Melbourne Spring Fashion Week came to a close on the weekend and showcased much of what Spring/Summer 2012 would bring. Most of this is covered in the latest issue of MyStylist magazine but thought I would do a wrap-up of key trends and messages from this year’s festival.



As Melbourne is a leader in Australian fashion, the fashion festivals are beginning to focus on experience offerings and lifestyle events. So accompanied with runways are also high-tea events, business seminars, aligning with a day at the races with a runway thrown in.  I believe this draws a wider audience.  
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With what has been a few controversial weeks in the fashion industry with the plus size models debate, I attended my first event Tuesday night for MSFW. I went along to the Designer Series Runway Show 1 at the Melbourne Town Hall.

In a case of fashionably late, the event was due to start at 9pm but ran half an hour late with many seats unfilled. I had been looking forward to the event and was expecting a buzz of excitement but found the atmosphere a little flat.

Upon arrival we were given a complimentary drink to start the evening which is always nice and overall, staff were very helpful and friendly. So here is my review, designer by designer:

The parade kicked off with some enchanting dancers showcasing incredible headgear by Richard Nylon Millinery – great timing for Spring Racing. 

I didn't really get into the first designs by Christine. She featured khaki, tangerines, blue and mustard colors with a safari feel to some of the outfits however there was a long maxi I loved.
 
 
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