Bulgari Opens in Queensland’s Gold Coast

10/02/17

The iconic and classic brand has opened a new boutique in the Gold Coast, designed by world renowned architect, Peter Marino. Its exquisite interior features bespoke furnishings to complement the brand’s un-comparable collection of jewellery, watches, and accessories, exemplifying the highest standard of Italian design. Inspired by 2700 years of Roman architecture and Mediterranean origins, the new boutique, sprawled over 150sqm is realised in ancient marbles and stones, typical of Roman buildings with square-patterned walnut parquet floors and a Murano crystal chandelier – luxurious finishes that speak to the house’s grand history. For those who prefer to peruse their gems Read the full article...

Winners of the Australian Fashion Foundation Awards

29/01/17

In December two of Australia’s emerging fashion designers were awarded the Australian Fashion Foundation (AUSFF) scholarship award, placing them firmly on our radar of designers-to-watch. Winners will receive a financial grant and a six-month internship with a global fashion powerhouse in New York or Europe. SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – DECEMBER 19: pose during the Australian Fashion Foundation Awards 2016/17 on December 19, 2016 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images for AUSFF)   This year’s recipients La Trobe Melbourne graduate and womenswear designer, Deanna Fanning and UTS Sydney Honours graduate Hannah Tan for the menswear section were selected from a Read the full article...

Van Cleef & Arpels 1st Melbourne Store

21/12/16

The prestigious French high jewellery house opens the doors to its new Collin’s St. boutique. Being that the renowned Van Cleef & Arpel’s brand was incepted in 1906, it’s been a long wait for an Australian boutique. The Melbourne space houses the most precious of the brand’s pieces across a 160 square meter floor. The two-level, Art Deco-inspired boutique is the first in Australia, and the result of more than three years spent scouring the country for the perfect location. The maison now sits shoulder to shoulder with Cartier, Georg Jensen and Paspaley near the base of 101 Collins Street, Read the full article...