New! Fred Perry X Stussy Ltd Edition & More! -30 April 2010




Hi Everyone!

The Design Institute of Australia announced the winners
this week of their 2010 Australasian Student Design Awards.
Winner of the Fashion Design component was Carol Faulkner
from Sydney TAFE followed by a trifecta for QUT -
Second prize went to Priya Cox, Third Prize to Lauren Clarke
and a Commendation to Robyn Taggart.

Priya, Lauren and Robyn are all currently exhibiting pieces
from their graduate collections at Artisan.

The DIA also awarded recent graduates in Textile, Furniture,
Industrial and Interior Design.
For details, go to -

We are off to Rosemount Australian Fashion Week next week,
to preview more Australasian designer collections for our
Spring/Summer 2010/11.
It's always a little bit crazy as we squeeze in runway shows
and showroom appointments - but always soooo much fun.

This year RAFW celebrates it's 15th anniversary and YES,
I have been to every single one!
International guests will include a couple of my favourite writers
like Susie Lau from Stylebubble and Tim Blanks from Style.com
Also returning for more fun in the sun is Phil Oh from the popular
Streetpeeper website.
I'm going to squeeze as much in to the week as possible,
including some daily blogging for Pedestrian.tv  AAAGH!



Here is the latest delivery news...

Karen Walker Jewellery

Your favourites back in stock!


Minitature Daisy Ring in Sterling Silver with Diamond $60
also available in 9CT Yellow Gold


Miniature Skull Ring in 9CT Yellow Gold $125
also available in Sterling Silver $38


Miniature Bow Pendant in Sterling Silver $88
also available in 9CT Yellow Gold 


The Owl Ring in Sterling Silver with Citrine & Biron Emeralds $258


Anchor Pendant in Sterling Silver $136


Axe Pendant in Sterling Silver $119

After a long wait, we have just had another big delivery 
of Karen's fantastic jewellery collection.
This is only a small sample of what we have in store.
For full collection photos, go to the website and then 
you can call us for more details:

The guys are getting spoilt for choice again...
lots more new season Man Love!


Fred Perry, London


We have more of the classic M12 polos arriving today in a variety
of classic colours and still only $130-00.
Fred Perry is available exclusively in Queensland at Blonde Venus!








Fred Perry X Stussy Deluxe - Blank Canvas Collection

Limited Edition!




Short Sleeved Cotton T-Shirt available in Black and White


Polo in traditional pique cotton available in Grey and also White


Bomber Jacket in 100% cotton with embroidery




Fred Perry usually colloborate with smaller independent names for their Blank Canvas collections,
like Ann-Sofie Back and Peter Jensen, so this one was a real surprise.
But then maybe not.
Fred Perry, a heritage label and Stussy, a breakthrough label in American street wear are both
obvious innovators and have stood the test of time to achieve cult status.
These simple and classic shapes combine the brand logos for true fans and cool to see the
original Shawnn Stussy logo back in action again for this limited edition collection.
Fred Perry X Stussy Blank Canvas collection available exclusively in Queensland
at Blonde Venus!




What's New at The Outpost?!

Check Matt's blog for full details:


Pass Port, Brisbane


Pass Port Beannie available in both Black and Navy Blue $25

Trent Evans from Pass Port is a man with simple needs and he
designs his collection accordingly. 
No skulls or crosses or  funny stripes - just a nice, plain beannie.
Pass Port in store now at The Outpost!

Undefeated, LA


Cal T-shirt in 100% Black Cotton $69


Dominique T-shirt in 100% Black Cotton $69


5 Panel Cotton Cap available in Blue and also Grey $69


5 Strikes Whistle $35

This latest delivery from Undefeated includes some clever gift
ideas for guys like the Whistle/Keyring and there is also
a cute Bottle Opener/Keyring as well as a very Mini Mag Light!


Not Last Days by Charlie Hillhouse




28 pages, limited edition of 50 $12



Charlie Hillhouse is a 22 year old photographer based in Brisbane.
He recently started his own publishing company called Smallhouse
and this zine is his first title - a collection of his own photos which
he also recently exhibited at Nine Lives Gallery, alongside another
young Brisbane photographer Jared O'Sullivan.


Nine Lives presents...
Hannah Smith


Hannah Smith's work is understated excellence of fine, painstakingly
drawn beautiful lines that create moods and shapes.
She painted a special board for the I Used To Skate Once
show last year, so I am excited about seeing her new collection
of works at Nine LIves tonight.



Extraordinary by Kim Guthrie


If you happen to be in Cooroy tonight...
Kim Guthrie is drawn to taking photos of people in the most honest and unpretentious way.


Here are our trading hours for both stores, for the long weekend -

Saturday 1st May 10am to 6pm
Sunday 2nd May 11am to 5pm
Monday 3rd May 11am to 3pm

See you soon,
Thea X











New Season! Dress Up, Edwin, Dr Denim, SSWTR





Hi Everyone!

