> MAKE THE TRIP TO MIDI

Hot hot hot. Local Lorne talent Jess Young has opened up Midi Boutique featured in this months Real Living Magazine. Photographed by the gorgeous Clare Plueckhahn from C.I. and styled by the savvy Holly Evans of Provisions fame, the photos ooze the relaxed attitude and style that Jess has cultivated with her favourite pieces from local fashion & homeware labels on Lorne’s main drag. Make it Summer. Let their be left over Christmas ham and fresh bread rolls on the beach for everyone. NOW!

Make sure you check it out next time you’re cruising The Great Ocean Road.

Posted: 07/29/09 | Fashion Coffee > New Find | 0 Comments

> SOMETIMES

It’s raining outside and the sun is shining in this photos. And sometimes . . .

Posted: 07/22/09 | Fashion Coffee | 1 Comment

> ISSEY MIYAKE

When I think of Issey Miyake I think of summer down at Lorne. Drinking rocket fuel on the foreshore. Nicotine, sweat, salt and L’eau D’Issey moisturising my hands. It wasn’t until I read this New York Post article (thanks Sue) that I found out that he’s a Hiroshima survivor. Have a read.

His clothes almost incorporate an atomic explosion of colour, texture and light and turn his horrific experience into a lesson of peace and harmony. The way the fabrics sit juxtaposed but perfectly in sync. And what makes me fall in love with Issey more, his is 80′s Pleats Please branding, posters and packaging. Serve me some sushi!

Posted: 07/15/09 | Fashion Coffee > Uncategorized | 1 Comment

> CK OBSESSION

Ever since that Calvin Klein Billboard , BAM, hit me in the face I’ve been reminiscing about the simplicity of the original Calvin Klein ads. I miss them. Everything is so overdone these days. To really cut through it would have been better to get back to basics rather than shocking my Grandma with a threesome involving a 15 year old. So I went on a hunt. Look what I found.

I tried to find more of this campaign. Because I JUST ADORE it. But I could only track down Vincent Gallo & Kate Moss. Anyone know of any more?

These more modern ones take from the original ads. Which I just love. But, for some reason they just don’t have the same edge. They scream sex to me. The originals scream intensity. Except for Brooke Sheilds. That just screams BLUE LAGGOOOON.

Posted: 06/29/09 | Fashion Coffee | 1 Comment

> What’s on Strummer?

My blog-a-log as been down for a while. And I was meant to post this interview about a month and a half ago. But couldn’t due to cyberspace suction. So. I’m presuming that Weenie & Gina’s playlist has been updated. And they’ve had their Strummer drinks. But what hasn’t changed is how hot their range is. Gina and Edwina (AKA Weenie) met, fell in love and started designing sexy clothes together. Oh sorry. Not lesbian love. Fashion love. ‘We have a very similar aesthetic and both share a love of vintage clothing, music and art; we gave each other the confidence to just get started and go for it.’

They began by making a range available to family & friends and then in A/W 2009 they launched their first line titled ‘along the path and’. It’s available in store at Ourmishmash, Bracewell Penny Arcade (NSW), Violent Green, Meow Meow (QLD) and Emporia (WA). And ONLINE at The Grand Social. But now, down to business.

WHAT’S ON????

What’s on you right now?
I’m in front of sex and the city in my addidas trackies and ugg boots…. Prob not the best time to answer this Q!

What’s on the top of your love list?
Bill Gibbs fashion and fantasy book

What’s on your playlist at the moment?
Junior boys new album, Late of the Pier, FrYars, The Beatles is always on the play list!, Peter Bjorn and John, Bat for Lashes

What’s on your coat hanger for Sat night?
We are having our Strummer drinks for all of our friends, so I will definitely be wearing something from our new SS09/10 Collection.

What’s on your must have list for this winter?
hmmmmm, haven’t actually thought about it- I really really need a new bag- I am hoping to hunt down a big beautiful vintage leather bag.

What’s on the catwalks at the moment that will translate onto the streets?
Tapered trousers and pretty pretty blouses.

What’s on your mode of transport?
Nothing but a whole lot of dust- my poor car really needs a wash!

What’s on your wall?
Photos from the booth at Curtain House, sketches of our new range, tear sheets of shoots we LOVE, a painting from Bondi markets that I bought years and years ago.

What’s on your face?
Makeup. I use amazing base mineral make up, mascara and a little black liquid eyeliner.

What’s on your toast?
Vegemite and butter! No other spread comes close.

Posted: 06/28/09 | Fashion Coffee > Interview | 1 Comment