Brisbane street style, fashion news & local designers
Aicha knows how to style ripped denim. Add a sheer black top, mirror-like reflective blue sunglasses and don’t forget a big smile! Shot in West End on a cloudy morning this outfit is chilled out urban chic.
To see the full post check out Aicha’s blog, The Fashion Heist, and follow her adventures on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Ally Dunlop of Wanderlusting Blog is a talented freelance stylist who is super fun to work with. If you don’t believe me, check out her portfolio. She puts together amazing outfits from local and national designers, creates beautiful hair and makeup and even blogs about her adventures. I have been lucky enough to work with her on several shoots recently including the Harriette Hill editorial and an edgy / grunge collaboration that will be published very soon.
Last year I interviewed Claire Goldworthy who is the designer of Brisbane based, sustainable label, Harriette Hill. Her designs have been featured at Fashion Fridays and Undress Brisbane and uses a range of repurposed, antique, new and natural fabrics to minimise her environmental footprint.
Harriette Hill’s vintage, floral patterns on flowing dresses spoke to me of a hot, summer afternoon at the beach, with a light breeze blowing the soft fabric and the golden sun glistening on tanned skin.
There was a huge variety of fashion showcased by Brisbane’s emerging designers at the RAW Brisbane, Awakening event. From the theatrical costumes of Lotusdevi Designs, who’s models had big hair and even bigger personalities, to the soft, flowing eco-friendly garments of Juzu to the corporate women’s wear of The 400 Co., there was something for every taste!
As usual this is just a sample of what was on offer, so make sure you get to the next RAW event to see it for yourselves!
Exploring the back alleys of Brisbane City in search of textured backdrops, Melissa (Mirror Mirror Agencies, Brisbane) and I did a quick shoot in preparation for an upcoming project. I will be collaborating with Ally Dunlop of Wanderlusting blog who is a fashion blogger and stylist extraordinaire!
On a sunny afternoon, German backpacker, Katha and I, ventured out into Paddington to take some model test shots. I really enjoy working one-on-one with models and having the chance to create that connection between the model and the camera. I am constantly striving to find that defining moment when both the photographer and the model relax and the sunlight is at its soft, glowing perfection.
My first shoot for the year features the gorgeous Ashleigh from The Blonde Silhouette, looking fresh in a bright yellow maxi skirt that co-ordinated perfectly with the beautiful roses at New Farm Park, Brisbane.
Matt Hsu is quick to smile and has a larger than life personality. With a trumpet strapped to his back you may find him playing music in The Mouldy Lovers, performing solo or doing flips at circus school.
He describes himself as “wilfully untrendy” with a penchant for tokens from around the world such as kurtas, middle eastern tunics and native american moccasins.
Web designer, blogger and photographer, Yolanda van Kimmenade (who loves doing shoots with local designers and boutiques so email for a quote or peruse the portfolio) and lover of vintage, locally made and/or sustainability produced fashion.
From Brisbane, Australia, relocated to Amsterdam for work and new adventures.
With special thanks for photography art direction and set design by Alisha van Bone.
