Found this stunning tailored wool, silk and cotton suit by independent womenswear designer
read moreNatural fibres edit: linen. It’s a strong, natural and biodegradable fibre derived from the flax plant stem. It was once considered the most sustainable fibre (pest resistant, drought-tolerant, fast-growing). Linen can be incredibly soft, breathable, moisture wicking and ages beautifully (whether it be a crisp shirt, dress, luxurious bedding or tablecloth). Linen creases easily. If…
read moreAustralian-born Hollywood costume designer Orry-Kelly designed this silk and sequin dress for Marilyn Monroe in Some Like It Hot. Considered racy in 1959, the heart shaped embroidery on the derriere - and other sequins - were set in skin-tone silk to give an impression of nudity. Apparently the censors were not impressed but the film…
read moreThis close up of an Alexander McQueen dress looks more like an aquatic rock and seaweed scene rather than chartreuse beads spilling down over a skirt of synthetic horsehair (see full length shot). His couture technique was truly amazing.
read moreOnly three of these naval-style wool jackets decorated with metallic braids were made by McQueen. The Dante Collection (1996-97) was inspired by the 14th century poet Dante Alighieri. Stunning! The McQueen exhibition at NGV ends this Saturday!
read moreChanel is known for its exquisite garments and embellishments. Less is known how we care for them by hand. To protect the integrity of these delicate buttons - they were removed prior to cleaning and reattached afterwards. Ready for the next outing!
read moreA departure from McQueen’s well known corseted Victorian silhouette, this stunning voluminous gold coat is from the 2007 collection titled, ‘In Memory of Elizabeth How, Salem, 1692’. To create this look for the silk and
read moreFrom McQueen’s Plato’s Atlantis collection, this stingray leather jacket (check out the stitching) was inspired by scuba diving wetsuit. The ruffle at the back is sublime.
read moreWashing your silk scarf will result in loss of body and lustre, shrinking of threads and warping of weave. Shame! Dry
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