Category: Lifestyle

Launched: 2017 Melbourne Cup Carnival!

Get set for a racing, fashion and food extravaganza!

The 2017 Melbourne Cup Carnival kicked off in fabulous style at The Park, Flemington Racecourse today.

Hosted by Channel 7’s Jason Richardson and Myer Ambassador and Channel 7’s Rachael Finch, the launch event introduced guests to key racing identities, fashion experts and the finest food offerings to over the Melbourne Cup Carnival.

Victoria Racing Club (VRC) Chairman Amanda Elliott said the four-day Melbourne Cup Carnival will showcase the very best of Melbourne.

 “This unique week in our great city brings the best of racing, fashion, food, wine and entertainment to the attention of the world, and showcases Victoria like nothing else can.

 “The Melbourne Cup Carnival juggernaut will roll on in 2017 as racegoers are treated to a week of wonder at Flemington, and Melbourne’s pulse quickens every day in anticipation of the great week,” said Mrs Elliott.

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To get a taste of what is ready to roll, guests enjoyed the delights at Bar Schweppes and the Flemingo Croquet Lawn, hung out with Nova in The Park, experienced virtual reality racing at TAB, and had glamour touch ups at the COSMOPOLITAN Glam Pit. 

There was plenty of delicious discoveries on offer from 400 Gradi, 8bit, Dexter, Hector’s Deli, Rice Paper Scissors and Zero Gradi, with thirst quenching showcases by Lavazza, James Squire, James Boag, Absolut, A’Tivo (pictured), Schwepps, Wolf Blass, and The Pony Bar.  

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This year, menswear gains a bigger spotlight! As the Myer Fashions on the Field competitions will be held over two days for the Men. For the ladies, get your looks ready as there will be three days of Women’s competition, the Designer award and the Millinery award, as well as the Emirates Stakes Day Fashions on the Field competition. All together in to win a massive prize pool valued at more than $340,000.

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The Melbourne Cup Carnival begins on Saturday 4 November with AAMI Victoria Derby Day, and continues with Emirates Melbourne Cup Day onTuesday 7 November, Kennedy Oaks Day on Thursday 9 November and concludes with Emirates Stakes Day on Saturday 11 November.

Tickets are available for purchase from Flinders Street, Southern Cross and North Melbourne train stations or buy online from www.flemington.com.au

Imagery: Craig Lawson/Mr Fashion Man

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Get your glow on!

Night time has been lit up in Stonnington with the Glow Winter Arts Festival on now.

In its fourth year, this festival of light is a showcase of the thriving local arts and culture scene. It’s a perfect excuse to get out of the house, roam around and take some cool snaps. Mix in some yummy cocktails at your favourite bar along the way and you have a great night out.

Let’s take a look at my pics!

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Chapel Street

I went for an adventure on Friday to take all in, I really enjoy this event as it makes for great social media images and stories.

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Chapel Street

There is plenty to see and I didn’t make it around everything. My favourite was Alice’s Garden by Mandylights in Central Park, set around a cute little water fountain. This made for a fun space to explore with giant flowers and mushrooms that flicker in rainbow colours.

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Alice’s Garden in Central Park

20819696_1576253769075411_4273549685400853248_oIt was like a huge flowerbed had come to life, except luckily enough just not as scary as Little Shop Of Horrors. It made for a trippy experience when at random moments music breaks out and everything changes colour in quick succession.20776787_1576257372408384_7510149253612967992_o20776443_1576253212408800_841738018137373220_o

On now 10 – 20 August, 6 – 10pm.

Plan your night here: www.glowfestival.com.au

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Melbourne Graffiti

I love going on mini adventures and discovering new graffiti! Especially has Melbourne has a very lively street art scene. This one I snapped on Chapel Street, Windsor and it caught my eye for it’s bold and fierce design. Not sure of the artist but if I find out will let you know.

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Buckle up – let’s go for a ride!

