Style Spy #27

Never underestimate the versatility of a classic, simple overcoat to make an outfit weatherproof or casually chic. Stick to neutral colours, black, grey or blue to get the most wear from your everyday coat be it a trench, peacoat or parka. Since Spring mocks us by being the wettest season in Melbourne you may well have to live in it nearly everyday. Remember it’s what’s on the outside that counts!…

‘The Fallen’ by Lisa Taranto

From the outset, the muse for Lisa Taranto’s Winter 2010 collection ‘The Fallen’ may not be so obvious. The inspiration for the collection is 60′s style icon Talitha Getty.

While other designers who may choose the fated actress would stick to the boho-chic aesthetic she became renowned for Taranto has taken a more abstract view. Instead this …

Lisa Taranto Now Open!

Did you happen to pop by and share a glass of scrumptious champagne at the Lisa Taranto Grand Opening last night? If not, here is your introduction to the lovely Lisa’s (and design partner Lea Oldjohn’s) new space.

Contrasting black and white is the theme of the new boutique. White roses are paired with porcelain black bird ornaments. Hand-folded origami paper shapes are a lo-fi foil to the more …

The Arabella Ramsay Edit

Plenty of lovely things are happening with Arabella Ramsay and at the Melbourne designer’s Temporary Pleasures store this month. From early bird discounts, to new arrivals to popping up in the press here’s a selection of goodies to peruse…

First and foremost, here is a special one for the bargain hunters. The following current season pieces have been reduced to tempt you;
Lumberjack Jacket – previously $450, now …

New in at Alpha60

Finally it seems winter has actually arrived in Melbourne! With record high temperatures subsiding in the past few days we now turn to cooler season styles while tunring up the heat for the first time this year. Alpha60 designers Alex and Georgie Cleary embrace our freshly minted winter with these new arrivals to keep us warm and chic. We look to the classics with jackets and coats in traditional …