I’ve had an interesting morning to say the least. I’m generally a positive, motivated person, but occasionally I drop my guard and get a little disheartened by people’s attitudes.
“Can you please invite your fans to join the Fashion Rebel Facebook group?” The only request I have from my clients, a small ask out of their busy day in return for my writing, styling, photography and advertising services.
Sharday Orbach’s journey into the fashion industry began four years ago when the bright eyed 18 year old launched her playful clothing line ‘Sharday Clothing’. Having enjoyed small success, now at 22, Sharday has traded her seamstress, pattern maker and marketing executive responsibilities to pursue other avenues within the industry. Swapping the needle and thread for pen paper, Sharday is busy keeping up with university deadlines while sharing her love of fashion with the online world.
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Working with Polina Griffith on the clip to her track ‘Confused’ was an amazing experience. (I’m in the gold to Polina’s right)
I really believe in the power of music and dance. Her sound is so unique and becoming.
My only concern was that Polina went with the animal patterned tights, black silk top, aqua boob tube and thin white belt. If and when Polina tours in Australia, I would be HONORED to style her. She truly is an inspiration to all Russian/Kazakh peoples.
Petition to bring POLINA GRIFFITH to Australia!
The AFL Syndrome
Symptoms May Include:
Poorly designed t-shirts and offensive ad campaigns
Causes:
Never being told ‘NO’ and A coke fuelled night in South America, leading to an epiphany that you’re a talented fashion designer.
Self Diagnosis
Are you wearing a brightly coloured tee with slogans that make no sense? What is “space is the place, rebel yell and dirty habit”?
Are you writing your name with your urine on the wall, are you looking down at your Kate Moss smoking tee thinking ‘hasn’t this already been done 1000 times?’ If the answer is YES, then you need immediate treatment.
Photograph: NOT COOL
These words best describe the thoughts that came to mind when flicking through the weekend edition of ‘The Herald Sun’ and ‘The Age Sunday Magazines’. I understand from a public relations standpoint that when a designer wants their pieces featured in a major publication, they send the editors clothing samples, product pitches and bombard them with hundreds of phone calls until they utter the word ‘yes’.
But, when did it become acceptable to do an A4 feature on denim on denim as I quote… ‘The Look’ and ‘Making a Comeback this Season’?
If we break it down, essentially what Thelma McQuillan’s promoting is for women to take a step backwards, put aside their eye for quality fabrics, patterns and stitching and instead wear…Faded denim jeans, a denim jacket, a bandanna, sneakers and a peach pillowcase for a bag.
Just imagine a sea of women walking around the streets of Melbourne in distressed jeans, Converse and Adidas t-shirts? Let’s just hope this is one trend doesn’t take off.
Sunday Life Magazine, Herald Sun 6/6/10
Now, as for Ms Rachel Wells… Since when was it okay to encourage women to dress up like ballerinas in tutu’s that cost $895?
The Sunday Age Fashion 6/6/10
What message were they trying to convey when selecting the image of the model in an asymmetrical, sparkly leotard and skirt. What’s worse is that she is holding a bunch of fresh Oriental lilies? Why?
Oh and as for Isabelle Lucas, she is notorious for topping the WORST DRESSED list. Let’s not get styling advice from her.
In conclusion, please do not post features that will hamper the progression of ladies dressing appropriately and stylish, for their bodies and age. There is nothing elegant about wearing tulle miniskirts and denim on denim unless you’re a ballerina or a motorcyclist.
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As Melburnians battle the icy winds, wet nights and bitter cold months, let us spare a thought for Port Douglas designer, Karlie Jay. As she braves the 27 degree heat, the art of layering, black upon black and toasty fur coats are nowhere to be seen in this tropical town.
Fluid, breezy and vibrant pieces, inspired by the warm weather and laid back surroundings colourfully fill the streets. Karlie Jay is determined to put Far North Queensland on the fashion map with the rise and popularity of her designs.