Hold on tight, I’m in the driver’s seat and of course you’re guaranteed a fashion fix. We’re going for a spin through Bill Richardson Transport World in Invercargill, New Zealand!
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It opened in 2015 and is the largest private automotive museum of its type in the world. First up, I’m not a car fan – not one bit, I don’t even own one. I enjoy a modern inner city Melbourne lifestyle of catching Uber and Public Transport.

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One of the sheds on display.

So, I was actually quite surprised how much I enjoyed visiting Transport World that I had to report and snap my experience. Plus, there was some over-the-top and fabulous fashion on display!

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An entire level was dedicated to Southland’s FibreOctave Wearable Art and Musical Extravaganza. The designs on display are handcrafted from new, recycled, reinvented and couture materials.  FibreOctave is an annual spectacle of colour and creativity with the next event on 9 June 2017.

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Now back to the cars, the collection was massive, to be honest I was expecting a room full of maybe 30 cars. But far out, there were sheds (as they call them) full of so many styles. What really caught my eye was the immaculate condition of these vehicles, it made for a slick automobile history lesson.

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It’s an impressive collection with hundreds of motor vehicles and petrol pumps on display throughout the 15,000 square metres. It was the quirky details that really made this a visit worthwhile as even the toilets were on theme with mini petrol pumps as taps for some of the wash basins.

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The retro Kombi section was my favourite that made me want to grab some friends, hit the highway and go on a crazy road trip!

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Absolutely worth a visit!

More details:
www.transportworld.co.nz
www.fibreoctave.co.nz

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Get set for a big weekend of style!

The VAMFF Fashion Weekend In Stonnington is ready for stylish take-off!

We’re set for a massive showcase of style as the VAMFF Fashion Weekend In Stonnington kicks off 4/5 March 2017. There will be High Teas, Runway Shows and more than 30 Fashion Boutiques offering in store events and promotions. You have been warned events are selling out so get in quick – let’s take a look at some highlights…

Villique Boutique, Toorak Village.

Toorak Village’s leading fashion destination will be hosting a New Season Launch with bubbles and delicious treats in store on Sat 4 March. Join them to unveil all the new trends of Autumn/Winter 2017. 468 Toorak Rd, Toorak. Fabulous free event!

Zachary The Label, Chapel Street.

Zachary The Label will be leading the charge for the Weekend Fashion Runway at Malvern Town Hall on Sun 5 March. Their designs are in hot demand around the world , Kristin Cavallari, pictured, snapped in a gown on the red carpet at the 2017 Oscars. Tickets are about to sell out: https://vamff.com.au/event/fashion-weekend-runway/

Sagra Gallerery, Malvern.

Artist Market! Sagra Gallery will be hosting this wonderful cultural event. Wares for sale include a broad range of original and recycled vintage clothes, scarves and jewellery. In addition various stalls will have a great selection of artworks both original and reproduced for sale. Sat 4 March, 10am – 3pm. 256 Glenferrie Road, Malvern.

Ryder, Armadale.

Meet and Greet! Leading fashion label RYDER will be offering a meet and greet with Design Director Penny Brown. She will be available for personal styling on Sat 4 Mar between 12pm-3pm. There will also be a free gift with purchase and refreshments served all weekend. 1073 High St, Armadale. Official Fashion Weekend In Stonnington Free Event.

For the guys: M.J.Bale rocking the new season looks.

Menswear alert! Throughout the Fashion Weekend shop the new season looks at M.J. Bale. 574A Chapel Street!

Fashion tips not to be missed. DIIDA, Chapel Street.

Attend a champagne shopping and styling session with DIIDA Designs founder and creative director Dimitria Papafotiou. Sat 4 March, 4pm – 6pm. 583 Chapel Street, South Yarra.

