New Season! Lover, Carly Hunter, Milk From A Thistle & More! 17 September 2010

Hi Everyone!

Last night we went to an interesting concept show
at the Tribal Theatre.
Matt Kennedy is a local musician and a man with a passion
for the live music scene.
Not just any music but progressive sounds that are left of centre.

Over the last few years Matt has been playing in his own
bands (Look Pond, Kitchen's Floor) and over the last year, filming every
live show he could get to, with a hand held camera.

A fantastic documentation of the scene today, Matt has posted
up these moments on his own site Eternal Soundcheck and now
edited them into a fantastic film.
So, the film had it's debut screening last night to a huge audience
at the Tribal Theatre and was interspersed with musical
performances by local bands Knee Chin and also Gerald Keaney
and the Gerald Keaney's.
 
 
 
It's total new season fever at the moment and here's the latest...





 
 
Lover, Sydney
"Untitled" SS10/11

The Arthouse Cropped Trench in Stone $550
The Lace Cami Shorts in Black $297


The Arthouse Trench Dress in Stone $594


The Cotton Smock Dress in Vanilla $330


The Slouch Silk Shorts available in Blush (pictured) and also Olive $341
 
(Tilly Lace Top still to arrive)
 
This delivery is due to arrive today so I am posting this with fingers crossed!
I love these looks!
The beautiful colour combinations and the addition of light tailoring
to these modern spring shapes, clinches the deal.
Lover in-store now at Blonde Venus.



Karen Walker Jewellery
Superfine Collection



Mini Rabbit Studs in Sterling Silver $43
Mini Rabbit Ring in Sterling Silver $38
 
Mini Bear Ring in Sterling Silver $38
Mini Bear Studs in Sterling Silver $43
 
Mini Dog Ring in Sterling Silver $38
Mini Dog Studs in Sterling Silver $43
 
Mini Cat Ring in Sterling Silver $38
Mini Cat Studs in Sterling Silver $43
 
 


Mini 3 Charm Bracelet in Sterling Silver $120


Mini Daisy Charm Bracelet in Sterling Silver with Diamonds $174


Daisy Threads in Sterling Silver with Diamonds $130


Peace Threads in Sterling Silver $65


Skull Threads in Sterling Silver $65
 
Mini Skull Necklace in Sterling Silver $89
Mini Skull Necklace in 9CT Yellow Gold $514
Star Threads in Sterling Silver $65
Mini Star Necklace in Sterling Silver $90
Mini Star Necklace in 9CT Yellow Gold $556
 
I did a double take when I layed eyes on these earring threads
which I remember being de rigeur during high school.
I snapped up a pair of these stars and was ready to pull
out my Golden Breed sweatshirt and play some volleyball
down at the Nambour Police Youthclub.

Needless to say, the little critters are soooo cute ;)

This week, Karen staged another successfull runway show
in New York for Spring/Summer 2011.
 
Karen shows off her knack for interesting colour and print mixes - gold and sunny yellows,
bright orange, bluey lilac, pyjama florals with some straight edge wheat and striped linens
make for great separates that you can push as far as you like, depending on your mood.


View the full collection and all the latest on the international shows at -



What's New at The Outpost...




Carly Hunter, Melbourne
Non Ho Sonno SS10/11

Sleeveless Net Tunic in White $339
 
Long Sleeve Net Tunic in White $360
 
Sleeveless Net Tunic in Black $339
 
Long Sleeve Net Tunic in Black $360
 
Sonno Cropped Jersey Top in Pale Grey Marle $290
 
Silk Pant available in Nude and also Pale Grey $259
 
Drape Silk Tank available in Sheer Nude (pictured) and also Pale Grey $259
 
 Long Drape Dress available in Pale Grey Silk and also Sheer Nude Silk $420
 
Hellmouth Silk Dress in Sheer Nude $339
 
Carly Hunter has had a big year.
Her first solo show at Australian Fashion Week in May
this year with this collection, received rave reviews
and Carly gained attention from mainstream media.

This week she has been announced as a finalist
in the SOYA awards (Spirit of Youth Australia)
which is an annual award sponsored by QANTAS
to highlight the talent of young Australian creatives
in fields of fashion, music, film, industrial and object
design, photography, visual communications and
visual arts.
Carly is up against other BV favourites Dion Lee
and Above from Melbourne.
The winners in each category will receive $5000 cash,
 $5000 in flights and a 12 month mentorship.

