Published Piece: Rosemount Australian Fashion Week 2010

A year ago I volunteered at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week 2010, where I assisted at two of the most highly anticipated shows of the week.  The college I attended chose to feature a piece I wrote on Fashion Week in the college’s fashion newsletter.  I thought I’d share the piece with you.

'The Unforgettable Week of Fashion'

And so it was the calm before the storm, and what a storm it was.  The 15th Annual Rosemount Australian Fashion Week 2010 was one of memorable moments.  The fashion industry watched and waited in anticipation as the new season’s trends graced the runways via some of the most highly anticipated shows.  Whilst fashion veterans such as Sass and Bide, Akira and Willow opted out of this year’s event, it was a time for new bright designers to shine.

The week began on a high note with collections by Zimmermann, Lisa Ho, Camilla and Marc and Nicola Finetti.  Mid week saw the collaboration of designer Alex Perry, make- up artist Napoleon Perdis and hair stylist Renya Xydis create one of the most glamorous and biggest events of the week.  The event consisted of over 1000 guests and an extravagant extended runway to showcase Perry’s exquisite pieces in his true style.

Meanwhile, up and comers Romance was Born and Dion Lee threw the fashion world into a fashion frenzy.  Romance was Born’s Luke Sales and Anna Plunkett created a magical fashion jungle.  Their Renaissance Dinosaur collection was unlike anything, anyone had ever seen before!  Their theatrical and creative aesthetic was one of a true masterpiece.  Models walked down a dirt, ash like runway to sound of dinosaur footsteps and Jurassic growls.  It had to be seen to be believed… models with long nails, neon high boots, extravagant headpieces, outrageous make-up and kaleidoscopic prints. Stand out pieces included a model dressed as a volcano and a giant bride, that is one model standing on another both draped in a vintage lace gown.

The light shined bright for Dion Lee’s spectacular collection.  What started as an exquisite location blossomed to an unforgettable showcase.  Dion’s gorgeous silhouettes were stand out and left everyone breath taken.  His signature architectural pieces were evident in this collection but softened and more delicate.  His cohesive and gorgeous colour pallet stunned audiences, with beautiful pastels and prints.

The 15th Annual Rosemount Australian Fashion Week proved to be an unexpected and
unforgettable event.  What trends emerged for this Spring/Summer season?  Pastels, nudes, leather, sheer clothing, crop tops, three-quarter pants, prints and drapery.  I’ve got a feeling it’s going to be a highly anticipated season!

Romance was Born S/S 2010/11 Collection

 

 Dion Lee S/S 2010/11 Collection