Hi Everyone!
There has been a little too much fur for me on the Runways this week, but the
message is clear.
Cover it up Ladies!
Exquisitely tailored grey wool ensembles backstage at Prada, photographed by Sonny Vandevelde.
Rochas' collection by Marco Zanini explored exaggerated volume based on classic 40's and 50's shapes.
Marco was on a similar train of thought as Marc Jacobs with more glamorous pyjama dressing.
Untitled by Lucy Griggs
About 13 years ago, we were lucky enough to have a window
installation at Blonde Venus with works by Lucy Griggs for two consecutive years as part of
a local initiative, to get art out in to public spaces, namely boutique windows.
It's wonderful how having a special piece hanging in your space can make you feel
so good.
Lucy's works often appear sweet in presentation but can be interpreting a more
sombre moment.
Her recent works have been inspired by her time living in Kazakhstan and further travels
throughout Turkey and Greece.
Lucy Griggs' new show called The Nature of Things opened last night
at Milani Gallery and is on until March 28th.
If you're in Sydney...
Sarah Cottier Gallery
Big O by Gemma Smith
Photos by Fiona Susanto
Gemma Smith is back in Australia at the moment to show
her latest collection of delicious, vibrant tangled paintings
at Sarah Cottier's new gallery space in Sydney.
Can somebody PLEASE buy me The Big O.
It is stunning!
Gemma Smith created the beautiful ceiling in the new Brisbane Magistrates Court building.
I took this snap last year and it became the cover photo on our Facebook page.
I'm a big fan!
Gemma's show opens today and runs until March 28th.
New Season!
Kinoak, Melbourne
Hinterland AW13
Mala Workshirt
Japanese Cotton Canvas
Hand Screen Printed in Australia
Made in Australia
Khaki w/- White Polka Dot Print
sizes 6 to 14
$275
Weekend Shirt
English Cotton
Shell Buttons
Made in Australia
White Self Spot
sizes 6 to 14
$210
Photos - Mia McDonald
Makeup - Claire Leighton
Model - Iris Ferwerda
The first drop from Kinoak for the season and they are fabulous
utility pieces with the amazing quality that this young Australian
label is already well known for.
Kinoak available exclusively in Queensland at Blonde Venus!
What's new at The Outpost?!
House of Cards, Brisbane
Lagoon Lovers AW13
Colony Playsuit
100% Cotton
Snap shoulder closures
Knot Back Detail
Side Zip
Mint
Sizes 6 to 12
$119
Pop Culture Crop Top
100% Cotton Jersey
Two Tier Ruffle Detail
Back Zip
Yellow
Sizes 6 to 12
$119
John Waters Pant
98% Cotton / 2% Elastane
Stretch High Rise, Skinny Pant
Zip Front
Exclusive Lagoon Lovers Print
Sizes 6 to 12
$129
Crustacean Open Jacket
Cotton/Linen Outer
Cotton Lining
Exaggerated Collar
Clean front / no closures
Zips at wrist
Mint
$179
"Plastic Lawn" Crop Top
100% Cotton
Snap shoulder closures
Exclusive Lagoon Lovers Print
Sizes 6 to 12
$109
1972 Shirt
100% Cotton Voile
Button through blouse with exaggerated collar
Cranberry
Sizes 6 to 12
$99
When designer Ashiya Omudsen called this a winter collection,
she was of course referring to our wonderous tropical winters
which are dominated by fresh days of clear blue skies and sunshine.
I love the yellow crop top, I love the fresh mint but I SUPER LOVE
the killer, deep pointed collars.
Extraordinary!
Available now in store and on-line at The Outpost:
There are too many things on tonight.
The Stone Roses on the cover of the NME in 1995
Epic Manchester band from the 1980's and 90's, The Stone Roses
are performing at the River Stage.
Expect tie-dye tshirts, smiley faces, baggy denim overalls, bucket hats
and non-stop dancing!
Apparently there aren't too many tickets left, so be quick!
Influential San Fran noise/pop/rock band Deerhoof are playing at the Zoo
tonight with impressive local supports Primitive Motion and Blank Realm.
Tickets are $37 and doors open at 8pm.
Also tonight, new Melbourne band High Tension are on their debut Australian tour
and are launching their 7" digital EP at X & Y Bar.
High Tension feautures ex members of Young & Restless ( Karina Utomo and
Ashley Pegram), The Nation Blue (Matt Weston) and Love Like Electrocution & Heirs
( Damian Coward ).
They have a fabulous support in Brisbane band No Anchor.
Expect LOUD!
Tickets are $10 and doors open at 8pm.
The Stress of Leisure
On Saturday night, another fantastic selection of local bands are
playing at the Beetle Bar at 350 Upper Roma Street.
The Gin Club are supported by The Stress of Leisure, Swaying Buildings
and Extra Foxx.
Doors open at 8pm and tickets are only $15.
Come in and say hi!
Thea X