This 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 moreAs Sydney celebrates Mardi Gras, thought it appropriate to share this satin and silk tulle outfit, designed by UK designer Richard Quinn. You see, it references the embellished costumes of (royal) queens with its striking sillhouette, glass beads, faux pearls and diamonds.
read moreWe all need a pop of colour this week! Over 200 metres of ruffled polyester organza was used to make this dramatic outfit by Japanese costume designer Tomo Koizumi.
read moreReturning a wedding dress to the studio of iconic Melbourne designer,
read moreLoved the Iris Apfel movie. There is someting no-nonsense and professional about her approach to fashion. I like how she succumbed to her creativity and also understood the reality of business to support it.
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