GINGER & SMART SS13/14 ACCESSORIES
Despite being known for their beautifully tailored clothes and custom prints, you may be surprised to know Ginger & Smart, one of Australia's most successful labels, originally started out in accessories....
LFW 2013: MY WARDROBE X AMERICAN EXPRESS
To celebrate London Fashion Week 2013, online retailer my-wardrobe.com has collaborated with American Express to create the London Labcollective. Celebrating all things British, the exclusively curated...
DAVID JONES MALVERN CENTRAL STORE OPENING
Despite the tough economic climate, David Jones is bucking the trend of stores closing by opening its first Victorian Village format store in Malvern. This morning, David Jones CEO and Managing Director...
VOGUE EYEWEAR CAMPAIGN FEATURING EVA MENDES
Some women have all the luck. First Eva Mendes lands one of the most covetable roles in the world, that of Ryan Gosling's girlfriend, and now she has fronted her second campaign for the Vogue Eyewear high...
COUNTRY ROAD X RMIT
Country Road has partnered up with the RMIT Diploma of Visual Merchandising program for the 6th year running for its annual Window Project. Students are asked to design an implement a series of windows...
NET-A-PORTER & MR PORTER X SYDNEY CONTEMPORARY
Luxe online stores Net-A-Porter and Mr Porter have been announced as the official style partners of Sydney Contemporary, Australia's first ever high-end art fair. Sydney Contemporary runs from the 20th to...
SIMONE PERELE & BGM MODELS ‘CURVY COUTURE MODEL SEARCH’
Iconic French lingerie house Simone Pérèle has once again partnered with Australia's leading curvy model agency, BGM Models to discover the next top 'Curvy Couture' model. After the success of the Curvy...
SABA STYLE SERIES WITH ROMY FRYDMAN
SABA's blogger activation launches tomorrow, which is the start of a series of nationwide blogger events during which SABA will provide customers with personal style advice from local industry experts. The...
CARLA ZAMPATTI & BIANCA SPENDER WINTER WAREHOUSE SALE
Carla Zampatti and Bianca Spender; two names synonymous with luxury Australian style. These women are pioneers of understated elegance and relaxed femininity. As the Carla Zampatti & Bianca Spender...
ROSHAMBO: PAPER SCISSORS BY FREE PEOPLE
Roshambo, a captivating fashion film trilogy by retailer Free People, heartfelt account of two lovers, played by Girls star Christopher Abbott and Spanish model Sheila Marquez, in a developing relationship...
GUSTO & ELAN: SALE
For 2 weeks only everything at Gusto & Elan is on SALE, in-store and online. G&E have so many new labels and new designs for you to discover, and now is a great time to check out what's new and...
MARY-KATE AND ASHLEY LAUNCH HIGH STREET COLLECTION WITH BIK BOK
The Olsen twins are expanding their fashion empire by launching a new capsule collection. Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have collaborated with Scandinavian retailer Bik Bok to create a high street...
BRIT MARLING FOR ASOS MAGAZINE’S SEPTEMBER ISSUE
The ever-talented Brit Marling is the latest star to land the cover of ASOS Magazine’s latest September 2013 issue. The coveted actor, screenwriter, producer and director (we know, she makes us sick...
OPSM EYEHUB SS12/13 SHOWING
I have always considered sunglasses the entry point for many into the world of luxury labels. For a few hundred dollars, say welcome to a fabulous pair of sunglasses that keep you on...
VANISHING ELEPHANT SYDNEY STORE OPENS
Felix, Huw and Aaran are finally getting their homecoming for Vanishing Elephant. August sees the locals open their first flagship store in Sydney since the inception into retail two years ago. Westfield...
FASHION CONNECT 2013
Only 36 sleeps until Spring, which can only mean one thing, Spring Fashion Week is upon us! If that’s not enough to get you excited, this year OC Communications and Events is proud to present Fashion...
FASHION FOR A CAUSE – JEANS FOR GENES DAY’S 20TH ANNIVERSARY
Denim; it's our unofficial uniform. A good pair of jeans can take you anywhere and make you feel incredible. Jeans for Genes day is more than an excuse to wear your favourite pair of jeans (like we needed...
MAN SPRING SUMMER 2013 COLLECTION
This black and white series is a first look at MAN’s Spring Summer 2013 collection Equinox; focusing on the delicate details as Sheila Man introduces fine jewellery for the first time. MAN’s...
