ROCKAFILLIES
A TRIBUTE TO THE FEMALE PIONEERS OF ROCK’N'ROLL
It’s time to iron your wiggle frock, pull on your peep-toes and shimmy on down as Miss Pia Andersen in conjunction with The Vanguard presents Rockafillies, a night filled with good girls gone rocking, good girls gone bad and rock n’roll mamas de luxe.
Featuring tracks from the women who pioneered jump blues, rockabilly, rhythm & blues, soul and rock’n'roll including Etta James, Ruth Brown, Big Maybelle, Ella Mae Morse, Wanda Jackson, Aretha Franklin and Nancy Sinatra.
Performed by Sydney’s leading line-up of sassy, seductive ladies of song:
Kira Peru
Carrie Phillis (The Booby Traps)
Sally Street
Pia Andersen
Sally Marett
Kitty Van Horne
Sarah J Hyland
Sara O’Connor (The Velvet Set)
* Just added to the bill DJ ‘Pigfoot Pea’ playing all your hard to find but easy to please rare and rockin filly tunes.
More special guests to be announced to feed your chick habit and get your heart racing faster than forty cups of coffee.
General admission
$18.00 (plus booking fee)
Meal & show package
Admission + reserved seating + main meal$53.00
(plus booking fee)
Tickets available here :
http://www.thevanguard.com.au/shows/2012/02/26/rockafillies/10528
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Jan 30, 2012 | Categories: Events, Latest News, Miss Pia and her Lonesome Playboys, Music, Performances, The Vanguard, Vintage Allsorts | Tags: Carrie Phillis, Kira Peru, Kitty Van Horne, Pigfoot Pea, Sally Marrett, Sally Street, Sara O'Connor, Sarah J Hyland | Leave A Comment »
Well, what a night! It was a rainy, steamy hot January Sunday evening in Newtown, but still we managed to fill the Vanguard theatre to capacity with faithful Elvis fans, all dolled up and ready for a rockin’ dose of The King, from Sun Studios right through to Vegas.
Everyone came out in their Sunday best. No gold suits or flares but there were a few rhinestones and a whole lotta shakin’ goin’ on as the night got underway, with an early performance by Drew Fairley followed by all the best from Elvis’ Sun years as performed by Wes Pudsey and guitar legend Robert Taylor, it fast became a hot mess of dancers and shaking legs. The second set was finished off by local favourite Ezra Lee, master of the keys, hammering out great renditions of ‘Hound Dog’ and ‘I Got a Woman’.
Mikelangelo , Pia Andersen , Christian Power and Drew Fairley Backstage at the Vanguard
After some trouser swelling go go dancing by seductive groovers The Go-Gettes, it was time for some serious action, from the man with Action as a middle name, no less, Mikelangelo. Opening with the slow ‘Loving You’ gelatinized the romantic fats of every girl in the audience, just soft enough before grabbing us all firmly by the hand and leading our hearts to be seared on the coals of an energetic ‘Blue Suede Shoes’ and ‘Suspicious Minds’ (Mikelangelo will surely approve of such an over-the-top description.)
The Go-Gettes
Above :Mikelangelo , Ezra Lee, Pia Andersen and Drew Fairley Below: Frank Bennett and the Go-gettes
With a short set by Christian Power including a couple of fun duets with me, I had the honour of being Frank Bennett’s music stand, holding up his lyric sheets for an impromptu performance of a few famous tunes including a hilariously fast ‘Bossanova Baby.’
As the night wound-down with an all-in finale of ‘Viva Las Vegas’ and an encore of ‘Johnny B. Goode’, it was great to see so many people braving the heat and humidity on the dance floor.
Above : Mikelangelo Below : Christian Power and Pia Andersen
Special thanks to Russall , Nigel and The Vanguard team for making the night possible, Edith for her costume contributions and Darren the sound guy for his ever wonderful aural mastery.