Head to the VAMFF website for all the info: www.vamff.com.au/event/fashion-weekend-runway/

I’ll be the roving report on the scene, for all my updates head to the Facebook Event page: www.facebook.com/events/1678542622439094/

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Australian Fashion Film Awards

A glamorous crowd gathered to celebrate the Australian Fashion Film Awards 2016 at ACMI on Monday 13 December. The prestigious event attracts top filmmakers, VIPs and industry guests. It’s a showcase of the top creative works by independent and commercial filmmakers in the fashion and film industry.

AFFA founder Anastasia Fai says “AFFA aims to build a profile for creatives in the film industry, both nationally and globally. The profuse response we have received from fellow creatives and industry guests proves that fashion film is ever evolving and is only getting bigger.”

Let’s take a look at the winners on the night!

Best Emerging Label – Squeak Design – ‘How to Pocket Square’

Best International Fashion Film – Christian Larson (Cartier) – ‘Paris Nouvelle Vague’

Best Hair & Makeup – D aren Borthwick & Peter Beard – ‘Three Women Arrive’

Best Fashion Styling – Tom Craig (Gucci for Net-a-Porter) – ‘Gucci for Net-a-Porter’

Best Sound Design or Music – Radge Ratasphong and Charlie O’Brien (Sass and Bide) – ‘Amante Amore’

Best Visual Effects – The Woolmark Company – ‘The Innovator’

People’s Choice – ‘ Love Yourself’ by Lucas Jatoba for Macquarie Centre

Best Concept – Ace Norton (Garrett Leight) – ‘Synchronicity’

Best Director – Ariel Kleiman (Paspaley) – ‘Behind the Lens’

Best Australian Fashion Film – R adge Ratasphong (Sass and Bide) – ‘Amante Amore’

Having a laugh on the red carpet with Actress Carla Bonner, Mr Fashion Man aka Craig Lawson and Getaway TV Presenter Catriona Rowntree!

For more action shots from the night, head to my Facebook page here: http://alturl.com/ppban

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Intimate David Hicks Book Launch

A fabulous crowd gathered in Toorak for the launch of multi-award winning Interior Designer David Hicks’ first book. Titled Intimate, it’s a beautiful showcase of his modern luxury style. Let’s take a look at the glamorous action from last night!

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Melbourne Cup Action 2016

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The bold and beautiful came out to play on Melbourne Cup day! This is one of my favourite days in Victoria as I love how everyone gets dressed up in colourful style and heads along for a good time. The atmosphere is always festive, fun and friendly. In racing news, Almandin secured a narrow victory, awarding owner Lloyd Williams a record fifth win in the $6.2 million dollar race. Almost 100,000 people where at Flemington Racecourse for the race that stops the nation, I was on the scene to capture all the fabulous action, let’s take a look…

IMG_0237Eddie Perfect & his wife Lucy Cochran in the Mumm Champagne Marquee.
Casey, Sarah & Merrick in the Fox FM Marquee!
Loving the colours ladies! Claire Goldiworthy & Clare Rutledge.
Joel Creasey & Michael O’Donnell in the Sensis Marquee.
Shaun Birley rocking it in the G.H.Mumm Champagne Marquee!
Gorgeous Tammy-Christina aka W by White Wolfe.
The gorgeous Havana Brown and I in the Sensis Marquee!
Havana Brown rocked the house in the Sensis Marquee!
Models Atty & Sam.
YUM! Pinot Noir sorbet in the Wolf Blass Marquee!
Maddy, Nick, Liz & Grace.
Saasha, Sam & Carly!
DJ Grant Smillie & friends in the Sensis Marquee.
Fashion Designer Jason Grech & Travis James.
Pool party in the G.H.Mumm Champagne Marquee!

The Melbourne Cup Carnival continues with Crown Oaks Day on Thursday 3 November and concludes with Emirates Stakes Day on Saturday 5 November.

Tickets are still available for purchase from Flinders Street, Southern Cross and North Melbourne train stations or racegoers can buy online from Ticketek.

Race across for more details here: www.flemington.com.au

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