Designer Profile – Kuwaii

Kuwaii has by far become one of my absolute favourite Australian labels ( I love them so much I asked them to make my bridesmaids dresses). Especially when talking timeless, but interesting classics, Kuwaii knows where it’s at. Established in 2008, by Melbourne designer Kristy Barber, the label has really carved itself a rather strong following… Read More

Designer Profile – Jane Heng

I recently learned of Jane Heng, through a serendipitous meeting facilitated by the lovely Cheryl of Business Chic. Designer Jane Heng and Cheryl, were working away on some photography for Jane’s newest products, and I so happened to be meeting with Cheryl later that evening, so dropped by to take a sneaky peek at their photo-shoot. Share

Designer Profile – Radical Yes!

I am so excited for today’s post on Radical YES!  A Melbourne run footwear business which was launched in 2013. These shoes are seriously fun and as a textile designer myself, the quality leathers, gorgeous colours and quirky prints in the Radical YES! collections just tug at my heartstrings! Seriously aren’t they awesome? Share

Designer Profile – Sally Rose

Today’s designer profile is on Australian bespoke jewellery label Sally Rose. The label was founded by designer Sally Rose, whilst she was living in London back in 2009, but she has recently relocated back to Melbourne where she designs and produces her stunning collections. Share

Designer Profile – Squeak

Todays Designer Profile post is on Squeak, a small Melbourne design business ran by textile designer, Pippa Oostergetel. I met Pippa many years ago when we were studying Textile Design together at RMIT, and have been really excited to share her business and designs with you all! Share

Designer Profile – Ovna Ovich

OVNA OVICH is a creative studio based in Auckland, New Zealand, which was founded, by Designer and Director Marina Davis in 2012.  Over the past couple of years the label has been demanding the well-deserved attention of the fashion world. Having, presented their second ever collection at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia (2014), and more recently… Read More

Designer Profile – Aaizel

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Aaizel:  /i-zel /ln. 1. demi-couture  2. eloquent grunge  3. beau & belle  4. ardour; aaizel These are the words that describe Melbourne label Aaizel. Designed and hand crafted in Melbourne, Aaizel is the creation of  RMIT fashion graduates, Minnie Jo and Seema Ratna.  Inspired by a mythical character imagined by Minnie, each collection reflects the ongoing journey of Aaizel the mermaid. The current collection, Mimicry Complex features grungy… Read More

Designer Profile – TETTMANN.DOUST

__________________________________________________________________________________________ Anyone who knows me knows I am an absolute sucker for unique and interesting print design.  If you add skillful pattern making, luxurious natural fabrics and Australian made to the list, well…. I’m yours!  A couple of years back (before I had even started LiLT Blog) I came across TETTMANN.DOUST at a fashion show… Read More

Designer Profile – Pelican Sleepwear

__________________________________________________________________________________________ Last weekend I had the pleasure of meeting Liana Cordell, Creator and Designer of Pelican Sleepwear. The label is fairly new to the growing sleepwear market, having launched their first collection only last year, but unlike other PJ’s out there, I could quite confidently venture outside in some of these pieces. An interest in… Read More

Designer Profile – Limedrop

__________________________________________________________________________________________ Late last year, I was rushing around Melbourne Central and whizzed past a new little store which caught my eye. I wasn’t able to have a peek inside at the time, since I was running late for an appointment, but committed the cute and colourful space to memory, which I later found out was… Read More