i HEART Melbourne!

I  visited Melbourne this week and had the opportunity to take some cool photos of the beautiful and thriving city. The streets are not only filled with funky people, but also some of the funkiest bars, restaurants, cafes, and shops that I have seen in a while. I was also taken back by the amazing graffitti and art that is displayed on the walls of hidden lane ways, and also the amazing architecture around the city.
I truely heart Melbourne, it kind of reminds me of New York- edgy, contemporary, fashion-forward, and layed back (in comparison to Sydney). If you have never been to Melbourne, I suggest you go at least once in your lifetime....
So it is clear that I have a love for fashion and enjoying taking photos of street fashion. However, when I was in Melbourne a few weeks ago I wanted to focus on my other passions- which include art, culture, and lifestyle elements. Thus, I was inspired by all the amazing culture that fills the streets of Melbourne, where around every corner there is something new and exciting to see, whether it be a vibrant graffiti piece, or a beautiful building. These images I took below will give you an understanding of the Melbourne I have grown to love.

Location- Melbourne, Australia
Photographer- Kiara Reynolds

                         Cookie Bar Rooftop, Melbourne City

    Me and my Melbourne friend Olivia at an amazing Italian bakery, yum! Lygon St

One my favourite shots of Melbourne, who ever thought garbage could be so beautiful?!

                              hidden treasures tucked away in the laneways...

      Catching the tram can be pretty fun!

                                          A warewolf in the heart of the city?

     Beautiful graffitti in the laneways of the city

this bright red door stood out in the street like a sore thumb! but its really cool.

Louis Vuitton, nice shop but even better architecture.

'Street Fashion Sydney- UNSW Kensington'

I took to the streets of University of New South Wales (UNSW), to see what funky fashions the students were sporting. I wanted to go somewhere different with my camera, somewhere that would show us what the multicultural youth are wearing today. Because the University has such a diversity of cultures, there were plenty of fun fashions to be spotted. The day was hot and the sun was shinning, so this is what some of the students chose to wear on a hot spring day. 

Location- Kensington, Sydney

photographed by: Kiara Kiki Reynolds

Bohemian Chic- accessories and colour

Nautical but nice ;)

two of my fave things- red heads and maxi skirts

did someone say James Dean?

Two students rockin stripes- who said Beetlejuice wasnt cool?

'Fringe Bar, Sydney'

A few weeks ago I assisted one of my stylist friends at a photoshoot which was held at Fringe Bar, Sydney. The interiors of this bar is very romantic, mysterious, and chic. Definitely worth checking out!
Below are some photos I took from the shoot.

Location- Fringe Bar Sydney
Photographer- Rhyess Wedes
Stylist- Julin Ertek
Assistant Stylist- Kiara Reynolds
Model- Ashlee Alland
Make Up- Tina Vaiasinni

Le Black Book RSFF High Tea

The photos below are from the Le Black Book RSSF High Tea, which was held last month at Sydney's great venue- The Loft. I had the privilege with working with some of Australia's young designers, and up and coming designers. The runway show was a hit, and the models were great to work with. And not to forget the beautiful owner and creator of Le Black Book, Kath Purkis who is always a pleasure to work with. You will also notice from these runway photos that I add special touches with glasses, flowers, and big bows- which are all very popular on and off the runway this season.

Location- The Loft, King St Wharf Sydney
Stylist- Kiara Reynolds
Photographer- Irene Nagayo
Models- Platform Models
Hair- Christopher Hanna
                            

                            

BACKSTAGE AT THE EVENT:

me having a break from the madness of backstage!

it's hard life being a model ;)

the beautiful garments from the very talented designers. 

The Power Brow

One thing that I love and will probably never go out of style, is the 'power eyebrow'. We've seen it dramatically displayed on the runway, but there definitely is a less obvious way for us ladies to rock it off the runway! The power brow is definitely one of Kiki's Kloset's trends to follow, or at least try out. 

What do these thicker, darker brows signify? That a woman is serious, very powerful and not to be messed with.

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Double Denim- no longer a fashion crime

Double denim – the pairing of a denim shirt or jacket with denim jeans, shorts or skirt – is this year's hot new trend. Why the resistance to double denim? Most of us have the ingredients in our wardrobe, which you would think would make us open to the look. Double denim is supremely undemanding of physical perfection. Chloé, Ralph Lauren, all gave good double denim on their  Spring/Summer 2010 catwalks. 

So this Summer, Kiki's Kloset suggests you jump on board the double denim train, but only if you can pull it off properly. Below are a few golden rules of how to wear and not wear double denim. 

DOUBLE DENIM RULES!

1 Do not wear a belt. With a belt, the look that you were hoping projected Paris catwalk insouciance becomes unreconstructed  truck driver.

2 You need contrast in colour: One piece should be a darker denim. You might want this on your bottom half, darker colours being more slimming.

3 Don't go with a very fine chambray shirt with a very heavy denim jean. That's not double denim, that's cheating, and it doesn't have the right impact.

4 Break up the heaviness of the look with something light and feminine: the strap of a fabulous cross-body handbag, perhaps; or a pair of earrings; or wear the shirt open  to show  a pretty camisole.

5 Roll your sleeves up and highlight bare wrists with a bracelet or a big ring.

 

Alchemy Music Photo Shoot

I had the privilege of working on and styling for the Alchemy Music photo shoot a few weeks ago, for a group of incredibly talented young musicians. Check out some of the photos we produced for the shoot.

Location- Cronulla, Sydney
Photographer- David Little
Stylist- Kiara Reynolds and Yvonne Tozzi
Make Up- Samantha Symonds