RAFW Day 5 Recap

Last but not least my recap from the last day at RAFW, Day 5.

Show 1 - Toni Maticevski
Although this collection is not as wearable as many of other collections, it is a stunning example of design at its finest. Delicate silk draped and twisted over sleeveless shift dresses combined with elaborate feather shoulder detailing. A collection full of black and white with splashes of fuchsia, and geometric prints. I think my favourite element of this collection is the pleated floral embellishments on several of the pieces, they are absolutely stunning and add such an interesting touch to the garments.

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Show 2 - Bowie
RAFW went out with a bang this year with the final collection to show, Bowie. Obviously inspired by the east, Bowie paraded kimono like gowns in oriental prints down the catwalk. Beautifully beaded dresses were coupled with the intricate pleats found on fan inspired head pieces. To add a little colour to the collection Bowie included heels and prints in a bold red that popped against the predominately black and white colour scheme. My favourite piece from this collection would have to be the one shoulder black sequined fish tail gown with oriental print detail. Such a beautiful and sophisticated piece.

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

RAFW Day 4 Recap

Ok it's taken me a while to get these last couple of posts up, but I am finally getting around to it. 

Here is my recap of my favourite shows from Day 4 at RAFW.

Show 1 - Dion Lee
All I can say is, what an amazing collection. The designs are crisp and fresh, as well as being incredibly unique. Its a blend of origami inspired folds with a futuristic feel. The collection includes structured mini dresses, sky high splits, and two-toned cropped blazers. Lee adheres to a basic colour palette of grey and white with splashes of pastels, and plays on the futuristic feel by the addition of bold silver neck pieces and cuffs. I love the grey off the shoulder mini dress, it literally looks like it has been folded from paper. Incredible!

Images courtesy of vogue.com.au

Images courtesy of vogue.com.au

Images courtesy of vogue.com.au

Images courtesy of vogue.com.au

Images courtesy of vogue.com.au

Images courtesy of vogue.com.au

Show 2 - Yeojin Bae
A beautifully feminine collection, featuring elegantly tailored dresses, next to elements of body con. Loads of block colour in bursts of red and blue, alongside nudes and black. The collection is given a retro inspired feel with the inclusion of florals and black sequined minis. Both equally amazing. To top it all off Bae has included beautiful decorative floral arrangements on a few of the garments in bright popping colours. I'm loving the sequined mini shorts, so short but oh so cute.

Images courtesy of vogue.com.au

Images courtesy of vogue.com.au

Images courtesy of vogue.com.au

Images courtesy of vogue.com.au

Images courtesy of vogue.com.au

RAFW Day 3 Recap

A recap of a few of my favourite shows from day 3 at RAFW.

Show 1 - Lisa Ho
The latest installment from Lisa Ho is a beautiful mix of earthy tones with splashes of sky blue and peach. Polished lady like suits with crisp shirts, next to ethereal flowing gowns and tribal prints. Love the shorts below, a great way to add a bit of spice to your outfit.

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Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

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Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Show 2 - Dhini
A predominately black and white collection, with bursts of warm toned colours such as orange and pale yellow. Sheer floaty fabrics were teamed with a plethora of harem pants. Showing skin seemed to be the underlying theme in this collection, which was evident with the inclusion of several itty bitty play-suits with plunging necklines. Definitely not for the faint hearted!

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Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Show 3 - Alice McCall
I know this is a big call but I going to go as far as saying that this collection was my favourite of Fashion Week this year. Yes I went there! I struggled to pick only a few pieces to put in this post, so I'm going to add a few more as I think it deserves it.
Another predominately white collection with beautiful vintage inspired patterns, cut out detailing and lattice style fabrics. High necklines and sheer fabric, an unbeatable combination that adds sex appeal to an outfit without showing too much skin. I'm a sucker for a pretty dress, and loved the styles with the fitted torso that kicked out at the hips. It's nice to see a classic style given a modern twist from the inclusion of cut out panels on the waist.

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RAFW Day 2 Recap

I was lucky enough to sneak away from my uber busy study schedule to view the Marnie Skillings RAFW show last night. 

It had been a while since I was last inside the OPT, but let's just say the show did not disappoint. The atmosphere, the music, the front row (I may get over excited when I see all my favourite editors sitting only metres away), and of course the designs themselves.

Another little recap from my favourite collections on Day 2.

Show 1 - Rachel Gilbert
I absolutely loved this collection, and I'm not sure if it was the unlikely combination of lime yellow, silver and black, or the amazing embellishments on several of the pieces, but it definitely left me wanting more. How stunning is the beaded gown below! 

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Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

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Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

 
Show 2 - Manning Cartell
I love the Manning Cartell brand, other than being quite beautiful and timeless pieces, I also find that their collections are extremely wearable. More white (a definite trend appearing), coupled with paint splattered prints and maxi dresses. I love the 1920's style flapper dress at the bottom, tres chic!

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

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Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Show 3 - Marnie Skillings  
Marnie's latest collection was feminine with a quirky twist. Pretty florals teamed with feather capelets and animal print hats. An unusual combination of items that oddly enough came together perfectly. Another collection heavily featuring high necklines and maxi dresses, both are shaping up to be must have items this spring. I on the other hand would love to get my mits on one of those feather capelets, as they looked quite amazing.

Image courtesy of MCM PR

Image courtesy of MCM PR

Image courtesy of MCM PR

RAFW Day 1 Recap

Well like any other fashion loving blogger, the most important week of the year is finally upon us. Yes, you know what I'm talking about, Rosemount Australian Fashion Week.

It unfortunately just so happens that for me this is the last week of college for the trimester and I have been flat out with assessments. Watching all the coverage from the shows constantly popping up on Facebook can be somewhat distracting.

So I have decided to give into the overwhelming urge, and have decided to for go study for an hour of so to check out the full collections on Vogue.com.au. 

Just to recap day one, I thought I'd pull together some images for you from my favourite shows for the day. 

Show 1 - Zimmermann

Lots of White and cut out laser patterns, mixed with Zimmermann's usual bold floral prints. I am especially in love with the last photo of the one piece, I will definitely have to get my hands on one of them!

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Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Show 2 - Bec & Bridge

Amazing prints... again! (must be a sign of things to come), suede in all shapes and forms, along with some very saucy off the shoulder numbers. Favourite item from the collection would have to be the little suede shorts, the perfect to addition to an outfit at any time of year.

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Show 3 - Alex Perry

Well it seems as if Alex Perry has outdone himself yet again. I have to say when I looked through the collection I was in love with almost every piece. It was a bold mix of colours, which seemed to work perfectly together. Loving the high necklines and the embellishment.

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Image courtesy of vogue.com.au

Show 4 - Lover

In my opinion a label that can do no wrong. Every season they seem to release a collection that triumphs their last. A beautiful mix of lace, neutrals with a bold splash of red. I am very fond of the beiege lace dress with the red body suit worn underneath, ok so it may not be super practical but you have to admit it is as cute as hell.

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