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Jack London drew the attention of the spectators to the floor. An eccentric and unusual twist of accessories engaged the audience, especially with pillar box red shoes, glasses and patterned and skinny ties. Tapered, pin-striped trousers also came out to play and the classic vest was never too far away. This collection was cool for the eccentric and not-so-eccentric man.
Wayne Cooper closed this amazing show to the beats of the old Robert Palmer classic ‘Addicted to Love’. Glamorous chiffon filled the floor and satin party dresses in very pretty bright colours including, a strapless hot pink number, won the audience. These frocks were everywhere. If you were just passing by it may have looked like you were stalking a bridal shop and all the bridesmaids had come out to play - but at least they were gorgeous numbers.
Off-the-shoulder dresses made a comeback. Detail was heavily featured in the centre of these dresses which ramped up the quality of design. Of course a black and basic, long and flowing gown which was shorter at the front than the back was the final Cooper piece. It left the audience breathless.
2009’s ‘Designer Series Show 3’ was a dazzling show that intrigued the audience. Brilliant bits and pieces kept them entertained throughout all of the collections. If last night was anything to go by, spring in Melbourne will be of a flirty-nature, full of colour and above all simply stunning.
Leopold was the next cab off the rank screaming bright and vibrant colours post the Nylon Flock charm!
Leopold was totally in tune with the 80’s and featured oversized double breasted jackets. Not only did the models need a pair of sunnies while strutting their stuff down the runway but so did the audience. The sunnies were out of control BIG!
Bright red was everywhere and was being thrown at us like never before. Opening the show was red, fitted pants that were wrapped around a male model and teamed with a plain white t-shirt.
The inverse followed with the women’s range. White and semi-pleated, high-waisted shorts were placed over deep red strapless swimwear, being pulled off as daywear. This was a concept that confused me. I understand if you are off to the beach and you are still trying to look cool - you strutt your bathers as if they are an item of actual clothing - Leopold did exactly this but it didn't look like the model was about to hit some sand...she was waiting to rip up a day trip on a wine tasting adventure followed by a groove on the d-floor.
A smidgen of black was also incorporated into the show but undoubtedly Leopold’s use of bold colour was a refreshing site amongst a largely white base.
Definitely an interesting collection before Jack London and Wonder Wayne popped out to play!
Nylon Flock by Nicola Finetti was filled with sexy black and random splashes of colour when you least expected it. Off-the-shoulder, short and fitted black frocks launched the range. A black high-waisted, fitted trouser coupled with a gorgeous tiny black vest, which was left open over a light-coloured plain camisole, screamed class.
The short, figure-hugging little black dress, also sleeveless and featuring a zip that ran vertically down the length of the frock generated the most attention. The audience sat there amazed by its super mini appeal. You saw things I do not think were meant to be seen. It was pretty but not practical.
A giant black vest was a substitute for a whole outfit with the classy over-sized garment thrown over a white singlet and buttoned at the bottom to give the illusion of a short mini-skirt. This was another slightly odd top/dress all in one thing...I think the vest itself was having an identity crisis and was not sure whether it was meant to cover certain bits of the girl's body or not.
Finally, asymmetric and well fitted dresses with cut out detailing on both the back and front signalled the end of the collection. The very suave and modern dresses with missing pieces from the sides and delicately cut out sections of the garment at the back were the feature points of these final outfits. These were pretty cool. It looked like a 3 year old who was scissor-happy got a hold of the dresses and made some magic from leftover material. Teamed with peep-toe cream or black boots which crept over the ankle and featuring zips, eloquently complemented the astonishing and wonderfully creative designs of Nicola Finetti.
Nevenka, teaming up with Loula shoes appeared to be one of the hottest combinations of the night. Nevenka mixed it up with neutral tones, warm colours, bright patterns and your classic black which left the audience in suspense as to what was going to appear next.
