Christianna Heideman’s DAMSELFLY has long been a name etched in my memory. It conjures images of fairytale princesses of epic proportions, ethereal beauties hand dipped in gold and stunningly delicate jewellery made from precious stones. Not only has Christianna made a name for herself creating these gorgeous pieces of jewellery, but has now branched […]
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Matcho Suba is refreshingly startling, exciting and daring. Snapping the fashion crowd awake from their monochrome daze, Suba’s collection strutted onto the catwalk with a bang. Waist hugging mesh skirts and striped crop tops; electric red embossed leather fringed skirts; orange and black panelled dresses with tulle; and rose gold sleeved shift dresses – the outfits screamed […]
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Alice McCall’s graphic prints of lipstick laden pouts, embellished manicures and skiers have become a cult fashion item. With boxed shapes coupled with satin and lace shorts or sexy crop tops and high waisted skirts, the look is colourful, playful, sassy and unique.
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With a sunrise as the ever-so-fitting backdrop for Gottex, the likes of supermodels Karolina Kurkova, Jess Hart and Lily Donaldson powered onto the runway. Draped in aqua blue and hot tangerine lycra concoctions, wrapped up in crisscross shapes, high waists, halter necks, across the shoulders, back less and cut out panels. There were white hot […]
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Georges Chakra’s Edition was much more than a collection of simple and elegant gowns. At closer glance the immense detailing brought with it a definite charm. Off the shoulder dresses with ribbed detailing and delicate sequins. Dresses of flowing chiffon with criss-cross and square cut-outs across bejeweled décolletages. Full length pieces of glamorous silk and […]
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The Camilla grand showcase at VAMFF was heralded a stand-out, with models adorned in colourful fabrics, draped in flowing graphic prints, dripped in jewellery, crowned with feathered headpieces and empowered with stunning accessories. The show was a successful partnership between designer, make-up and hair. The team had created tribal warriors; powerful women that were seductive […]
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Here is our interview with Joey Scandizzo from back in 2009. Since then, Scandizzo has gone from strength to strength. He has won almost every prestigious hairdressing award, has been involved in numerous fashion shows and has many celebrity clients. 1. What was it initially about hairdressing that allured you as a young boy?Working with […]
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I married my beloved man, Cardin Leorke on Friday the 13th December, 2013. We were engaged in Tulum, Mexico back in September 2011. The two year lead up to the wedding was a beautiful, fun but at times slightly stressful journey. There was no wedding planner, as we took the research upon ourselves and decided […]
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Pen To Paper is proud to announce our first Instagram #competition! Are you a Beach Lover in need of the perfect makeup partner? Simply follow @laraantonelli_pentopaper & @gorgeouscosmeticsofficial on Instagram, regram the image below and hashtag #beachlover to #win! Comp is open to Aust. residents only and ends 12 midnight Friday 13th Feb, 2014.
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On a balmy Summer evening in the Royal Botanical Gardens of Melbourne, something magical was forming behind the wrought iron gates of one of the city’s nearly two century old garden. Born from the creativity bestowed by nature, this unique fashion event utilised the wonder of flora to exhibit collections from some of Australia’s elite […]
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