Fashion Week — Designers on the verge (with pics)

Posted on September 23, 2008 
Filed Under fashion news

Linebreak

The Verge Breakthrough show has always been a launchpad for new Kiwi designers and this year’s show at New Zealand Fashion Week was no exception.

Designers Michelle Yvette, Sable & Minx, Deuchar, Emma and Ana Steele had a chance to show delegates what they were made of.

Michelle Yvette was the proud recipient of a $10,000 dollar grant to help further her career.

She showed a collection of classically feminine pieces, and her standout pieces included a beautiful red wool wrap coat.

Sable & Minx showed a collection based on black and gold that designer Theresa Brady calls ‘classic streetwear for the sophisticated woman’.

Deuchar designer Kelllie Chapman showed a fantastic range of separates with a hint of French tailoring - high-waisted skirts paired with mustard knits and jackets that were pleated and gathered to create a soft, flattering silhouette. More…

Comments

Leave a Reply