All Black, Always

Words by Matt Huxley Well, well. Long time no see blog. So where have I been? Taking some time out for me? Somewhat, but at least now I have a masters degree (and a few extra kilos courtesy of stress eating central). But more than just being hectically busy, I’ve been a bit disillusioned with…

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Fearless

Words by Matt Huxley Fearlessness is a quality oft sought-after but very infrequently is it possessed by an individual. We are now in a time where some of us live our lives dictated by fear. I for one, have never been one to worry about things outside of my control, or of other people’s opinions.…

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Why Relaxed Attire can be the Most Rewarding

Words by Matt Huxley Deliberately understated, carefree attire can sometimes be the most impactful clothing statement. You aren’t dressed to kill, you aren’t extra, you’re just unapologetically you. Now whilst some people may take relaxed clothing to mean slobby, “comfortable,” or *shiver* a tracksuit, I for one don’t want to look like an extra in…

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Get The British Look

Words by Matt Huxley In the olden days, Blackfriars was a salacious district of London. Prostitutes abounded and Shakespeare’s Globe was almost directly across the river. The area was a derelict hub of creativity, poverty and uniqueness. Today the area features Victorian architecture and is the setting for the film and TV versions of Sherlock…

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Akira Resort ’18 Review

Words by Matt Huxley A perpetual embodiment of the androgynous, oriental aesthetic, the Akira show is always one of brilliant craftsmanship, inspired ideas and unique silhouettes. Think longline layers, loose fits, and a largely white colour palette. Highlights of this collection included a turquoise coat/pant set with a white and beige granddad collar shirt. It was…

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Vmajor Resort ’18 Review

Words by Matt Huxley As the international show for MBFWA, Vmajor had a lot of expectations to meet, and they didn’t disappoint. Bringing back the sexy 70s in a retro-modern way that I certainly didn’t see coming. Think fringing added to skirt and top edges and sides. Retro plastic earrings, billowing silk dresses with large…

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The Innovators Resort ’18 Review

Words by Matt Huxley The Innovators is a show that highlights the most astounding and avant-garde fashion that Australia has to offer. Last year, this was my absolute favourite show, and it wowed me completely. This year, it still had a high calibre of designers, but it was significantly tamer. A.N.X A.N.X presented an oversized…

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Yousef Akbar Resort ’18 Review

Words by Matt Huxley It’s official. Sequins are back. Back in a big way. The Yousef Akbar woman takes reference from the hedonistic Studio 54, 70s glitter punk and 80s prom queens. There were moments of brilliance. A skin tight pair of dusty pink sequinned pants, a matching turtleneck layered with an emerald green slip.…

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We Are Kindred Resort ’18 Review

Words by Matt Huxley Have you ever wondered what Mary Lennox would be wearing if The Secret Garden was set in the 21st century? Well now you know. We Are Kindred presented a sophisticated, romantic and insouciant collection that answers that very question. Wisteria-hued bishop sleeved dresses and blouses drifted down the runway, anchored by…

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Roopa Pemmaraju Resort ’18 Review

Words by Matt Huxley It was a bright and colourful debut for Roopa Pemmaraju. Debuting their Indian inspired range to a crowd of minimalists agog with anticipation is no easy feat. But boy did they deliver. With an ethnically diverse model cast (which should be on every runway tbh) they debuted stunning look after stunning…

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