New! Natalia Brilli Paris, BStore London & MORE ANTIPODIUM! 31-07-09

Hi Everyone!

I enviously waved bye to Siobhan who is off to NYC again this week and
I clearly remember saying to her that there wasn't
as much on at the moment.
I was delirious.

This year I have been involved with a fab exhibition for
the Museum of Brisbane and it's nearly finished for you
to take a look at.


Entitled In Fashion, the exhibition looks at dressing up
for special occasions from Brisbane dressmakers to designers
over it's 150 year history.
That's a lot of parties!

I have been assisting them with a video piece that captures
Brisbane designers and Brisbane fashion culture from 1980
onwards.
It's been so much fun, so I hope that you can make it along.
The exhibition opens on the 7th of August from 10am to 5pm daily
and entry is free :
Museum of Brisbane
City Hall
King George Square

www.museumofbrisbane.com.au





Last week, Maree Brady and I saw Opera Queensland's
production of Fidelio.
This was Beethoven's only opera and was written and performed
in German so it has quite a different feel to the "fluid" Italian operas.
The contemporary staging and production was simple but strong
and quite witty.
The outcome was uplifting and spirited.
The next big one is Rigoletto which opens in October.
http://www.operaqueensland.com.au

I saw Michelle Pfeiffer's new film Cheri this week.
This has had some mixed reviews but I loved it.
Michelle was stunning and I LOVED Rupert Friend
in (and out) of his dapper wardrobe.
I'm going to see it again...
www.dendycinemas.com.au


Don't forget that the Brisbane International Film
Festival is on now.
Don't be a slouch!
www.stgeorgebiff.com.au

On Tuesday night we saw the Graduate Parade
at Moreton Institute of Tafe which was well
hosted by the witty Leigh Buchanan.

Thursday night we went to the Press Club's
11th Birthday Party where we had just
a few too many French Martinis.
Quite a few of us there had been to the original
opening which was THE place at the time due
to it's style and amazing interior.
It still looks contemporary today.


Tonight we are heading to another Up Late show at
the GoMA, this time for Australian punk legend
Kim Salmon (The Scientists, Beasts of Bourbon).

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kim_Salmon


There's lots of deliveries arriving weekly now, so I will
do my best to keep you up to date.
Here's the latest!


Antipodium
Totally Tarot Collection

Tarot Minded Dress $329

Flirtini Square Neck Dress in Black $199
Knit Wrap available in Black cotton $149

Magic Carpet Mini in Tapestry Floral $239

and here's some shots from THAT runway show at Rosemount
Australian Fashion Week in May, also featuring the fab
accessories by Make Believe...


Knit Cotton Tank Top available in Natural (pictured) and Black $99

also available:
Knit Cotton Capped Sleeve Tee in Natural and Black $109

Bang One Out Bodysuit in Black $169

Flirtini Square Neck Dress in Black $199

Nothing Compares oversized denim shirt $269
Magic Carpet Mini in Tapestry Floral $239

Nothing Compares Denim Dress $269

The crew at Antipodium are not only divinely talented
but incredibly organized - SHAZAM - right before your
eyes appears the rest of our Totally Tarot delivery already.

Channel some inspiration from their distinctive runway styling
with some grunge grrrirls...Sinead O'Connor, Courtney Love,
PJ Harvey, The Breeders, L7...

If that's just a little too hard, there are some fantastic
simple items in this collection that translate into
everyday classics like the Knit Tanks and Tees.
The Knit Wrap piece is one of those genius drape
pieces that can add drama without trying too hard.
Tres Belgique.
Antipodium in-store now at Blonde Venus!


