Shoes are the epitome of style. A statement in their own right, shoes have taken over the accessory hierarchy – usurping all to become a focal point for the right outfit. The status of women’s shoes in particular, has reached a monumental peak. They ooze personality and charisma and are the very hallmark of current […]
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Khamoda is an exciting new label from a Sydney designing trio; with more than just a love of fashion bringing them together. Sisters Tania, Tamara and Tara launched Khamoda back in 2009, and it is clearly evident that this talented threesome are aptly skilled in creating a unique fashion statement. With dresses that are so […]
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The absolute latest direct from the exclusive designer shows of New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2011/12 from the Maybelline Insiders, Amanda Fordyce and Lara Antonelli. Anna Sui‘s highly anticipated show was so colourful and fun. With models adorned with floral turbines, super red lips, bright popping colours and her signature 40’s meets 70’s style glamour. […]
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New York Fashion Week 2011, was the the second time I had been fortunate enough to be invited over to cover the event, but this year it was for both the Manhattan Fashion Directory and Maybelline New York Australia. Here are some snaps courtesy of Amanda Fordyce and myself, of the incredible celebs we were lucky […]
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The 2006 AFI awards night held in Melbourne was a delectable feast of Australian talent, tantalising the media, paparazzi and fans as they walked the lush red carpet into the rose adorned glass walls of the Exhibition Centre. Without wanting to compare our awards night to that of our American counterparts, the guest list was […]
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Sportsgirl is the quintessential Australian label. A powerful pioneer in a capricious business, Sportsgirl’s tenure has surpassed the longevity of a feline. It is the respected and adored staple label of all Australian women. A label seeped in iconic nostalgia, managing to maintain its quality, uniqueness and therefore relevance in the fashion world, is the […]
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This debut event held during L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival in 2010 is run by former designer, Oscar Calvo. He commissioned Pen To Paper’s director, Lara Antonelli to write profiles on all of the designers showing, as well as all other press releases relating to the event. This is definitely the moment you have all been […]
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Beloved overseas chain store Zara finally made its debut in Melbourne last night. Sitting pretty next to department store titans Myer & David Jones on the famous Bourke Street strip, Zara’s Spanish heritage set Melbournian fashionista’s hearts on fire. Media, celebrities and socialites alike got to sample Zara’s latest designs and threads, with champagne shopping at it’s finest. Adding a […]
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All photography by Lara Antonelli-Leorke. Copyright Pen To Paper Media.
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Shot of the Big 3 (Sarah Jessica Parker, Anna Wintour, Grace Coddington) taken by Amanda Fordyce @ the Narciso Rodriguez show. Attending New York Fashion Week in September last year, would have to be hands down, one of the most exhilarating, surreal and wonderful experiences of my life, and indeed, my career to date. It […]
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