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An annual celebration of fashion,
arts, ideas and creative endeavour
for everyone to enjoy.
The Melbourne Fashion Festival Ltd exists to
profile and amplify Australian and international
creative talent, both locally and globally, by
embracing fashion in all its forms to inspire
consumers, support retailers and maximize
benefits to our stakeholders.
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CON T EN TS
CONTENTS
03 23
S OC I AL FAS H I ON
Socialise with us W E E KE ND I N
STONNI NGTON
04 High Tea
Fashion Weekend Runway
FAS H I ON Retailer events in City of Stonnington
Gala Runway
24
Premium Runways
Virgin Australia Grand Showcase
GQ Menswear Runway
National Graduate Showcase SHOP
Offsite Runways
Discover new retail experiences
Limited Edition Designer Clutches
10
Shop the Runway
T H E P L AZA
Eat, Drink, Play, Stay
13
F E ST I VAL
P L ANNE R
How to buy your tickets
18
I DE AS
Business Seminar
Business Breakfast: In Conversation
Fashion Industry Forums
International Women’s Day Forum
20 SY MB OL KE Y
VAMFF Gift
ARTS Bag Included
Fashion Film Series
Fashion Film Popcorn Screening The Plaza
Fashion Writing Series Workshop
Exhibitions, Performances and Talks
Wheelchair
accessible
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FAS H I O N
L AR GEST DESIGNER
LINE -UP OF THE FESTIVAL
G AL A RUNWAY
It’s the largest designer line-up of the Festival
featuring collections from dozens of David Jones’
leading Australian and International designers.
Join David Jones ambassadors Jesinta Franklin
and Jessica Gomes plus esteemed Australian
designers and celebrities as they descend upon
Melbourne for the Festival’s annual Gala Runway.
It’s an electric atmosphere and you’re invited to be
part of the excitement.
Designers include:
Bassike
Bec & Bridge
Camilla
Camilla and Marc
Christopher Esber
Jac + Jack
Jack London
KITX
Manning Cartell
macgraw
Scanlan Theodore
Viktoria + Woods
See the collection of the 2017 National Designer
Award winner in this Gala Runway.
More to be announced visit vamff.com.au.
Gala Runway
Presented by David Jones
Supported by Vogue Australia
Tuesday 14 March, 7.30PM and 9PM
(repeat show)
Royal Exhibition Building
Tickets from $59
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FAS H I O N
A DYNAMIC DISPL AY OF
GL AMOUR AND CREATIVITY
T HR I L L YO U R I N N E R ST Y L E S E E KE R WIT H A WE E K O F PRE MIUM RUNWAYS EACH W ITH ITS OW N DISTINCT STY LE.
Discover the latest fashion collections from
over 40 top Australian designers. From luxe
to low-key, from high-glamour to grungy, our
designers light up the runway with their own
unique brand of excellence. Lose yourself in the
electric atmosphere as the music rises, the lights
fade and the models take to the runway.
P RE MI U M RU NWAY 1
WEDNESDAY 15 MARCH 7:30PM
ROYAL EXHIBITION BUILDING
Presented by vogue.com.au and
AMP Capital Shopping Centres
Supported by L’Oréal Paris at Priceline Pharmacy
Albus Lumen
ALICE MCCALL
Bassike
Bianca Spender
Christopher Esber
KITX
Scanlan Theodore
STRATEAS CARLUCCI
P RE MI U M RU NWAY 2
WEDNESDAY 15 MARCH 9PM
ROYAL EXHIBITION BUILDING
Presented by ELLE Australia
Supported by Schwarzkopf at Priceline Pharmacy
Acler
alice McCALL
Bec & Bridge
LIFEwithBIRD
Kaliver
Michael Lo Sordo
Morrison
P RE MI U M RU NWAY 3
THURSDAY 16 MARCH 7:30PM
ROYAL EXHIBITION BUILDING
BY JOHNNY
Presented by Harper’s BAZAAR
and AMP Capital Shopping Centres
Supported by Revlon at Priceline Pharmacy
Carla Zampatti
Dion Lee
Ginger & Smart
macgraw
Manning Cartell
Romance Was Born
Yeojin Bae
P RE MI U M RU NWAY 4
FRIDAY 17 MARCH 7:30PM
ROYAL EXHIBITION BUILDING
Presented by Shop Til You Drop
Supported by Rimmel at Priceline Pharmacy
Finders
Isabelle Quinn
Keepsake
S.Wallis
Talulah
BIANCA SPENDER CARLA ZAMPATTI We Are Kindred
Wild.Horses
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P RE MI U M RU NWAY 5
SATURDAY 18 MARCH 7:30PM
GI F T BAG INCLUDED AT ROYAL EXHIBITION BUILDING
A LL PREMIUM RUNWAYS Presented by InStyle and Victoria Racing Club
AN D T H E V IRG IN AUSTRA L I A Supported by Schwarzkopf at Priceline Pharmacy
GR A N D S HOWCASE VALU E D BY JOHNNY
Camilla
AT OV ER $100 RRP. Misha Collection
Rachel Gilbert
Thurley
White Suede
Zhivago
P RE MI U M RU NWAY 6
SATURDAY 18 MARCH 9PM
ROYAL EXHIBITION BUILDING
Presented by RUSSH
Supported by Glam Lashes at Priceline Pharmacy
Anna Quan
Búl
Kacey/Devlin
KUWAII
RYDER
Viktoria + Woods
P RE MI U M RU NWAY 7
SUNDAY 19 MARCH 9PM
ROYAL EXHIBITION BUILDING
Presented by Oyster
Supported by Nude by Nature at Priceline Pharmacy
Eugénie
GARBAGE tv
Kloke
KEEPSAKE
Pageant
Wynn Hamlyn
VIR GIN AUSTRALIA GRAND SHOWCASE
C A MI L L A A N D M A R C I S C E L E B R ATE D I N A STRI K I NG,
O N E O F A K I N D S P E C TAC L E .
Always a knockout, the Virgin Australia Grand
Showcase celebrates the extraordinary talents
of one of Australia’s most successful and globally
recognised designers. This year Camilla and
Marc take the honour. The brother-sister duo
Camilla Freeman-Topper and Marc Freeman
have established a sophisticated tone reflecting
the ease of the Australian lifestyle. Their
contemporary and effortlessly elegant designs
are a stand out in luxury womenswear. For long
time fans of Camilla and Marc, don’t miss this
special event.
Virgin Australia Grand Showcase
Featuring Camilla and Marc
Presented by marie claire
Thursday 16 March, 9PM
Royal Exhibition Building
Tickets from $59
CAMILLA AND MARC CAMILLA AND MARC TICKETEK.COM.AU/VAMFF
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FAS H I O N
MODERN MAS CULINITY
ON THE RUNWAY
T HE E VO LU TI O N O F ME N ’ S STY L E CO N TI N U E S I N S P E C TACULAR FASHI O N.
Australian Menswear has evolved and it's only
getting better. Classic, contemporary, colourful
and creative designs take to the runway in
the largest menswear designer line-up in the
Festival’s history. Stick with the stylish crowd
after the runway at the GQ Menswear After Party
at Spice Market. All GQ Menswear Runway ticket
holders gain free entry plus a free Asahi Super
Dry on arrival at Spice Market.