Natalia Brilli, Paris


Chain Necklace available in Aged Silver Leather $770


Sautoir available in Black Leather and Stone Grey Leather $410 and also Aged Silver Leather $430
Bracelets also available


Raven Leather and Feather Clutch


Men's ID Bracelet in Black Leather $260



Lager Pendant in Black Leather




Whistle Pendant available in Black and also Blue Leather


Passport Holder in Black Leather


Laptop Case in Black Leather

Natalia Brilli was born in Belgium and studied at the
Cambre School in Brussels.
She initially combined working between fashion and
theatre before launching her own collection in 2004
which was instantly bought by prestige stores including
Maria Luisa, Browns and Barneys.
At this time Natalia also designed accessories for
Rochas with Olivier Theyskens.
Probably Natalia's most instantly recognisable pieces
from her first collection are her leather "pearl" and bow
sautoirs and bracelets, which she still continues today.


I have always admired her work which has been creatively
evolving every season.
The level of difficulty in her pieces seems to know no boundaries
which are all hand made in Paris.

I was blown away by this window display that we saw in Paris
last year during fashion week - the band is life size and every
single piece is covered in leather!

We have more pieces in store than I have photographed including
her classic pearl clutch, a lambskin shoulder bag with tassel and charms,
a headpiece in aged silver leather...
Come in and take a peek!
Natalia Brilli in-store now at Blonde Venus!






Karen Walker Jewellery

Wisdom Earrings in sterling silver with cultured pearls $77


Bell Star Earrings $83

These great earrings just arrived and there are more
new pieces coming any day.
Karen's jewellery collection is huge now and remember that
we can order anything from the collection in either silver
or gold.

www.karenwalkerjewellery.com
Karen Walker Jewellery available at Blonde Venus.


B Store, London


Blue Stripe Jacket with Peter Pan Collar $485
also available in Green & Black Cotton Seersucker


Large gingham cotton shirt in Blue & White $269
Also available in Red & White


Large gingham cotton shirt in Blue & White $269
Turn-Up Jeans available in Navy with Dark Check contrast $362


Blue Denim Shorts $269


Pleated Cotton Trouser in Green & Black Seersucker $406


Pleated Trouser in Grey Cotton $406


Shirt/Jacket in Blue Denim $307

I absolutely adore this look and it is so fresh
compared to what is around in menswear at the moment.
The guys have worked the pleated trouser again - this time
a little fuller - and I love the concept of the summer suit.
B Store available exclusively in Queensland at Blonde Venus!


Kostym, Sweden

Loose Shirt in Pale Grey Cotton Stripe $100

Eject White Cotton Dinner Shirt $100


Button Down Shirt in Sand & Black $100

What's New at The Outpost?!

Cheap Monday, Sweden

Mabel Blouse in White cotton/silk $160


Mabel Blouse in Black Cotton/Silk $160


Splice Bow Tie $30


Knit Tank in Off White $60

Knit Tank in Salt'n'Pepper $60


Nina Tee in White Jersey $50


and they're back!
the unisex Tight Jean in Ice Wash $90

Needless to say, these great new pieces from Kostym and Cheap Monday
are all ready flying out the door...so be quick!

Save The Date!
We are hosting a FUN party on Sunday the 23rd of August
at the new X&Y Bar.
So mark the date in your diary and I will let you know what
details shortly.
See you soon,
Thea x

Arnsdorf


Garance Dore on the streets of Paris wearing Arnsdorf tan jersey strap skirt
photo courtesy of jakandjil.blogspot.com

Natalia Brilli-GRAZIA-27 July 2009


Thanks Grazia for featuring one of our new Natalia Brilli pieces in their Birthday issue, this week!

New Season Karen Walker & More!

17 July 2009

Hi Everyone!

Last Friday night was the perfect example of the wonderful
mischief that you can get up to in Fortitude Valley.

Firstly we went to the jam packed Curvy Exhibition at
Nine Lives Gallery which included some particularly
beautiful paintings by Brisbane artist Alannah Mullaly.

Then we ran up to the opening of new club X & Y
on Ann Street.
This building is a local legend as in the 1980's, it was
home to alternative club The Love Inn and later in the
1990's, the infamous Lesbian bar, Club Lewmors.

After that it was down to Rics where Matt's brother
was playing in his band Greg Brady and The Anchors
as well as Mum Smokes from Melbourne.

