The Fashion Advocate partners with i=Change to empower women October 25, 2018Claire Goldsworthy With every online purchase at The Fashion Advocate, we donate to three Australian charities through i=Change, empowering hundreds of women around the country.
This is what sustainable Australian swimwear looks like October 23, 2018Claire Goldsworthy A truly sustainable wardrobe is one that you can mix and match, wear year-round, layer, and live in, and that's swimwear included.
The evolution of sustainable style at the 2018 Rags to Runway showcase September 10, 2018Claire Goldsworthy The Kangan Institute Rags to Runway showcase proved that through collaboration and the right motivation, sustainability is genuinely possible for the fashion industry.
The Australian ethical fashion community is making a positive global impact June 18, 2018Claire Goldsworthy Let’s celebrate those who stand up against modern slave labour, and support the independent Australian designers who put people before profit.
The latest Gun Shy collection has dropped, and it is dark, detailed and dramatic May 09, 2018Claire Goldsworthy The latest Gun Shy collection, Cirque De Merde, has just arrived it all its fluffy glory, and it is the most dramatic range yet from the Melbourne made label.
Sticks + Stone's commitment to ethical manufacturing and Fashion Revolution Week April 27, 2018Claire Goldsworthy Jacky may be the new kid on the block after only launching last year, but she’s employed the experience and help of local manufacturers to ensure quality work.
The epitome of functional and fashionable design February 07, 2018Claire Goldsworthy They're the epitome of functional and fashionable design, and in our modern world where the lines are blurred between fashion and art, PANT ACTIVE seamlessly balances both.
Designer by night December 22, 2017Claire Goldsworthy1 comment By day, Paolo Castro is a physiotherapist, but by night, he is a designer, a businessman, an artist and an entrepreneur.
Feminist fashion label MOGA launches with ASOS April 14, 2017Claire Goldsworthy It’s been a big 12 months for Melbourne-made brand MOGA, and it’s not slowing down anytime soon.
VAMFF presents The Fashion Advocate Runway March 16, 2017Claire Goldsworthy The Australian fashion industry is ever-evolving. Influenced by our vibrant multicultural history, our unique climate and our sense of independence, Australia has produced some of the most coveted labels in...
RMIT students are the future of Australian fashion November 23, 2016Claire Goldsworthy Vibrant colour and structure, texture, whimsical draping, romantic silhouettes and striking embellishments were just some of the key elements showcased at ‘CLASH’.
Melbourne Edge fashion show unveils fashion stars November 09, 2016Claire Goldsworthy Kangan Institute is introducing the next generation of Australian fashion designers through a unique fashion parade in the heart of Melbourne city’s creative precinct, Richmond.