In August 2015, organisers Australian Gift & Homewares Association (AGHA), joined FASHION EXPOSED REVIVED with Home & Giving Fair to bring the Home & Giving + Fashion Fair, Australia’s largest gift, home and fashion trade fair. Hosted across two huge venues, Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre and Melbourne Showgrounds, buyers discovered over 500+ exhibitors, thousands of brands and … Continue reading
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Timeless and unique fashion
Melbourne based designer Victor Alexandre founded his namesake label in 2007, after being in the fashion industry since 1978. His designs have an ageless quality that is aimed towards women of all shapes and sizes who are seeking unique, non-commercial garments made from high quality fabrics. Made in Melbourne, all of the designs are made … Continue reading
How to shop: fashion buying fundamentals
“A fashion buyer is responsible for selecting/developing a range of products, aimed at a specific market, that addresses consumer needs to drive profitable sales and growth.” Womenswear buyer and lecturer Lauren Jones will be sharing her insights and tips for successful retail buying during the Fashion Exposed Business Seminar Series at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre … Continue reading
Pacific Brands is a collective of Australian icons
Pacific Brands has come a long way from manufacturing Dunlop bicycle tyres in 1893. Today, Pacific Brands is famous for marketing iconic brands including Bonds, Sheridan, Hard Yakka, Berlei, Clarks, Hush Puppies, KingGee, Superdry, Tontine, and Volley. Brand Collective represents the Footwear & Outerwear division of Pacific Brands, which is comprised of many of Australia’s … Continue reading
How an Australian retailer ruffled its Feathers to become an icon
“If you are not on social media you will be left behind, simple as that!” – Margaret Porritt, Feathers. With more than 50 years in Australian retail, Margaret Porritt is a fashion force to be reckoned with. Founded in 1972, her Feathers Boutique has grown to become one of Melbourne’s most iconic fashion brands. Along … Continue reading