ESTEBAN CORTAZAR’S SECOND COLLECTION UNVEILED ON NET-A-PORTER.COM
Net-A-Porter, the world’s premier online luxury fashion retailer, today announced that it is the exclusive global online stockist for Esteban Cortazar’s anticipated second collection - consisting of 23...
NET-A-PORTER LAUNCHES THE KARL LAGERFELD LIMITED EDITION TOKIDOKI COLLECTION
NET-A-PORTER.COM is thrilled to announce the exclusive online launch of the tokidoki x KARL LAGERFELD capsule collection. The collection will be sold exclusively online at NET-A-PORTER.COM and the KARL...
2013 CDFA WOMENSWEAR DESIGNER OF THE YEAR: PROENZA SCHOULER
Just over ten years ago, while studying at Parson’s School of Design in New York, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez joined forces to create the Proenza Schouler label. Now, the talented design duo is...
ANU COLLABORATES WITH QANTAS AIRWAYS
' This month sees Anu collaborate with Qantas Airways on an unique capsule collection of clothing. In addition to designer Anita Ben’s globe-trotting influences on her brand, anu has collaborated with...
LOUIS VUITTON’S DINOSAUR DISPLAYS
It seems like Jurassic Park could be experiencing a revival if Louis Vuitton has anything to say about it. The French fashion house has unveiled its newest window display featuring larger than life...
ISABEL MARANT X H&M
H&M has named its latest collaborator and it's none other than the queen of cool Isabel Marant. The Parisian designer has quickly gained a cult following since launching her eponymous collection in...
ROOPA PEMMARJU ONLINE SAMPLE SALE
Roopa Pemmaraju, an ethical and fair trade womenswear label, are thrilled to be offering up to 70% off their luxury ready-to-wear collections from Thursday June 6 to Sunday June 9. The...
GIVEAWAY – KINI SWIMWEAR LAUNCHES FIRST AUS-BASED ‘DESIGN YOUR OWN’ SWIMSUIT WEBSITE
The age-old problem of uncomfortable, ill-fitting, unflattering swimwear is about to come to an end with the launch of Kini Swimwear’s customisable swimwear website. Kini Swimwear is an Australian-based...
ZIMMERMANN X NET-A-PORTER
Board-shorts aren't generally thought of as fashion items, but Australian cult label Zimmermann has collaborated with Net-A-Porter to create an exclusive capsule collection of board-shorts. Featuring...
ROSIE HUNTINGTON-WHITELEY DOES NET-A-PORTER
Those legs, that sandy blonde hair and that unmistakable pout, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has become one of the most recognisable faces in fashion. Landing a coveted position as a Victoria's Secret Angel,...
KIDS & FASHION: PETITE-A-PORTER LAUNCHES
Following the announcement by Net-A-Porter of a children’s wear site, Couturing asks where do we draw the line with splashing cash on our little ones' wardrobes? With Natalie Massent going from strength...
MELBOURNE CENTRAL – ONE DAY SHOPPING FESTIVAL
Beat the winter chill with Melbourne Central's 'One Day Shopping Festival' on Thursday 23 May. With over 200 retailers offering discounts of up to 50%, it's your chance to get yourself winter wardrobe...
A PAIR AND A SPARE X TONY BIANCO
DIY queen, Geneva Vanderzeil of blog A Pair and A Spare has collaborated with Tony Bianco to create a special range of shoes inspired by her DIY creations. After customising many a pair of Tony Bianco's in...
THE ROAD TO COACHELLA – KATE BOSWORTH x TOPSHOP
Topshop have teamed up with style icon Kate Bosworth to create a whole festival collection that captures the mood and irreverent style of British festival goers. Bosworth worked with the Topshop in house...
HAWKEYE VINTAGE POP-UP STORE LAUNCH
Friday night found Greville St teeming with excitement. If the sweet beats of DJ Rominajé didn't entice you inside building 126, then the glistening treasure trove inside surely would have. Near the...
CHRISTY TURLINGTON FOR CALVIN KLEIN UNDERWEAR
Calvin Klein recently revealed supermodel Christy Turlington-Burns as the new face of the brand's Fall 2013 Underwear ad campaign. But this is not her first time in the brand's trademark skivvies. The...
