Fashion Down Under

Founded by Ivanna Fontana + Ashley Simmons, Fashion Down Under is a LANDMARK fashion event for Australian Designers that seek a dramatic and sensational introduction to the U.S market. The Australian creative scene is alive and well and Fashion Down Under boasts up-and-coming labels and shiny and new names every girl (and guy) should know.

Akira Isogawa is one of Australia’s most iconic designers. Born in Kyoto Japan, Akira moved to Australia in 1986 where he studied fashion design at the Sydney Institute of Technology, drawing inspiration from contemporary Japanese design. www.akira.com.au

Steph Audino embraces classic and modern silhouettes with a chic and vibrant new spin on women’s apparel. The brand launched in 2011 and since then has received press from both national and international sources. Steph is based in Perth, Australia. www.stephaudino.com.au

Robb + Lulu a Melbourne based swim wear brand is made up of Australian duo Rob and Lulu who met, fell in love and decided to combine their design forces to generate some seriously distinctive fashion pleasure for us all. www.robbandlulu.com

Ange Lang is an Australian luxury evening wear designer label offering ball gowns in contemporary-classic designs, women’s black tie and red carpet gowns and corporate evening dresses. Ange Lang’s creative ambition is to offer Australian women sophisticated prêt-a-porter evening wear that fuses classic style with an edgy elegance. www.ange-lang.com

Pure Blakk is a high quality menswear label designed in Australia but made exclusively in Europe.  Designed for Men who like to keep their style simple, but want to stand out with great quality pieces. www.jericoclothing.com.au