DES IG N ERS Aquila
Dom Bagnato HAN
M.J. Bale AMXANDER
Arthur Galan AG Jack London
Calibre Autonomy
GQ Menswear Runway
Presented by Asahi Super Dry
Friday 17 March, 9PM
Royal Exhibition Building
Tickets from $59
Menswear Runway After Party
Spice Market, Beaney Lane, Melbourne
Upgrade your night with a GQ Menswear
Runway package. This VIP package
includes priority entry to Spice Market,
access to a dedicated VIP area and 3 x
drink vouchers redeemable for house
wines and Asahi Super Dry.
Upgrade Package $65
TICKETEK.COM.AU/VAMFF JACK LONDON ARTHUR GALAN AG TY-LR
WE’VE SEEN THE FUTURE,
AND IT’S BRIGHT
FAS H I O N D O E S N ’ T G E T F R E S H E R TH A N TH I S . F R O M H UND REDS O F
A P P L I C ATI O N S O N LY TH E B E ST G R A D UATE S MA K E I T TO T HE RUNWAY.
Discover the future leaders of fashion.
Handpicked graduates from renowned fashion
institutions and universities debut their designs
on a world-class stage for the first time.
Here the boundaries of fashion and art blur
with unrestrained style and limitless creativity.
This is the kind of career kick-start young
dreams are made of. Watch it unfold.
National Graduate Showcase
Presented by AMP Capital
Shopping Centres
Supported by Fashion Journal
Sunday 19 March, 7.30PM
Royal Exhibition Building
Tickets from $59
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OFFSITE RUNWAYS
E X P LO R E U N B R IDLE D CRE AT IVIT Y T H RO UG H O UT MARCH AS A VAR IETY OF INDEP ENDENTLY
P R ODUCE D RUNWAYS DIS RUPT ME LB O URNE ’ S URBAN CITYSCAP ES.
LU SH T ERRA I N S K E TCH RUNWAY H E W AW1 7 RUNWAY OF NEW GLOBAL INDIGENOUS RUNWAY
CO LLE CT IO N ‘ H YBR ID’ SUPPORTED BY CREATIVE VICTORIA
Discover carefully cultivated fashion inspired by Follow the thread of the creative process from
sustainable methods and materials. Designers conception to execution. Presented by students and Menswear label HEW showcases its new collection There is no single creation story among Indigenous
Surrender Yoga, EDITION by Alice Sutton, Gehrich, alumni from the Academy of Design Australia, see ‘Hybrid’, a collaboration with London based textile peoples, although there are similarities and the Global
Cadia Belante and Heidi Hibberd invite you to emerging designer fashion set against projections, designer Rachel Kelly. Inspired by 1930s Miami, prints Indigenous Runway presented by Global Indigenous
Lush Terrain. sculpture, props lighting and backdrops, coordinated resemble geometrics found in art deco architecture Management brings these stories to life. Australian
by acclaimed Stylist and Creative Director Virginia along Ocean Drive. Prints are digitally printed on 100% Aboriginal, NZ Maori, Native American, First Nations
Thursday 2 March, 7PM - 9PM Dowzer. cotton and continue to focus on high quality detailing and Pacific Nation designers gather together to tell
Fitzroy Conservatory, 230 Wellington Parade,
in design. Purchase new styles with special offers on their creation stories through design, fashion and
East Melbourne Friday 3 March, 7PM - 9PM
the night. artistic direction. Come and take a look as they share
Tickets $25 available at eventopia.com James Makin Gallery, 67 Cambridge Street,
their beauty, culture and creative practices with the
Collingwood Thursday 9 March, 6.30PM - 8.30PM fashion world.
Tickets $11.70 from eventopia.com available Visit vamff.com.au for details
at eventopia.com Saturday 18 March, 5PM - 6PM
Melbourne Museum, 11 Nicholson St, Carlton
Tickets from $35 available at
globalindigenousmanagement.com
ALC ASTO N G A L L ERY P R E S E NTS T H E FAS H IO N ADVO CAT E RUNWAY PRIVAT E LIAIS O N STAND STILL
PL EATS X 3
Celebrate Australian made fashion and unique style. Expect an evening of enchantment at the anticipated Melbourne labels, Abbey Rich, Caitlin She, Campbell
Independent Melbourne fashion designers Kara Baker, Bringing together independent labels from around launch of Melbourne luxury lingerie brand Private Charlotte and Eat Me Do come together to present a
Nevada Duffy and Alice Edgeley push pleating into Australia, The Fashion Advocate Runway will showcase Liaison. This exclusive range is created from the finest collaborative collection that is part performance, part
new dimensions in an exclusive runway. Each designer the cool, the quirky and the quintessential look of french leavers lace, unique materials and silks sourced exhibition and part fashion show. Drawing attention to
presents a capsule collection of their autumn/winter Australian fashion while promoting local production from around the world. Find luxury, femininity and the artistic process, the designers explore shades of
2017 designs to showcase the craft of handmade and ethical manufacturing. The Fashion Advocate is a beauty with Private Liaison. red. Red draws attention, symbolises action and
pleating. Their collective hope is to ensure the survival Melbourne-based magazine and blog dedicated to directs its viewer to come to a halt. As designers and
promoting Australian made, ethical, sustainable and Thursday 9 March, 7.30PM artists who work with slower production methods, the
of this specialist trade. The three designers will look to
‘slow’ fashion. Editor Claire Goldsworthy is determined The Den @ The Atlantic colour was chosen to represent a pause and help us
the Specialty Pleaters archives for vintage pleating
to develop a market that Australian fashion designers Crown Entertainment Complex, 8 Whiteman Street consider the process of creating what we wear, how
moulds to inspire their respective collections.
can thrive in. Her motto is “buy less, choose well, shop South Melbourne we wear it and how we can consume more
10 March, 6:30PM - 8PM local”. #TFArunway See vamff.com.au for details consciously.
Alcaston Gallery, 11 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
Tickets from $28 available at eventbrite.com.au Saturday 11 March, 7PM - Late Thursday 9 March, 7PM - 9PM
See vamff.com.au for details Gallery Smith, 170-174 Abbotsford Street,
North Melbourne
See vamff.com.au for details
INTERN AT I O N A L R U NWAYS N E X T A/W 201 7 RUNWAY (UK) INT E RNAT IO NAL DESIGNER INTER NATIONAL DESIGNER
S H OWCAS E 1 : INDONESIA SHOWCASE 2 : CHINA
Melbourne will play host to international fashion on the Secure your seat for a show stopping showcase from
runway in 2017, with a series of shows that are free to the UK’s number one e-retailer, Next. In a must-see Presented by Trade Victoria Presented by Trade Victoria
attend at the Melbourne Museum Precinct. catwalk ‘Under The Blade’ in the Festival Plaza, Wednesday 15 March, 10AM Wednesday 15 March, 11.30AM
experience a sneak peek to the brand’s upcoming AW Touring Hall, Melbourne Museum, Carlton Touring Hall, Melbourne Museum, Carlton
2017 collection as Next presents the latest in on-trend, Tickets from Ticketek, Free Tickets from Ticketek, Free
wearable fashion for women, men and kids direct from
the UK. See vamff.com.au for designer listings and other See vamff.com.au for designer listings and other
event information. event information.