FREE PEOPLE – ROSHAMBO: ROCK
It's becoming increasingly common for labels to turn to the art of film to showcase their latest collections rather than producing traditional lookbooks. Not only does this breathe life into the clothes...
TAKE 2 MARKETS: STRICTLY VINTAGE
If you love all things vintage then this is the event for you. Take 2 Markets in collaboration with Circa presents Strictly Vintage, a boutique event of 40 carefully stalls for the discerning vintage...
OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW
2013 is shaping up to be an interesting year, as fashion cognoscenti keep a watchful eye on the new creative directors of some of the most revered labels in the industry. The recent departures of Nicolas...
L’HEURE DU THE FUNDRAISER EVENT
Couturing are proud to be media partners for a very special event. Presented by Le Style, L'heure du Thé Fundraiser Event is an afternoon of delicious pastries and fabulous entertainment all...
PROENZA SCHOULER FOR NET-A-PORTER
Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, the brains behind Proenza Schouler have teamed up with Net-A-Porter to release an exclusive capsule collection based on their top selling styles loved by their...
BURBERRY SPARK
Iconic label Burberry once again supported upcoming talented when launching their new global campaign for Burberry Spark sunglasses, with emerging British musicians Coastal Cities, the Night VI and Broken...
VIKTOR & ROLF RETURN TO COUTURE
Fashion lovers rejoice! Dutch designer duo, Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren are returning to the world of haute couture after a whopping 13 years. Viktor & Rolf, renowned for their theatrical designs...
GUSTO & ELAN SHOWCASES THE SPIRIT OF THE BLACK DRESS FINALISTS
This year, Melbourne designer fashion boutique Gusto & Elan has partnered with The Spirit of the Black Dress, part of the L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival Cultural Program, and will be showcasing...
MISS LOUISE SALE
Chanel your inner Carrie Bradshaw and head to the much anticipated Miss Louise sale to pick yourself up a designer bargain. Date: Thursday, 18th April to Sunday, 21st April,...
MBFWA 2013: PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO x MEN IN THIS TOWN
In an exciting and stylish collaboration, renown menswear blog Men In This Town is collaborating with Peroni Nastro Azzurro Australia, the official beer sponsor of MBFWA, to not only capture street style,...
PERSOL SUNGLASSES LAUNCH ‘PERSOL REFLEX EDITION’
Persol, a brand name which has always been a hallmark of class and the very highest Italian quality, is paying tribute to the world of photography with a unique collection: Persol...
CAMILLA & MARC – CELEBRATING 10 YEARS IN FASHION
In an industry where trends come and go, and fashion labels are hot one minute and not the next, camilla & marc, has managed to buck the trend and become one of Australia's most successful labels here...
LIBERTY ROSS IS NET-A-PORTER’S NEW COVER STAR
In an insightful display of strength and confidence, model slash actress Liberty Ross reveals her style secrets, her acting endeavors, and her passion for fashion to Net-a-porters’ The Edit. Seen in the...
IMOGEN POOTS FOR ASOS MAGAZINE
Gracing the cover the of the ASOS Magazine's April issue is the vibrant and fun actress, Imogen Poots. The English beauty and rising star will be appearing in six films this year, including Jeff Buckley's...
SARAH JESSICA PARKER FOR NET-A-PORTER
The latest issue of NET-A-PORTER’s The Edit, packs a sartorial punch with everyone’s favourite shoe queen playing cover girl, Sarah Jessica Parker. TThe power issue combines a high fashion shoot and...
LMFF 2013: DEEPER IN VOGUE SERIES AT ACMI
During L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival, there is plenty to do and see around the city. One of my favourite things to do is check out the fashion films showing at ACMI for the Deeper In Vogue series as part...
LMFF 2013 PREVIEW
With Fall/Winter fashion weeks wrapping up for another year and Sydney being the last leg of tour in April, Melbourne gets a chance to show off their wares. From the 18th of March until the 24th, Melbourne...
DONKEY SKIN COLLECTION LAUNCH PRESENTED BY JESS DEMPSEY
Melbourne Central’s fashion boutique, Fame Agenda, celebrates the launch of their 2013 Resort Collection Donkey Skin presented by guest Fashion Blogger, Jess Dempsey of locally renown, WHAT WOULD KARL...
TOPSHOP PARTNERS WITH GOOGLE+ ON THE FUTURE OF FASHION
"We have always prided ourselves on being first to market with the latest trends and product innovation. It speaks volumes about the power of Topshop that we are partnering with the world's largest digital...