A ruffled, bronze dress teamed with undoubtedly startling footwear - being a pair of Swarovski crystal encrusted wedges, opened what was going to be an astounding collection. These shoes were mammoth! I would seriously destroy any hope of walking again after daring to step into these. They were absurdly high - but yes I'll admit - very glitzy and pretty.
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Coming out to play a little later on in the show was Bettina Liano's collection...and what an interestng show that was...
The wonderful new collection revved up the already excited audience. It was definitely an interesting collection with dark denim jackets, high-waisted light-wash, skinny jeans and ¾ tulip tied pants, are still the go for this spring. It didn't appear to have changed much which was a bit disappointing but it still looked pretty and I guess people wouldn't need to totally revamp their wardrobe.
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September 24th 2009 00:00
After attending one of the most hyped up fashion events of the year at the start or September you would think nothing could go wrong...until you saw some of the threads looking a tad unusual...
I won't say they were crimes as the designers involved in 'The Designer Series Show 3' are all impressively renowned for their creativity and edge but I will say some items were unusual...supporting my thoughts were the crowds reactions following peculiar tops or bottoms...
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It’s nice and toasty in our living rooms this winter while it is icy fresh outside. So how on earth can you keep your tootsies and legs nice and cosy? Get your hands on a pair of over-the-knee boots! At the moment style blogs as well as the fabulous department stores everywhere are abuzz about this season’s hottest trend – Over the knee boots!
This trend first appeared at the 2009 Ready-to-Wear shows when Givenchy sent a shiny and splendid black pair down the runway. Ever since, the trend has swept us off our feet – literally! Over-the-knee boots have showed up on all runways from Louis Vuitton to Prada. This funky number can be either thigh-high or slightly above the knee, flat or stiletto-heeled, leather or suede! Whatever the occasion (except for formal events I would say) these puppies are good to go! If you are going for a casual feel go with either the flats or wedges. Avoid looking tacky with a gianormous heel if you are popping down to grab milk at the end of the street and are wearing a trackie jacket.
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The ripped jeans have hit the scene again kids! Coupled with the hot perseverance of the skinny leg jeans has come the rise of the comfy and funky jeans - which are torn in various spots. Thinking back, ripped denim hasn't really been big since the grunge days of the 90s... so it may come as a surprise that it came back as a fashion trend for women from Spring-Summer 2008. If we cast our mind’s back, Kate Moss actually wore ripped denim shorts in a shoot for April 2008’s Vogue Paris.
Essentially, your ripped jeans, shorts or skirts can be teamed with a great blouse matched with a spunky pair of flats or a not-so-tight t-shirt and sneakers. Keep your tips and toes (being your top and shoes) in decent condition otherwise these looks can be seen to scream “cheap” or “messy”.
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The wow factor of pretty pins has hit the streets of Melbourne these days. Skirts are still totally hot in these freezing Melbourne conditions and what better way to sport them than with a sexy pair of patterned tights or stockings.
Myer, David Jones and even Target have a splendid range of coloured material to wrap those legs up in style and keep them nice and cosy during winter storms all while looking smokey-hot. They range from ‘el-cheapo’ to ‘expenso’ so whatever fits the budget will certainly fit the calves.
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Unless you are striving for the look of a ‘power ranger’ you should never be bullied or voluntarily purchase a pair of white knee high boots. These are not only a health hazard but they look extremely ‘fighter-ish’ and should be against the law. You not only appear as if you are going to a fancy dress party as a space cadet but you also run the risk of being a dangerously dressed friend with not-so-impeccable taste.
There is an abundant range of pretty colours out there and it always makes me ponder why people chose the shade – not colour (take note they are two different things) of white to embrace their claves. It is a confusing conundrum especially since white knee high boots do not go with anything – not your hot high-waited skirts, not dark jeans and not frocks...really not with anything - nada - zilch - zero.
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Comment by Bianca 1
on The Summer and Boot Combo!
Fashion Crime
well done kids - atleast i am not the only who finds it a bit weird. dont people get hot in massively chunky boots?
love xxxx