“Budget secrets those fat cats don’t want you to know…” – T. Grimshaw

“How to stick it Wall Street” – W.B Kershaw

“Healthy weight = Healthy savings” – S. Colaluca

Do you remember when you were a struggling student who took out multiple loans, saved every penny and stayed home on the weekends to prepare for the launch of your line?

The day an independent stockist rang you and said they would LOVE to have your first collection in store…

That afternoon you made it to the PRESS as you excitedly flicked through the magazine…

Remember the feeling when you sat down with the buyers from David Jones & Myer. Do you remember the joy and elation you felt when they said you were going to be in EVERY store across Australia?

The success was addictive. You thought you would CAPITALISE on your venture.

You introduced a children’s line. Your quality stitching, sewing and designs for one eighth of the price. Genius you thought. Amazing!

But you didn’t count one thing into your cost…

The Fashion Rebel Rules

Leona Edmiston skirt = $50       Knowing you saved over $400 = PRICELESS.

Fashion Rebel presents an exclusive 3-part feature this month.

Introducing your RMIT Bachelor of Design (Fashion) Students…

… would you please welcome Grace Lee.

Embarking on a journey of exploration, development and growth, Grace Lee has proven herself as a reputable designer as graduation day approaches. With an unwavering desire to fight pressures and expectations within the fashion industry, she has shown that her ethos is both impressive and independent from her peers.

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http://www.ellisonthelabel.com/

If you’re interested in stocking Ellison click HERE

An assiduous love of fashion led Melbourne-designer Felicity Ellison on an unforgettable journey through New York City. Ellison’s ambition to make the transition from Product Development Student to Fashion Designer was reinforced following a semester abroad at The Fashion Institute of Technology in 2009.

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104a Lygon Street, Brunswick East

Ph (03) 9077 7124

Boyfriend/Husband Seating: Ample

http://gyegi.com/

1. How to create a tranquil, progressive and calming atmosphere?

Refer to Figure A. Gyegi (Translation) Momentum, opportunity and chance.

A cultural journey into the world of patterned, playful and eclectic fashions straight from the quirky streets of Korea. Gyegi offers a unique approach to affordable, everyday dressing. A vibrant collection of colourful dresses, standout accessories and adaptable casual wear, set to withstand any trend season.

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My new camera stops working.

My car breaks down on a busy clearway

And someone very close to me is in a lot of pain..

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Shaken or stirred?

The question dating back half a century, to a much simpler time.   

Temptation, celebration and recuperation. Stress, anxieties and drama. 

Nowadays, it seems everyone is managing these issues with a nice, stiff drink.

Whether it be a hard day steering the ship

A work out at the gym

A work out at home

A tough day at the office

Or even after a good stretch

A shift in priorities can evoke a new sense of responsibility and a major revaluation of social commitments.

For quite some time now, I have struggled to find a balance. Sleeping no later than midnight on a Saturday evening and trading party dresses for pyjamas.

A routine that I have become accustomed to, I was beginning to think nothing would get me out of my Nana-like lifestyle.

Searching for answers, I turned to the good book, the book with all the answers, the book that showed me the way.

A book that excites every sense lifting readers to the “exotic realms of fantasy, tempting and excitingly eccentric, they invite you to escape to a rainbow brilliant world”.  H. Spence 1982

The questioned remained – How do I combine a love of fine literature, high fashion, photography, styling and alcohol all in one?

Within the first page, the words read like a sermon “You will need…To Serve… To Measure… To Blend“ 

Let us all tilt our glasses and say thanks to Mrs. Spence and her wonderful team of stylists for providing us with hours of in-house entertainment and amazing recipes.

Enjoy, indulge and drink responsibility!

 Swapping the text books and scrubs for glossy magazines, Cecylia Kee has successfully made the transformation from full-time veterinarian to fashion merchant. Owner and manager of Armadale’s only boutique that serves up chocolately cupcakes and designer threads, Cecylia is the envy of every fashionista as she begins plans for her next trip to Paris Fashion Week.

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2/160 Greville Street, Prahran

Ph 03 9510 0400

Boyfriend/Husband Seating: Ample

www.kingsofcarnaby.com

A contemporary twist on retro style clothing, Kings of Carnaby’s Greville Street store emanates a young, fresh and inviting vibe that dares to push conventional boundaries. Inspired by the life  of 1960’s fashion icon John Stephen, the designs pay homage to the man who fronted the symbolic mod and peacock eras.  An exciting assortment of tailored jackets, plaid shirts and bold cuts that ideally caters to male shoppers with an eye for style.

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