Here are a couple of the more interesting things that I saw yesterday on day two of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in Sydney.
Michael Lo Sordo who’s collection I covered last year was still in keeping with his use of silk and chiffon but more directional with his inclusion of digital prints and metallic leather. All of it was wearable in some way or another- either as a complete look if you are brave or as a one off stand out piece. After seeing his show last year, his entry into the 2012 LMFF National Designer Award supported by Tiffany & Co. and now this parade, I believe he’s cemented his place on the Australian fashion scene and is absolutely one to watch if you are on the look out for emerging designers.
Photos above: For Tomorrow
In other news Nicole from Gary Pepper Vintage opened and closed the Talulah parade which is the first time a blogger has graced the catwalk’s of an Australian fashion week. I had to go just to witness this piece of blogging history being made despite the fact that Talulah isn’t really a label I would wear myself. As someone quipped after the show, ‘It’s for Bondi girls who have gone to Byron Bay.’ Meow.
Still, Nicole did a superb job and anything that advances recognition for bloggers is worthwhile.
Finally the quirky Flowers for A Vagabond show which was far too eclectic for my liking and I’m not sure whether it’s because the actual collection was lacking direction or because the styling was off. None the less being the eternal optimist I am(!) I found a couple of pieces you can see below that caught my eye. Tinsel as a dress or skirt? Yes please!
