womenswear
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Trendwatch: Vans x Disney colab
Read more: Trendwatch: Vans x Disney colabThey’ve been an iconic brand for many years and everyone grew up with the cool skater street shoe but now they have got waaay cuter, with the release of a colab between Disney and Vans. Much-loved Disney characters are spread across shoes, socks, caps, bags and hats. Check out the grey Mickey Mouse range and…
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moochi winter 2015 collection, ‘Parlez vous Francais?”
Read more: moochi winter 2015 collection, ‘Parlez vous Francais?”Here are our edits and top picks of the entirely gorgeous moochi winter 2015 collection called ‘Parlez vous Francais?” Their editorial shoot was even done on location, on the streets of Paris. So beautiful. Below: Corner cape ($459.99) to envelope yourself in. Wrap the scarf detail around your neck and layer over tops and dresses…
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Street style in Japan
Read more: Street style in JapanStreet style in Japan – what we saw people wearing on the streets of Japan. Above – catching the train to Harajuku, Tokyo, to Takeshita Street, below. The backpacks trend was strong on the sidewalks of Tokyo. Hats, bare ankles with trainers. Also – this loose shirt dress trend was everywhere. Ultra-bright trainers were everywhere…
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SHOWcase 2015 puts Wellington creativity and fashion on show
Read more: SHOWcase 2015 puts Wellington creativity and fashion on showOn May the 2nd, I attended SHOWcase 2015 – the launch for SHOW – a collaborative approach showcasing (hence the title) all dimensions of Wellington creative design such as fashion, interior, art, textiles. SHOW strives to merge these creative industries with community, lifestyle and designer collaborations. It all started with the mysterious invitation which only…
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JAPAN in May 2015 – highlights from my Instagram
Read more: JAPAN in May 2015 – highlights from my InstagramJAPAN in May 2015 – highlights in photos from my Instagram feed as I travelled the country in their Spring from New Zealand, over to Kyoto up to Hokkaido and back down by bullet train to Tokyo. Intro image: making tea in Hakodate ryokan inn. My Japanese breakfast this morning! Oishii. Beautiful dolls on display…
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INDUSTRY NEWS: May 2015
Read more: INDUSTRY NEWS: May 2015Here’s our latest INDUSTRY NEWS column with what’s new in fashion and beauty for May 2015. Kelly Thompson and Andrew Archer launch UNA UNA is a visual creative studio founded by New Zealand-born, now Melbourne-based illustrator Kelly Thompson and Andrew Archer. “After over 20 years cumulative experience working as freelance artists and art directors UNA grew from the desire…
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Fashion haul: IZABEL.com
Read more: Fashion haul: IZABEL.comIn this latest fashion haul post I feature a label I have just recently come across: IZABEL.com, who have just lately started shipping to Australia and New Zealand. It’s a UK-based online shopping site with reasonably-priced clothing for day-to-day fashion as well as party gear and also plus-sizes. They’re strong in prints and knits and…
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We love Alohas Sandals: ethically-made sustainable footwear
Read more: We love Alohas Sandals: ethically-made sustainable footwearWe love Alohas Sandals: ethically-made sustainable footwear that is good for the planet and looks as good as they feel on. Alohas Sandals are handcrafted in Spain, with the highest leather materials for the top part and recycled car tyres for the sole. They are stylish, comfortable and most importantly, sustainably and ethically made. Aloha sandals have featured…
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NZ designer Lucilla Gray launches online store
Read more: NZ designer Lucilla Gray launches online storeWe thought talented young New Zealand fashion designer Lucilla Gray was a big name to watch and so we’re delighted that this week she launches her new online store. Thread covered her graduate collection and she is now launching her label’s online store at lucillagray.com enabling fashion fans worldwide to shop for her original and creative designs.…
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Casting for Curves – Sera Lilly Curve Model Search
Read more: Casting for Curves – Sera Lilly Curve Model SearchThought about becoming a model for fashion in the larger sizes? Sera Lilly Curve, a New Zealand plus size label backed by Pagani and designed by the Fat 2 Fit and former bridal wear designer Sera Lilly, is launching a model search. The soon-to-launch fashion label seeking five women to feature in their campaign shoot.…