Mary Quant’s dynamic entry into the world of fashion was totally revolutionary. Her sixties mod appeal grew from the larger cultural rebellion of the 1960s that saw expression in music, art and ‘sexual politics’. She responded to the youthful desire for simple clothes that allowed for easy movement ‘in which you could run and jump’ –...
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At long last the time has come when whatever style of pants you choose to wear, you’ll still be winning style points. Gone are the anxious days of discarding your favourite style of trouser, to embrace the latest trend. We are free to choose just what style of trousers we want to wear and when....
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Years of glamour are on show at the National Gallery of Victoria’s current exhibition: The Krystyna Campbell-Pretty Fashion Gift. Here is a glimpse of the exclusive world of couture fashion, that traces its history and its impact from the 19thcentury until today. Soooooo romantic and sooooooo thoroughly gorgeous. The 150 garments by international fashion luminaries...
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Fashion icon, renowned beauty and celebrated international socialite, Lee Radziwill, the younger sister of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, passed away at her home in Manhattan on February 15. She was aged 85. Lee often remarked how she lived in Jacki’s shadow but her beauty and her innate sense of style, enabled her to shine her own beacon....
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An ocean or river cruise comes with some serious thought as to what to pack! Central to considering your options, is to make each item earn its place in your case. With that in mind let’s look at the necessities that will get you through. The onboard dress up occasion can be dealt with easily. ...
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