Painting the town red.

With its' first Australian boutique to open in Sydney next Friday, I thought it would be fitting to post about the one and only, Christian Louboutin empire. The iconic red sole is hitting our shores in less than a week and I couldn't think of a better Christmas present from Fashion Santa to give to all the good little girls and boys here in Australia.... As they say, "if the shoe fits" and boy does it fit!

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Images from Christian Louboutin Online

Rain rain go away...

I think I speak on behalf of all Brisbane-ites when I say that I am completely and utterly OVER this abysmal weather. Yes of course we love water here in the Sunshine State.. more so than any other state in Australia, but we prefer it at the beach where it meets the sand and at the local pool like Mussy or Chermy, where water slides and blow-up toys are a must. Not when it's filling up our yards and garages with all sorts of yuck. So for all those who are rapidly suffering from seasonal depression, here's a little video to keep your spirits high and fill you with some hope, that this summer will be nothing like spring!
Australia's Billabong have come up with another fun filled and toe-tapping clip, filmed on Straddy and featuring one of the freshest Brisbane models, Jess Bush (splitting image of w&k favourite, Ruby Rose) and music from Tim and Jean. If you are worried about these girls' bodies making you feel even more depressed, it's probably best that you try and focus on all the fun times that summer brings to your life instead... that might be a better idea.

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BILLABONG GIRLS SUMMER 2010 FASHION

All hail Gail.

Brisbane girl and ex-All Hallows pupil, Gail Reid has a lot to be smiling about. Not only is she one of Australia's most loved designers but she is now officially playing ball with the big kids. Her label, Gail Sorronda is now being stocked in the Dolce and Gabanna flagship store in Milan and we hear that she is a favourite amongst the European locals. She also got to sit down and chat to the 'Devil' herself, Anna Wintour about her latest collection and the story behind it... Definitely a feat to be proud of.

Here are some snaps from her recent show in Milan. Enjoy!

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Images from Gail Sorronda Blog

Wristy Business.

I'm a sucker for a great set of bangles, bracelets and watches and here is a mixture of some of the coolest, worn by fashion's elite.... Featuring my absolute favourite and no.1 item on my wish list, the Hermes Collier de Chien. Bliss.

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Images by Tommy Ton for Style.com 

Papa Sucre - Sass and Bide SS11 London Fashion Week

Images from sass and bide blog

Going to festivals to fall in love only happens in movies and at Woodford.

What's more amazing than a super music collaboration, like Mumford and Sons ft The Temper Trap at this years Splendour in the Grass??... A brother/sister meal deal, that's what. Angus and Julia Stone serenaded Brisbane this weekend over three nights at The Tivoli and I was lucky enough to experience their greatness at their Friday show. They were nothing but phenomenal, accompanied by some of America's most talented musicians and featuring an incredibly large weeping willow decorated in fairy lights (very A + J). Not only that but, Angus explained the story behind chart topping hit Big Jet Plane, saying that he wrote it about a girl who he met (and fell for) at Woodford Folk Festival, earlier this year. What makes this more amazing is that rumour has it this lucky lass hails from Brisbane... jealous or what?!?!? As he shared his story with us, which sounded more like a scene out of a Hollywood movie, the female population of the audience swooned over every word, while the boys envied his abilities to make more than 200 hearts throb all at once. All in all, Julia is a musical goddess and Angus is a beautiful being, beard and all.

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Angus and Julia Stone at The Tivoli: Big Jet Plane

Burberry RTW Spring/Summer 2011

Metallic pants, trench coats with studded shoulders and leather sleeves and an array of pop coloured purses and belts. If this doesn't yell F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S, I just don't know what will. Early this morning, Burberry closed the 2011 London Fashion Week with an absolute bang. Models were sporting leather, ruffles, studs, exotic materials and all while rocking the classic trench. Vibrant selections of colours were used throughout the collection, such as aqua, fuchsia, lime green and pastel pink, however animal prints were thrown into the mix on many of the cropped jackets and mini dresses.
Once again Christopher Bailey has given his consumers a fresh and young edge to the iconic trench coat and has teamed it with some of the most stunning cocktail dresses and pants (Ahhhh victory! I was jumping out of my skin, these pants were so cool).
The collection is a mix between biker chick and Serena Van Der Woodsen and here are some of my favourite looks from the collection, including my super favourite look from all of LFW, lime green leather jacket, citrine coloured top and leather pants. Enjoy!

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Images from Style.com

The older, the wiser.