ASOS FASHION UP
Everyone’s favourite four-letter online store now delivers style straight to your portable device, with the innovative app for iPhone and iPad - ASOS Fashion Up. The free app grants access to the ASOS...
THE WAY TO EMERALD CITY: PANTONE’S 2013 COLOUR OF THE YEAR
Standing side on in front of a wall of pretty flowers in full bloom - her hair swept back, her face fresh - she stands out from the pastel playground because of a dress in a solid hue of bright and daring. The...
FILM: ROSHAMBO BY FREE PEOPLE
Free People have announced the launch of their very first short film and it is very cute - just like their apparel. Starring Christopher Abbot from hit TV show 'Girls," this is definitely a great start to...
PRADA GOES GATSBY
Gatsby’s world has always been one of extravagance and excess, and if there’s one thing that a glimpse of Miuccia Prada’s newly released costume sketches for the film tell us - so too will be the nature...
ISRAEL VS THE FASHION INDUSTRY
In an attempt to thwart the problem of unhealthy body image and the rise of eating disorders, Israeli law now bans models with a body-mass index of less than 18.5 from appearing in advertisements. In addition,...
COCO ROCHA FOR SASS & BIDE
In their bid for global fashion dominance, Aussie label sass & bide have landed a major deal, securing supermodel Coco Rocha not only as the face of their new Loveshady A/W 13 Take Over campaign, but...
KAREN WALKER CANDY BAR
A traveling Candy Bar might sound like something from your childhood, but Karen Walker's Candy Bar is a little bit more grown up and a lot sweeter. The retail concept is Karen Walker's latest exclusive...
WRANGLER’S HYDRATING JEANS
Pulling together a cohesive and stylish ensemble before work, school or play each day can be a monumental effort given the time-limitations of your average morning. Innovative products like wet-to-dry hair...
WORLD’S FIRST FASHION COMIC BOOK
Gucci creative director, Frida Giannini collaborates with Japanese Manga artist, Hirohiko Araki to produce the very first fashion comic book. The artist has worked closely with the fashion house before....
TOP 10 AUSTRALIAN LABELS TO WATCH IN 2013
As the new year starts to roll in and with L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival just peeking around the corner, fashionistas all over the world are waiting to see what new talent Australia has got to offer to...
A GLANCE AT THE YEAR AHEAD
The hype of the New Year has died down and, one week in to 2013, we are left nursing swiftly broken resolutions and blisters from barely broken-in heels. It isn’t all bad news though, as Couturing runs...
LES PLUS DORES
Les Plus Dores - For the Most Golden Why should sports fans have all the fun? Those clever people at les plus dorés have created a range of t-shirts which pay tribute to some of the top designers in the...
MICK JAGGER EXCLUSIVELY WEARS JBRAND
“Anything worth doing is worth overdoing.” Mick Jagger’s pout and skintight escapades epitomized the unapologetic decadence of the 80s. “It’s amazing that we’re still doing this.” Jagger...
FASHION GOES DIGITAL: PRADA’S IL PALAZZO
The convergence of fashion and technology is not an idea that is new in a designers world. From Christopher Kane’s recent hologram runway, Mary Katrantzou’s bold geo-graphics and local hero Josh Goot’s...
TOP 10 BOND GIRLS
In celebration of the new James Bond flick out today in cinemas across Australia, Couturing gives you the low down of our top 10 fashionable Bond Girls. 1. Ursula Andress as Honey Ryder in Dr. No...
SPORTSGIRL’S FLAVOURLICIOUS VAN: FASHION FOR YOUR SWEET TOOTH
A fusion of digital and human interaction, Sportsgirl's Flavourlicious Van is bringing shopaholics, bloggers and those of us with a raging sweet tooth together for an utterly unique and colourful social...
HIGH END FASHION ON A HIGH STREET BUDGET
Accessible fashion for the pay-cheque conscious Recessionistas, op-shoppers, sale rack trawlers and bargain bin divers. As those of us without a disposable income readily available to us know, looking runway...
I WEAR MY SUNGLASSES AT NIGHT
In the light of the recurring rays of sunshine and gusts of warm wind, I recently discovered that I was missing an essential item from my wardrobe and to my dismay, any hope remained in the form of snapped...
