SV Beauty
Nicole Harrison (above) fresh faced with merely some vaseline on, ready to be transformed.
Photography: Thom Kerr
Beauty: Rebekah Clark
Styling: Me
A while ago Thom Kerr, Rebekah Clark and I shot Chadwick model Nicole Harrison for a beauty shoot inspired by Frida Kahlo. Sometimes in the fashion world shoots never see the light of day (if you've seen The September Issue, you'll understand why), it's just the way it is but that's where SV comes in. I just couldn't let this one go unseen so I bring you an exclusive look to reveal the wonder that is Perth model Nicole Harrison.
As I said in my last post she is one of my favourite models and a force to be reckoned with at only 16. I can see big things happening for this model in the near future.
Enjoy our fantasy land!
Butterfly hat by Of Cabbages and Kings, nude Dion Lee dress from Dilettante, coral earrings by Dinosaur Designs from FORM.
Stephen Jones head-piece and Marni necklace from Elle Boutique, Nedlands.
Vivienne Westwood brooch (worn on head) and Marion Vidal coral necklace from Dilettante. Vintage bathers (worn as head-piece) from Winifred & Bance, Inglewood. Coral earrings by Dinosaur Designs from FORM.
Vintage raincoat (worn as bow head-piece) from Winifred & Bance. Dinosaur Designs ring from FORM. Lanvin necklace from Elle Boutique.
The tricks of the trade. Lacky bands around ankles to tuck Stella McCartney jodpur shape trousers into boots.
Vini with his impressive clip lanyard.
Roberta, Ana (LOVE her outfit, such desert chic) and Vini.
Max being himself. Very funny guy!
Love this photo. Roberta's cowboy boots used as camera holder. A very Brazilian looking leg.
Giovanni making his adjustments.
Double sided tape. The ultimate tool!
By
Since Jaime Lee graduated in 2008 from the WA School of Art, Design and Media with an Advanced Diploma in Fashion & Textile Design, I have been working with the designer to help establish her brand.
The campaign shoot will be released nationally through various publications, starting in Perth and it is a chance for the public to experience a moment inside the heads of two creative geniuses from Australia. 
Our stunning campaign model Sarah C from Scene waiting for the final touches from make-up artist extraordinaire, Rebekah Clark.
The bathers are to kill for. 
And who doesn't love a Turban. 
Jaime Lee (left) preparing Sarah for the camera with make-up artist Rebekah Clark (right) lending a hand.
The amazing backdrop created by Thom Kerr consisting of 54 party wigs cut in half and nailed to fabric. 
Sarah being filmed by the crew. Looking like a SUPERSTAR!!
One of my favourite pieces for a more sophisticated individual. Extremely original and quite different from Jaime's previous work. 
Watch out Australia, there's a new kid on the block!
The bow (above) was designed by ECU fash grad Jessica Carlucci.
Too cool for school.
I thought I would take this opportunity to say I despise the term 'cool kids.' It implies a sense of negativity towards expression and individuality. 
This boy looks to me like a human blank canvas. I could imagine him
in any style. If he dyed his hair lighter and donned a bit of worn
leather he could even channel River Pheonix.
Designer Tim Watson wears his own trousers with the best necklace I have ever seen rocked by a dude.
Installation piece exhibited. I wouldn't be surprised if this resembles Meghan Hoise's own bedroom.
(Above centre & right) Designs by Meghan Hoise.
Sarah (above) in Caldi Design. 
Design by Grace Loo.
Jessica Carlucci's couture-like dress.
Designer Esther Lane was my favourite of the evening. Her designs most closely match my aesthetic. Her print work was inspired by the explorer/author Edward Packard who I discovered (upon researching) was responsible for the Choose Your Own Adventure children's series. The scar on the model's leg is perfect. 
Victoria Vidovich's design brings character to fashion. 
Alysia Harvey.
Do you remember this page of the Perth Fashion Festival's '09 program? 
(above) suit by Carly Hunter.
(above images) 
Paige
(above images)
Stylists own chain mail band worn as head piece, spike cuffs and chain belt worn as armour from Joynt Venture, Perth.
Kiara Thomson (right) with models wearing her collection.
Boots by Lok Man Suen (Moon). Very clever detail. 
Designs (above and below) by Daniella Caputi. 
When I arrived backstage before the show so many of the models were engrossed in their books. It seems pathetic to highlight this fact, as why wouldn't they be but almost every girl sitting down was reading. Take that critics!
Off to school says designer Elizabeth West.
This garment by Rebecca Timson is inspired by the work of Sandra Backlund. It is stunning, surprisingly flattering and a very fashion forward design. 
Kate Townsend creations (above and below)
Kimberley Gouges
Sarah Munday design
I do like the theatrical element to these two garments by Rebecca Timson (above and below.) There is certainly room for costume-type design in fashion.
Kathryn Bell (above and below). What a storyteller!
Detail shot of Emma Brown's design. 
Tom and Jessi wearing Emma Brown designs. 
These three stylish ladies support WA designers. 
Bec showing me the way around backstage. 
Artist/Model Sam Desouza (and not the other way around.)
Len Collard from Moodjar Consultancy provided the Welcome to Country. 
One of Tim Watson's models showing his personality in the designs. 
Designer Chloe Jones.
(Above) Eve Goh's collection 'Windows'
Hannah Mcgrath's 'Of Dappled Woods and Magic Air'
(Above and Below) Ash Reader 
I loved the hair and make-up for all the collections. Artistic Visions and Kit Cosmetics did a fantastic job.
Chloe Jone's 'Whimsical Confections'
Tim Watson's Flaneurism
Natalie Fardella 
The hair for Natalie Fardella
(Above and Below) Catherine Mancini design
Rebecca McCarthy of STM fame models the saturated gown.
Charme` Nienaber - Eclectic Folk
Pauline Kashimoto
Quentin Weymouth 
Monnica J Marwick
