ASH TO GOLD HQ | AW12 Concepting

As we go in to production for SS11/12, the next cycle of planning is under way at ASH TO GOLD HQ for AW next year.  Think raw, think layers, think perfect imperfections.

Things inspiring us include; fiery autumn sunsets of washed out oranges and pastel purples and blues, natural bases with industrial finish, the DETAILS, closing our eyes so we can see, being in love with our selves, the layers of our person, and connection.

Creatures Of Style | Mr West in that new Phoebe Philo

With all the talk about Kanye West wearing the Air Yeezy 2 sneakers at Coachella, which is fantastic, don't get me wrong- they seem to have over shadowed his opening outfit. To close the 3-day music festival, Kanye wore a Celine long-sleeve shirt from the French luxury brand’s Spring/Summer 2011 collection. Designer for Celine is the aforementioned Phoebe Philo, also mentioned in "Dark Fantasy" lyrics. Yes, this is womenswear, but I don't think it would wear better on any woman. Forever the innovator, we are looking forward to seeing more collab's involving Mr West very soon.. Take note that July will be an exciting month down under!

Creatures Of Style | Faux Fur Fall

More from our shoot last week.

Creatures Of Style | Faux Fur Fall

photographer: Freya Lamont
stylist: Samantha Ashton

I had a play date with a talented local Brisbane photographer who goes by the name of Freya on Monday in sweltering temps we decided an Autumn Winter inspired shoot would be most excellent.  So in between powdering my sweaty moustache and sips of gin-cran-lime-soda we managed to get some super fun shots to add to both our books.  Here is a sneak at what to expect, and I will upload the rest when they become available

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Creatures Of Style | Power Suit

This image is just the perfect example of power dressing for men.  You may think that the suit makes the man: you are wrong.   It is the cut of the suit and the style in which said suit is worn, that indeed makes the man.

via. Creatures of Style Blog

Creatures Of Style | Keep It In The Family

It's never too early to get into fashion!

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Creatures of Style | Leopard Lovers

something primal within you is brought out when you wear leopard print, it goes with every skin tone, every occasion if worn in the right way. here are some of our favourites

CHANEL pre-fall 2o11 Paris-Byzance

"The season's theme, Paris-Byzance, Lagerfeld explained, was inspired by the Empress Theodora and the lost culture of Byzantium. In typically rapid-fire mode, he noted: "Theodora was a circus artist who became empress, like Chanel, who was a little singer and became a fashion empress." Ba-domp-bomp! Mostly, however, the reference came via Coco's Byzantine-inspired Gripoix jewelry, which is instantly recognizable even today." Karl Lagerfeld -style.com

Creatures Of Style | Dolce & Gabbana "Girl's Best Friend"

Stefano and Domenico sent a little love to their favorite girls by transforming their Via Spiga 26 boutique into a wonderland for everything feminine. The ladies were invited to listen to the sweet set of house D.J. Natasha Slater; have their palms and cards read; indulge in the atmosphere of an old-school beauty salon while having their eyebrows threaded; have a total make-over in the vanity room; and experience the Spring/Summer 2011 collection while sipping on the most refreshing prosecco served fifties-skate style.

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