Carly Hunter available exclusively in Queensland at The Outpost.
 
 

 
 
 
and introducing...
 
 
Milk From A Thistle, Sydney


Digital Print Owl Tee on Grey Silk $185
Hand Painted Rust Stripe on Grey Silk Gathered Skirt $185
 
Hand Painted Rust Stripe 100% Cotton Maxi Dress $265
 
Digital Print Owl on Grey Silk Tunic $245
 
Hand Painted Rust Stripe on Grey Silk Tunic Dress $245
 
Wild Horses Rust Print on Grey Silk Tunic Dress $245
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cloud and Bird Trapeze Dress in 100% Grey Cotton $165
 
Forest Print in Rust on Grey Silk Tunic $245
 
Danielle Atkinson  had a career working in indie music 
when she had a calling to study Textile Design at East Sydney
TAFE.
Her passion for print design was realised and Danielle launched
her own label focussing on simple shapes with her distinctive prints.

I loved these pieces instantly due to their 70's feel (yes, I'm transparent)
and the garments are all hand made in Australia using either 100% silk
or 100% cotton.
Milk From A Thistle in-store now at The Outpost!
 
 
 
 
Cheap Monday, Sweden
 
A new version of the old Skyscraper, these light weight jeans are called
Second Skin and are a great high waisted basic, still at $90.
Cheap Monday in-store now at The Outpost.



Tonight, I'm going to see another interesting group of live
bands playing at Burst City with Cured Pink, Penguins,
Per Purpose and Melbourne's Pop Singles.

We may have just recovered from last week's Woodland opening (HUGE night)
but I'm going back for more on Saturday night to see another of my favourite
local bands Feathers play.
You may remember them from playing in-store at Blonde Venus
for the Chloe Sevigny/Opening Ceremony launch?

They will joined by Scraps, guest DJ Holly Ryan and regular DJ's
Polar Bear and Harvey Satan and it's only $5.



See you real soon!
Thea X



 
 
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New! Dr Denim, Cheap Monday RTW & Woodland! 10/9/2010

Hi Everyone,

This week, the whole of Fortitude Valley was
overrun (more than usual, in the nicest possible way)
by musicians, music fans and music industry people
with Brisbane's answer to South By Southwest,
BIGSOUND, our  music industry summit and
showcase.

The 3 day event completely sold out with national
and international visitors enjoying all sorts of live
performance through the Valley as well as a
heavy weight conference programme.
Make sure that you don't miss out next year -



I joined the World Cinema Club this year
and hence went to a special preview of the new
film starring Charlotte Gainsbourg called
The Tree this week.

This beautiful film closed Cannes this year and was
also shown at the Sydney and Melbourne International
Film Festivals for 2010.

It was largely filmed at Boonah, near Ipswich in 
Queensland and captures a special piece of 
Australian landscape which I doubt is normally
shown on the big screen and certainly not internationally.

I loved the film (not just because of Charlotte) but wonderful
cinematography and really special performances by the
whole cast.
The Tree opens at Palace and Dendy cinemas on September 30.

Speaking of, you may have wondered what happened to
the Brisbane International Film Festival which is usually
earlier in the year.
It's still happening but not until November 4-14
and you can sign up for details at -



 
The annual Valley Fiesta is NOW ON  and there's loads
of things you can see and do over the next few days.

Ann Street Party is BACK again tonight!
This is where you can stroll down Ann Street
and take in the sights and sounds of art based
installations and performances in the store windows.
Blonde Venus and The Outpost are both involved 
with these events -







Join the handsome and charismatic Charlie Hillhouse at The Outpost
for a Zine Signing of his latest offering which is published by his
own initiative Small House Books.
A big thanks to Chris from Smashing Bottles for his generous sponsorship.
Charlie Hillhouse appearing LIVE TONIGHT at The Outpost from about  6pm.



Join the also very handsome and charismatic Kirin J Callinan with a special in-store
 musical performance at Blonde Venus.
Kirin (Mercy Arms, Fashion Launches Rocket Launches) has just been flying all over the 
country supporting Midnight Juggernauts as well as doing his own solo shows.
I always find myself both unnerved and hypnotised by his performances, which are
very much conceptual with beautiful, haunting sounds.
I can't wait.
Kirin J Callinan performing LIVE TONIGHT at Blonde Venus from about 7pm.