Lastly, we found ourselves on the top floor of
the Empire where the Lick It crew were hosting
London DJ duo James and Jim from Horsemeat Disco.
The guys played fantastic disco and it was such
a great crowd.
I danced for hours!


Tickets have now gone on sale for the Brisbane International Film
Festival which runs from 30th July to 9th August.
This year the festival has largely moved back to it's original
stomping grounds at the beautiful Regent cinemas
on Queen Street as well as the Cinematheque at the GoMA.

As usual there are too many good films that I can physically see
in the 11 days but I have booked some tickets already so that I
don't miss out.

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The September Issue
http://www.arp.tv/production.html?production=septissue

Absolutely essential viewing is the documentary on the making
of an edition of US Vogue Magazine, The September Issue.
Starring Anna Wintour, Andre Leon Talley and Grace Coddington.

I am going to see Unmade Beds, a film about squatter culture
in London and also the Aaron Rose film Beautiful Losers
which documents a group of early 90's New York DIY artists.

http://www.stgeorgebiff.com.au



If you happen to be in Sydney, make sure that you visit
The Australian Centre for Photography.
Located in an unlikely spot amongst chain stores on Oxford Street
is this fascinating gallery space which has a never ending
stream of great exhibitions.

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photo by Francesca Rosa

Brisbane photographer Francesca Rosa is currently exhibiting
with her spooky but brilliant solo show, entitled Interior Disaster.
Francesca's show is running until the 22nd of August.

http://www.francescarosa.com.au
http://www.acp.org.au







Well, look who's here already and nice and early...



Karen Walker
She's Cracked spring summer 09/10


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strapless bow front dress in gold metallic basket weave $616

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Short Sleeved Staircase Shirt in White Dimpled Cotton $363

Figaro Skirt in Gold Metallic Basket Weave $264

Figaro Skirt also available in Shimmer Black and Shimmer Bronze from the
Northern Hemisphere Collection $274

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She's Cracked Jacket in Black Crumpled Leatherette $484

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Lily Skirt in Black Crumpled Leatherette $275

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Futurist Skirt in Black & White Crosshatch $330

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Legar Blazer available in Plain Black Silk Faille $671

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Salon Skirt in Black Silk Faille $330

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Cathedral Singlet currently available in Plain Navy Linen Jersey $253

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Staircase Top in Navy Linen Jersey $275

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Single Skull Rope Necklace in Black $55
Available at The Outpost

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Rope Tassel Skull Necklace in Black and Rust $55
Available at The Outpost

To really understand a Karen Walker collection, you
HAVE to watch and listen to the Runway show.
The styling and soundtrack is always incredibly clever
and reveals to me why I have a continuous love affair
with what she does.
It just really clicks with me.

The music for this one is SO me :
Karen by The Go-Betweens
She's Cracked by Jonathan Richman & The Modern Lovers
Helter Skelter cover by Via Dove

This is the first new season delivery from this fantastic collection,
with more to come, including more pieces from the Northern
Hemisphere Collection
.

There are also some new fine jewellery styles coming very soon -
I'll let you know when they come through.
Karen Walker in-store now at Blonde Venus!


What's New at The Outpost?!

Acne / Bianchi

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Limited Edition $1895

Our first delivery from Acne is this beautiful collaboration between Jonny Johansson,
the creative director behind Swedish design label Acne and the impressive Italian
bike manufacturers Bianchi.
Currently available exclusively in Australia at The Outpost.

Nine Lives Gallery
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Brisbane artist Alex Gillies opens his solo show tonight
at Nine Lives.

Hope you can make it!

See you soon,
Thea X

blonde venus 707 ann street fortitude valley 4006 brisbane queensland australia t 61 7 3216 1735
http://www.blondevenuslovesyou.blogspot.com

the outpost 5a winn street fortitude valley 4006 brisbane queensland australia t 61 7 3666 0306
http://www.the-outpost-store.blogspot.com

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