LIFE INSIGHTS INTO THE FASHION WORLD 101...
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Friday 5th August 2011
The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Sydney
(MBFF Sydney) is on again, and Sydney Town Hall will host a week-long extravaganza from 23 - 27 August 2011. This is your chance to go backstage, sit front row and get the new seasons trend report direct from the runway. Join Australia’s leading designers, models and celebrities for Sydney’s hottest fashion event of the year.
Guests will be whisked into the spectacular collection showroom to view the runway action, where Sydney Town Hall will be transformed into a visual spectacle that excites and enthrals. “We want the show to be something that guests remember forever; a truly magical experience that one would see on the major runways around the world,” says Jarrad Clark, Global Production Director of IMG Fashion, and judge on Project Runway Australia.
A big show deserves a big after party, and post-show guests are invited to hang out in the cool vibe of the festival hub, mingle with celebs, get made over and snapped in a delight of interactive installations and one-on-one designer action.
For more info visit www.mbffsydney.com.au.
On The Runway
Tuesday 23rd August
12:30 - Myer BIG IS BEAUTIFUL Fashion Launch
17:30 - Jupi Corp presents Man and Woman by Peter Morissey and Dr Rey's Shapewear.
20:30 - Mercedes Benz presents S/S 2011/12 - A Reveiw of Australian Fashion Week.
Wednesday 24th August
12:30 - Speedo Summer 11
18:00 - Harpers Bazaar Special Event (By Invitation Only)
20:30 - Mercedes Benz presents S/S 2011/12 - A Reveiw of Australian Fashion Week.
Thursday 25th August
12:30 - GQ presents Boys of the Fashion Festival
17:30 - Myer Spring/Summer Fashion Launch
20:30 - Mercedes Benz presents S/S 2011/12 - A Reveiw of Australian Fashion Week.
Friday 26th August
12:30 - Hot in The City Show
17:00 - Virgin Australia prezsents LABYRINTH by Camilla
20:30 - Mercedes Benz presents S/S 2011/12 - A Reveiw of Australian Fashion Week.
Saturday 27th August
12:30 - Famous Magazine presents: The Famous Edit's Runway Show
15:00 - Myers Miss Shope Luanch
17:30 - Fashion Targets Breast Cancer - Runway For Research
20:30 - Mercedes Benz presents S/S 2011/12 - A Reveiw of Australian Fashion Week.
WIN A TRIP FOR TWO TO NEW YORK FASHION WEEK...!!!
MBFF Sydney will be offering an experience of a lifetime - a trip for 2 to NYC to attend Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York, with 5 nights accomodation, makeovers, shopping vouchers and spending money. Facebook fans will be the first to hear of when the promotion opens, so be sure to LIKE www.facebook.com/MBFFSydney
KICKSTART YOUR SUMMER WARDROBE...
Every single ticket holder recieves an exclusive MBFF Sydney Trend and Shopping Guide that highlights the Spring and Summer 2012 trends, and gives you designer shopping vouchers to help kick start the summer wardrobe.
Get your tickets NOW...
Monday 1st August 2011
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Friday 5th August 2011
The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Sydney
(MBFF Sydney) is on again, and Sydney Town Hall will host a week-long extravaganza from 23 - 27 August 2011. This is your chance to go backstage, sit front row and get the new seasons trend report direct from the runway. Join Australia’s leading designers, models and celebrities for Sydney’s hottest fashion event of the year.
Guests will be whisked into the spectacular collection showroom to view the runway action, where Sydney Town Hall will be transformed into a visual spectacle that excites and enthrals. “We want the show to be something that guests remember forever; a truly magical experience that one would see on the major runways around the world,” says Jarrad Clark, Global Production Director of IMG Fashion, and judge on Project Runway Australia.
A big show deserves a big after party, and post-show guests are invited to hang out in the cool vibe of the festival hub, mingle with celebs, get made over and snapped in a delight of interactive installations and one-on-one designer action.
For more info visit www.mbffsydney.com.au.
On The Runway
Tuesday 23rd August
12:30 - Myer BIG IS BEAUTIFUL Fashion Launch
17:30 - Jupi Corp presents Man and Woman by Peter Morissey and Dr Rey's Shapewear.
20:30 - Mercedes Benz presents S/S 2011/12 - A Reveiw of Australian Fashion Week.
Wednesday 24th August
12:30 - Speedo Summer 11
18:00 - Harpers Bazaar Special Event (By Invitation Only)
20:30 - Mercedes Benz presents S/S 2011/12 - A Reveiw of Australian Fashion Week.
