Burberry has revealed more of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s campaign for Burberry Body, initially previewed by the brand in July with a five-second video and imagery. The campaign has been shot in London by Mario Testino, with the print and TV campaigns created under the direction of Burberry chief creative officer Christopher Bailey. Says Bailey […]
New Zealand hairdressers to be honoured in September 4 ceremony
On September 4, starting at 2 p.m. at the City Gallery, Civic Square, Wellington, the New Zealand Association of Registered Hairdressers Awards 2011 will take place. After closely scrutinizing the record-breaking 309 submissions to the event, the judges selected both national and regional finalists and will recognize the winners at the event. Each regional […]
Napoleon Perdis releases Romeo & Juliet-inspired collection
To kick off the start of his sponsorship of the Australian Ballet, Australia’s leading make-up artist Napoleon Perdis is releasing the Love Unleashed collection to complement the Ballet’s upcoming performance of Romeo & Juliet. ‘Like the score or the set design, the make-up direction establishes the mood for the performance,’ says Perdis. He goes on […]
Stolen: bringing back masculinity
Steve King/Reload In September 2011, the creators and founders of design label Stolen Girlfriends’ Club will relaunch their menswear line, Stolen. ‘As the brand has grown and menswear and womenswear has become two very separated categories for the brand, this will allow us to be more specific to the menswear market working closely with buyers […]
Sakaguchi to show at Christchurch earthquake appeal during NZFW
On February 22, Christchurch-based designer Sakaguchi was forced to close the doors of his flagship store in Merivale, Christchurch. Unfortunately, on June 13, the store suffered extensive damage and had to be demolished. Despite the unfortunate series of events, said Sakaguchi of the support from the community, ‘We received fantastic support from our very […]
World’s largest fashion trade event, MAGIC, begins again Monday
This August in Las Vegas, MAGIC will return as the world’s largest fashion trade event, delivering buyers the most extensive buying platforms in the world of fashion today. MAGIC exhibitors represent every major apparel industry: the designers, contemporary, street, casual, sports, kids, shoes, accessories, etc. appealing to every interest group. During this August show, […]
NBC opens voting for Miss Universe semi-finals
Andrew Bignall Above Priyani Puketapu, Miss New Zealand 2011, in her latest shoot by Andrew Bignall, prior to her departure to São Paulo, Brazil. As the Miss Universe pageant in Brazil approaches, NBC and Miss Universe have paired up to allow fans to be able to vote for and support their favourite contestant. Open to […]
Collective thinking puts Starfish on the catwalk
Above Starfish’s Laurie Foon, championing sustainability and living the brand. As a pioneer in the field of ethical business practices and sustainability, it should come as no surprise that New Zealand designer Starfish is the first fashion label to win a New Zealand Sustainable Business Award. Appropriately, Starfish director and head designer Laurie Foon has […]
Tulisa Contostavlos’s new X Factor look: how it has evolved
UK media are cranking up the press for Tulisa Contostavlos, as she and Kelly Rowland launched the new series of The X Factor at the O2 Arena yesterday. The former N-Dubz singer’s makeover includes, according to the British media, veneers which have cost £12,000. Tulisa’s Vivienne Westwood dress with lace detailing made it […]
East meets west: Two Wonders prepares for New Zealand Fashion Week début
For Wellington-based designers Sophie Knapp and Sophea Son, fashion has long been in their blood. Having met at Wellington boutique Coco Wellington, the pair became inseparable, forming a bond and friendship that has prepared them for their collaboration to form the fashion label Two Wonders. One of their labels will be featured in the […]