Thursday 16 March, 6.30PM
The Plaza, Melbourne Museum Precinct
9 Nicholson Street, Carlton
Tickets from Ticketek, Free
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T H E PL AZ A
THE PL AZA
S E T T L E INTO T H E ST YLE S CE NE AT ME LB O URNE ’ S LIVE LIEST FASHION PARTY.
#T H E PLAZA
If you want to get closer to the world of fashion,
allow plenty of time before or after your runway
show to meet and mingle at The Plaza Supported
by City of Melbourne. Sip champagne under the
stars as this open air fashion hub comes alive with
live music and entertainment every evening from
5.30PM, 14-19 March.
Catch a glimpse of fashion designers, editors,
models and celebrities as they rush from the red
carpet to the front row. Get snapped by street
style photographers, meet your favourite bloggers
or simply soak up the lively atmosphere with
friends for free. The Plaza is open to all fashion
lovers so even if you don’t have a ticket to the
runway, you’re invited to eat, drink, play and stay
a little while at The Plaza.
For more information on The Plaza, visit
vamff.com.au/plaza
The Plaza
Supported by City of Melbourne
Melbourne Museum
and Royal Exhibition Precinct
9 Nicholson Street, Carlton
Open 14–19 March
5.30PM–11PM
FREE
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EAT, DRINK,
PL AY, STAY
FESTIVA L OF BEAU T Y P O P - U P FE ST IVAL B AR P R ESENTED BY ASAHI SUP ER DRY
Get the latest looks straight from the runway at the Priceline Pharmacy Festival of Beauty Pop-Up. This is the place to be seen and the best place to enjoy a refreshing beverage with your fashionable
Learn what beauty trends will be making headlines with must-have looks, products, and tips from its friends. It brings a touch of Japanese elegance, stunning greenery, lounges and plenty of ice cold beer.
expert beauty team at The Plaza daily from 5:30PM. Be sure to drop by and get captured in front of the Asahi photo wall while you’re there.
L AVAZZ A C A F É W E ST FIE LD PH OTO OAS IS WINDS O R S MIT H P OP -UP MER CEDES-BENZ
Lavazza serve up an abundance of stylish coffee Immerse yourself in a world of fantasy and On and off the runway, strut your stuff the Trend setting design is a vital component for
treats for Festival goers. Try a classic cup of discover your ultimate shopping experience. Windsor Smith way. Stop by the Windor Smith fashion and cars. Visit the Mercedes-Benz display
coffee, a delicious coffee cocktail or a sweet treat Step into Westfield Doncaster’s opulent oasis space at The Plaza for the full runway experience, and celebrate over 20 years of commitment
from the dessert bar. When you visit the Lavazza from 14 to 19 March. Your stylish sanctuary in with event guests, style-setters and a sneak peek to fashion and design. Located in the heart of
cafe, purchase a classic coffee for your chance the heart of The Plaza, it’s the perfect place to of the footwear trends for 2017. Be on the lookout The Plaza, share your fashion moment with
to win a trip to Milan the fashion capital, or one capture and share your most fashionable Festival for WS scouts to go into the draw of winning the Mercedes-Benz stylish C-Cabriolet.
of four A Modo Mio Jolie Machines. This is a moments direct to your news feed. shoe-drobe of your dreams.
tantalising showcase for you to sample the Italian
Way of Life with a modern twist.
CH AND ON S BA R 6 F T 6 WINE G ARDE N MIST WO O D G IN TASTING BAR CHADSTONE FASHION TV
Enjoy Chandon all across the Festival and be one Life’s too short to settle for the ordinary, that’s Unlock the mystery of gin and sample Mist Wood, Check out the “Chadstone Channel” to receive
of the first to try the newest Chandon product why 6Ft6 is your go-to wine for good times. a premium, pot still gin paired with sparkling all the style exclusives and your need-to-know
to hit the runway, Chandon S. This blend of 6Ft6 bring their good times to the Festival; with water and unique flavour combinations. A light sartorial news direct from the runways. Shop the
Chandon Sparkling and hand crafted orange an immersive social playground, creating the and refreshing drink with just a hint of sweetness, looks at Chadstone The Fashion Capital – a truly
bitters served over ice is the perfect Festival perfect oasis to see and be seen while taking in all the Mist Wood Gin Tasting Bar will be the place tailor made experience. Visit chadstone.com.au
aperitif. The Plaza action. Whether you're mingling over to try this drink and strike a pose. It’s the flavour
a bottle of Pinot Gris or lingering over a glass of of gin reinvented.
Pinot Noir, it's the ideal hub to create and capture
your most memorable Festival moments.
ISSU E T WO | 1 1B E AUTY
BEAUTY ON AND
OFF THE RUNWAY
KENNETH STODDART, RAE MORRIS,
PRICELINE PHARMACY HAIR DIRECTOR PRICELINE PHARMACY MAKE-UP DIRECTOR
For the third year, Priceline Pharmacy is the K E N N E T H STO DDART R AE MOR R IS
Official Hair & Beauty Partner of the Festival. What kind of hair looks are we going to see at the Festival? What kind of makeup looks are we going to see at the Festival?
Along with international beauty experts
It is always nice at a show to have a surprise with hair and makeup so We need to create looks that not only are fashion forward, but are wearable
Rae Morris and Kenneth Stoddart, Priceline
I don’t want to give away too much, but I do expect to see a lot of texture and suit a multitude of models. You can expect to see anything from 80’s
Pharmacy is excited to mould the shape of the
and individuality in the looks. glam, to barely there, 70’s grunge to 90’s pop.
beauty looks for the 2017 Festival.
The world renowned hair and makeup experts
Which product do you go through the most of backstage? Which product do you go through the most of backstage?
will be setting the trends with must-have looks,
products, and tips and tricks of the season. Here Judging by what we are forecasting, there will be a lot of mousse, dry Oh so many Swisspers blotting papers! Egyptian Magic is another of my
are their insider’s tips on what we can expect to shampoo and texturizing sprays. favourites – the shine it gives is incredible. You can use it to highlight the
see on the runway. skin, moisturise cuticles, comb it through brows, and to gloss lips.
What are you most excited about for this Festival?
I am most excited about the choice of talent as more diversity in our models What is your go-to look when attending fashion events?
brings much more diversity in the hair lengths and textures. Either polished eyeliner with lots of mascara, or it’s a bold red matte lip with
lots of lashes.
What is a great go-to look for attending fashion events?
A great go-to look for attending fashion events is a hair knot or bun as it What’s the biggest beauty lesson you’ve learnt?
looks effortless and cool.
When you think you’ve blended something, give it 10 more strokes. Cameras
these days are sharper than our natural eye, so it’s all in the detail.