Also a huge thanks to all who performed and all who came to see, overall it was a great way to spend a balmy Sunday, there were so many familiar faces and a lot of new ones, all helping celebrate a worthy birthday in a manner truly fit for a king! I hope to see you all again at the end of February for my next night, Rockafillies, a celebration of the chicks that pioneered rockabilly, jump blues and rock n roll.
Elvis fans in their finery enjoying a hunk a burnin' humid night out.
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Jan 30, 2012 | Categories: Events, Latest News, Music, Performances, Vintage Allsorts | Tags: Christian Power, Drew Fairley, Ezra Lee, Mikelangelo, Pia Andersen, Robert Taylor, The Vanguard, Wes Pudsey | Leave A Comment »
What an amazing team of Vintage Allsorts I have the pleasure of working with……
Last September 15 of my favourite creative allsorts accompanied me to a wonderful location for a very special and surreal event. I was asked to art direct , style and produce a vintage fashion parade to help celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Wanganella Merrino Stud which is the original home of one of Australia’s most influential merino sheep breeds in the industry.
The journey to this famous Australian property located north of Deniliquin, meant a little bit of creative logistics and planning which resulted in private charter fights being the best way to access the event. The Vintage Allsorts team are used to travelling for shows but his journey was quite an adventure and had some of the ladies either squealing with delight (or perhaps a touch of fear ) as our small planes took off the runway ‘Boonoke’ Bound.
When we arrived at the property it was every bit as beautiful as I had imagined it to be, using the homestead as a backdrop for the parade provided a picture perfect iconic setting to display beautiful examples of vintage wool garments.
I worked closely with Lorraine Foster and Grayson Cole from the Vintage Clothing Shop to showcase the incredible array of original and authentic wool garments from the 1920s through to the 1960s housed in their private archives. Together we curated a captivating retrospective parade ,which paid tribute to the wide spectrum of colours, designs and uses encompassed by Australian wool fashions.
We collaborated with Vintage Allsorts’ team of talented performers to create a fun and frolicking, sentimental sheep story romp, set to a quirky soundtrack and taking the guests on a time travelling trip ‘through the looking glass’ – with a few surprises in store…
The amazingly talented Lisa Toyer was responsible for the choreography and dance concepts which perfectly executed my vision and brought to life the characters and colour I wanted to add to the parade , including a Mad Men style secretary routine which lead into an a beach leisure wear party with all models wearing fine examples of vintage wool. Hula-hoop wonder woman Kira Carden truly stole the show with a high energy surf style routine that had the crowd gasping with glee and begging for more.
The intelligent , interested and animated feedback I enjoyed throughout the day was so incredibly satisfying. I had all demographics of people , curiously asking relevant and varied questions about specific elements of the parade and the most rewarding part was that it had them all talking about wool fashion, the history , design , culture and clothing. The parade sparked peoples imagination and they were desperate to know more. So for me asides from the obvious entertainment value we provided it had people looking deeper into the reason behind the parade and for me that is much more important as this is ultimately what the client wanted so we satisfied on all levels.
The night ended with some impromptu Go-Go dancing for Kate Cebrano and a whole lot of Rock’n'Roll.
I was so grateful for all of the individual efforts and commitment of Lorraine and Grayson and the Vintage Allsorts team to make the parade what it was.I am so proud to work with such a wonderful team of talented , multi-skilled , humble creatives. Looking forward to the next adventure…..
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Jan 17, 2012 | Categories: Events, Fashion Parade, Latest News, Performances, Vintage Allsorts | Tags: Kate Cebrano | Leave A Comment »
ELVIS 77th BIRTHDAY BASH
Elvis’ 77th Birthday Bash
Preen your quiffs, starch your jumpsuits and dust off your blue suede shoes as The Vanguard invites you to a very special night celebrating Elvis’ 77th birthday in a manner fit for a king!