A BIG Happy first birthday to a dear friend of walter & kitty, Brisbane Fashion Blog! Local girl Elsa Picone has set the stage for Brisbane bloggers with her effortlessly chic and always up-to date posts, this girl never misses a beat when it comes to fashion.

All the birthday love in the world goes out to you Brisbane Fashion,

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Crushin' on You: Ruby Rose

With those fresh and striking features and that super cool 'do, how could you not love Australia's most famous VJ, Ruby Rose. Since being picked to be the host of Australia's MTV, she has made a real name for herself in various fields and industries including modelling, fashion designing and acting... (I know what you're thinking and yes, Wonder Woman comes to mind). She has recently launched her debut capsule collection for Australian label and a w&k favourite, Milk and Honey. The collection includes graphic singlets and t-shirts and an assortment of denim pieces from sandblasted and ripped cut-off's to light wash jeans and with festival season just around the corner, where better to look than here. Below is a little snippet of Miss Rose's collection, enjoy!

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Milk and Honey Designed by Ruby Rose Campaign

Bring out the milk and cookies, Santa is coming to town.

There is just over 3 days till the Burberry Porsum SS2011 Show is streamed live from London Fashion Week and I feel like a 6-year-old waiting for Santa on Christmas Eve!! The extent of my excitement cannot be summed up in words and has become unbearable for my family and friends who haven't heard me speak about anything else all week. Since I can remember, Burberry has been my utmost favourite brand and every time I'm in QueensPlaza in the Brisbane city (no matter how late I am to work, sorry Allie), I detour to the Burberry section where I dream of one day owning the iconic trench myself. The effortless elegance of Christopher Bailey's designs really strike a chord with me so there is no wonder that he has been a long time crush of mine. I'm not too sure what it is, but there is just something about a man who can make a woman look amazing in a beige coat and baggy sweaters that really sends my heart on a beating frenzy. However, Mr Bailey doesn't just stop there. Since yesterday he has taken over the official Burberry Twitter account, tweeting all day long in the lead up to the big show in London... What more could you want in a man, seriously?

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Burberry Porsum Creative Director, Christopher Bailey

Burberry Porsum

"Hometown Glory"

Sass and Bide have opened a brand new store in New Zealand, in a area that is very close to my heart, having grown up just around the corner. The store is located in the uber-cool suburb of Ponsonby and opened its doors to the public in late August. With the store completely decked out in a classic S&B interior and surrounded by some of the coolest cafes and restaurants in Auckland, the newest addition to the S&B family is set to stay for a very long time.

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Images from sass and bide blog

Alexander Wang - No longer the Prince of Darkness.

I have previously confessed my undying love for all things Alexander Wang and his collection at New York Fashion Week this year, is no exception. He has given me yet another reason to want to be 'all up in his bizz', so to speak. With no sight of a black tone in his colour palette, Wang opted for a more fresh and clean approach with all models donning crisp white and pretty pastel garments. There were also some of the most amazing silk pants I have ever seen, so now I can die a happy girl!

For all you Brisbane-ites, the collection is a bit of a delightful mix between the infamous mums of Ascot and the Japanese Summer... divine, I know!!

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Alexander Wang Spring 2010 via style.com

Note to self: Shopping should never bring you heartache.

For the last few weeks, I have been on the look out (the girls I work with would say I was on the prowl) for the perfect pair of high-waisted pants, preferably khaki in colour and white denim cut-offs, to add to my Spring/Summer wardrobe. However, I feel as if I am not being rewarded for my efforts. The harder I look, the more tiresome and time consuming the quest becomes and no one should ever, ever feel like that when searching for new additions to add to their wardrobe. Which makes me then wonder, if this is the reason designers pick up those scissors and measuring tapes in the first place? Because they are all too frustrated with not being able to find the right shape, colour or size? Whether or not this is the case, I still envy their creative and constructive talents with every fibre in my body! What I would give to make my perfect pair of pants!!
As Fashion Week in both New York and London begin, fingers crossed I am given copious amounts of gorgeous pants to marvel at... for the sake of my sanity at least.

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Images by Scott Schuman, The Sartorialist

Crushin' on You: Bambi Northwood-Blyth

Definitely one of w&k's favourite models at the moment. With her thick and luscious brows and her 'to-die-for' set of lips, Bambi has conjured up some serious fashion street cred. Having spreads in Russh Australia to Harper's Bazaar and being the face of the current Mink Pink and Cue campaigns, it's no wonder she's forecasted to be one of the most popular models this season. With a name like Bambi and a face like that... I have a feeling she's going to be gracing the pages of our favourite magazines and catwalks for a very long time.

 

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