INCUBATOR NOW // JUNE 2008
Your monthly guide to the what’s
happening now in australian fashion,
accessories, design and more!
Ryan Whelan Collection
Accessorize,
Accessorize,
Accessorize!
As Melbourne continues to lead the way of custom-made fashion, resident FIMC designer Ryan Whelan has himself well positioned. Bespoke designs from his eponymous label are complimented by a ready-to-wear collection that focuses on superior craftsmanship. Whelan’s repertoire ranges from casual wear to indulgent formal fashion for men and women. His designs flirt with the balance between edgy aesthetics
and luxurious construction. Each of Whelan’s items can now be beautifully complimented by his new collection of accessories, comprising of cufflinks, pocket watches, chains, money clips, and collar stayers. The collection ranges from quirky to classic, including 9 carrot gold and sterling silver details. Ryan Whelan is stocked exclusively at Fashion Incubator Melbourne Central where he has refined his skills in producing high quality and high style garments. Make an appointment today with Ryan to discuss the possibility of creating something truly unique, for any occasion, through his made-to-measure service.
Initial consultations are obligation free.
FIMC
Welcomes
Jenny
Banister
FIMC have forged ties with iconic Australian Designer Jenny Bannister! A collection of Bannister’s archival pieces from the raging 70’s and the hedonistic 80’s are on display in the FIMC retail gallery for a limited time, complimenting her current collection on sale to the public. FIMC and Jenny Bannister launched the partnership on Friday the 23rd of May, with a networking session with designers and members of the public over glasses of bubbly! FIMC welcome Jenny to the fold, and looks forward to participating in a range of FIMC events throughout the year. Be sure to check out the installation of Jenny’s incredible anthology of garments in our retail gallery, which are usually reserved for collections in a range of Australian museums; such as the Powerhouse in Sydney. The installation features Bannister’s infamous Mad Max leather ensemble, and creates a colourful and historic contrast to the work of FIMC’s young aspiring designers. Stand out from the herd in one of her signature wild and beautiful cocktail dresses, which come
in a range of fabrics incorporating bamboo, steel, and delicate feathers.
GRIN AND
WEAR IT
Grin and Wear It is an eclectic range of individually designed, hand Made, resin jewellery, from Frieda McGirr. The range encompasses a broad range of colours, styles, and designs. Every piece within the range is hand made, unique, and made with passion and endeavours to use materials that not only make their Jewellery unique but also sturdy and ageless. Frieda McGirr has a background in the building and renovating industry but also persued her hobbies of sculpturing and painting through formal training. McGirr’s talents evolved
during her time as an artist selling contemporary art works through an Australian gallery to local, interstate, and overseas collectors. It was through the use of resin in her artwork that McGirr was inspired to make resin jewellery, because she absolutely loved its complex yet versatile nature. Brighten your winter wardrobe
with a splash of colour from the Grin and Wear it range, exclusively stocked at FIMC.
ELLA
Congratulations to FIMC label, Ella, for her unique in store parade, Be Moved By The Clothes You Walk In, combining fashion with dance on June 1st. Photos from the event will be posted on our website soon!
Josua Andreas Collection
Josua Andreas
Launches HIS
New Collection!
In keeping with this month’s accessory bazaar, Designer Josua Andreas has risen to the occasion, with the launch of his luxurious collection of handmade bags. Andreas’ new collection draws inspiration from his vibrant and colourful homeland of Indonesia. Each bag is hand embroided, ensuring optimum attention to detail, with each unique piece. The
new collection celebrates local art from the province of Aceh in the Sumatra Islands, a small piece of the world infamous for it’s intricate and delicate hand embroidery techniques, and devastated by the Tsunami 4 years ago. The new collection of women’s bags encompasses styles and sizes to suit every occasion – from travel bags, overnight bags, hand bags, to small shoulder bags, with prices ranging from a mere $150-$300, with a collection of men’s
bags in the pipeline. FIMC together with Josua Andreas; are proud to announce that all products in the new range shall reach our retail gallery on June 24th, following the official launch at FIMC.
So get in store quick to own your first of many unique Josua Andreas bags, each one of these
pieces are a work of art to be teamed with your favourite outfit!
For more details on the secret Josua Andreas VIP launch, please register your details at
www.myspace.com/josuaandreas for regular updates and ticketing information.
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Presented by Fashion Incubator Melbourne Central
Melbourne architecture inspires couture show
French fashion designer Pierre Balmain once famously declared, “dressmaking is the architecture of movement”.
Melbourne Central shall bear witness to Fashion Incubator Melbourne Central’s first couture fashion parade ‘Skyline-Incubator Inspired’. Each elaborate garment, created by young designers at Fashion Incubator Melbourne, has been inspired by Melbourne’s landmark architectural sites.
The one night only parade will host a collection of 10 structural garments from designer labels Josua Andreas, Ryan Whelan, Zephyr Graham, Fooism, Ella, Omnicron, and Joli, among others.
Fashion Incubator Melbourne Central supports their 15 resident designers by means of supplying workspaces, materials, industry know-how, and business seminars, as well as providing a space to exhibit their collections in the retail gallery located on level 2 Melbourne Central.
Fashion Incubator has previously showcased the work of their young talented designers at various state and national fashion weeks. This is to be their first foray into the world of couture.
‘Skyline – Incubator Inspired’ promises glimpses of Australia’s future fashionistas at work, as they pay homage to the beautiful, eclectic and innately Melbourne architecture that captures the essence of our beloved skyline.
Details
Wednesday 23 July
6:30pm
Melbourne Central
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Melbourne Spring Fashion Week (MSFW) will take over the city with fashion in the first week of spring, from 1-7 September, celebrating its 14th year in 2008.
A jam-packed week of events and promotions, the city’s laneways, boutiques, retailers and nightlife come alive during this week, bursting with new spring/summer collections that are on show and ready to inspire.
Exclusive VIP shopping nights, stunning catwalk shows with some of Australia’s most innovative designers, exciting exhibitions, workshops, after parties, fashion lunches and more will excite any fashionista’s tastebuds as they indulge in the city’s hottest design talents and most contemporary retailers.
The full program of events will be available at www.thatsmelbourne.com.au from August 2008. Until then, if you’d like to receive news ‘hot-off-the press’, register online at www.msfw.com.au.
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Welcome to the weblog of Fashion Incubator Melbourne Central,
the platform for emerging designers. Visit our official website at www.fashionincubator.com.au.
We are proud to announce the launch of our new blog where we will keep you updated on Fashion Incubator and it’s emerging designers. Keep an eye on upcoming events and our designers’ breathtaking new collections!
The people at Fashion Incubator
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