Launched in the edgiest of venues, an exciting programme of 60 events was unveiled yesterday for the 2017 Telstra Perth Fashion Festival. The Cloisters, an iconic, raw, nineteenth century heritage listed and convict built construction played host to over 150 of Perth’s fashion set, including designers, bloggers, industry stalwarts and sponsors.
Outlining a commitment to pushing boundaries and making fashion accessible to the broader community, Festival Director Mariella Harvey-Hanrahan mapped out some of the ground-breaking firsts of the 2017 line-up including an Aboriginal runway featuring Red Opium, a multicultural runway reflecting the diversity of cultures in Western Australia, an international men’s runway and another showcasing one of China’s top designers.
Free events will run from the 6th of September at Fashion Central in the Forrest Chase Precinct while ticketed evening runways, showcasing some of the most exciting Australian and Western Australian Designers, will take place at Fashion Paramount, at The Crown.
Christopher Esber will lead a dynamic line-up of local and national designers on Opening Night that will include Alice McCall, Bec and Bridge, Empire Rose, Albus Lumen and Monster Alphabets.
Always a highlight, the Future Runway will present 48 design students. This year, it’ll include a new category, Wearable Technology, that will showcase innovation, forward trends and smart fabrics.
A spectacular Closing Night is promised. Celebrating 30 years of Wheels and Dollbaby, the runway music will be provided live by the Divinyls. The remaining members are re-forming for this one night only and will be performing with the Preatures in an epic fusion of music and fashion.
Now in its 19th year, the Perth Fashion Festival is renowned for punching well above its weight. The 2017 programme, comprising exhibitions, experiences, cultural events and spectacular runways that Perth is renowned for, is well worth the trip for anyone remotely interested in fashion.
A national competition will see five lucky winners treated to an amazing VIP fashion experience.
TPFF 6-17 September, Perth, Western Australia. Tickets on sale from Friday 28 July. Highly recommended.
See the full programme.
Check out our sneak-peak with all things technological and futuristic!
Stylist: Clare Ryan
Makeup: Hannah Hughes for Artists@Play
Hair: Melissa Gesualdo @ Reno’s on St Quentin for L’Oréal Professional
Photo: Stefan Gosatti
Models from Chadwick Models and Vivien’s Model Management
Garments by Ae’lkemi, Addy Pasquale, Megan Salmon, Monster Alphabets, Empire Rose and Jonté
Stylist: Clare Ryan
Makeup: Hannah Hughes for Artists@Play
Hair: Melissa Gesualdo @ Reno’s on St Quentin for L’Oréal Professional
Photo: Stefan Gosatti
Models:
Ajok – Vivien’s Model Management
Dress: One Fell Swoop
Accessories: Lovisa Earrings, AMP Capital Karrinyup
Sarsha – Vivien’s Model Management Dress and Top: Megan Salmon Accessories: Wild Horses Earrings
Stylist: Clare Ryan
Makeup: Hannah Hughes for Artists@Play
Hair: Melissa Gesualdo @ Reno’s on St Quentin for L’Oréal Professional
Model:
Michaela Bennett – Chadwick Models
Dress: Ae’lkemi
Accessories: David Jones Cuffs and Necklace, AMP Capital Karrinyup Headpiece: Reny Kestel
Photo: Stefan Gosatti
Stylist: Clare Ryan
Makeup: Hannah Hughes for Artists@Play
Hair: Melissa Gesualdo @ Reno’s on St Quentin for L’Oréal Professional. Photo: Stefan Gosatti
Model:
Vincent Tolefe – Chadwick Models
Jacket, Polo, Trousers and Shoes: Z Zegna from Parker & Co.
Pocket Square: Brunello Cucinelli from Parker & Co.
Stylist: Clare Ryan
Makeup: Hannah Hughes for Artists@Play
Hair: Melissa Gesualdo @ Reno’s on St Quentin for L’Oréal Professional. Photo: Stefan Gosatti
Models:
Michaela Bennett – Chadwick Models
Dress: Ae’lkemi
Accessories: David Jones Cuffs and Necklace, AMP Capital Karrinyup Headpiece: Reny Kestel
Socks: Stylist’s creation
Shoes: Betts
Tegan Desmond – Chadwick Models
Dress and Jacket: Addy Pasquale
Accessories: Wild Horses Choker and Earrings Socks: Stylist’s creation
Shoes: Betts
Stylist: Clare Ryan
Makeup: Hannah Hughes for Artists@Play
Hair: Melissa Gesualdo @ Reno’s on St Quentin for L’Oréal Professional. Photo: Stefan Gosatti
Model:
Ryan Boekeman – Chadwick Models
Jacket and Trousers: Z Zegna from Parker & Co.
Shirt: Parker & Co.
Belt and Shoes: Ermenegildo Zegna from Parker & Co.
See you there fashionistas!
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