From Sun Studios to Soundtracks to the ’68 Comeback Special, let Miss Pia Andersen and her Lonesome Playboys take you to Graceland, Memphis Tennesee with a huge list of guests including:
• Mikelangelo (MEL)
• Frank Bennett
• Christian Power (Lonesome Train)
• Wes Pudsey
• Ezra Lee
• Robert Taylor ( Sonic Aces )
• Drew Fairley
…and many more, performing all their favorites from the King himself. Performances also by the Go-Gettes and a few surprise acts will ensure a night filled with entertainment hotter than a fried banana sandwich.
TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE……….
ttp://www.thevanguard.com.au/shows/2012/01/08/elvis/9578
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Jan 01, 2012 | Categories: Events, Latest News, Music, Performances, Vintage Allsorts | Tags: Christian Power, Drew Fairley, Elvis, Frank Bennett, Mikelangelo, The Vanguard | Leave A Comment »
Another winter almost over, another 50′s fair passes by……..The annual Historical Houses Trust 50′s fair has been a highlight on Sydney’s Vintage Calendar for as long as I can remember. This year marked the 16th Birthday of the event and the ‘Sweet 16′ theme appropriately hallmarked the occasion.
I have worked on the event in various ways for the last 11 years. Throughout that time I have produced fashion parades, co-ordinated roving entertainment , assisted with endless marketing campaigns, radio interviews , newspaper articles , judged the best dressed awards, styled staff, sung , danced and promoted the event sharing it’s story and encouraging people to celebrate all of the things that I love about 50′s culture.
Selection of Various 50's Fair Press Clippings
Advertising Images for 50's Fair 2003
Earlier this year the rumours started to circulate that this would be the last time the HHT put on the 50′s fair in it’s current format. Devastated lovers of the day have approached me to ask questions and shared opinions over the last few months. Some agreeing that perhaps it is time to move on and others so very saddened by the thought that their favourite day might no longer exist.
Well the truth is nothing as yet has been firmly decided and we will all have to wait and see what happens with the event. I adore the Rose Seidler House and think it would be sad to not have a day to remember it’s historical significance but when the day is so crowded and intense can you really appreciate the well chosen colour scheme , the romantic atmosphere and the original features of this brilliant example of Mid- Century Design ? And wasn’t that the motivation for the event in the first place ?
The first time I really fell in love and valued the beauty of this house was during a day of shooting there for the ABC collectors program quite a few years ago. Between takes I lounged leisurely , enjoying the afternoon sunlight, absorbing all of the finer elements of the location.
I encourage everyone who has been to the fair and not had the opportunity to wander through the house, to return on a Sunday when the house is open for tours and take some time to enjoy it’s glory away from the hustle and bustle of an energetic fair.
Perhaps it is time to look beyond a one day event and see what other interesting ways the HHT can celebrate vintage culture not just at the Rose Seidler house but at it’s other properties. I for one am excited about the possibilities.Watch this space , soon as news reaches me about what the HHT has planned i will be sure to pass it on.
In the meantime here are some fabulous images captured at this years fair by my favourite photographer Louise Whelan. I spent a fun day singing and roving with the Hollywood Honeys and some of the gents from the Black and White Big Band. Despite the patches of rain and the fact that it all ended with a heavy downpour , we all had a fantastic 50′s day of fun.
The Hollywood Honeys - Photos Louise Whelan
Familiar faces at the Fair - DJ's Limpin Jimmy and the Swingin Kitten, Chrissy and Daughter Delores, Ben and Elvis from Porteno and Danny, Damo and Pat. All photos Louise Whelan.