Thursday 25th August
12:30 - GQ presents Boys of the Fashion Festival
17:30 - Myer Spring/Summer Fashion Launch
20:30 - Mercedes Benz presents S/S 2011/12 - A Reveiw of Australian Fashion Week.
Friday 26th August
12:30 - Hot in The City Show
17:00 - Virgin Australia prezsents LABYRINTH by Camilla
20:30 - Mercedes Benz presents S/S 2011/12 - A Reveiw of Australian Fashion Week.
Saturday 27th August
12:30 - Famous Magazine presents: The Famous Edit's Runway Show
15:00 - Myers Miss Shope Luanch
17:30 - Fashion Targets Breast Cancer - Runway For Research
20:30 - Mercedes Benz presents S/S 2011/12 - A Reveiw of Australian Fashion Week.
WIN A TRIP FOR TWO TO NEW YORK FASHION WEEK...!!!
MBFF Sydney will be offering an experience of a lifetime - a trip for 2 to NYC to attend Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York, with 5 nights accomodation, makeovers, shopping vouchers and spending money. Facebook fans will be the first to hear of when the promotion opens, so be sure to LIKE www.facebook.com/MBFFSydney
KICKSTART YOUR SUMMER WARDROBE...
Every single ticket holder recieves an exclusive MBFF Sydney Trend and Shopping Guide that highlights the Spring and Summer 2012 trends, and gives you designer shopping vouchers to help kick start the summer wardrobe.
Get your tickets NOW...
Monday 1st August 2011
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Launch Triggers Overseas Expansion for 2011
On July 12th 2011, Australia’s Young Republic celebrated their official launch party at Sydney’s exquisite Aurora Bar & Lounge. The stylish venue was transformed into a luminous night-market displaying a
magnificent range of fashion, textiles, jewellery and lifestyle products.
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Over 300 guests showed their support in attending the event spectacular from Australia’s first, interactive-marketplace for emerging and upcoming local designers. Sophisticated and eco-conscious shoppers took the opportunity to browse a fantastic array of products from designers Fiel Sol, TobyE Jewellery, Soot-ii Hothersall, TopazTurtle, Ipanema Girl, Dubbleyou and ATAT.
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| A Great Turn Out |
A touch of impulse buying mixed with a glass of champagne and the mood was set for guests to witness the incredible fashion-installation from men’s and womenswear designers Casper&Pearl, Sovii, Das Monk, Evyie and Kid. A magnificent night enjoyed by all the Young Republic team extends its appreciation to Chic Petite Events, IKON Model Management, Hair Jamm, Napoleon Perdis, WORK Studios, Hayden Brotchie Photography, Judena Taylor Salon, Juuce and Zoom Photography.
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| Co-Founders Andrew Yang and Marianne Sea, Chic Petite - Sharon Gerrard Natarsha Kershaw |
Championing Australian design talent on the global stage co-founders Marianne Sea, Andrew Yang and Creative Director, Natarsha Kershaw revealed exclusive plans for the Young Republic Empire to launch into overseas markets in 2011. Providing opportunities and empowering local designers, Young Republic will be expanding into the United States, South America and the United Kingdom just 12 weeks into their Beta launch.
Young Republic will be hosting two events during Melbourne Spring Fashion Week in association with the City of Melbourne and MSFW on September 6th & 8th.
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Young Republic will be hosting two events during Melbourne Spring Fashion Week in association with the City of Melbourne and MSFW on September 6th & 8th.
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Monday 1st August 2011
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The peerless artisans / designers of the GMK brand pour their souls into creating sensual and sensational leather products that their clients will revel in owning and enjoy donning in the knowledge that they are more works of art than accessories. They are crafted flawlessly, incorporating inspiration, confidence, vanguard design, and standards that other designers can only hope to attain.
Wrap yourself in something truly unrivalled when you slip on the luxury and pure romance of GMK: leather like nothing on Earth.
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Dion X Leigh in 'Life'...
New Zealand born singer/songwriter DionX has come a long way from a shy schoolboy, treading the boards as a young performer in his hometown of Palmerston North.
DionX has always had a strong creative streak.
His experience and interests have covered, script-writing, modeling, acting, fashion design, upholstery, web and graphic design. As a result, he is also a self-confessed work-aholic and an impatient perfectionist.
Music remains his first love and he has worked hard on his craft as a singer/songwriter and performer to be now co-producing his own material and working with international award winning producers.
