Tag: Man on the Scene

Killer Lineup: GQ Menswear Fashion Runway

M.J. Bale set to rock the runway on Friday night!

By Laura Rushworth

It’s all about the BOYS! The GQ Menswear Fashion Runway has a killer designer lineup ready to rock the Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival on Friday 17 March 2017. This runway will showcase a range of menswear that is set to impress including labels; Dom Bagnato, M.J. Bale, Arthur Galan AG, Calibre, Aquila AMXANDER, Jack London and Autonomy.

Aquila stepping up the style game!

M.J. Bale will feature their 2017 Autumn collection, presenting their vision by correlating the past with the present, drawing inspiration from an era of hardship regarded as the ‘Golden Age of Elegance’ the 1930’s, mixed with the modern chic style of today.

Calibre is a pioneer in Australia’s fashion landscape and will bring impeccable style and taste to the Runway displaying the perfect autumn look for the perfect gentlemen.

Jack London will be delivering their winter collection.

Jack London will be showcasing their signature looks inspired by the British and European Mod Rocker scene of the 1960’s, with their classic tailoring being a synonymous element to the brand.

This evolutionary Fashion Runway will be the largest menswear designer line-up yet,with the freshest looks and trends to be shown off to the public eye. This night is also a celebration for the designers that will take you on a journey of suave fashion created to suit all occasions.

Cutting edge style by Calibre.

Followed by the GQ Menswear After Party at Spice Market, this is a night for the style seekers.

Purchase tickets here: www.vamff.com.au/event/gq-australia-menswear-runway/

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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

Michael Klim & Angel Menz.

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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The stylish fun at Derby Day 2016

The fabulous Megan Gale!

The sun was shining and Derby Day kicked off the Melbourne Cup Carnival in fabulous style. Dress code is the slick combination of black and white. Over 90,000 people in attendance joined in the festive spirit of the day. I was on the scene to capture all the stylish action, let’s take a look…

Looking gorgeous! From the left; Kylie Brown, Nadia Bartel & Chantel O’Neil.
Very sharp! David Thorno & Andrew Rochford.
What a view! Emirates Marquee!
Celebrity chef Curtis Stone chatting to the media in the Emirates Marquee.
Artist David Bromley joined singer- songwriter Brian Cadd for a live performance in the Wolf Blass Marquee.
Dancing up a storm is Alice Zaslavsky aka Alice in Frames in the Wolf Blass Marquee.
What a day! Beautiful view from the Wolf Blass Marquee!
What an entrance! The gorgeous Kate Peck drove into the Birdcage on a motorcycle, then stood for photos with Dider Cohen
Kate Peck & Dider Cohen get the party started in the G.H.Mumm Champagne Marquee!
Very stylish couple!
I’m snapped blowing kisses with the gorgeous singer Samantha Jade!
Derby Day Myer Fashions on the Field winner Gunita Kenina!
Divine! Poached chicken in the Wolf Blass Marquee!
Celebrity DJ Alex Dimitriades rocking the decks in the Sensis Marquee!
Gents in the Sensis Marquee. Paul Juchima /No Paparazzi Man on right.
Stand out style! Olympia Valance.
Gorgeous! On the right, The Bachelor 2016 runner-up Nikki Gogan with her sister Dani Gogan.
Stylish gents outside the Lexus Marquee.
Edgy! Client Liaison brought their Indie Pop vibe to the Sensis Marquee.

The Melbourne Cup Carnival continues with Emirates Melbourne Cup Day on Tuesday 1 November, 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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First look inside the Birdcage 2016

The fabulous Samantha Jade set to belt out another hit in the Sensis Marquee!

It was glamorous! The media were invited to attend the official unveiling of Flemington’s lavish Birdcage Enclosure today. This iconic precinct is the playground of celebrities and society high-flyers during the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Invitations are always the hottest tickets in town.

I was there to capture all the fashionable action, let’s take a look at how it all went down…

Stunning! The Wolf Blass Marquee curated by artist David Bromley.
The Bar curated by artist David Bromley in the Wolf Blass Marquee.
The gorgeous Bec Hewitt in the Italian themed Lavazza Marquee!
Loved the Milan themed Lavazza Marquee!
Almost too good to eat! Edible garden by Burch and Purchese Sweet Studio in the Tabcorp Marquee!
Mumm Champagne always put on a great show in their Marquee!
Mumm Champagne turned up the heat in their Marquee!
The divine cocktails in the Lexus Marquee, called Hello Kitty Sours with Lycee Liquor, Vodka, Pomegranate Syrup & Lemon Juice.
Always on trend! The fabulous setting in the Myer Marquee!
Delicious! Cheese board in the Myer Marquee!

The Melbourne Cup Carnival begins on Saturday 29 October with AAMI Victoria Derby Day, and continues with Emirates Melbourne Cup Day on Tuesday 1 November, 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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Let the fun begin

Rachel Griffiths & Rachael Finch looking glamorous!

The stars were out to play at the Melbourne Cup Carnival 2016 launch yesterday! The fabulous event was also the unveiling of Flemington’s new entertainment precinct The Park.

Looking beautiful both Rachel Griffiths and Rachael Finch held the glorious Melbourne Cup as attendees arrived. The event continued with a stage presentation, speeches and a fashion showcase of the latest fashion trends.

Main stage fashion showcase!

This new fashionable precinct was remarkable with so much to offer in its lovely grassy field of flirty entertainment. I was super impressed with the design and offerings at The Park, it lifts the Melbourne Cup Carnival to a new stylish level.

Plenty of fashion inspiration for the Melb Cup Carnival!
The yummy cocktails at The Park, called Flemington Fling with Absolut Vodka, Agrum, Mint & Lime!
Hello delicious! Gelato Messina will be available at The Park!

Highlights on offer included; James Boag’s Premium Bar, Lavazza coffee, L’Oréal Paris Powder Room, Cocktail Caravan Park by Pernod Ricard, Schweppes mixologists, TAB “We Love A Bet” karaoke, Yellowglen Terrace, Primo Deli, and tasty treats from some of Melbourne’s hottest restaurants and culinary destinations including Hanoi Hannah and Saigon Sally, Huxtaburger, Gelato Messina, Biggie Smalls, Doughnut Time and Knafeh.

 

Selfie with the Stilt Dancers!
Head to the L’Oreal make up room so you can keep on looking fabulous all day long!

The Melbourne Cup Carnival begins on Saturday 29 October with AAMI Victoria Derby Day, and continues with Emirates Melbourne Cup Day on Tuesday 1 November, 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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