The hard yards
Those in the fashion business love nothing more than a good knees-up and a chance to get out and about. Below Ragtrader produces the photographic evidence.
Solo summer show
Leona Edmiston (centre) treated guests to champagne and canapes at Sydney’s Quay restaurant before unveiling her spring/summer 2010/11 creations. The designer’s statement frocks were paired with broad brimmed hats from milliner Nerida Winter as well as sunglasses and accessories from Edmiston’s own range.
Tricks of the trade
At the ‘Preparing for RAFW 2010’ workshop, Austrade brought together experts from multiple fields to guide designers partaking in RAFW for the first time. Speakers included Fashion Group International director Serena Beirne and Austrade’s export advisor Susan Clowser. Pictured: Dana Mawlai of Mawlai and Jon and Renee Schembri of label By Johnny.
Summer on the Bay
The team at True Alliance chose Sydney’s Watson’s Bay as the scenic backdrop for its launch of Nautica’s spring/summer 2010/11 collection. The label offers casual wear for men, women and children and on hand to celebrate the unveiling was True Alliance owner Michael Hendler, David Jones buyer Baronia Fallshaw and Fairfax Media’s Clare Morton.