Bec Lutz (nee Parenthoin) studied fashion. Designed for some Melbourne crew. Started her own label. Then thought . . . ‘WTF? Why are all these boutiques picking ho-hum-commercial-pieces instead of my ooh-la-la-creative-ones? Where’s the fun in that? ‘. So instead of whining about it. She did something about it. Et Voila. Design A Space was born.
It’s kinda like a gallery. But for clothes. The designers that ‘show their work’ their are given the the creative freedom to curate a designated space. It’s up to them as to how much they charge, how often they restock and what they hang.
So. I asked Bec, WHAT’S ON?
What’s on your coat hanger for Sat night?
Kylie Hawkes tailored vest with leggings!
What’s on your mind?
The weather – is it already winter?
What’s on the top of your love list?
Shoes . . . I am obsessed with boots!
What’s on your playlist?
Kings of Leon . . . after their concert the other Friday I am truly obsessed.
What’s on your must have list at the mo?
A new pair of vintage boots.
What’s on your shelves?
What isn’t . . . they are packed full of colour, creativeness and fun.
What’s on your toast?
Honey . . . always honey
What’s on your wall?
Carla Fletcher. . . stunning exhibitions currently being featured in our chapel st store.
What’s on your bedside table?
Chrome Kartel lamp.
What’s on you right now!?
Its freezing . . . hooded leather jacket.
Bec and her DIVINE partner Chris opened the Chapel Street store in September 06 and the City store (Manchester Lane) in September 07. Currently housing an eclectic mixture of womenswear, menswear, accessories, jewellery and artwork, Design A Space provides an artistic retail platform for designers to showcase their entire range in any creative form.
If you’re keen to define a space at Design A Space just pop in to one of the stores and fill out a form.
Posted: 03/22/09 | Interview > Out & About