AFC Curated goes to Hong Kong!
The Australian Fashion Council (AFC) are thrilled to be partaking in the Victorian Government trade mission to Hong Kong Business of Design Week 2018.
Thanks to Creative Victoria, alongside over 50 Melbourne based fashion, jewellery, accessory and costume designers, you’ll find 7 of our AFC Curated labels at 2 exciting locations!
Get to know the labels and view their latest designs as part of the Melbourne Fashion Showcase at Mallory Street, then shop their ranges at our very own AFC Curated retail pop-up at PMQ alongside 3 emerging Hong Kong labels!
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MEET THE LABELS
Tove & Libra is designed in Hong Kong, for the modern women inhabiting this and other busy, beautiful cities. Launching the brand in 2018, founders Christine and Ivan draw on their family heritage of over 3 generations in the garment & textile manufacturing trade...
Meet A.C.F, a sustainable gender-neutral label based in Hong Kong by Australian expat Alexandra Foster. Built on an eco and ethical ethos, A.C.F procure their fabrics from “deadstock”, textiles that would otherwise be thrown away by factories, and proudly produce their collections in China.
Guerrilla Theatre Brand (GTB) is a mythical, multi-layered tale, chronicling visions of the future that find life not only on the page and screen but seamlessly through fashion that is wearable art.
Established in 2013, GEHRICH is the eponymous label of Melbourne designer - Samantha Gehrich. Incorporating a philosophy of sustainability, exceptional fibres and limited collections, each GEHRICH piece is exclusive, luxurious and crafted to stand the test of time. Blending classic style with contemporary flair and an element of 60's mod, Samantha strives to design wearable garments that can seamlessly fit into any modern wardrobe.
A.BCH is a designer basics label that offers a simple solution to a complex problem. We create beautiful garments made to last, complete with full transparency as to how each piece came to be. Our goal is to inform customers of the toll fast fashion is taking on the planet and its people, and offer them an easy alternative with the power to make a difference.
MNDATORY exists at the intersection of what is old and new. The Melbourne based menswear label by Creative Director Brian Huynh reinterprets iconic pieces to present classic silhouettes merged with contemporary designs.
Inspired by iridescence, the underwater world, and all things shiny, MAUDE Studio is an independent designer brand producing ostentatious accessories. Instilling brilliance into each thoughtful design, the Melbourne based label create awe-inspiring statement handbags and sunglasses.
The Lois Hazel brand evolved out of a desire to produce womenswear that showcases intricate design principles along with high quality fabrics, with each collection focused on a central design element.
Launching in 2014, Melbourne based menswear label VINCENT LI presents the unique pairing of the designer's roots in Chinese culture with tenets of western fashion. With the ethos of beauty in imperfection, the designer's personality is infused into every piece he creates, captureing the emotions and heart of the wearer.
The Hong Kong based label by Stella Sieh, creates timeless womens wear, minimalist in style with the finest fabrics and unique details...