G E T T H E L AT E S T
R U N WAY L O O K S
WITH THE PRICELINE PHARMACY
B E A U T Y A D V I S O R S AT T H E
F E S T I VA L O F B E A U T Y P O P - U P
Open everyday from 5:30pm in The Plaza
from 14-19 March
Photo: Lucas Dawson Photography
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2017 FESTIVAL
FE STI VAL P L A N N E R
PLANNER
MARCH 2017
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Premium Runways
4 Gala Runway presented by David Jones, supported by Vogue Australia Royal Exhibition Building 7.30PM - 8.30PM •
4 Gala Runway presented by David Jones, supported by Vogue Australia Royal Exhibition Building 9PM - 10PM •
Premium Runway 1, presented by vogue.com.au and
6 Royal Exhibition Building 7.30PM - 8.30PM •
AMP Capital Shopping Centres
6 Premium Runway 2, presented by ELLE Australia Royal Exhibition Building 9PM - 10PM •
Premium Runway 3, presented by Harper's BAZAAR and
6 Royal Exhibition Building 7.30PM - 8.30PM •
AMP Capital Shopping Centres
Virgin Australia Grand Showcase Featuring Camilla and Marc,
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7 Royal Exhibition Building 9PM - 10PM •
presented by marie claire
6 Premium Runway 4, presented by SHOP Til You Drop Royal Exhibition Building 7.30PM - 8.30PM •
8 GQ Menswear Runway, presented by Asahi Super Dry Royal Exhibition Building 9PM - 10PM •
7 Premium Runway 5, presented by InStyle and Victoria Racing Club Royal Exhibition Building 7.30PM - 8.30PM •
7 Premium Runway 6, presented by RUSSH Royal Exhibition Building 9PM - 10PM •
8 National Graduate Showcase, presented by Fashion Journal Royal Exhibition Building 7.30PM - 8.30PM •
7 Premium Runway 7 presented by Oyster Royal Exhibition Building 9PM - 10PM •
Offsite and International Runways
9 Sketch Runway James Makin Gallery 7PM - 9PM •
9 Stand Still Gallery Smith 7PM - 9PM •
9 Private Liaison Crown Entertainment Complex 7.30PM - 9PM •
9 Alcaston Gallery presents Pleats x Three Alcaston Gallery 6.30PM - 8PM •
9 The Fashion Advocate Runway See vamff.com.au for details 7PM - Late •
9 International Designer Showcase 1: Indonesia Melbourne Museum Touring Hall 10AM - 10.30AM •
9 International Designer Showcase 2: China Melbourne Museum Touring Hall 11AM - 11.30AM •
9 Next A/W 2017 Runway The Plaza, Melbourne Museum Precinct 6.30PM - 7PM •
9 Global Indigenous Runway Melbourne Museum @ Discovery Centre Foyer 5PM - 6PM •
Fitzroy Conservatory, 230 Wellington Parade,
9 Lush Terrain 7PM - 9PM •
East Melbourne
9 HEW AW17 Runway of new collection 'Hybrid' Visit vamff.com.au for details 6.30PM - 8.30PM •
Special Events
25 MYER Runway MYER Bourke St 5.30PM & 7PM •
8 GQ Menswear After Party Spice Market 10PM - Late •
14 Festival After Parties Spice Market 10PM - Late • • •
All Day Events
23 Fashion Weekend in Stonnington All precincts within City of Stonnington Various • •
N/A Australian Guineas Day Visit flemington.com.au for details Visit flemington.com.au for details •
N/A Super Saturday featuring the Flemington Grazing Trail & Cellar Door Visit flemington.com.au for details Visit flemington.com.au for details •
N/A Autumn Raceday Visit flemington.com.au for details Visit flemington.com.au for details •
Ideas (Business Events Program)
19 International Women's Day Forum Melbourne Museum Touring Hall Promenade 8AM - 9.30AM •
19 Fashion Industry Forum 1 Melbourne Museum Theatre 11AM - 12.30PM (Open 10.30AM) •
19 Fashion Industry Forum 2 Melbourne Museum Theatre 4.30PM - 6PM •
18 Business Breakfast: In Conversation Melbourne Museum Touring Hall 8AM - 9.30AM •
18 Business Seminar Melbourne Museum Touring Hall 12PM - 5PM (Open 11.30AM) •
Ideas
19 K&L Gates Law Breakfast K&L Gates, Level 25 South Tower, 525 Collins Street 7.30AM - 9AM •
19 Practicology e-Commerce Workshop Melbourne Museum Theatre 8AM - 11.30AM •
A Good Evening: How Fashion can empower women, presented by
19 Sunmoth, 28 Niagara Lane, Melbourne 7PM - 9PM •
well made clothes and kuwaii
19 Claire Press Book Launch Visit vamff.com.au for details Visit vamff.com.au for details •
19 Nora Retail Roadshow Visit vamff.com.au for details 9AM - 3PM •
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Arts (Writing)
20 Fashion Writing Series Workshop Melbourne Museum Theatre 12.30PM - 5.30PM •
Arts (Film)
20 Fashion Film Series Presented by RUSSH, Supported by Val Morgan Fed Square VAMFF.COM.AU • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
20 Fashion Film Popcorn Screening Fed Square 6.30PM •
Arts (Exhibitions)
First Site Gallery, Storey Hall Basement,
21 Anthropocene 11AM - 5PM • • • • • • •
344 Swanston Street, Melbourne
Launch, 9 March, 6PM - 8PM
21 BLINDSIDE Exhibitions BLINDSIDE, 714, 37 Swanston Street, Melbourne • • • • • • • •
Tues - Sat, 12PM - 6PM
Launch, 9 March, 6.30PM - 8.30PM
21 Faces + Masks Exhibition Hellenic Museum, 280 William Street, Melbourne • • • • • • • • • •
Tues - Sun, 10AM - 4PM
Launch, 16 Feb, 6PM - 8PM
RMIT Design Hub,
21 High Risk Dressing / Critical Fashion Tues - Fri, 11AM - 6PM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Corner Swanston Street & Victoria Street, Carlton
Sat 12PM - 5PM
Italian Fashion at the Paris End: the Madame Serini Collection
21 Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne 10AM - 5PM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
co-presented with Museums Victoria
21 Lisa Waup x Verner Craft, 31 Flinders Lane, Melbourne Available to view all day • • • •
21 Memories are the fabric of a family fortyfivedownstairs, 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne 6.30PM – 9PM •
21 Melbourne Museum and Sovereign Hill present A Victorian Silhouette Melbourne Museum, Carlton 6PM - 7.30PM •
21 Mr Simon says...Goodbye Brighton International, 81 Bay Street, Brighton 3PM & 7PM •
Launch, 10 March, 7PM - 8PM
21 Seam, Seam Turnbridge Manor, 8/97 Albert Street, East Melbourne • • • •
12PM - 5PM
Launch, 13 March, 6PM - 8PM
21 Selvedge Space at Collins, Level 1, 278 Collins Street Melbourne Tues - Fri, 11AM - 4PM • • • • • • •
Sat & Sun 11AM - 3PM
21 The Social Studio Block Party 2017 Collingwood Arts Precinct, 35 Johnston St, Collingwood 12PM - 6PM •
Launch, 7 March, 5PM - 7PM
21 Soxhibition fortyfivedownstairs, 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne Tues - Fri, 11AM - 5PM • • • • • • • • • • •
Sat 12PM - 4PM
