Your Top 5 Australian Fashion Designers

Awaba Café, Balmoral Beach		 Lover the Label
I love the romantic and feminine designs of Lover. It's romance with an edge. Their clothes have a very individual style about them. They are a step ahead, so keep an eye out for them, each season has an intelligent new direction.
Suite 1, Level 1 46-58 Holt St, SURRY HILLS
 (02) 9969 2104

Dank St Depot, Waterloo

Camilla and Marc
Camilla and Marc have such beautiful clothes. They always have something perfect for work or that special occassion. Very stylish...Camilla's designs have that elegant touch. Definitely my pick!
43 Rainford Street, SURRY HILLS
 (02) 9358 5177



Bitton Café, Alexandria

High Tea with Mrs Woo
I first discovered this label at the Object Gallery last year. These three sisters are a great new talent. Their clothes have a feminine feel with oriental inspired styling and fabrics. They have a great website with gorgeous handdrawn illustrations.
74 Darby Street, NEWCASTLE
 (02) 4926 4883

Nest Café, Potts Point		 Jayson Brunsdon
Glamour! If that's what you are after you can't go past Jayson Brunsdon. He knows how to dress a woman. His designs are the most elegant I have tried. Contemporary evening wear which will make you feel like a princess.
Unit 9/ 46 Holt St SURRY HILLS
 (02) 9699 9473

Bogey Hole, Bronte Beach		 Pani
PANI! This Sydney-based designer is amazing with funky cuts and original prints. I bought a dress from a store in Surfers Paradise and now Im a devoted fan. I make the store call me whenever new stock arrives. I shouldn't be telling you this - everyone will be wearing it.
75a Gould St, Bondi
 02 9365 7899
Editor's Pick

Kawa Café, Surry Hills

Michelle Jank

I first came across Michelle Jank in a magazine a few years ago in an article profiling the designer and her love of collecting antique jewellery pieces which she would then work into fabulous designer gowns. What took me about the story was the picture of Michelle's process/ visual diary which was an artwork in itself, full of cuttings and drawings of inspiration. It was a small insight into this designer who draws on all means of objects, fabrics and jewellery to inspire her magical creative process.

I love the individuallity of each of Michelle's creations which take on a handmade nature with their intricate detail. The results of her experiemention with colour, fabric and embelishments are truely elegant dresses with a delightful touch of fantasy.

 

Read our article on "Craft and Fashion Meet" for some handmade trends.
www.urbanboheme.com.au/handmade