Brisbane street style, fashion news & local designers
I found this location six months ago and thought it would be perfect for an early morning shoot, which are more accessible during the winter months as the sun rises later (I’m not really a morning person). It was a small team, only three of us, Ally Dunlop (talented stylist, hair and makeup artist) and gorgeous model, Holly Susan Leong, who I had not met before the shoot, but I had seen her sassy style on the runway at Undress Brisbane.
Summer may have gone for the moment, but we’re pretty lucky in Brisbane that our winter’s are very mild. This shoot was for ROMM magazine and I was so excited that one of my images was chosen for the cover! It’s always fun working with models who let their beautiful personalities shine through in their pictures. And if you can’t tell we had a lot of fun on this shoot playing with balloons and our always faithful flamingo friend!
A little bit Clueless, a little big Gossip Girl and a whole lot of fun! A preppy style fashion editorial which was a creative playground for me to explore a different style. This shoot, with the fabulous Ally Dunlop stylist, was a chance to poke fun at the girls who would be likely to say “you can’t sit with us”.
So drink your juice box and enjoy our sweet little editorial.
Thanks to Brisbane’s ROMM Magazine, my photo was featured on the cover of their May 2014, party issue! Full editorial images coming soon…
In the meantime I asked editor, Zara Duffy a few questions to discover more about her digital magazine and creative inspiration.
Although I love working with natural light, I thought it was time to do something more edgy and push my personal boundaries. I enlisted the help of stylist extraordinaire, Ally Dunlop and we set about finding a location and clothing to compliment our theme.
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.
This is my favourite shot of 2013, I love the colour and how much awesome attitude Aicha has in this image.
2013 was a huge first year for BNE Style! Thanks to everyone who has followed my blog, participated in shoots, submitted content and been supportive of my new obsession with photography! As a creative outlet it is more than I expected, not just learning a new skill but meeting interesting people through attending events and setting up shoots.
Meet male model, Declan Kluver who is signed to Vivien’s Brisbane. He was keen to add more street style images to his portfolio but wanted something industrial and a bit different in terms of location. The light on this afternoon was glowing softly, Declan was working his angles and the location was so versatile, with plenty of different textures and backgrounds to choose from!
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.