Mon -Fri 10:30AM – 6PM
21 Miranda Skoozek: Desmilado Pieces of Eight, 28 Russell Place, Melbourne • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Sat 10AM – 5PM
Tues - Thurs, 10AM - 4PM
Jewish Museum of Australia, 26 Alma Road, St Kilda
21 Tassels and Tefilin Fri - 10AM - 3PM • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Sun - 10AM - 5PM
Tinning Street Presents Gallery, Launch, 2 March, 6PM - 9PM
21 Wear Me • • • • • • • • • • • •
5/29 Tinning Street, Brunswick Thurs - Sun, 11AM - 5PM
Arts (Performances/Experiences)
Cirque Du Soleil presents Kooza and an exclusive backstage Big Top, Flemington Racecourse, 448 Epsom Road,
22 8PM •
VIP experience Flemington
22 Ladies in Black Regent Theatre, 191 Collins Street, Melbourne Visit www.marrinergroup.com.au • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
22 The Fabulon Collingwood Town Hall, 140 Hoddle Street 8PM - 11PM •
Mon - Fri, 9.30AM - 5PM
22 Fibre and Fashion Film Series National Wool Museum, 26 Moorabool Street, Geelong • • •
Sat & Sun - 10AM - 5PM
22 Pearl Notes Paspaley Boutique, 123 Collins Street, Melbourne 6PM •
22 A stitch in time, a place of mine See vamff.com.au for details Evening •
Arts (Talks)
3 March, 10.30AM - 11.30AM,
12.30PM - 1.30PM & 2PM - 3PM
22 Behind the scenes with pageant NGV International, 180 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne • •
4 March, 12.30PM – 1.30PM (teens
only program) & 2PM – 3PM
22 Forum and Workshops on Fabric Printing The Bowery Theatre, 309C Main Road East, St. Albans 11AM - 4PM •
22 Fictional Characters, Fashion Icons The Johnston Collection, East Melbourne 2PM - 3.30PM •
22 Haute Couture Houses The Johnston Collection, East Melbourne 10AM - 11.30AM •
22 Repro Retro The Johnston Collection, East Melbourne 10AM - 11.30AM •
9 March, 12.30PM - 1.15PM
22 Sequin-Savvy: A history of calisthenics fashion State Library Victoria, 328 Swanston Street, Melbourne • •
18 March, 2PM - 2.45PM
The Plaza
The Plaza is open to all fashion lovers so even if you don’t have
a ticket to the runway, you’re invited you to eat, drink, play and Melbourne Museum and Royal Exhibition Precinct
10 5.30PM - 11PM • • • • • •
stay a little while at The Plaza. For more information on The Plaza, 9 Nicholson Street, Carlton
visit vamff.com.au/plaza
Shop
23 Fashion Weekend in Stonnington All precincts within City of Stonnington Various • •
23 High Tea presented by the City of Stonnington Malvern Town Hall 11AM - 1PM & 2.30PM - 4.30PM •
23 Fashion Weekend Runway Malvern Town Hall 1PM - 2PM •
11 Westfield Doncaster AW17 Fashion Weekend Westfield Doncaster Sat, 9AM - 6PM, Sun, 10AM - 5PM • •
24 Shop It Various Various • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
*Event listings accurate at time of printing. Times are subject to change.
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NECKPIECE BY DINOSAUR DESIGNS
16 | V I RG IN AU ST R A L IA M ELBO U RNE FAS H IO N FE STIVA LT RAV EL IN ST Y L E
THERE’S A NEW WORLD
STANDARD IN DOMESTIC
BUSINESS CLASS
Introducing ‘The Business’.
Flying coast to coast on the Virgin Australia A330.
ISSU E T WO | 1 7IDE AS
BUSINESS EVENTS PR OGRAM
BU SINESS B U S INE SS B RE AK FAST:
SEM INAR I N CO NVE RSAT IO N
P RO G RA MMED W ITH P UR P OSE, T HIS EV EN T IS GE A R E D TO F U E L YO U R I N N OVATI V E L E AD ERS I N T HEI R FI ELD K I CKSTART YO UR DAY WI T H I NSPI RI NG
I M AG INATION . CAP TIVAT I N G G LOBA L L EA D ER S TA K E TO TH E STAG E TO A N D W H O L E - H E ART ED I NSI GHTS I NTO T HE B USI NESS O F FASHI O N.
SH ARE THEIR FIRST-HA N D EXP ER I EN C E BR I N G IN G I DE AS TO L I F E , D I S R U P TI N G H OSTE D BY G LY NI S T RAI LL-NASH, FASHI O N ED I TO R T HE AUST RALI AN.
I N DUSTRY NORMS, LE A R N IN G T HR OU G H IN N OVATI O N A N D F I N DI N G S U CC E SS
A LO NG THE WAY. GET SET TO L EA R N , CON N EC T A N D B E I N S P I R E D AT TH I S
Y E AR’S BUSIN ESS SE M IN A R . HOST ED BY G LYN I S TR A I L L- N AS H , FAS H I O N
EDITO R THE AUSTRAL I A N .
LU CA ALESSI - FOURT H G EN ER AT I ON PAOLO Z E G N A - C H A I R M A N AT
DE S IG N COLLA BORATOR , A L ESSI ER M EN E G I L D O Z E G N A (I TA LY )
( ITALY & HON G KON G )
Italian born Paolo Zegna has covered many positions
Luca Alessi is a fourth generation member of a family in Ermenegildo Zegna Group, most famously known
synonymous with design and innovation. His career for it’s high-end Italian apparel for men, since joining
has taken him from New York to Hong Kong for in 1981. He is the Chairman of the Ermenegildo Zegna
De'Longhi Group and now he is Commercial Director Holditalia S.p.A Board of Directors and also serves
APAC for the family company Alessi. He continues as Vice-President of Altagamma, the Association of
Alessi’s path creating world-class products that fit Italian Luxury Brands. Paulo is a true ambassador for
right in all over the world. Italian luxury.
CY N TH I A R OW L EY RACHEL M USCAT
DE S I G N E R A N D ENT REPRENEUR GLO B AL CAT EGO RY D I RECTO R -
(U SA ) STAT EM ENT CO LLAB O RAT I O NS AD I DAS
O RI GI NALS (GERM ANY )
Designer Cynthia Rowley is a must-see at every fashion
week for her whimsical yet refined womenswear. With over 15 years experience in the fashion industry,
including 10 years on the category-leading, adidas global
Cynthia was awarded a CFDA Award as well as
team, Rachel has become a critical force in the world of
‘Designer of the Year’ at the American Image Awards,
streetwear.
is the author of five best-selling books, has appeared
on many TV shows, and is the founder of Exhibition A, Having earned a reputation for identifying trends and
an institutionally-recognised source for contemporary reshaping both the footwear and apparel industries,
art editions. Rachel has forged adidas' partnerships and collaborations
with celebrated, global design talents such as Jeremy
Scott, Palace skateboards, Mary Katrantzou. Her most
recent projects the adidas brand's hugely successful
alliances with Pharrell Williams and Kanye West have
resulted in award-winning work and highly sought after
sneaker silhouettes, including Williams' HU NMD styles
and the immensely popular YEEZY BOOST series of
sneakers. Managing the strategy of both these massive
partnerships, Rachel's work has helped pioneer the
current craze for sneakers seen worldwide.
