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Text: Adriana Giuffrida Images: Self Titled
Tulia Wilson cemented her feet firmly into the fashion industry through stints at Zambesi and Ksubi. Now she has branched out to create her own label, Self Titled. March marks the debut of Self Titled, and the collection brings a refreshing element of effortless chic. Using luxurious fabrics and textures, clean lines and a fantastic eye for structural detail, Tulia brings us pieces that will remain in the wardrobe for years. Adriana Giuffrida speaks with Tulia about her creative past, the present and the future of Self Titled. Continue Reading…
Text: Alice Cavanagh Images: Vanishing Elephant
It’s just shy of two years since they started, but it would be fair to say that the boys behind Sydney based menswear label Vanishing Elephant, have assisted with the much needed return to gentlemanly style that has infiltrated today’s fashion. Their signature aesthetic is one of classic tailoring and simple styling, creating a refreshing alternative to the distressed denim and fluoro colour blocks that have been rocked by every Tom, Dick and Harry for far too long. And for Felix Chan, Arran Russell and Huw Bennet this is only the beginning. Continue reading…
Text: Caroline Clements Images: Dallas and Carlos
If you think there’s something fishy about Dallas and Carlos, you’re right. Lucky for these two beach babes, the kind of fish they are pedaling is a little more glamourous than the average fishmonger, at least it looks that way. Caroline Clements talks to the accessorising ladies of Dallas and Carlos about eco-friendly fish skin from Brazil coupled with golden bling, and why Kanye West is so influential. Continue reading…
Text: Adriana Giuffrida Images: Therese Rawsthorne & Tristan Ceddia
I wouldn’t be lying if I told you that I am quite a girly-girl. I like painting my nails, and getting flowers, and I especially like Therese Rawsthorne’s clothes. Each season I am captivated by her soft colour palettes, mixed with sharp tailoring and sneaky details that are subtle and sexy. I especially love that her clothes are about strong women, created for strong women, but not ignoring the fact that we all have a sensitive side. I was lucky enough to visit Therese’s Sydney studio, and have a talk with her about where her current inspiration is coming from, and who she designs her clothes for. Continue reading…
Text: Adriana Giuffrida Images: Therese Rawsthorne & Tristan Ceddia
I wouldn’t be lying if I told you that I am quite a girly-girl. I like painting my nails, and getting flowers, and I especially like Therese Rawsthorne’s clothes. Each season I am captivated by her soft colour palettes, mixed with sharp tailoring and sneaky details that are subtle and sexy. I especially love that her clothes are about strong women, created for strong women, but not ignoring the fact that we all have a sensitive side. I was lucky enough to visit Therese’s Sydney studio, and have a talk with her about where her current inspiration is coming from, and who she designs her clothes for. Continue reading…
Text & Images: Kashi Mai Somers
Earlier this year Matthew Hurst started The Humble Vintage, Melbourne’s special vintage bike hire. Six months on he can use Creative Suite, dink two bikes at a time and can appreciate the natural benefits of biking around even more. Kashi Mai Somers rode his special café’s route and chatted with him along the way, finding out how these sweet bikes are better than their mountain cousins and which ‘culture’ is important to Matt. Continue reading…
Text Adriana Giuffrida Images: TV
For the past few years people have been watching TV develop their finely tuned approach to fashion design. With each season they capture us with their imaginative and wearable pieces, and their ability to create collections with a focus on different textiles that capture our attention. Ingrid Verner and Monika Tywanek have their formula on lock down, and compliment each others strengths within these areas, and together they make a formidable team. TV’s current collection Army Dreamers saw the inclusion of perforated textiles, a rich colour palette and moody prints, making their avante-garde clothing accessible to all who want to get their hands on clever maxi dresses, bike shorts and mustard denim jackets. Adriana Giuffrida speaks to one half of the team Ingrid Verner on the inspiration behind Army Dreamers and the importance of creating these ideas in Australia. Continue reading…
Text: Tristan Ceddia Images: Franks
Whilst visiting New York a few months back, my girlfriend stumbled across these great swim shorts called Franks. While she neglected to return with a pair, she directed me to the Opening Ceremony website, where I could view them online. Drawn in by the simple design of Franks shorts and their great yardages, I decided I needed a pair for summer. After Google failed to grant me any more information on the brand, I got a friend visiting the States to pick me up a pair. To my surprise, Franks ended up to be a local label from Melbourne and stocked all around Australia. Knocking on summers door, I visited Franks founder Tim Garbis and art director Patrick Crea to find out more about the brand. Continue reading…
Text: Gabriel Knowles Images: Asuza
They say if you need something done you should ask a busy person. If that’s the case then the men behind Asuza are worth asking if the need arises. Not content with holding down full time jobs of some repute, or playing and recording albums with their respective bands, Jonny Goldcoast and Dan Preston decided the time was right to enter the men’s fashion game with their special brand of retro futurism. With a dedication to combining the best of now, then and what we haven’t even seen yet – stealthy designs coupled with classic craftsmanship that focuses on the finishing touches – Asuza are breaking to mould. Gabriel Knowles catches up with the Asuza crew to find out more about their philosophy. Continue reading…
Text: Adriana Giuffrida Images: Karla Spetic
Everyone knows that lIfe changes constantly, sometimes these changes are scary, and sometimes they can be extremely exciting. For Karla Spetic, her life changes involved a new country and new lifestyle which have helped shape her concepts. Her debut collection at RAFW 2008 caused everyone to look twice at the details within her garments and the care taken with each piece. This year, her collection Blossoms Will Run Away, saw the addition of beautiful nostalgic swimwear, stunning photo floral prints and scalloped tailored detailing – allowing you to be as feminine, structured, whimsical or powerful as you want to be. Adriana Giuffrida takes a moment to ask Karla how the changes in her life have influenced her design process, and proves that home is always where the heart is. Continue reading…
