-12-07T18:40:08.093-08:002 Outfits, 1 Rita Ora<div style="text-align: center;">
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