ALEXANDRE ELICHA & NICOLAS DREYFUS J OA N N A G U N N - C H I E F B R A N D
FOUNDERS OF THE KOOPLES (FRANCE) OF F I C E R , L A N E C R AW FO R D
( HON G KO N G )
As part of the brotherly trio behind The Kooples,
co-founder Alexandre Elicha (pictured left) leads the With over two decades experience in retail, Joanna Business Seminar Business Breakfast: In Conversation
artistic direction of the line. He is currently shaking up Gunn now oversees Lane Crawford’s award-winning Presented by State Government Supported by Deloitte
the fashion house with a nonchalant style enhanced Buying & Merchandising, Visual Product Presentation, of Victoria & NAB Thursday 16 March, 8AM - 9.30AM
by impeccable tailoring know-how that the brand Editorial, Creative and Design departments. She’s the Supported by WISH Melbourne Museum, Touring Hall, Carlton
has built its reputation on. The Kooples co-founder brains behind several new creative collaborations and Friday 17 March, 12PM–4PM Tickets $160
Nicolas Dreyfus (pictured right) has led the creative is passionate about scouting emerging design talents. Networking Drinks, 4PM–5PM
design and product development functions of the Expect a wealth of brand sensibility on the stage. Melbourne Museum, Touring Hall, Carlton
business since it began in 2008. He brings an innate Sit down lunch included in ticket price
understanding of what makes a great product, guiding Tickets $450
his team on designs, purchasing, merchandising and
architecture that has led to the rapid expansion of
The Kooples.
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18 | V I RG IN AU ST R A L IA M E LBO U RNE FAS H IO N FE STIVA LIDEAS
FAS H ION IN DUSTRY FOR UM S
Fashion and retail industry pros deliver local intel and
electrifying debates that provide insight into our
industry’s hottest talking points. Hosted by Damien
Woolnough, Consulting Editor, Honey at Nine
Entertainment Co.
Fashion Industry Forum 1
Morals, ethics and sustainability with purpose: why
creative industries and their customers and clients
should care. Does it even really matter? Is it a hindrance
or opportunity to propel creative endeavor? How can
responsible business practice in the creative sector assist
in enabling sustainable business success. Sustainability is
not just about ensuring supply chains are ethically vetted,
it speaks to all aspects of the creative process.
Fashion Industry Forum 2
Fash Tech, Fast Track.
How is technology shaping the future of the creative
industries, and fast tracking creativity and design?
The panellists discuss how technology can support
businesses today and into the future, and fast track
brands’ connectivity with their consumers.
Fashion Industry Forum 1
Supported by Ragtrader LIVE & NAB
Wednesday 15 March, 11AM–12.30PM
Melbourne Museum Theatre, Carlton
Tickets $40
Fashion Industry Forum 2
Supported by Ragtrader LIVE & NAB
Wednesday 15 March, 4.30PM–6PM
Melbourne Museum Theatre, Carlton
Tickets $40
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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY FORUM
A panel of dynamic and inspiring speakers will
provide plenty to think about over a breakfast panel
conversation with marie claire. It calls upon all to help
forge a better working world, a more inclusive, gender
equal world so women can continue to unleash their
limitless potential to the industry. All are welcome and
encouraged to join the conversation.
Head to vamff.com.au for speaker and host
announcements.
International Women’s Day Forum
Presented by marie claire and MIMCO
Wednesday 8 March, 8AM – 9.30AM
Melbourne Museum Touring
Hall Promenade, Carlton
Includes breakfast and a copy of marie claire
Tickets $89
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A G O O D EVENIN G: HOW FASHI ON C A N P R AC TI CO LO GY E - CO M M ERCE
E MPOW ER WOMEN, P R ESEN T ED BY M ASTE R C L ASS
WEL L MA DE CLOTHE S A N D KUWA I I
How do you scale your business within international
Come, listen to, and be inspired by the best markets? In this masterclass, you will learn how to
innovators in the fashion industry discuss the create your roadmap for growth, decide which markets
future of sustainability, waste minimalisation, to focus on, flesh out your competitive landscape,
non-animal material alternatives, and how to identify risks, gaps and challenges for your brand, learn
effect positive change through marketing. how to localise in your chosen market, understand
regulations, and so much more. Walk away with an
Presented by Well Made Clothes and Kuwaii actionable checklist to set you on your path for success.
Sunmoth, 28 Niagara Lane, Melbourne
Thursday 2 March, 7PM-9PM Friday 18 March, 8AM – 11.30AM
Tickets from Moshtix Melbourne Museum Theatre, Carlton
Tickets $120 ticketek.com.au/vamff
CL AR E P RESS K& L GAT ES FASHI O N LAW B REAKFAST NO RA RETAI L
BO O K LAUNCH GLOBAL FASHION HOUSES IN THE NEWS ROADSHOW
Clare Press is the K&L Gates invites you to join us for our annual The NORA Retail
author of “Wardrobe Fashion Law Breakfast where our experts will discuss Roadshow is a day
Crisis, How We Went examples from around the world of designers seeking long event that takes
From Sunday Best to to protect their brands, designs and unique style. both NORA members
Fast Fashion” (Nero and guests on a tour
From Gucci to Levi’s, Karen Millen and Moschino,
Books). Currently to two successful
what stoushes are the global players involved in over
marie claire’s fashion Australian retailers.
intellectual property and what can you learn from their
editor-at-large,
experience?
she also writes the Friday 17 March,
Sustainable Style Whether you’re new to the industry or an established 9AM – 3PM
column for Daily Life. global player, our global IP fashion team and panel of visit vamff.com.au for
experts will provide you with insight on how to ensure details
Clare Press your brand and designs are protected.
Book Launch
Saturday 11 March, Wednesday 15 March, 7.30AM - 9AM
visit vamff.com.au K&L Gates Level 25 South Tower,
for details 525 Collins Street, Melbourne
Tickets contact melbourne.rsvp@klgates.com
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FASHION IN
ALL FORMS
C HA L L E N G E YO U R R E L ATI O N S H I P S W I TH A RT, P E R FO R MA N CE, FI LM AND WO RDS.
FASHION I S A C R OSS - DI S C I P L I N A RY CO N C E P T. O U R A RTS P R O G R A M ST RETCHES FASHI O N FAR B EYO ND
T HE R U N WAY A N D O U T I N TO G A L L E R I E S , P E R FO R M A N C E V E N U E S A N D PUB LI C SPACES T HRO UGHO UT
V IC TOR I A . EN JOY O U R DY N A MI C , R U L E B E N DI N G S E R I E S O F E V E N TS , D ESI GNED TO HELP YO U EX PLO RE
TH E M E A N I N G O F FAS H I O N TH R O U G H O U T TH E FEST I VAL.
FAS H ION FILM SERIES
The big screen is a perfect playground for fashion to
flourish. The Festival’s signature Fashion Film Series
shines the spotlight on the brightest Australian and
International fashion filmmaking talent at public
screenings across the state. See immersive, dynamic
and captivating short films that explore fashion on the
silver screen.
Various Melbourne, regional, interstate, online and
in-flight screens including:
• Val Morgan cinemas nationwide
• Australian Centre of the Moving Image (ACMI)
• Fed Square
• Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka
• National Wool Museum
• RUSSH TV
• Virgin Australia’s In-flight Fashion Channel
See vamff.com.au for more details.
Fashion Film Series
Presented by RUSSH
Supported by Val Morgan
Official Screening Partners ACMI and Fed Square
1–19 March
VISIT VAMFF.COM.AU
FOR MORE INFORMATION GENADE - CINEMA THOM
FASHION WRITING SERIES WORKSHOP
Get up close and personal with Australia’s most respected fashion writers. Their expertise covers a range
of practical and contemporary topics to finesse your fashion writing skills. Refine your technique and gain
valuable industry insight at this exclusive, one-off workshop.