ENDLESS SUMMER
Australian label, Natasha, gives you a taste of what's to come with their Spring/Summer 13 resort collection, Endless Summer. The name itself paints the perfect picture of the sultry...
SILVANA LOVIN BACKSTAGE AT MYER
Couturing were delighted to run into the gorgeous Silvana Lovin backstage at the Myer 50th anniversary Fashion on the Fields runway show. The amazingly sweet model and actorfeatured on...
MIRANDA KERR FOR T MAGAZINE
If Orlando Bloom decided to give up acting, it looks like he could have a pretty successful career on the other side of the lense if these pictures of wife Miranda Kerr are anything to go by! Bloom captured...
THE HUB INITIATIVE: SUPPORTING SME’S SINCE 2012
Last week I got a chance to have a chat with Julia Haselhorst, the Strategic Manager of the Textile & Fashion Hub, about the gem that is the “Hub” and the role it plays to support small and medium...
PHILLIP LIM – KILL THE NIGHT
Designer Phillip Lim has taken inspiration from his latest comic book themed collection and released an exclusive graphic novel entitled Kill The Night. With the heroines of the novel wearing Lim's latest...
ZARA CHADSTONE STORE LAUNCH
Early Wednesday morning, Couturing attended the launch of Zara’s fourth store nationwide at Chadstone Shopping Centre. Coffee and mini macaroons on arrival and a personalised guided tour of the two-storey...
ANNALISE by ANNALISE BRAAKENSIEK
The years have been kind to Annalise Braakensiek. Not only does the down to earth leggy blonde still have a figure of a 20 year old, she still keeps those blonde tresses looking like she just stepped out of a...
RAY-BAN’S 75TH ANNIVERSARY
Rarely does a sunglass brand manage to transcend decades and stay on trend. The name Ray-Ban has not only become synonymous with sunglasses and style, but the company, who is celebrating its 75th anniversary...
SEAFOLLY S/S 12/13 PARIS RUNWAY SHOW
Australia’s own Seafolly, the number 1 swimwear label worldwide, has opened the swimwear show at Mode City, the largest international swimwear and lingerie trade show in Paris over the weekend. Boasting...
VOGUE MAN SPRING/SUMMER 12/13 LAUNCH
With the celebrities in town for Men’s Fashion Week in Paris, Vogue Man picked the perfect time to launch their Spring/Summer 12/13 collection. Jude Law, the new ambassador for Vogue Man eyewear was in...
MISSONI X HAVAIANAS
Don't get me wrong, I love all that winter brings - textures, layers, the ultimate hot chocolate, but there comes a point where I can't help but yearn for the warmth of summer; to see people clad in bright...
ADIDAS ORIGINALS x OPENING CEREMONY
If you aren’t one of the 200,000 athletes expected at the London Olympics, never fear. You can get into the spirit (and fashionably too!) with Opening Ceremony’s FW12 capsule collection with adidas...
‘INFINITE LOOP’ BY CALVIN KLEIN
When the world of art and the world of fashion join forces to plan an event, nothing less than greatness is expected. On the 24th of May, one of the world’s most renowned fashion houses, Calvin Klein, Inc....
THE RED CARPET PROJECT
Couturing caught up with designer Georgia McCorkill, founder of The Red Carpet Project which is an initiative designed to promote fashion and sustainability. The Red Carpet Project is designed to promote...
INTERVIEW: ALEX PERRY FOR SPECSAVERS
Alex Perry has released his A/W 2012 range with Specsavers in a decadent Victorian themed launch party. With guests such as Megan Gale, Sarah Murdoch and Kerri-Anne Kennerley, we chat to this icon of...
2011 HENRI BENDEL HOLIDAY WINDOW OPENING – NEW YORK
On a recent visit to the states, thanks to the lovely JC and Dean from Madam Virtue, Couturing were not only fortunate enough to attend the Holiday Window opening for accessories institute Henri Bendel, but...
OPSM SUNSHINE TOUR WITH COUTURING
Summer is coming up (as I'm sure you are aware) and what have you done to get yourself summer ready? You've bought a new Seafolly bikini, shelled out on a gorgeous Missoni towel and you're ready...
ITALIAN COLLABORATION SAN PELLEGRINO X BULGARI
S.Pellegrino and Bulgari join forces to present the world a unique and beautifully designed bottle that truly represents their standing in design. S.Pellegrino has lent it's labels to Bulgari before to mark...