Remember that Sony Bravia television ad where they bounced thousands of brightly coloured balls down the hill of San Francisco? Well Acne has recently presented a more lo-fi, whimsical take on this theme with this video for their Men’s Spring Summer 2010 underwear campaign.

Here Karen Millen’s creative director Gemma Metheringham takes a look at the UK label’s Autumn Winter 2010 collection. She describes it as minimal, relaxed and her favourite collection so far.

Here model Nika displays how to layer a look with Metalicus‘ first Summer collection with the help of Fashion TV.

Final reductions on A/W 2010 are now in store at Zimmermann. 50% off or more!

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*Update 25th June*

Wayne Cooper has now reduced everything – up to 75% off!

Future melbourne brides this is your chance to find “the dress” for as little as $100! For two days only, this Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th June, Brides of Melbourne are having their clearance sale. Up to 80% off gowns (and even 10% off new season pieces). Find them in a new space on level 2.

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*Update 23rd June*

The Alpha60 shoe sale is on! Enjoy 30% off Opening Ceremony, gram, Marais labels and more for 10 days only.

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*Update 17th June*

Leona Edmiston’s sale will soon come to an end. Now is your last chance to take advantage of final reductions. Find 50% off all handbags and up to 50% of frocks. All Italian handmade heels are only $150!

Need shoes? Camper has 30% off current season designs starting today.

Zimmermann now has further reductions in-store with up to 50% off Autumn/Winter 2010.

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*Update 16th June*

Take an extra 20% off already reduced items at Mimco.

You’ll now find the ABC Shop has gone on sale! Time to stock up on goodies and gifts for the heart and mind.

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*Update 11th June*

Hussy’s up to 50% off sale continues…

Enjoy 30% off when you mention this offer at Alexi Freeman until his end of lease sale runs out on June 20.

In need of a fabulous frock for a special occasion (or one to save for a rainy day when you need to knock someone’s sock off)? Your destination should be nicolangela where they have 50 up to 75% off on now.

Fat has also just started their Winter sale. Check in store for markdowns.

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*Update 9th June*

30% off all denim at Alpha60’s Alphaville store starts tomorrow for ten days only.

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*Update 7th June*

Lisa Taranto is celebrating their opening week with a 20% off sale until 17th June.

Arabella Ramsay now has a up to 40% off winter sale now on in her Temporary Pleasure pop-up store.

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*Update 3rd June 2010*

Starting today Gorman has up to 60% off in a mid year fashion sale also featuring shoes and accessories.

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*Update 2nd June 2010*

The lovely Leona Edmiston now has 25-50% off (almost) everything in store. Stock up on frocks, heel and bags. Plus they also have some new Leona by Leona Edmiston dress arrivals in that are a bargain in and of themselves at $129. Coveting the versatile navy Nicola dress.

Until June 30th Ben Sherman has a massive 30 – 70% off storewide.

Discover up to 75% off Autumn/Winter pieces at Manning Cartell from this Friday 4th to Sunday 6th of June.

Baccini & Hill is holding their annual clearance. Some dresses start at $100 while you’ll fine 15% off new season pieces. Up to 80% off the rest for two days ONLY this weekend.

New season Autumn Winter designs at Karen Millen are up to 50% off.

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*Update 1st June 2010*

Arthur Galan AG is offering up to 50% off starting today.

Starting tomorrow, the made-for-any-season Metalicus will have from 30 – 50% off.

Mimco has also just started their up to 50% off sale on selected gorgeous pieces.

Lovers of lingerie should rejoice as im boutique now has – you guessed it – up to 50% off selected lingerie, swimwear, sleepwear and accessories.

From tomorrow for two weeks only Willow will also be on sale at up to 50% off!

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On now at Belinda you’ll find 30% off luxurious designer labels including Stella McCartney and Marni. Visit the store for more details.

Also on now at Wayne Cooper is their Winter sale. Find up to 50% off his gorgeous range. We’re almost running tempted to run out the door this instant.

While stocks last, Hussy has a buy two pieces and get the second item half price promotion.

LIFEwithBIRD also has further reductions with up to 50% off winter pieces.

Gorman ‘Anna’ jumper – Metalicus ‘Cocooned and Warm’ scarf – Mimco Plaid Tight – Sting’s If on a Winter’s Night from ABC Shop – Cook and the Chef Series 2; Winter Comforts from ABC Shop – Arthur Galan AG ‘Grey contrast trim military’ coat – Acne ‘Brace’ ankle bootc – Cacao ‘Short Mac’ macarons

Visit Metalicus on our mezzanine level (take the escalator) or call them on 03 9639 3545.

The sportswear range is intended to be layered and take you from the gym or pounding the pavement to brunch or down to the shops afterwards. The collection will be made up of three varying ranges entitled ‘Essence’, ‘Explore’ or ‘Endure’. Pieces are priced from $55 and will arrive in store from mid-February.

‘Move’ is streamlined, comfy and designed to get you sweating in. So get moving and then reward yourself after you reach your first goal with workout wear that makes you look as good as you will start to feel.

Hanging Rock ‘Macedon’Brut Cuvee XI from Juliet’s

Select Your Own chocolates in Timber Box by Cacao Fine Chocolates

Cobra Candlestick by Georg Jensen

Roll the Dice Baby Singlet by Metalicus

Water Lily hair clip by Mimco

Tania Mason artwork from Willow

Warrior Princess Heel by Hussy

Square Cut Out Bag by Zimmermann

It is certainly the time for at least a small Summer road trip so Metalicus is offering one lucky fan a suitcase full of new clothes! We’d certainly like the $2000 worth of summer pieces all to ourselves. All you have to do for your chance to win is visit their new look website at www.metalicus.com and guess how many pieces make up their key looks for the summer season.

Or if you can’t wait until December 20th you can shop up a storm in store at Metalicus at Melbourne’s GPO on our Mezzanine level (simply take the escalator).

Fashion Hayley’s winner Estelle took a liking to one of the most recent additions to our Australian designer fashion line-up; Manning Cartell. Estelle is a discerning client with a really directional aesthetic that the store matched well. There was much deliberation over whether to purchase some fabulously cut black pants (if you are going to break the sartorial rules for the Spring Carnival you should reach for some stunning slacks) or a black mini-dress here. Why not take both and decide what to wear to the races later?

Lady Melbourne and winner Claire took to the challenge with gusto managing to pull together a complete, chic look well under their given time limit. Claire chose a graphic black and white striped “Be a Good Girl” dress from Fat as her main piece. Staying in-store at Fat she set off the dress with a pop of colour courtesy bright yellow Vivienne Westwood for Melissa kitten heels. Shoe lovers may recognise those as the Lady Dragon ‘Bow’ shoe. Divine! More yellow was injected into the ensemble after a last minute visit to Metalicus to pick up a striped yellow top to ensure Claire will stay warm should the weather not reamin as sunny as her outfit.

Finally, Nadia and Alicia from Sea of Ghosts shopped up a storm. Like previous winner Estelle, Nadia gravitated towards a dramatic Manning Cartell maxi dress but it was a tough decision due to the lure of a similarly dramatic Sass & Bide number. After many a strutting catwalk through the stores they managed to settle on the black Manning Cartell maxi paired with a bejewelled, ruffled harness neck piece from Sass & Bide to make to look Nadia’s own.

Remember you can take a peek at all the competition entries by simply clicking here.

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