DionX' career has spanned over several mediums such as music, television and live performances across Australia and New Zealand. But DionX' big break came while appearing in the TVNZ reality show 'Make or Break'. Show-casing his performing talent, but also his ability to be resourceful and demonstrate brilliant business acumen, as he single-handedly and pro-actively managed his own segment overseeing all aspects of production - PR/film-crew/venue etc on a budget of NZ$300.00.
Proving huge budgets are not the be all and end all to a projects success.
Soon after the 'Big Break' aired, DionX was on a plane and on his way to Australia where he continued to write and produce his own music as well as performing at local venues and community events, with more film/TV appearances such as the feature film 'The Extra'.
Musically DionX draws influences from artists such as Madonna, Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, Lady Gaga and Robbie Williams. 
When asked what it is about these artists he likes he replies; 'All these artists are great performers and entertainers as well as formidable business entrepreneurs and they all show great admiration, respect and humility to their loyal fans. They inspire me to keep doing what I love everyday. Being on stage and performing is what I live for, it's where I find inner peace'.
DionX is most definitely a driven, ambitious entrepreneur who has achieved amazing results in the face of adversity and all the countless pit-falls this industry is known for.
Self-made talent is rare, making DionX even more unique. Few have lasted this long and DionX is one who definitely does not take “No” for an answer.
To-date DionX has appeared in/on:-
The Morning Show (CH 7, Australia)
Underbelly Series 3
Marvin Priests Music Video “Own This Club”
Rescue Special Ops Series 3
JetStar “Missing You” TVC
Samsung Galaxy Tab—TVC
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So heres a bit about a very aspiring and inspiring Young man who has lived and looks to continue to live a 'Life'... that is true to his heart and soul, no matter the adversity... I know I wish him the best of luck...
You can also catch Dion X on air THIS FRIDAY the 22nd of July in an interview with Geoff Field, I personally look forward to listening to it...:)
For more information on Dion you can visit his website Dion X Music
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ARON in 'Life'...
So on as you are all checking FB and your plethra of other Favourite sites. I thought I would jump in and give you something nice to read along with it, here is a personal review feature piece based on a genuinely honest and an amazingly talented, hard working clothing designer named Aron Katona. A Melbourne based designer, his label ARON aims not just to reflect personality but inspire independence in self expression and attitude.
GMK is also sponsoring one of our Giveaway competitions by kindly contributing a GMK hand painted limited edition signature piece Leather Braclet Cuff, specially boxed in a GMK Exclusive hard velvet lined Gift Box to the value of $280.00.
To go in the running to WIN this magnificent prize by GMK Exclusive simply become a member of 'In The Life 101' during the month of August and you are in the running...
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| Zsaneta Couture F/Show '10' |
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Over again he continues to astound all that know of him and his label, with his ingenuity and dimension for design. His label is edgy, classy, but with undeniable contrasting hints Rock VS Couture. It sounds hard to imagine but he does it and makes it work in the most amazing way....
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| Freakshow |
His first few collections were of a more simple base design but with the most perfectly accentuated intricate designs and embellishments... Ranging from different texture material combinations to the incorporation of multi medium use and material manipulation to create stunning effects and attributes.
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The ARON label caters for both male and female lines and Aron in designing them, somehow seems to instinctively understand and grasp what design make up and combination, will benefit both the commercial markets and yet be so uniquely and obviously designer...
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| Latest Collection Ice - Age |
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| Signature Design Piece - Freakshow. |
One of his first signature pieces showcased at the Zsaneta Couture Fashion Show @ Docklands Melbourne, on the 14th of November 2010.
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| 100% Bio Degradable Dress |
Made 100% from Bio Degradable materials and medium's even with the incorporation of human hair, this dress is one of a kind and even had the likes of Alex Perry saying "WOW That is Amazing!!!"
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| Signature Piece for Military |
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| Signature piece for French Romantic Collection |
This piece showcased at Fashion Lounge Melbourne February 2011 examplifies Aron Katona's amazing gift at the collaboration of material textures and material manipulation into this most unique design form, this piece is simply ingenious and Aron's true talent for ingenuity and concept combination shines through stronger than ever, a talent that cannot be denied or duplicated.
To see more of ARON latest works please feel free to browse the following link:- ARON
I hope you all are having a lovely Sunday and hopefully this brief insight gave some-one some inspiration, some-one else a few minutes of another world... and or just simply this allowed you to fill some part of your day with interesting content.
Have a good rest of the weekend.
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