Overheard

"Very commonplace."

Probably speaking no more than a hop, skip and a jump away from the nearest Topshop, New Look, Next, Primark and H&M store, Ted Baker communication director Craig Smith offers a scathing take on the culture of designer knock-offs in Australia. Commonplace, eh?

"My tertiary background is not only in commerce, marketing and business management but also in conflict resolution and counselling."

Fashion agent Marris Fotheringham proves the fashion game is less about knock-offs and more about knock-outs.

"They make any a@*e look good and have a strong repeat business."

Extinct designer Simon Foretti reckons he's found a cheaper alternative to Weight Watchers - just pop of a pair of his high-rise jeans and you're as perky as a pilgrim.

"Moral support"

Who needs money when there's love? No doubt overcome by the spirit of World Youth Day pilgrims, milliner Serena Lindeman offers high praise for the type of government assistance she's received for her export operation.