Journal

AFW reimagined
Australian Fashion Week (AFW) run for industry by industry. This generational opportunity for the Australian fashion industry marks a transformational shift. I am confident that AFW will evolve into a platform that elevates Australian fashion on a global stage prioritising the needs of local industry that generates over $28b for the Australian economy. Leading designers, Vogue Australia, Ebay Australia, University of Technology Sydney showed solidarity here, have you shown your support? I attended the AFC member update (virtually) yesterday and congratulate the proactive actions, vision, accountability and transparency of the Australian Fashion Council (AFC).

Live illustration FOTF Stradbroke Day
Emma Bond illustrated from life The Star Stradbroke FOTF looks for Brisbane Race Club. Ladies and gentleman adorned in black, white and a touch of red - every look a winner! Many chose to wear their values supporting locally made, vintage and upcycled looks. A fabulous event thank you Fashion Queensland.

Live illustration at Tafe Senior College Formal
Emma Bond illustrated Tafe Secondary College Formal Students and Staff from life at Sirromet Winery, Mount Cotton, Queensland

The good of Australian Fashion Week
Emma Bond attended Australian Fashion Week to apply her illustration skills to celebrate the brands that are manufacturing in Australia, the creative makers wearing their own creations, and those implementing circularity initiatives in our industry. Read more for AFW highlights, illustrated.

Live illustration for guests celebrating Brisbane partnerships
Emma Bond illustrated guests live at Brisbane Airport and Lotte Duty Free celebration of the 10-year partnership extension! This event was hosted at Brisbane’s beautiful Thomas Dixon Centre home of Queensland Ballet. Hosting an event? Make it memorable with our live illustration packages.

Ms Oceania x Montblanc
Live event drawing by Emma Bond of Madi and Pip for Ms Oceania and Montblanc guests at the Investors Night, Brisbane.

Wear Next
Clare Press invites you to imagine and participate in, the future of fashion in her book Wear Next. We can’t wait to dive into our copy, but first some of the rich points of conversation from the Brisbane launch!

The Textile Exchange Cotton Round Table
I was curious and excited to participate in The Textile Exchange Cotton Round Table in Amsterdam. I believe it’s important to be part of this discussion of preferred fibres and maintain a global perspective. I had the opportunity to speak with others gaining valuable insights, empathy and knowledge all the while sharing and contributing. You can register for the virtual round table on July 6 - link provided within.

Global Fashion Summit
Emma Bond attended the Global Fashion Summit in Copenhagen and chose to illustrate and take notes so that we may visually share key messages and the passion clearly present, driving ambition to action! Illustrations and notes were made from life, at the event.

World of Wonder
Enjoy the World Of Wonder: Margot McKinney exhibition at Museum of Brisbane. Margot is a fourth generation Australian jeweller known for her use of the finest pearls, rare opals and large gemstones. Her designs are striking, bold & spectacular. Margot uses (largely) Australian materials in her opulent works. See our favourite moments and Emma’s illustrations of her works.

Iordanes Spyridon Gogos
Jordan Gogos collaborates with over 50 creatives to change how we engage in fashion.
“Unused materials, (&) threads need to be shared, not thrown away or put in storage.”

AAFW in conversation
AAFW In Conversation: Michael Lo Sordo and Alyce Tran. We loved this conversation especially hearing of Michael’s creative process and thoughts on Australian Fashion.
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