People & Parties

The VIP night sale on Thursday held at Obus’ High Street boutique in Armadale was an intimate showcase of Melbourne-based designers, with glasses of champagne and strawberries served to guests as they...

American Crew is synonymous with handsome men with beautifully styled hair. So it's not surprise that the American Crew: FACE OFF Global Men's Styling event was filled with stylish men, and women who had...

Last Thursday, Couturing headed to the Strateas.Carlucci studios and workshop to attend their launch and preview of their impressive debut collection. Family, friends and guests mingled in a maze of clothes...

Hosted by the Werribee Mansion, SocieTEA signified the launch of the Mansion's innovative new range of High Tea. Blessed with perfect weather and located on the Mansion's extraordinary balcony, the immaculate...

It was the party that got the country talking. Georgia May Jagger and Sunglass Hut collaborated to launch their second annual floating store last week to great success. From the moment Georgia touched down...

The sun has set on Flemington’s 2012 Melbourne Cup Carnival and as the 350,000 punters who plunged into their hip pockets for a little social gambling and daytime drinking will attest to, it was quite the...

If one happened to be traversing in East Brunswick last Friday, you may have found yourself drawn to the curious shopfront of building 136. Nestled on the hustle and bustle of Lygon Street, what you will...

On Friday evening at Windsor, Stephanie Malatino and Elsje Jordan of Melbourne-based label, ELandTINO hosted an intimate showcase at DINO’s to celebrate the release of TI VOGLIO BENE, their limited edition...

The intricate geometry of fractals forms the basis for the Tettmann.Doust AW13 Collection; “Infinitum”. Design duo Naomi Tettmann and Elke Doust employ delicate fractal patterns, formed through...

The Melbourne Cup Carnival hosted its annual Crown Oaks Day on Thursday amongst sunshine, champagne and roses. Known as Ladies Day, aka the 'ultimate style day', it is a celebration of ultimate fashion and...

On the eve of the Melbourne Cup Carnival's Derby Day, luxurious champagne house Moet & Chandon hosted Spring Racing celebrations at Crown's exclusive ultra lounge, Club 23. A gold-themed affair, the...

When I caught the elevator up Crown Towers to the lavish Club 23 to celebrate the launch of the new Dr Tass Signature Cosmetic Clinic in Crown Spa, I expected to see a room filled with cosmetically enhanced...

The fashion elite braved the surly weather this morning in high heels and fascinators as the Myer Fashions on the Field Enclosure was launched. Hosted by Channel 7's Fifi Box and Myer Menswear Designer Jeff...

 Tucked away above Bourke Street is Kara Baker's home and studio, a space scattered with a collection of art that appropriately complemented her collection on display. Couturing found their way through a set...

Australia will be tickled pink this October to be participating in the Cancer Council’s National Breast Cancer Awareness month. For the whole month of October, women throughout Australia will be raising...

The BMW Caulfield Cup hosted their delightful, annual Members' Trackside Fashion Luncheon during the Schweppes Thousand Guineas Day on Wednesday. An unmissable event for the fashion savvy, the style conscious...

In a true celebration of the beauty of women, the charismatic Cindy Newstead took the stage for Style Review Spring Summer 2012, held at Leonda by the Yarra. The informative styling event presented a number of...

“Give away a diamond, and everybody shows up,” joked Ron Bensimon, addressing the packed room at Crown Metropol’s 28 Sky Bar on Thursday.   The Bensimon Diamonds director was relaxed as he...

In support of the future of unique Australian fashion, One Thousand Cranes launched their opening exhibition last week at the unassuming location of the Londsdale Bridge at Melbourne Central....

The smooth sounds of double bass and slick keyboard thrust together and lingered in the air, as we were welcomed into a fresh, urban  restaurant, Camberwell's latest, He Says She Says. With an eclectic mix of...

Spring racing fever has officially kicked in as TopShop last night was transformed into a haven of floral crowns, cocktail dresses and 3-piece suits, showcasing their Spring offerings for both men and women...

The Melbourne Cup Carnival is just around the corner and as the clouds lift and skies turn blue for Spring, we wait in anticipation for the festivities to begin. One such event that has us all envious of...

The weekend saw the launch of Yellowglen House at Melbourne Cup Carnival Preview Day and this Spring Racing Carnival, Yellowglen are doing things a little differently. As the Official Sparkling Wine of the...

In an elaborate combination of elegance and flare, the book release of Fashion & Flemington launched by designer and contributing writer Leona Edmiston in her Melbourne GPO boutique commemorates fifty...

When you think of PJ’s, the obvious daggy flannel ones spring to mind.  The team behind Sleep’n Round have aimed to change that with their street style inspired PJ’s, good enough to wear...

Stylish men of Melbourne gathered at the flagship Harrolds Collins street store to celebrate the launch of Spring Summer 12/13 collections. As Australia’s luxury department store for men, Harrolds was in...

Set against the exotic backdrop of the Hasti Bala Bar in the Carlton Club, Fashion Connect took place on Thursday 13th September hot on the heels of MSFW. The colourful cocktail soiree united people of all...

Punk was the theme of the night as Marais was transformed into a lair of skulls and cross-bones to welcome Mastermind Japan into its very first Melbourne abode. The event was executed in true Mastermind...

The racing season exploded in an array of lights and colour as Carousel welcomed guests to the launch of the BMW Caufield Cup racing season. With Clint Simon and Jesinta Campbell co-hosting the night, the...

The launch of Emily Power and Antonia Acott’s new book   The latest go-to resource for boutique shopping in Melbourne was launched last night at the stunning Olsen Hotel on Chapel Street....

