PROJECT GRBAC

Perennially chic Juli Grbac of Project Runway fame was already renowned in her home town of Brisbane for timeless elegant pieces in fluid fabrics with a girly innocence, but last night Grbac showed the world’s media what we already knew.

Making her RAFW debut to a massive crowd @ The Cargo Theatre, the Collection was a stunning illustration of her trademark pretty dresses, flowing gowns & an abundance of pleats and drapery.

A refreshing injection of more tailored pieces, not yet seen from Grbac, included this season’s strong shoulder lines in beautiful silk, heavily embellished jackets.

A stellar inauguration to Australia’s top fashion week.

For more on Juli’s Collection go to: http://www.juligrbac.com.au
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Tracey Gillinder
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NOSTALGIC BRUNSDON

Jayson Brunsdon did not disappoint last night with his nostalgic, 50’s inspired collection. Beautifully tailored pieces and flowing floor length dresses were the star attraction @ RAFW’s Cargo Theatre.

Brunsdon sites his mother, Dorothy, as his muse for this Collection with a return to simplicity. Shirtdresses, shorts & sundresses in inconspicuously luxurious fabrics.

After a tough personal year this is Brunsdon’s first full show @ RAFW since 2006.

Read Melissa Hoyer's exclusive interview with Jayson Brunsdon @ Grazia Mag: http://grazia.ninemsn.com.au
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Tracey Gillinder
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SWIMWEAR GROUP SHOW HEATS UP RAFW

Today’s Swimwear Group Show certainly heat up an otherwise chilly Sydney day.

April Marie Swimwear opened with former Miss Universe Laura Dundovic & some seriously hot shoes (see pics).

The tempo stayed up with White Sands & a grand pair of Wittner boots in tan (Axel: $429.95, also available in black). Tribal chic from white sands with a dash of elegant black.

Kini Bikini sauntered crochet inspirations that left nothing to the imagination.

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Tracey Gillinder
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ANKLE BOOTS & LEGGINGS FOR FASH-PACK

Couture de jour today @ a chilly RAFW is overwhelmingly ankle boots & leggings.

The fash-pack is teetering along in them with consistent regularity. Loving Voodoo’s new denim look skinny pants leggings – ultra comfortable & oh-so-chic.

My current obsession is YSL's Cage ankle boot… If you’re happy to make the crazy investment, mine were procured @ Miss Louise (Collins St, Melbourne).

http://www.misslouise.com.au

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Tracey Gillinder
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FINETTI ARCHITECTURALISM A TRUE CLASSIC

Fashionista favourite, Nicola Finetti featured in Alex Perry’s usual spot on Monday night, with beautiful architectural pieces that will most certainly become wardrobe staples.

1920’s Art Deco, bold & powerful were his inspiration this collection. Futuristic, yet classic, sums up this collection with lux blacks, some bold colour & courageous mini’s. Shoes & couture to die for!

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Tracey Gillinder
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COOPER NOT MISUNDERSTOOD - HE ROCKED!

Day 1 @ RAFW wasn’t for the faint hearted. Only those with stamina & feet of steel were able to see this one out!

Despite the painful one hour wait, Wayne Cooper’s show was definitely worth it. With its Rock & roll theme the Collection was inspired by strong women like Jerry Hall & Deborah Harry.

Boobs, legs, slicked hair & reds lips – very sexy stuff. With an action packed front row including; girlfriend Heidi Houghting, Peter O’Brien, Miranda & Gracie Otto, Kerri-Anne Kennerly, Sarah Murdoch, Alex Perry & Jonathan Pease, Cooper’s show lead with the tune ‘ Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood’ & had all the ingredients for success, including the presence ex-partner Sarah Marsh & their children Ruby & Jude. Class act guys, it’s all about the kids.

Wayne has definitely claimed back his crown.

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(Pic: PR dynamo Amanda Archer & Sunny Abberton @ the Absolut Bar – Wayne Cooper after party )

SKY-HIGH HEELS CLAIM ONE ALREADY...

Here's hoping there’s no ‘Bambi’s first steps’ impersonations @ Wayne Cooper or Nicola Finetti tonight. Ginger & Smart this morning saw one down (see culprit, left). Sky-high stilettos & polished runways, always scary...

Keep you posted!

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Tracey Gillinder
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FASHION PACK DESCENDS ON SYDNEY

RAFW celebrates the beginning of event’s 14th year today with Camilla and Marc kicking off the week long gig @ Sydney’s Overseas Passenger Terminal this morning.

A burly assortment of Australia’s finest established and emerging designers, including: Ginger & Smart, Kirrily Johnston, Jayson Brunsdon, Lisa Ho, Nicola Finetti, Marnie Skillings, sass & bide, Wayne Cooper, Willow and Zimmermann will show alongside several of the freshest and most talked about faces of the Australian fashion scene such as Dion Lee, Ellery, Romance Was Born, Therese Rawsthorne, Juli Grbac and T.V. to name a few.

RAFW runways will also present one of the hottest line-ups of experienced Australian models ever seen at the event, with the likes of Myf Shepherd, Alyssa Sutherland, Emma Balfour, Alice Burdeu, Georgie Wass, Vanessa Milde and Stephanie Carta returning from the international runways to join the 5 day frock-fest.

High profile front rowers expected to attend throughout the week include Jennifer Hawkins, Emma Lung, Lara Bingle, Tori Praver, Sarah Murdoch, Kelly Landry, Kristy Hinze and Project Runway’s Henry Roth.

This afternoon’s highlights include the Wayne Cooper show @ 5pm followed by Nicola Finetti tonight and with the close of the Day One, the much anticipated Invitation Only MAC Event.

Stay tuned folks, keep you posted!

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Tracey Gillinder
http://twitter.com/traceygillinder

KILLEEN WIGS OUT

It seems Gretel Killeen is still reluctant to show off her new crop to the public, even when appearing on last night’s Rove. Killeen sported a brunette wig masquerading her new look, adding further to speculation that it won’t be revealed until she emerges for her first-time hosting gig @ the Logies.

Could this wig be one of Haddad’s collection…?

FIERCE & FABULOUS @ LIMES

All hale Damian Griffiths & his team @ Limes Hotel in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley for giving Brisbane women yet another reason to don their swankiest pairs of stilts & strut on up to their Rooftop Bar.

Those with clandestine aspirations to strut the catwalk in fabulous stilettos will find themselves overjoyed at next Thursday night’s The Devil Wears Prada Event @ the Rooftop Bar. (I suggest you were something more fabulous than the shoe in this image...).

The ladies only event will see our sassy sisters sipping on bubbly and cocktails, devouring the complimentary screening and canapés. Limes has style judges from event sponsor’s Gary Castles Sydney (James Street Boutique) to decide who will win the coveted “Most fierce and fabulous heels” prize valued at $600.

5.30pm start with judging between 6-7pm. Screening at 7.30pm.
For more information go to http://www.limeshotel.com.au/blog

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HIGH PROFILE HADDAD GETS THE GONG

Congratulations to Über driven, multi-award winning Carole Haddad, stylist to celebrities and Queensland’s high profile, for Monday night’s gong: Australian Hairdresser of the Year.

Rumour has it that high energy Haddad is responsible for Gretel Killeen’s new crop ‘do’ that may make its début at this year’s Logies…?

For more on Carole go to www.corcorz.com.au


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Tracey Gillinder
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UPDATES FROM RAFW NEXT WEEK!

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