Overheard

"Sometimes we go from famine to feast."
Perhaps not the best choice of words when discussing 'poo catchers', eh Elle Roseby? The Sportsgirl chief executive laments the flood of harem pants in Australian retail stores.

"Do you love me? Touch my bottom."
Still south of the border, Peter Morrissey makes a cheeky offer to Sylvia, a Novotel staff member-come-model. The designer was in a jovial mood as he unveiled his uniform collection for the hotel group.

"I think the culture of the fashion industry is essentially immoral."
Never mind your bottom Morrissey, watch your back. The Australian Institute former director Clive Hamilton takes aim at Australian designers.