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RAFW Day 5: Ksubi
With Ksubi closing out RAFW after a 3 year absence, the expectations were high. Not only that, Ksubi were celebrating their tenth anniversary- a long and chequered 10 years it has been for them indeed, hence the name of this show and it’s complimentary collection “One Via Zero&rdq...read more

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RAFW Day 3: Romance Was Born
At one of the New Gen shows during Fashion Week, a hooded Grim Reaper dragged out the gravestones of Yves Saint Laurent and Alexander McQueen while the front row dutifully shook their heads. But the larger question, I believe this upstart was asking was – has avant garde died along ...read more

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RAFW Day 4: Saint Augustine...
Southern Vampires and Melbourne punks are a hell of a world away, but when Saint Augustine Academy referenced these two unique subcultures in their ‘Crystal Ballroom’ collection, world’s collided in the best possible way. Styled to look like the cast of Romper Stomper, mo...read more

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RAFW Day 4: Michael Lo Sordo
Michael Lo Sordo is a relatively new name on the fashion scene, but one that we should all take note of. This year’s show at RAFW saw the label reach new heights and produce a distinctly more tailored and thoughtful collection than last year. Michael Lo Sordo is set to be the next...read more

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RAFW Day 4: Lui Hon
Lui Hon was involved in Project Runway series 1, and now he has proven he can make it on his own, with a stand out collection shown at this years RAFW. Lui Hon impressed all guests at his show with his unique style of draping and clever use of fine sheer fabrics. The collection was lar...read more

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RAFW Day 4: Gary Bigeni
Gary Bigeni’s design aesthetic has definitely taken a lighter turn for his second SS collection to be previewed at RAFW. One thing that Bigeni is talented at doing is creating sleek clothes and this collection was no exception. Fabrics were draped but still retained the slim lined look...read more

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RAFW Day 2: Men's and Women...
The men’s and womens ready to wear show is always an interesting part of fashion week as it highlights some of the emerging talent Australia has! This year, six designers were grouped together in to a show that was entertaining yet not exactly encouraging. The highlight of the sh...read more

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RAFW Day 3: Karla Spetic
RAFW for 2010 saw the second SS collection for designer Karla Spetic. We have come to love Karla’s use of pretty prints and interesting techniques such as twisting velvet to create texture and form, and this latest serving was just as beautiful. Pastel colours were worn in dresses and ...read more

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RAFW Day 2: Nicola Finetti
Seated front row at Nicola Finetti were the cream of the Aussie fashion crop, Jennifer Hawkins showed off her amazing limbs (seriously, she is stunning in the flesh), sitting next to her was FiFi Box then Jackie Frank, Patty Huntington and Natalie Mark amongst others. And stomping out to t...read more

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RAFW Day 2: Alex Perry
Alex Perry does not do things by halves, hosting the most extravagent show of Fashion Week by far. With over 1000 seated guests, even Joh Bailey had to fight his way in to the venue! His was not the theatrics of Romance Was Born, rather a 60 metre long runway that doubled back on itself and ...read more

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RAFW Day 3: Kate Sylvester
This Charming Man was a collection that focused on femininity and old English countryside glamour. Kate Sylvester always focuses on whimsical influences, taking inspiration from past eras and mixing them into modern list worthy designs. The collection focused on a colour palette of white...read more

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Mens & Womens Group Show #1
Yesterday RAFW opened to streams of styling editors and media. We were right amongst it with pen and paper in hand, ready to blog about the next up and comers and what new delights the established designers are to bring us. We headed into the Women’s Ready to Wear #1 show yeste...read more

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RAFW Day 2: Little Joe Women
RAFW SS 10/11 saw the first solo collection of Little Joe Women, a collection conceived by former model Gail Elliot. Girls walked down the runway in either bare feet or sandles that jingled while they walked, and the pieces were accessorised with gold hoop earnings and belts. Sheer fabrics w...read more

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RAFW Day 2: Zimmermann
Zimmermann revealed their SS 10/11 collection on day two of RAFW, titled ‘The Vanishing Point’. The collection proved to be a move towards a darker, look while keeping the Zimmermann charm. Models walked down the runway in dark lipstick and metal disks wrapped around their necks, givi...read more

Australian Fashion Week

Rosemount Australian Fashion Week is just around the corner, and Sydney is getting ready for the onslaught of designers, media, models and runway parades.

The 2threads team will be keeping you updated with each day of Fashion Week, bringing you all the latest in Australian designer fashion. Throughout the week, live updates will be brought to you via this page- we will be covering everything from the backstage scenes, to stunning runway parades, interviews with designers and the latest news in the Australian fashion industry.

kit-kaboodle-anzac-email Check this page to keep yourself updated on the very best collections, new emerging designers and up and coming student labels. The 2threads team will be bringing you a in depth view of the latest styles and trends, the staple must have pieces for the upcoming season and daily insights into the world of RAFW. Stay tuned!