Swingtime Dance Troupe - Photos Louise Whelan
Roving with the Honeys and Gents of the Black and White Big Band- Photos Louise Whelan
Sarah Doyle from Porteno Shopping for treasure- Photos Louise Whelan
Rove with me Honeys- Photos Louise Whelan
Sterling and Atomic Life shared a space selling pomade , shaves and styled cuts. Photos Louise Whelan
For anyone interested in visiting the Rose Seidler House is open for tours every Sunday from 10am-5pm. There are more details here………….
http://www.hht.net.au/museums/rose_seidler_house
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Aug 23, 2011 | Categories: Events, Latest News, Louise Whelan, Music, Performances, The Hollywood Honeys, Vintage Allsorts | Tags: 50's Fair, Atomic Life, Limpin Jimmy and the Swingin Kitten, Rose Seidler House, Sterling | 2 Comments »
Swing into Spring - Saturday 8th October
Watch our last event the \’Mid Winter Warmer\’ Teaser Video on You Tube
It’s time to put some swing in your Step ! “Following their sold out “ Mid Winter Warmer”, Function Entertainment Group and Vintage Allsorts are proud to present “Swing into Spring”
Catch a dose of Spring fever with the ‘Cocktail Cabinet’s’ Peggy Lee Tribute Set featuring Vintage Blonde Miss Pia Andersen and the Senator then get some ‘Black and White Big Band’ treatment to sooth your soul. Featuring Vocal Trio ‘The Hollywood Honeys’ with Kitty Van Horne , Miss Pia and special guests ‘Sarah J Hyland’ and ‘Wayne Cornell Jr’ . A Dapper Thorn between the roses the vocal stylings of this musical garden will have you in full bloom.
Special Guest just added to the bill is Melbourne’s own Homegrown Rockabilly sensation ‘Scotty Baker’
We are thrilled to have you in the garden young man, looking forward to hearing your rich vocals backed by the Black And White Big Band.
-There will also be prizes for best dressed Mid Century Spring Ensemble, Judged by Sydney’s Vintage Minx Kelly Doust.
-Get Spinning in the knockout dance contest hosted by Swingtime.
-Culinary Creativity provided by a Love Grub Pop Up Bar and a confectionary stall by Jepska filled with Danish Inspired delights.
-For the fashion hungry you can purchase treasure at Coco Reposes boutique stall
-Decorate yourself at Vintage Allsorts Accessory Parlour with New Stock and Spring Specials especially for this event.
Polish up on your pomade with Atomic Life’s mens den.
 Coco reposes Pop Up Vintage Shop
 Sweet Treats from the Jepska Confectionary Stall
DETAILS:
When: Saturday 8th October 2011
Where : Balmain Town Hall
Time : 7.00pm – 11.30pm
Tickets : Pre Sales $25 + Booking Fee Available Online at
Daisy Tickets – Follow this Link!
https://secure.daisytickets.com/Event/Sydney-SWING-INTO-SPRING-ticke.aspx
$30 on the door if Available
( We sold out last time so get in early online)
So don’t be a wallflower come with us and
“Swing into Spring”.
 Swing into Spring Flyer Design by Red Pepper Retro
*Flyer Design By Sue from Red Pepper Retro.
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Aug 23, 2011 | Categories: Events, Latest News, Music, Performances, The Cocktail Cabinet, The Hollywood Honeys, Vintage Allsorts, Vintage Allsorts Boutique | Tags: Coco Repose, Jepska, Kelly Doust, Sarah J Hyland, Wayne Cornell Jnr | Leave A Comment »
Children's Vintage Fashion Display
Vintage Allsorts Fashion Boutique loved having a stall at the Newcastle Vintage Fair last week. Organised by Jeanette Luke from Here to Eternity the fair is held in the beautiful Newcastle City Hall and was another great success. Not only was there an abundance of top quality treasure for sale , there was a vintage fashion parade , an adorable children’s Vintage Clothing fashion display , a best dressed competition , vintage hair styling and book readings from the Crafty Mix herself the wonderful Kelly Doust.