MENTORS
Alison Kubler Alison Veness-McGourty Briony Wright
Fashion Writer and Curator Editor, 10 and 10 Men Editor, i-D magazine
Australia. Creative Director-
at-large, Vogue Australia
Clare Press Janice Breen Burns
Fashion Editor-at-Large, Editor, Voxfrock
STUZ PHOTOGRAPHY marie claire
FAS H ION FILM P OP CO R N SC R EEN I N G
If you live fashion and love film, pull up a deck chair, Fashion Film Popcorn Screening Fashion Writing Series Workshop
grab some popcorn and settle under the open skies Official Screening Partner Fed Square Sunday 12 March, 12:30PM –5:30PM
at Fed Square. The best Fashion Film Series entries Thursday 2 March from 6.30PM Melbourne Museum Theatre, Carlton
and category winners of the Australian Fashion Film Fed Square Big Screen Tickets $49
Awards play for free on the big screen followed by Free entry and popcorn
dapper DJ, Andrew McClelland. The Festival team is on
the ground looking for street style to snap, so dress to
impress and you might see yourself on the big screen.
VISIT VAMFF.COM.AU
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20 | V I RG IN AU ST R A L IA M ELBO U RNE FAS H IO N FE STIVA LA RTS
THE SOCIAL STUDIO MEMORIES ARE THE FABRIC OF A FAMILY MIRANDA SKOOZEK: DESMILADO
E XHIBITIO N S
A NT H R OP OCENE BL I N DS I D E E X H I B I TI O N S FAC E S + M AS KS E XHI B I T I O N HI GH RI SK D RESSI NG /
CRI T I CAL FASHI O N
This fashion and textile exhibition by RMIT Link Through reworking materials, Ro Noonan presents Faces + Masks is a photographic series from Greek
recognises and responds to human issues over the ‘Strain and Structure’, sculptural works that that artist Nikos Vavdinoudis features costumes from eight Through the lens of the Fashion Design Council,
Earth’s ecological systems and the relationship fashion quietly demands a sense of inquiry and intimacy while villages in rural Northern Greece and the obscure but this exhibition looks at the ideas and community
has with the world around it now and into the future. Elwyn Murray and Aaron Billings present ‘Sweat’, fascinating rituals associated with them. coalescing within contemporary fashion practice
contemporary art exploring heteronormative erasure today.
21 February - 10 March of queer identities and negative effects of socialised Launch
Tuesday to Friday, 11AM - 5PM masculinity. 9 March, 6:30PM - 8:30PM Launch
First Site Gallery, Storey Hall Basement, Free, RSVP required at hellenic.org.au 16 February, 6PM - 8PM
344 Swanston Street, Melbourne Launch RMIT Design Hub
Free, RSVP not required 9 March, 6PM - 8PM Exhibition Free, RSVP not required
Free, RSVP not required 10 March - 19 May
Tuesday to Sunday, 10AM - 4PM Exhibition
Exhibition Hellenic Museum, 280 William Street, Melbourne 17 February – 18 March
8-25 March Free, RSVP not required Tuesday to Friday 11AM – 6PM, Saturday 12PM – 5PM
Tuesday to Saturday 12PM - 6PM RMIT Design Hub, RMIT University Building 100
BLINDSIDE, 714, 37 Swanston Street, Melbourne Corner Swanston Street & Victoria Street, Carlton
Gallery 1 Ro Noonan ‘Strain and structure’ Free, RSVP not required
Gallery 2 Elwyn Murray + Aaron Billings ‘Swear’
Free, RSVP not required
I TAL IAN FASHION AT T HE PA R I S EN D : L I SA WAU P X V E R N E R M E MO R I E S A R E THE FAB RI C M ELB O URNE M USEUM AND
TH E MA DAME SERIN I COL L EC T I ON O F A FA M I LY SOVEREI GN HI LL PRESENT
This exhibition pairs award winning Gunditjmaraand
CO -PRESENTED W ITH M USEUM S A VI CTO RI AN SI LHO UET T E
Torres Strait Islander artist Lisa Waup with Australian- Linda Britten and visual storyteller Pam Davison
VIC TO RIA based label VERNER. This new collection presents as present an immersive installation encompassing Melbourne Museum and Sovereign Hill come together
Celebrate high fashion at the Immigration Museum both art and wearable garment and plays on concepts photography, couture design, classical music, ballet to present 1850s daywear in fascinating detail. A
with a display of five selected works by Madame around gender, history and creativity. and classical voice all combining to unlock the Victorian Silhouette presents an evening behind the
Serini. Itala Serini trained in Italy as a designer and memories of a family. door of the boudoir to experience the secrets of the
16 March - 12 April
dressmaker, and arrived in Australia in 1950. 1850s Victorian silhouette, and will showcase a range
Window exhibition available to view all day Exhibition
of fashions from the 1850s, including a wedding dress.
1 - 19 March, 10AM - 5PM Craft, 31 Flinders Lane, Melbourne Friday 10 March
Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne Free, RSVP not required 6.30PM – 9PM
fortyfivedownstairs, 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne Melbourne Museum
Free, RSVP not required
Free, RSVP required, see website for details Wednesday 8 March, 6PM - 7.30PM
Melbourne Museum Bookings Office 13 11 02
M R S IMON SAYS...GOOD BYE SEA M , S E A M S E LV E D G E T HE SO CI AL ST UD I O B LO CK PART Y
2017
Simon Shinberg, a showman, an icon, a husband, a A runway performance and installation, offering a Despite the rise of conscious consumerism and
father and a forgotten legend. This emotional and series of garments that address the way in which fashion exhibitions, it’s rare that the two combine. The Social Studio’s annual Block Party is back again
compelling insight into the lost world of the Australian seams function to fashion the body. In the days This exhibition addresses the rationale through the for the fourth year running with an exciting new venue.
fashion industry from the 1940s to the 1980s is not just following the runway you are invited to return to try works of five contemporary female artists: Amaya Iturri, The Block Party will feature performances by local
an exhibition, but a runway show full of stories and on the garments yourself. Lynn Mowson, Caroline Phillips, Ema Shin and Bronwyn musicians, food, fashion, market stalls and special
iconic moments from Simon’s career presented by Watson. Works vary in medium and interpretation guests.
his daughter Debra Dascal. Launch through intimate narratives of the theme.
10 March, 7PM - 8PM 4 March, 12PM - 6PM
5 March Free, RSVP not required Launch Collingwood Arts Precinct, 35 Johnston St,
2 shows, 3PM & 7PM 13 March, 6PM - 8PM, Collingwood
Brighton International Exhibition Free, RSVP not required Free, RSVP not required
81 Bay Street, Brighton 15 - 17 March, 12PM - 5PM Tuesday 13 to Friday 17 March 11AM - 4PM,
Adults $50, students $10, children under 10 free Turnbridge Manor, 8/97 Albert Street, East Melbourne Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 March 11AM - 3PM
Trybooking.com Free, RSVP not required Space at Collins, Level 1, 278 Collins Street Melbourne
Free, RSVP not required
SOXH IBITION M I R A N DA S KO OZ E K : D E S MI L A DO TASS E L S A N D TE FI LI N WEAR M E
A collaborative project that saw established Victorian Visual artist, Miranda Skoczek explores the wearable in This exhibition will explore the meaning and Kate V M Sylvester, emerging contemporary textile
artists work alongside The Social Studio (TSS) DESHILADO, a ground breaking exhibition of drawn, symbolism of ritualistic costumes by showcasing a artist has created a reverse catwalk at Tinning Street
designers and artists to create new artworks using a threaded and jewelled works for Pieces of Eight. selection of religious clothing used within Jewish Presents. Using t-shirts as a ready-made art object, a
range of mediums that have been woven into socks. rituals, ceremonies and festivals. collection of tees will be de-threaded by hand and
Exhibition: 1-25 March, suspended.