I have spent nearly two full days at QUT this
week locked down with the 3rd year fashion
students.
It makes a nice change from being in the store
(nearly) every day and it's wonderful to see
ideas and collections brewing.

Last night, we went to Fashioned - Unleashed
at Artisan which is exhibiting work from some
of Queensland's most recent and exciting
design graduates.

I'd never seen the gallery so packed as friends,
family and supporters came out in force
for a parade and static display of work.

BV's own Lauren Clarke was selected for
the exhibition, along with Priya Cox, Robyn Taggart,
Alice Leahy, Jeremy Gills, Tovah Cottle, Heidi Stevens,
Jacque Prior, Laurence St Pierre, Melanie Kate Foote
and Pamela Cameron.

The exhibition runs until June 5th.


Here's the latest new season arrivals and there is lots of Man Love!




Dress Up, Melbourne
Dovetailed
Untucked Mini Dress in Dijon Velvet $308

 
Pleated Silk Tank in Liver $154


Secretary Dress in Mauve $484

Untucked Mini Dress in Omen Velvet $308

Photography Anna Mackenzie
Model Sophie @ Scene
Styling  Stephanie Downey

Stunning, sexy pieces by one of Australia's best
emerging conceptual designers Stephanie Downey.
I love Stephanie's BEAUTIFUL colour mix and the mood
of her collection steams off these stunning photos.
Dress Up is available exclusively in Queensland
at Blonde Venus!



Christopher Kane for Atelier Swarovski, London


Beetle Ring with Crystals
also available with Black Jet
$195

Beetle Necklace
available with Crystals or Black Jet
$234

Beetle Earrings
available with Crystal or Black Jet
$98

Back in stock!
We have a few more of Christopher's beetle rings back in stock
but also some of necklaces and earrings -  at your request!
Christopher Kane for Atelier Swarovski is available exclusively 
in Queensland at Blonde Venus!


More Man Love...

Edwin, Japan 



Nautilus Striped T-Shirt in 100% Cotton Single Jersey $120


Old Man of the Sea T-Shirt in Off White 100% Cotton Single Jersey $99




Anchor T-Shirt in 100% Cotton Single Jersey - available in Navy $99


Warship T-Shirt in Off White 100% Cotton Single Jersey $99


Edward Shirt in Double Layer 100% Cotton Blue Check $140




Captain Shirt  in 100% Cotton Blue Stripes $160


Captain Shirt in White 100% Cotton Enzyme Wash with Stripe Detail  $160


Rigger Hooded Parka in light weight Peachskin with 100% Cotton Striped Lining $360


SEN Selvage Skinny in 11oz Light Raw Denim $230


SEN Selvage Skinny Light Used Wash $299


EC71 Slim Jean in 12.25oz Akita Grey Denim $199


EC62 Regular Fit Unwashed 12.5oz Kita Blue Denim $220

Just in time for winter, we have loads of your favourite
Edwin jeans back in stock including the classic London
Slim in both Blue Denim ($169) and Black Denim ($160).

This season, I was tempted by their nautical themed clothing 
collection pieces too.
Made for Japanese summer, these pieces are perfect for our
climate.
The fabrics and finishes are of the same high standard that
we have come to know and rely upon, in their jeans.
Let's face it.
I can't get enough of this nautical thing.
Edwin in store now at Blonde Venus!

Dr Denim, Sweden

CHINOS! Khaki, LIght Blue, Navy, Burgandy $145


SNAP! Unisex Skinny Jean in Black Rinse $149
We have also received: Ocean Black and Light Destroyed $149


ORMOND! Slim Fit Straight Leg
Available in Blue Black Raw and True Vintage $149

Wow, new Chino colours are great and it's great
to have all of these hot favourites back in stock.
Dr Denim in store now at Blonde Venus with some 
styles also available at The Outpost.





What's New at The Outpost?!

Slow and Steady Wins the Race, NY

Square Frame Circle Lens
available in Clear, White and Black $145





Square Frame
available in White, Black and Clear $145


Circular Frame with Square Lens
available in Black, White and Clear $145

Back in stock!
You have asked and we have delivered.
SSWTR create conceptual, attainable pieces.
The girls have also just created a novelty piece to 
celebrate the launch of an exhibition at the
Brooklyn Museum called American High Style: Fashioning
a National Collection.
Other American designers selected are Rodarte,
Philip Lim, Opening Ceremony, Philip Crangi,
Band of Outsiders and Patrick Ervill.
SSWTR eyewear available exclusively in Australia
at The Outpost.






Anzac Weekend Trading Hours

Here's the trading hours for both Blonde Venus
and The Outpost for the long weekend -

Saturday 24th - open 10am to 6pm

Sunday 25th - closed

Monday 26th - 11am to 3pm


We are going to see The Bats play on Saturday night.
Remember that everywhere will close at midnight
for Anzac Day.
See you soon,
Thea x









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