Priory of Ten glides in to Bessie Head
20 Jun 2013Priories may have religious connotations, but the only link womenswear label Priory of Ten has in common with its namesake is the unwavering devotion of its fashion-forward followers. more
Camargue welcomes Haider Ackermann spring/summer
13 Jun 2013Extensive drapery and cloth that swathes the form are quintessential elements of the designs of womenswear creator, Haider Ackermann. The Colombian-born creative talent has a flair for adorning females in statement garments inspired by exotic cultures and a continued respect for tailoring and its exploration. The latest collection from the gent has just arrived at eclectic womenswear boutique, Camargue. more
Little Joe Woman pops up on James Street
13 Jun 2013Australian label Little Joe Woman is hosting a pop-up store on James Street in Fortitude Valley for the next two weeks. Focusing on sharp and chic designs, Little Joe Woman is the creation of Gail Elliott – who began designing after a 24-year career as a model in New York. more
Keep your cashmere soft with tender loving care
13 Jun 2013When it comes to soft knitwear, there is nary a material that comes close to plush cashmere. The dreamy wool is shorn from special goats and crafted into a range of winter warmers for the cooler months. Cost-wise, cashmere often requires its wearers to reach deep into their pockets, so a continued care regime is important. more
Shop for local fashion at the Frock on the Block market
06 Jun 2013When someone compliments you on a nice dress or brooch, the gesture is made all the more gratifying when you can claim said item to be a one-of-a-kind piece from a little-known designer. Those looking for such unique additions for their wardrobe will find pieces from emerging local designers at tomorrow’s Frock on the Block market. more
New Brisbane label Heartof Apparel makes streetwear for women
06 Jun 2013Guys often have to keep check of their wardrobe for fear of younger brothers stealing their favourite threads, but there are some stealthy ladies who are also partial to the occasional raid of their brother's and boyfriend's closets. more
Swathe yourself in a poncho
06 Jun 2013Long associated only with Mexican dress-up parties, the poncho has maintained a relatively humble existence until recent times, when it has been seen atop of the shoulders of fashion mavens about town. more
Cosy into a silky soft pair of winter pyjamas
06 Jun 2013While scientists are yet to find a link between nice pyjamas and blissful dreams (thankfully they spend their time researching things like disease eradication instead), we’ve conducted our own little experiment and found a positive correlation. The importance of nice pyjamas becomes even more paramount in winter, with quiet evenings donned in flannelettes becoming all the more enticing. more
Dress feline with a dash of leopard print
30 May 2013Leopard, like many of its animal-print cousins, is a bold splash of colour that has found favour within the wardrobes of fashion's leading ladies. While the loud-and-proud design is often avoided by wallflowers, there is room for leopard print in everyone's collection of clothing, if only in small doses. more
Local label Nico releases a collection of unisex tees
23 May 2013Appropriate for wearing to bed and out of doors, the humble t-shirt may not be one of the showstoppers in your wardrobe. But, if it rates highly in the comfort stakes, a good tee can be one of your most treasured garments. more
Channel classic equestrian style this autumn
23 May 2013The realities of living in the city make it rather difficult to fulfill girlish childhood dreams of owning a pony. Instead, you can channel a love for the equestrian in the style department. more
Three Over One delivers dishevelled charm stylings
16 May 2013With its name taken from the number of weft yarns the warp yarn passes over (three) and under (one) during the weaving process to construct a denim fabric, Australian label Three Over One has just launched an online store. more
Eco fashions found on The Beautiful Think
16 May 2013If your eco ethics extend further than recycling your weekly milk bottle, sustainable fashion website The Beautiful Think may appeal to your cleverly curated wardrobe. more
Slip in to a pair of overalls this winter
09 May 2013Traditionally associated with images of farmers and railroad labourers working in the harsh sunshine, overalls are made from hardy, durable fabrics, providing comfort and protection from the elements. more
Discover hidden boutique 180a Latrobe in Paddington
02 May 2013Tucked underneath brunch hotspot Hamptons Home Living in Paddington is new studio and boutique space, 108a Latrobe. The space has been quietly serving as a studio for local sculptor and jewellery designer Kathy McLay for the past two years, but a chance meeting with clothing designer Katelyn Aslett has seen the hidden studio transformed. more
Dress like royalty with Ksubi’s winter brocade
18 Apr 2013Worn by emperors and royalty as far back as the Middle Ages, brocade fabrics were donned by noblemen and noblewomen for riding, dancing, feasting and other luxuriously jovial affairs. more
Loosen up your style with boyfriend jeans
18 Apr 2013Allowing us to take a breather from the uncomfortable outfits we normally push and shove ourselves into in the name of style, boyfriend jeans have re-entered this season’s denim shapings. Channelling a certain relaxed elegance that’s both comfortable and effortless, a well-worn pair of boyfriend jeans was a mainstay of a 1990s wardrobe. more
Top notes from Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia
11 Apr 2013Set amongst the historic surrounds of new home Carriageworks, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia opened this week with Camilla and Marc’s tenth anniversary show. And while Twitter was running hot with the usual Monday night Q&A debate, Romance Was Born’s spring/summer 2013 pageant stole the social media show, with its otherworldly sugary spectacle. more
Kowtow launches Anywhere But Here collection
11 Apr 2013In China, ‘kowtow’ means the act of kneeling or bowing so low that your head touches the ground – a gesture of deep respect. Holding a profound respect for people and the environment at its core, New Zealand-label Kowtow produces 100% certified-fairtrade and organic clothing for the fashion forward (and eco-minded) gentlelady. more
Secret South launches Traveller collection for winter
04 Apr 2013While we may daydream of travelling through unknown lands in chic apparel pertinent to the current culture, in reality, day-long treks are a less than glamourous affair as we utilise our girl-scout knowledge and dress for comfort and all seasons. more