We are greeted with croissants, apricot Danishes and fresh coffee upon arrival at Bassike Hawksburn’s launch breakfast- the perfect beginning to a lazy Saturday.   Bassike’s very first...

Spring has finally arrived! And to kick off the new Spring/Summer collections The Gap teamed up with Grazia to celebrate the launch of Gap’s ‘Modern Icon’ range on Friday...

A vision in beaded lilac chiffon, Petrova Hammond was the pretty-in-pastel princess of the Lady Petrova palace on Thursday, as she celebrated her new collection and boutique renovations with sparkling wine...

JC Lloyd-Southwell d'Anvers and Dean Hewitt from Madam Virtue & Co. showing off their wonderful collection.   Circa played host this week to a fabulous luncheon featuring Melbourne’s own...

Alice Euphemia is the little shop with the big personality. Stocking the best fashion from Australia and New Zealand, Alice Euphemia has quickly become a must visit shopping destination for fashion die-hards....

Melbourne based fashion label, Kings of Carnaby, has once again expanded their presence on the Melbourne fashion scene and have blessed Brunswick St with their brand new retail...

With its signature purple sole, PeepToe shoes have quickly become popular with the fashion crowd. Last week Couturing attended the launch of the brands Chadstone store, which was filled to the roof with...

Five bloggers, a PR rep, a jewellery designer, two boutique owners and a tonne of modelling wax in a room set atop the fourth floor of the Carlow House in Melbourne. This was no ordinary night. A very...

Held at the beautiful Sofitel on Collins in Melbourne, this year’s L’Heure du Thé was a wonderful event. Creator of the high tea, Sha Anderson of Le Style, created the event to bring the spirit of France...

A was fashion with a mission. Leave the labeling to the designers, they say – reserve the labels for the clothes, not the people.   A wonderful collaboration between Prahran Mission and...

The angelic tones of Florence Welch and Marina & the Diamonds regaled attendees at the launch of Jacki Anderson’s debut handbag collection this week. For a collection designed as homage to strong,...

Shock-king Matcho Suba launched his AW12/13 collection “Chernobyl” in surreal style tonight. Decadently macabre, Suba’s collection is based around the 1986 nuclear disaster in the Ukraine; a historical...

  After what can be kindly-called a tumultuous few years for the Barkins name, they are well and truly back! And with great style I might add. The store, newly relocated from their Spencer Street DFO...

With a name that translates into “beautiful hunt”, Bellechasse’s 1st birthday was set to be an exciting affair. One of Australia’s premiere lingerie destinations, Bellechasse has created a luxurious...

On Friday, Topman hosted their first Australian ‘Fashion Friday’ in-store event. Made popular in the UK, Fashion Friday was created to showcase the new season collections.   Complimentary...

What better way to finish an amazing MBFWA 2012 than a Masquerade Party hosted by Fernando Frisoni. Held in the plush Stanford Hotel, sponsors such as Pentax, Campari, Napoleon, Canadian Club, Skyy Vodka,...

Couturing attended the launch of new Sichuan restaurant SHU. Founded by chef and restauranter Shu Liu, SHU promises to set a new standard in modern dining. With recipes passed down from Liu’s mother,...

Burberry is the master of classic iconic style - redefined. So how does one of the world largest fashion houses celebrate the new season campaign of it’s eyewear? With a worldwide party of...

Swoon – to be emotionally affected by something that one admires.      Last night Couturing attended the opening night of one of Melbourne’s newest boutiques, Swoon, and it was...

Last night was the official launch of Tsen’s new Autumn/Winter 12 collection, hosted by designer Adam Tsen at new restaurant Shu on Johnston Street in Collingwood.     Well known...

Fresh from the success of their showing in the Frankie Runway show at this year's LMFF, Limedrop launched their AW12 The Adventure Concept Store in Melbourne's GPO. The space was transformed into a...

  Spirit of the Black Dress is a fantastic fashion and sustainability initiative supported by a group of some of Australia’s most well known fashion industry figures, including Jane...

Last Thursday marked the launch of Cheap Thrills with a music, art and fashion-fuelled party at Hasti Bala, the new space in Melbourne's Carlton Hotel.       Inspired by his love...

Anyone one would think getting fired from Vogue and getting criticised by Karl Lagerfeld for writing a scathing review for one of his Chanel collection would be career suicide in the fashion industry. However,...

  Penthouse Mouse has officially launched it's 2012 season. Started in 2007 it has now become the it schedule to follow for independant fashion designers. In association with LMFF and part of the...

Over the weekend, emerging designer Cathleen Tan launched her latest collection Première for her label Cathleen Jia at the beautiful Domain Flowers in South Yarra.   The air was filled with the...

Starting with $1,100 in the bank in 1990, Steve Madden decided to follow his intuition and create a fashion forward footwear company, which would give consumers access to the latest trends and affordable...

Last night was the official launch of Couturing.com. Held at Melbourne's GPO. The event was not only a celebration of Couturing, but a celebration of fashion. Couturing teamed up with some of...

Amongst a runway lined with smoking lava and clouds of dry ice, Chanel presented a selection of pieces from its Autumn/Winter 2011/12 collection in the beautiful Old Exhibition Building in...

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...

  Last night, Australia welcomed its first Topshop in the Jam Factory building on Chapel Street, Melbourne. TOPSHOP MELBOURNE LAUNCH PARTY With hopes that TopShop will revive Chapel St and...

To celebrate the first birthday of Fashion Torque, Australia’s only live fashion chat show, stylist Philip Boon and designer Jenny Bannister hosted an invite only show at the Melbourne Town Hall. The show...