Hi Everyone!
Another exhausting week as I had to cram in another
quick trip to Sydney to view some more collections -
Karen Walker (F.U.N.) and Dion Lee (AMAZING)
I ducked in quickly to the Australian Centre for Photography
which is located at 257 Oxford Street in Paddington, a welcome
relief from all of the surrounding chain stores.
Last night I saw Gemma Smith's wonderful new paintings at Milani
Gallery.
Can someone please buy me a piece from this exhibition?!
Here's the latest news from both stores...
Christopher Esber, Sydney
"Implode" Spring/Summer 10/11
The Missing Button Shirt in White with Pale Blue $440
The Scaffolding Skirt in Pale Blue $890
The Coverup Top in Black Japanese Leather $836
The Pleat Slip Skirt in Black $480
Men's Block Shirt with Bra Detailing $480
Christopher Esber graduated from Ultimo TAFE in 2007 and first showed
at Australian Fashion Week in 2009 as part of a graduate show also
including Dion Lee.
His debut solo show earlier this year was highly applauded as one of the
best shows of the week not only for the collection but it's presentation.
The models finished their run down the catwalk by lining up against a stark
white wall for the entire duration of the show so that we could scrutinize
them for a whole lot longer.
Christopher is obsessed with garment construction and with this collection he
referenced building demolition and reconstruction, internal (building) explosions
for the purpose of progress and taking down the old to make way for the new.
His aim was to make the silhouette appear like it was collapsing while
forming a lot of construction underneath to achieve this.
Each garment has story which follows this process.
The "Men's Block Shirt" is finished on the inside with bra construction,
complete with underwire.
The Scaffolding Skirt is supported by a satin caged petticoat, it's
bizarre "anti-pleating" clashes traditional with avant garde.
The Square Bib Tank Tops are in a chunky cotton rib but are lined
with soft silk tulle as are the Suede T-Shirts.
Styles we have received (that aren't pictured) are -
the Cropped Tux Shirt in Cream Check Silk/Cotton with Neoprene Buttons $310
the Square Bib Rib Tank in Pale Blue Cotton with Silk Tulle lining $290
the Panel Block Tee in Black Suede and also Pale Blue Suede $638
Some sizes have already flown out the door but don't miss out on at least
seeing these pieces in real life.
Clothing should always feel this special.
Christopher Esber is available exclusively in Queensland at Blonde Venus!
Lover
Untitled Spring Summer 10/11
Tilly Lace Bodice in Black $495
Anita Lace Dress in Black $1265
Flare Pants in Blush $396
Horseriding Tee (illustration by Marcus Oakley) available in Lilac (pictured) and also White $110
These pieces will HOPEFULLY be arriving today.
If not, at least you know what will be coming on Monday!
As always a beautiful colour palette and beautiful fabrics and Lover
is all made in Australia.
I LOVE the Flared Pants.
Lover in store now at Blonde Venus!
Karen Walker Jewellery
Filigree Cuff in Sterling Silver $722
Filigree Wide Band Ring in Sterling Silver (sizes available) $132
These amazing new pieces have just landed from Karen's Classic
Jewellery Collection.
Look closely to see the characters that are featured in these designs like
the rabbit, skull, fly, daisy, cat and acorn.
We also have some of your other favourites back in stock -
the watering can
the tusk
the runaway girl
the robot
the anchor
the superfine daisy necklace
the superfine skull ring
and more...
We have already had people lay-by for Christmas
after missing out last year, so start planning now!
Karen Walker Jewellery in-store now at Blonde Venus & The Outpost!
Above, Melbourne
spring summer 10/11
Giant Blazer in Smoke Bamboo Cotton $385
Giant Pant in Smoke Bamboo Cotton $271
Romper in Smoke Cupro $330
Scarf Shift Dress in Steel Cupro $257
Above were recently nominated in the Spirit of Youth Australia Awards
also known as the SOYA Awards.
It's labels like Above, Carly Hunter, Dion Lee, Christopher Esber...
that give us confidence in Australian design and hope for the future
of Australian fashion.
Let's face it - emerging labels can be "a dime a dozen" but we can only
cope with so many strapless mini dresses with bows attached.
Give us something meaningful, lasting, design focussed.
Wow, maybe I should not have had that extra coffee!
Seriously though, Above design interesting pieces that are great wardrobe keepers
and all of their pieces are made in Australia and still so well priced!
I love the "Giant Suit" and the Scarf Dress is one to play with as it can
be adapted and worn in different ways.
ABOVE is available exclusively in Queensland at The Outpost!
Fred Perry, UK
courtesy of Fred Perry
Yes, we have more of the classic Fred Perry M12 twin tipped, slim fit polos
back in stock in these colours and still only $130 -
black with champagne
sky with red/navy
red with black
white with sky/maroon
Fred Perry RTW available exclusively in Queensland at Blonde Venus!
Nine Lives Gallery
This joint show featuring new works by two Melbourne artists, Andrew
Gordon and Justin Lee Williams opened at Nine Lives last night and
continues until November 8.
Check the gallery blog for opening hours -
For Us By Us is a short film being screened tonight at the Tribal Theatre
which features the collaborative works of 24 second year QUT BA Fashion
students with 6 local artists.
Go to the Facebook page for more details -
Brisbane rock and roll royalty Six Ft. Hick are releasing their
15th Birthday 7" tonight at Woodland with No Anchor and
Feathers and DJ Harvey Satan supporting.
Always an eventful show and well worth taking your camera!
Tickets are only $15 on the door (or $5 after midnight).
On Saturday night The Zoo celebrate Halloween with
Zombie, Zombie Zombie. Oh Ye Denver Birds are
headlining supported by Ghoul (Sydney), Toy Balloon and
Tiny Migrants.
Tickets are $10 on the door.
Brisbane band Inland Sea launch their EP supported by
Big Strong Brute and DJ Harvey Satan on Saturday night at Woodland.
Tickets are $10 on the door (or $5 after midnight)
Check out the new Woodland blog here!
So Happy Halloween whatever that means.
I'm not into ghoulish stuff but I did however grow
up with this song from one of my favourite old albums
by the Dead Kennedys.
I'm warning you now, it's pretty heavy duty...
If that's a bit much, I'll leave you with this early 1970's cartoon delight -
The Groovie Goolies -
See you soon!
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