Aqua Door Designs revives the art of screen printing June 14, 2017Claire Goldsworthy The art of screen-printing is no new one; some Japanese printed fabrics date back to 221 AD. Europeans commercialised the technique in the 17th Century, and now, our modern textile...
The New Garde launches Australia’s next wave of fashion designers June 01, 2017Claire Goldsworthy The Brisbane fashion scene is evolving. Five years ago, it was a city that fashion students moved away from to hunt for their careers in Melbourne or Sydney, but now,...
Sarah Garrett-Hodoniczky spills the beans on sustainable fashion April 28, 2017Claire Goldsworthy As a child, a few valuable life lessons were constantly repeated to me, one of which still rings true through my work and my approach to fashion: Treat other people...
Leilani Fonoti opens up about Black Mob The Label October 30, 2016Claire Goldsworthy The Dress Collective’s designers have one similarity: they all boast Australian-made collections and unique brand messages through their sustainable practices or ethical manufacturing, or through their use of recycled materials,...
The True Cost Brisbane screening and designer panel discussion April 19, 2016Claire Goldsworthy Who made your clothes? Where we get our clothes from and who makes them is raising more questions now than ever.
The Brisbane Marriott Hotel is the epitome of local luxury April 05, 2016Claire Goldsworthy When it comes to weekends away in Brisbane, the Marriott Hotel has long been a favourite destination of mine.
London’s ‘Style My’ hits Australian shores February 05, 2016Claire Goldsworthy ‘Style’ is a complex thing, and it’s not to be confused with ‘fashion’. Coco Chanel had many things to say about it, but one of her most memorable quotes was,...
TRYP brings a bright touch to the Brisbane hotel scene February 04, 2016Claire Goldsworthy It’s no secret that I’m particular when it comes to travel. A hotel should be a home away from home and a place to feel completely and utterly relaxed, so...
Edda Hamar and Undress Runways February 04, 2016Claire Goldsworthy Edda Hamar is on a mission. As the Director of Undress Runways, Edda supports, celebrates and showcases the unique work of sustainable fashion designers from around the globe.
The perfect Australian made summer bikini January 13, 2016Claire Goldsworthy Launched in late 2014, AlcieMay Designs has upped the standard of innovation in the Australian swimwear industry, offering individually crafted and designed pieces, all selected by the consumer.
Moreno Marcos and The Fashion Advocate October 30, 2015Claire Goldsworthy I’m not a girly-girl, but I do love pink and I do love the odd ruffle. One Brisbane label that manages to combine the two in a sophisticated way is...
Atelier Australia and The Fashion Advocate October 30, 2015Claire Goldsworthy Behind every great label is a gifted designer; Atelier Australia’s mastermind is Judi Guthrie.