Models paraded beautiful pieces from Jeanette Luke's Private Collection
Vintage Fashion Parade -Produced by Jeanette Luke
It was delightful to spend some time with fellow Sydney Antique Centre Shop owner Jessica Guthrie from Coco Repose and Kelly. Their shared love and appreciation of vintage clothing and culture provided for some incredibly inspiring conversation and much laughter. Thank you to all involved for making it such a pleasant and memorable day. See you next year ! Xxxx
The beautiful Jessica Guthrie and Kelly Doust, Jacinta from Circa Hats, Vintage hairdressers.
Pia Andersen and Siobhan Lowthe of Vintage Allsorts
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Aug 19, 2011 | Categories: Events, Fashion Parade, Vintage Allsorts, Vintage Allsorts Boutique | Tags: From Here to Eternity, Jeanette Luke, Newcastle Vintage Fair | 1 Comment »
Photo -Louise Whelan
On Sale – Shops and Shopping , Is a fabulous new exhibition at the State Library of NSW which was officially launched last night. For the event Vintage Allsorts was asked to bring to life shoppers through time. Using reference from the exhibition and a little bit of creative license we created roving installations to interact with the crowd.
It was a fabulous evening and such a pleasure to spend time in the wonderfully curated exhibition.I highly recommend that you take a trip to our beautiful library to enjoy it’s offereings.Read below to find out more about the Exhibition- Excerpts Taken from the Library Website
All of these event photos were taken by the incredible Louise Whelan.
Roving Models help to launch 'On Sale' at the State Library - photo Louise Whelan
c1940's Wartime shoppers Georgio and Rosalie ,c1950's Shopper Pia and Doorman Nathan at the State Library
Shoppers through time At The State Library - On Sale Exhibition Opening
c1950's Shopper -Pia at the State Library photo Louise Whelan
c1940's Wartime Shoppers - Outfits supplied courtesy of Vintage Clothing
c1920's Shopper Meelah - outfit Courtesy Vintage Clothing Shop
Shoppers Through Time - Roving Through 'On Sale'
Shopping Through time - at the State Library Photo Louise Whelan
State Library NSW - 'On Sale' Exhibition Opening - Photo Louise Whelan
Visit the Official State Library Website for more information
http://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/events/exhibitions/2011/on_sale/index.html
About On Sale
One of Sydney’s best loved cultural icons is transforming its galleries into a giant ‘shopping mall’ that will have shoppers clambering to see some 250 vintage and contemporary goodies from the Library’s billion dollar collections!
The State Library’s major new exhibition offers a unique shopping experience where ‘customers’ will be immersed in the sights, sounds and extravagant visual pleasures associated with shops and shopping!
“We look at shopping from its humble beginnings to the emergence of ‘fashionable emporiums’ and retail dynasties, upmarket arcades, chain stores, malls and e-Shopping,” says Margot Riley, who spent six months curating the exhibition On Sale! Shops & Shopping.
Margot Riley is great talent and can share fascinating stories on what people purchased through time and where they shopped, as well as read out some of the amusing advertisements of the time eg. Every woman deserves a washing machine!
Everybody shops!
Most of us don’t need to buy, we want to buy. Originally we shopped from necessity; now its a leisure activity and a form of entertainment. It is the job of retailers to create an irresistible world designed to make us spend.
Settlement of Australia coincided with the emergence of ‘shopping’ as a pastime. Sydney was the scene of Australia’s earliest shops and maintained its dominance of the Australian retail market throughout the 19th century.
The retail industry is Australia’s largest employer, with retail figures an important economic indicator.
In 2010-2011, Sydney shoppers are witnessing the largest retail devolvement of the CBD since the 1970s, and the city is set to reclaim it position as Australia’s retail capital.
