Between the brilliant theatrics of Lady GaGa (isn't that one show any fashion-fascinated person won't want to miss?) and the upcoming Tim Burton interpretation of Alice In Wonderland (seeing that one next week) a serious element of 'theatre' and extravagance is being seen on the fashion racks.
Of course, there are some designers who have never strayed away from it.
The late Alexander McQueen was as a protagonist while Frenchman Christan Lacroix was at the forefront, before the likes of John Galliano and Viktor & Rolf, whose imaginations know no bounds, came along.
Of course, there are some designers who have never strayed away from it.
The late Alexander McQueen was as a protagonist while Frenchman Christan Lacroix was at the forefront, before the likes of John Galliano and Viktor & Rolf, whose imaginations know no bounds, came along.
Quite a bit closer to home, though, the Melbourne-based designer Alannah Hill has never let a good mash-up of prints get in the way of producing her collections.
And she has proved to be one of the local industry's fashion survivors.
Sure, not all women will be wanting to wear Ms Hill's looks, top-to-toe, as seen in these pictures, but a piece here and piece there, toned down to a style that you are comfortable with is so achievable.
Sure, not all women will be wanting to wear Ms Hill's looks, top-to-toe, as seen in these pictures, but a piece here and piece there, toned down to a style that you are comfortable with is so achievable.
Like we will at 'Alice in Wonderland', I just sat back and enjoyed the frivolity of the pics of Alannah's ‘Garden of Roses’ autumn/winter 2010 collection.
The sharp colors, the juxtaposing textiles (brocades and chiffons) and wild-flowers just reminded me of a small trip to Fantasy land. (you must check out her whimsical website at http://www.alannahhill.com.au/ too.)
“You know, I could happily stare aimlessly out of my hotel window, watching the city lights while bathing in a tub of Chanel Mademoiselle and eating raspberries,” says Alannah.
"I was never really gob smacked about being a fashion designer. More than anything, I wanted to be successful – a little star.”“You know, I could happily stare aimlessly out of my hotel window, watching the city lights while bathing in a tub of Chanel Mademoiselle and eating raspberries,” says Alannah.
She says her finest fashion hour was receiving her first wholesale order from David Jones, from where her label does huge business.
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love love her feminine and quirky designs. though sadly, since I left Sydney and started purchasing her goods on Ebay- I have a wardrobe full of beautiful pieces, and about one that actually fits me!!
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