Senior M.A.C. Artist Nicole Thompson recently told me that, along with how to do a nude lip, the question she is most frequently asked is how to create the perfect smoky eye. Since the look pops in and out of fashion frequently we really have no excuses to not know how to do the [...]
Behind the Scenes Photoshoot with Miss Lyndel Yeo
Usually on a fashion photoshoot models and photographers pray for gorgeous weather and smooth sailing. Not so when it comes to this recent shoot involving local label Miss Lyndel Yeo where all things dark and stormy were wished for. The ever-present blue skies may have been something of a curse but what else could you [...]
Forever New Pop Up Runway Show
It probably seemed like a good idea at the time. It was a beautiful cloudless day and the blow-up dressing room with currently empty runway had attracted a crowd of a couple hundred people. A gaggle of suited men hovered at the base, congratulating themselves. Unfortunately the lack of clouds had pumped up the temperature [...]
Circa Nocturna Alternative Fashion Parade 2009
For those who don’t know, Circa Nocturna is a chance for small local designers of alternative and gothic clothing to showcase their work. It’s a fascinating display of outfits inspired by classic Victorian formal wear, corsetry, fantasy, fetish and eccentricity, all set to the picturesque back drop of the old Fitzroy town hall. One but [...]
Bettina Liano A/W ‘09 Preview
Bettina Liano has done it yet again, recently launching her Autumn/Winter 2009 Collection – ‘Gothic Romance’. Featuring delicate lace, sexy corseted tops, and plenty of leather, Liano has created a range to suit fashionistas of all style inclinations.
Liano’s famous Ace jeans feature heavily throughout the latest line, but it is her preppy versus romantic-goth style [...]
Alternative Modelling Agency & Koukei Launch Party
Friday night saw the launch of a fantastic new concept in the world of fashion modelling. The Alternative Modelling Agency, in association with Koukei Photography Studios and photographer Peter Coulson held a lavish launch party where glamour was slinking around every not so dark corner.
What makes The Alternative Modelling Agency so unique is that they [...]