Launch Monday to Friday 10:30AM – 6PM 29 January – 28 May
7 March, 5PM - 7PM Saturday 10AM – 5PM Tuesday to Thursday 10AM – 4PM, Friday 10AM – 3PM, Launch
Free, RSVP not required Pieces of Eight Sunday 10AM - 5PM 2 March, 6PM - 9PM
28 Russell Place, Melbourne Jewish Museum of Australia, 26 Alma Road, St Kilda
Exhibition Free, RSVP not required Tickets Adults $10 (18+), Children $5 (6+), Exhibition
7 – 18 March Children 5 and under free, concession and family 27 February - 19 March, Thursday to Sunday
Tuesday to Friday 11AM - 5PM, Saturday 12PM - 4PM tickets also available. 11AM - 5PM
fortyfivedownstairs, 45 Flinders Lane, Melbourne Visit jewishmuseum.com.au for more details. Tinning Street Presents Gallery, 5/29 Tinning Street,
Free, RSVP not required Brunswick
Free, RSVP not required
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P E R FO RMANCE S / E X PE RIE NCE S
C I R Q U E D U S O L E IL PRESENTS KO OZ A LAD I ES I N B LACK
A N D A N E XC LU S I V E B ACKSTAGE VI P - T HE WO M EN I N B LACK
EXPERIENCE
Based on the iconic Madeleine St John novel, The
Cirque du Soleil is back in Melbourne and is offering a Women in Black, directed by Simon Phillips (Priscilla
unique VIP behind-the-scenes experience for costume Queen of the Desert) and with music and lyrics by Tim
enthusiasts. You’ll get premium seating, drinks and Finn (Split Enz), this brand new Australian Musical has
hors d’oeuvres in the VIP suite plus a backstage been hailed as “the best Aussie musical since Priscilla”
tour after the show. See the incredible hand-crafted
(The Age).
costumes designed by Marie-Chantale Vaillancourt,
inspired by the paintings of Klimt, Mad Max movies, 25 Feb – 18 March
time travel to India and Eastern Europe, tin soldiers Regent Theatre, 191 Collins Street, Melbourne
and clock mechanisms. www.marrinergroup.com.au
17 March, 8PM
Big Top, Flemington Racecourse
448 Epsom Road, Flemington
Tickets: $495, limited to 20 places, to book email
hospitality@teglive.com.au or phone 02 9266 4466 /
1300 645 229
TH E FA B U LO N FI B RE AND FASHI O N FI LM SERI ES
A showcase of wearable art featuring queer and Be immersed in a series of films that challenge us to
differently abled local designers and performance look at fibre and fashion in new ways from cultural
THE FABULON
artists. This event aims to challenge fashion industry survival to modern art to changing consumer culture.
standards and celebrate inclusivity, community and
self expression using fashion as the medium for social 1, 8 and 15 March
change. Museum open daily, Monday to Friday 9:30AM - 5PM,
Saturday & Sunday 10AM - 5PM
3 March, 8PM – 11PM National Wool Museum, 26 Moorabool Street, Geelong
Collingwood Town Hall For tickets visit nwm.vic.gov.au or call 5272 4701
140 Hoddle Street, Abbortsford, 3667
P E A R L N OTE S A ST I TCH I N T I M E, A PLACE O F M I NE
Paspaley Pearls together with The New Palm Court A show that unites the creative best of Victoria’s
Orchestra (NPCO) present an enchanting evening of vibrant international student community to capture a
piano and pearls, featuring an intimate performance global perspective of a city waiting to be uncovered.
by NPCO Artistic Director, Pianist and Composer The show will use student stories, city soundscapes
Gemma Turvey, an exclusive showcase of Paspaley’s and manipulations of light to create a sensory
unique pearl jewellery and insightful conversation with experience for all involved.
leading designers.
15 March, evening. See vamff.com.au for details.
14 March, 6PM Free, RSVP required
Paspaley Boutique, 123 Collins Street, Melbourne
Tickets $55, to book visit
eventopia.co/npcopearlnotes
For enquiries contact office@npco.com.au
PEARL NOTES
or 9939 1486
TAL KS
BEH IND THE SCEN ES W I T H PAG EA N T FOR UM A N D WO R KS H O P S O N
FA BR I C P R I N TI N G
Join Pageant designers Amanda Cumming and Kate
Reynolds behind the scenes and take a look some of Kontiki Cultural Women Empowerment presents
their favorite pieces from the NGV fashion collection. an exhibition with local designers plus talks and
workshops on fabric printing and social enterprise. Get
3 March, 10.30AM - 11.30AM, 12.30PM - 1.30PM
hands on and create sleek designs utilising gara and
and 2PM - 3PM
batik ink tie-dye techniques.
4 March, 12.30PM – 1.30PM (teens only program)
and 2PM – 3PM 18 March, 11AM - 4PM
NGV International The Bowery Theatre
180 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne 309C Main Road East, St. Albans
Tickets available at ngv.vic.gov.au/program/behind- Free, RSVP not required
the-scenes-with-pageant/
FICT IO N A L CHARACT ER S, HAUT E CO U TU R E H O U S E S
FAS H ION ICONS
Paola Di Trocchio traces the history of haute couture
How does a character in fiction become a fashion from its 19th century beginnings to its contemporary
icon? Actress Lisa Rodgers takes us back in time to manifestation.
meet icons from ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’, ‘Gone with
7 March, 10AM to 11.30AM
the Wind’ and ‘Jane Austen’ to find out.
The Johnston Collection, East Melbourne
2 March, 2PM - 3.30PM Tickets $20, bookings essential phone 9416 2516
The Johnston Collection, East Melbourne or visit johnstoncollection.org/lectures
Tickets $20, bookings essential phone 9416 2516
or visit johnstoncollection.org/lectures
RE PRO RETRO SEQUI N - SAVVY: A H I STO RY O F
C A L I STH E N I C S FAS H I O N
Retro styles like rockabilly, pin-up and madmen are
being reproduced behind closed doors. Is a lost world From the original 19th-century tunics with sailor-style
of glamour on the rise? Writer and filmmaker, Lesley collars, the flowing Grecian-style gowns of the 1920s,
Sharon Rosenthal tells all in this talk. to today’s lycra leotards – calisthenics costumes have
changed in line with new textile technologies and
9 March, 10AM to 11.30AM
evolving ideas about women’s physicality. Explore the
The Johnston Collection, East Melbourne
history of calisthenics in the ‘Changing face of Victoria
Tickets $20, bookings essential phone 9416 2516 or
exhibition’.
visit johnstoncollection.org/lectures
9 March, 12.30PM – 1.15PM
18 March, 2PM – 2.45PM
State Library Victoria
328 Swanston Street, Melbourne
Free, RSVP required at slv.vic.gov.au
HAUTE COUTURE HOUSES
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