EXHIBITION DETAILS
8 Aug 2011 – 30 Oct 2011
Exhibition Galleries
State Library opening hours
Admission: Free
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Aug 10, 2011 | Categories: Events, Latest News, Louise Whelan, Performances, State Library NSW, Vintage Allsorts | Tags: Margot Riley, On Sale, Vintage Clothing Shop, Vintage Hair and Make Up | Leave A Comment »
On the 2nd of July Balmain’s Carbon footprint got a swing in it’s step, as guests at the Mid Winter Warmer danced those winter chills away. Vintage Allsorts joined forces with Function Entertainment to transform Balmain Town Hall into a deco dance palace for a whole lot of sophisticated fun.We wanted to create a night that celebrated the culture of cocktail cool. Using the existing colour theme and decadent deco detailings of the majestic hall we planned a night that brimmed with atmosphere and activity.
Photo Courtesy Kris Ezergailis
'The Cocktail Cabinet' - Photos Courtesy Kris Ezergailis
The Opening Set by The Cocktail Cabinet paid tribute to the Legendary Louis Prima who would have celebrated his 100th b’day this year. Led by Simon ‘The Senator’ Bartlett the combo’s vibrant energy and infectious good humour set the party in full swing and the dance floor was jumping from the first note. Pia Andersen ,the cabinet’s pink champagne cocktail shared the microphone with Special guest vocalist boho-swing chanteuse Sarah J Hyland. on some of the classic Keely Smith tunes.
There was much activity during the band breaks . Sharon and Nathan from Swingtime judged a knock out dance contest. There was some pretty tough competition on the floor but the audiences Applause-a-meter raised the roof for the winners 7 year old Lale and her ‘Dapper Dad’ dance partner David Mclachlan. They cleaned up first prize kindly donated by Retrospec’d , and the smile on Lale’s face that stayed for the rest of the night was prize enough for all of the other contestants.
Dance Contest Hosted by Swingtime. Photos by Louise Whelan
- Winners of the Dance Contest Lale and dad David, Photos Louise Whelan and Romualdo Nubla
The best dressed awards were Judged by Sydney’s Queen Dame of Vintage Value and History the Lovely Lorraine from The Vintage Clothing Shop. From the moment doors opened she secretly swept through the crowd assessing the fine collection of Mid-Century Cocktail Ensembles and tapped the two winners on the shoulder just before the announcement was set to take place. Lorraine awarded a prize for best dressed male and female but as they were standing apart at the time she had chosen them what she didn’t realise was that she had chosen a couple.The always immaculate Robyn and Georgio. Two of the best dressed people in all of Sydney Town and beyond. Always groomed in well chosen sophisticated authentic outfits they were well deserving of the fabulous prizes, two delicious bottles courtesy of Cointreau and a voucher for Lorraine’s fabulous Vintage Clothing Shop.
Best Dressed Portraits Taken by Louise Whelan in the Shooting Starlets Parlour
The Mid Century Soundtrack for the second set was provided courtesy of The Mad Men of ‘ The Black and White Big Band ‘ They played and eclectic collection of classics and rare tunes especially chosen to compliment the evening. The Senators arrangements were such a delight for the dancers with intoxicating rhythms and brilliant beats.The vocal stylings of the ever vivacious ‘Hollywood Honeys’ delighted an already excited crowd.
'The Hollywood Honeys' Backstage - Photos Louise Whelan
The combined voices of Kitty Van Horne, Sara Jeanne O’Connor and Pia Andersen provide a strong sensual tone and the genuine love they have for each other and the songs they share make them a true delight to watch. Always beautifully styled they Dressed for the occasion in Bright Satins and taffeta , frosted with opulent jewels they looked like a Ravishing Rainbow of Cocktail Couture. Special Guest Vocalists Sarah J Hyland and Edoardo Santone also joined the Big Band Bounty and added an extra dimension to the already decadent vocal palette.
The Senator, The Hollywood Honeys,Sarah J Hyland and Edoardo Santone-Photos Courtesy Louise Whelan
'The Hollywood Honeys' centre Stage with guest Sarah J Hyland- photos courtesy Romualdo Nubla
Through out the night Coco- Reposes pop up shop provided a welcome break from the dancing, drinking and desserts . Jess always has such exquisite frocks in beautiful condition, I noticed a few ladies adorning them selves with a little extra treasure throughout the night and others making plans to visit her store in the Antique Centre to view her full assortment of amazing vintage masterpieces.