As another special event on this Saturday the 11th, Suitcase Rummage
will be setting up shop on Winn Street, right outside
The Outpost so we can enjoy my favourite kind
of shopping - new and old!

The Flamingo Cafe will be spreading their love
with some extra space on the day and it should
all make for a fun and energetic atmosphere.
Hope that you can make it!


To download the full Valley Fiesta programme of events, visit this
link on the official Fiesta website -
 
 
 
Nominations were announced this week for the British 
Fashion Awards and Mary Katrantzou is a finalist
in the Emerging Talent Award (Ready to Wear).
Mary is up against Meadham Kirchhoff and Michael Van Derham
and the winner will be announce early December.
We should have Mary's latest collection pieces in next week!

Also in the Northern Hemisphere, Stephen Jones just opened another
retrospective exhibition of his work at the MoMA in Antwerp 
and for tomorrow calling, New York Fashion Week starts
next week!
Wooooo!


Karen Walker's Perfect Day show is on Tuesday morning  (NY time)
and as always, you will be able to follow most of the shows on
Style.com -
 
 
Here's the latest New Season arrivals!

Cheap Monday
Ann-Sofie Back Express Collection
northern hemisphere AW10

Frill Vest in Viscose Jersey/Sheer Crepe Chiffon
Available in Midnight Blue and Clay $50


Frill Hem Shirt in Sheer Crepe Chiffon
Available in Midnight Blue $110


Frill Sheer Slip Dress in Crepe Chiffon
Available in Midnight Blue and also Clay $100


Ella Viscose Jersey Plain Tee  in Plum Chocolate $45



Ella Plain Viscose Jersey Plain Tee in Clay $45
 
 
 
plus Men's styles...


Patchwork Tee in Cotton Jersey $50


Patchwork Shirt in 100% Cotton Denim $110
 
Coming from her own conceptually based independent
label, it must have been strange for Ann-Sofie Back
to move to one of the world's most successful
youth denim brands.
So, to keep true to her origins, Ann-Sofie has created
this limited edition capsule collection for Cheap Monday
called Express.

The collection is only available at 10 retailers within Australia
and New Zealand and it is available exclusively with us
in Queensland!
Even though it is a NH collection, the fabrics are light and 
great transeasonal pieces for our climate.
 
CM Ann-Sofie Back Express Women's styles available exclusively in Queensland at The Outpost.
CM  Ann-Sofie Back Express Men's styles available exclusively in Queensland at Blonde Venus.


Dr Denim, Sweden


I LOVE Chino Guy!
The revival of the chino has given the modern guy 
a little more freedom with his wardrobe choices
and look at the amazing colour line-up.

We have just received another fresh batch including
the standard issue Navy as well as some super springy
colours like this Sky Blue, Powder Blue, Banana Yellow
and Apple Green.

Also, back in stock are their popular unisex Snap Jeans
in Dark Antique and trusty Black.
Dr Denim in-store now at Blonde Venus.



In case you hadn't heard, Woodland is opening this Saturday
night and please come and join me on the dance floor because
I'll will most definitely have my dancing shoes on for this one!

If you have lamented the loss of fun places like Pop Scene,
Super Deluxe, Babble-On, Funkyard, Mass, and even just
upstairs at Rics (how it used to be)...have you got the idea?

The creators are keen to create a cool space, away from
the mainstream crowd which is friendly for people like us.

Woodland will start by opening regularly on Saturday
nights through September and then I'm told there
are lots of special things booked in from October onwards.

Entry is via Coniston Lane which is off McLachlan Street,
between Alhambra and the Sun Apartments.




Live life!
Thea X


New Season! Lover for girls, Carhartt for boys... 3/9/2010

Hi Everyone!

Yep, it's Spring and can you feel it?
It's that crazy Riverfire thing.
A nervous energy in the air and like everyone
is just raring to....GO!

We went to the re-launch of The Sky Room
last night for several refreshing cocktails,
DJ El Norto (Troubadour) and Ben Corbett
and Dylan McCormack from Gentle Ben &
His Sensitive Side entertained and superbly so.

As The Valley has commercialised I'm keen
to support projects that are for "people like us"
and this extremely stylish cocktail lounge
that sits above the maddening crowd
 is a perfect place for a night cap or two or three...

Nine Lives have certainly had a busy programme
this year and opened another exhibition last night.
Sydney based artist and curator of the China Heights Gallery
Edward Woodley was in town to unleash
his latest works from his collection entitled Surface Tension.




