Brisbane street style, fashion news & local designers
Thanks to Deakin Estate winery BNE Style was invited to attend a Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival Group Shop as VIP guests. With seating in the second row and access to the VIP lounge, it was a very different (and far more enjoyable) experience than the previous evenings where I had been in the photographers pit. Of course I still brought my camera to document this special experience!
The Brisbane Arcade parade showcased designers that call the exclusive Brisbane Arcade home. Although many of the garments are out of my price range and the labels represented in this show tend to focus on a more mature woman, it was still lovely to see the classy vintage feel and sense of fun some of these labels took towards their collections.
It has been over 10 years since I last attended the Ekka, so when I was invited to have a day of adventure with fellow Brisbane blogger, Ashleigh (www.theblondesilhouette.com.au), I knew I couldn’t pass up the chance to rediscover my inner child.
The ivy covered walls of the outdoor area at Capulet bar held the first of 4 heats in their Fashion Fridays competition. This event showcases Brisbane’s talented emerging designers, gets audiences involved in voting and promotes Brisbane’s burgeoning fashion scene. Five designers or boutiques presented several pieces from their collection’s.
Trend: Winter Florals.
Labels: All pieces are available at Glassons.
This outfit from Glassons was one of my favourite looks from the Westfield Chermside winter trends fashion show. I attended the VIP night where shoppers (like me) who won a wristband gained access to fashion parades (with delicious pre-show treats), a Ruby Slipper Wall (if the shoes in the mystery box fit, they were ours to keep, although I didn’t win it was still fun) and a lolly buffet!
You need to check out Style Cult. Why? Because it is a brand new online store showcasing some of Australia’s most exciting up and coming designers and that means you are supporting our home grown talent!
Shirley Fracture Couture features handmade fashion with a punk yet playful style. All the garments are hand painted and I especially loved the metallic eyebrows and colourful makeup which enhanced the bright colours of the outfits.
There was a great vibe walking into the Kustom Karnival, ladies were dressed to impress, beautiful vintage cars and hot rods were shining in the afternoon sunlight, kids enjoyed a jumping castle and there was no shortage of men with pompadours.
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.