Coco Repose Pop-Up Shop ,Photos Courtesy Kris Ezergailis
The Vintage Allsorts Beauty Bar kept guests perfectly pinned, lined and lashed and the Shooting Starlets Photo Parlour captured some enchanting portraits as well as sneaking some incredible event images in between clients. Lou Lou , as always your photos perfectly capture the colour and clarity of a moment. Thank you for sharing your shots.
Vintage Allsorts Beauty Bar- Photos Louise Whelan and Kris Ezergailis
Sophisticated Yum’s decadent dessert booth kept every one sweetly satisfied. The Chocolate Mouse and cupcakes in a jar being favourite items amoungst the cultured crowd. Always beautifully presented, it is the quality of the food items that always impresses. When Sophisticated Yum is in attendance it is definitely a case of tasting as good as it looks.
Sophisticated Yum's Decadent Dessert Booth , Photos Courtesy Pauline Sophisticated Yum
'Love Grub' Pop Up Bar , Photos Kris Ezergailis
Love Grub’s Pop Up Bar offered a selection of fine organic and boutique beverages. The beers quirky branding and hep names of Hop Rocker and Sassy Red were a hit with the crowd, however being the first Weekend of Dry July it’s no surprise that their tasty softer drinks were in high demand.
Meagan Fitton from Armchair Traveller Radio program and her team joined in the celebration and I have to thank them for not only providing me with some great images post event ( Thank you Kris Ezergailis ) but for truly getting into the spirit of the night and offering assistance and help where ever they saw it was needed. It was a pleasure to have you at our Warmer.
Elegant Guests at the Warmer - photos Courtesy Kris Ezergailis
Dancers at the Mid Winter Warmer - photos Courtesy Louise Whelan
With a packed dance floor and sizzling hot musicians , chills were chased and all in attendance were well and truly toasted and with The Middle of Winter passing by in the right direction it seems that the teams from Vintage Allsorts and Function Entertainment have caught a touch or spring fever and plans for a ‘Spring Fling’ are already in full bloom.
Watch this space, details blossoming very soon….
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Jul 06, 2011 | Categories: Events, Latest News, Music, Performances, The Cocktail Cabinet, The Hollywood Honeys, Vintage Allsorts | Tags: Balmain Town Hall, Coco Repose, Louise Whelan, Mid Winter Warmer, Retrospec'd, Shooting Starlets, Sophisticated Yum, Swingtime | 2 Comments »
Whilst editing photos for this website I was amazed at how many fabulous event images I have that I haven’t yet shared with the world. So I have decided to write a few retrospective blog posts so I can showcase them in full colour glory. In July, 2009 Vintage Allsorts worked with the State Library on a glamorous salon style fashion parade in the grand ballroom of the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth.
The Pret-A -Porter parade featured stunning examples of French Model Gowns from the Darnell Collection , and featured Vintage Allsorts Models who brought to life a visual extravaganza, recreating the glamorous fashion parades of the worlds great 20th Century Couturiers. Compered by Curator Margot Riley , these fabulous garments were set against a nostalgic backdrop of Sydney images from the Library’s collections.
Vintage Allsorts Models - Photos Louise Whelan
It was a wonderful sell out event and a true pleasure to work with not only the wonderful Margot Riley but also Lorraine and Grayson from Sydney’s Vintage Clothing Shop who assisted with the styling and dressing backstage.I have a few projects in the pipeline with these knowledgeable souls and look forward to sharing details soon. In the meantime I hope you enjoy these images courtesy of Louise Whelan and the State Library.
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Jun 27, 2011 | Categories: Events, Fashion Parade, Latest News, Vintage Allsorts | Tags: Darnell Collection, Hair and make up, Parade, State Library, Vintage, Vintage Fashion | Leave A Comment »