This flyer certainly doesn't give anything away about Ed's collection
which is actually quite punchy and bold and gives a real energy to the 
gallery space.
The exhibition runs until 14th of September.
You can check the gallery website for opening hours -



This season is so beautiful!
Here are the latest arrivals...



Lover, Sydney
Untitled Spring/Summer 10/11


Velvet Painter Bloomers
available in Nutmeg (pictured) and Storm $319


Cat Fitted Tee
Illustration by Marcus Oakley
Available in White (pictured) and also Lilac $110


Gallery Tuck Pants
available in Stone (pictured) $396


Gallery Short
Available in Camel (pictured) and also Stone $297

Lover's collections are always hotly anticipated.
This season they seemed to have reached another level 
with the brand where it feels that they don't have to try
too hard.
They have such a strong signature and incredible following
and this collection reflects that.

It is signature Lover with pieces that convey their identity
in lots of great modern separates in soft, flattering shapes
and tones.
This is the first delivery for the season so I'll keep you 
up to date as more pieces arrive.
Lover in-store now at Blonde Venus.



Sara Phillips
High Noon Spring/Summer 10

Western Shirt in White Cotton/Silk with Pale PInk Piping $240


Pleat Skirt in White $240


New York Dress in Printed Silk Georgette  $320


Jackaroo Dress available in Grey $610

Another delivery already!
I've already bagged a couple of crop tops and this western shirt
from the first drops.
The New York print is SO pretty in the flesh and everyone seems
to be peachy keen for all of this season's PEACH.
Sara Phillips available exclusively in Queensland at Blonde Venus!




Carhartt
Spring/Summer 10




Contrast Pocket T-Shirt in Grey Heather Cotton $79


Lasty Cotton T-Shirt  $99
available in Snow/Grey Heather (pictured) and also Black/Dark Grey $99


Wedge T-Shirt in Cotton PIque $99


Foxbury Cotton T-Shirt $99


Grind T-Shirt with Limited Edition Print designed by Benny Gold $79


Duck Polo in 100% Cotton Pique
available in Black and also Navy $110


Harmon Shirt in 100% Cotton Poplin $160


Oxford Shirt in 100% Cotton 
Available in Rose Pink and Sky Blue $169


Woking Shirt in 100% Cotton Poplin
Available in Siver $160


Myron Shirt in 100% Cotton Poplin
Available in Cactus Green and also Blacksmith $150


Watson Shirt in 100% Cotton
available in Navy and also Tobacco $160


Gateway Shirt in 4oz Poly/Cotton Poplin
Available in Navy with White Embroidery $130


Master Shirt in 4oz Poly/Cotton Poplin
Available in Leather $130


Cargo Bermuda Ripstop Cotton
Loose Fit
Available in Leather $179


Presenter Bermuda in 7.5 oz Cotton/Poly Durango Twill
Low Waist, Regular Fit
Available in Leather $160


Primary Bermuda in 4.6 oz 100% Cotton Poplin
Low Waist, Regular Fit
Available in Navy $179


100% Cotton Inglewood 12.25 oz Denim
Low Waist, Slim Fit $230


Trax Bermuda in 5.5oz Cotton Twill 
Available in Leaf and Tin $150


HIckory Stripe 100% Cotton Cap
Available in Navy Stripe and also Black Stripe $50

As you know, Carhartt has been a popular favourite with us for years.
You can't go past their classic utility styling and amazing quality.
You know, it's a little bit Jarvis Cocker, a little bit rugged mountain man,
a little bit preppy, a little bit psychobilly.
My favourites from this collection are undoubtedly the Duck Polo
which we have also named the Duckman (Pretty In PInk) or The Mighty
Duck(s).
I also love The Master Shirt - call it a Scout thing.
Carhartt in-store now at The Outpost and Blonde Venus.

Penny Skateboards


We sold out of our first delivery but are pleased to say that 
we have the Penny Completes back in stock already in all
of these amazing colours!
Still only $149.
Penny in-store now at The Outpost.


There is an amazing line-up at Burst City tonight with Feathers,
Blank Realm and Slug Guts supporting Melbourne's 
Fabulous Diamonds for their LP launch.
It's cheap, it's all ages and doors open at 8ish.

Enjoy the fireworks tomorrow night if you're into that sort of thing.
I'm birthday party hopping.
See you soon!
Thea X









 

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