'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

To Market to Market to Buy a....?

To wake up at 4:30am on a Saturday morning, in the freezing cold is definitely not something to put on your bucket list. You may think I'm crazy, but the reason for getting out of my cosy bed was all thanks to getting a stall at Glebe Markets. After hours of lining up in the cold and putting my name on a list- i finally ended up securing my spot at the markets to sell some of my clothes with my friend; who also was as crazy and eager as me! 
So, the moral of the story is: the markets are a great way to sell, buy, or just browse while drinking some freshly squeezed lemonade. 


Below is a list of markets I have been to around Sydney that are definitely worth checking out!


1. Glebe Markets- Glebe Public School each Saturday in Glebe Point Road 9am-4pm
2. Bondi Markets- every Sunday in the grounds of Bondi Beach Public School.

3. Paddington Markets- Paddington Uniting Church on Oxford Street, Paddington every Saturday. 

4. Surry Hills Markets- first Saturday of every month, Shannon Reserve at the corner of Crown and Collins St.
5. Balmain Markets- located in the grounds of St Andrews church Balmain every Saturday.
6. Rozelle Markets- every Saturday and Sunday at Rozelle Public School, Darling Street. 
7. Kirribilli Markets- held on the fourth Saturday of the month from January to November, and on the first and third Saturdays of December at Bradfield Park, on the corner of Alfred St and Burton St, Milsons Point. 
8. Newtown Designer Markets- Newtown Neighbourhood Centre on the third Sunday of each month from 9am until 3pm.

9. Marrickville Organic Food & Farmers Markets- Addison Road, Marrickville every Sunday. 

10. Manly Markets- every Saturday and Sunday just off Manly Corso at Sydney Road.