Julia Ford wears Sweepstake Winners shirt and pants, vintage earrings from a New York market, Babelogue vintage necklaces, Gucci sunglasses and ring (on right hand). Photo: Holly Burgess. This week we talk to Julia Ford, designer and director of label Sweepstake Winners and creative director for Kathryn Wilson shoes, about why Levi’s 501 jeans are a wardrobe staple, the reason she’s embraced a more casual dress style, and dressing for the mood you want. How would you describe your personal style?  I would say my personal style is put-together and polished but always with a sense of humo ..read more

SS22 Etro Ready to Wear. With overseas travel back on the cards, many of us are eagerly anticipating our next getaway to a faraway, warmer clime. But for those of us who haven’t been overseas for the past couple of years, knowing what to bring can be a conundrum. To take the guesswork out of holiday dressing, here are nine versatile styles to take on your destination with style and ease. Scroll on for FQ’s 9 holiday wardrobe essentials: 1. Pretty prints Brighten up your travels with a flirty floral or geometric print. A relaxed fit is a must, and dress your chosen pattern up or down with ..read more

1. Shop: Harris Tapper's autumn-winter collection, 'Composition' A label known for its effortless elegance and sculptural minimalism, this week Harris Tapper debuted its autumn-winter ‘Composition’ collection.  Made up of reliable foundation and statement pieces in pale hues, classic neutrals, and a bright ‘Klein Blue’, Composition juxtaposes both avant-garde and softer feminine styles. We have our eye on the heavy wool coating, tuxedo suiting, exaggerated ball gowns, and fluid satins.  Shop Harris Tapper Composition at harristapper.com.  2. Try: Boost Lab's AI-powered ..read more

Tanya Barlow wears Eloquii suit, Fashion Brand Company top and Nike 'Air Force 1' Valentine's Day-edition shoes. Image: Holly Burgess. This week we talk to multidisciplinary artist Tanya Barlow about her badass personal style, dopamine dressing, and why she’s excited for the future of fat fashion.  How would you describe your personal style?  Principal at the clown school/fashion clown. Fun, comfy, colourful, badass, and a touch of silly. Kooky aunt. What are your go-to outfit staples?  Patterned mesh tops, knit column skirt, cropped jackets, cropped cardigans, fun knits, turt ..read more

Autumn-winter 2022 runway looks. Now that we’re into the swing of winter, there’s nothing more comforting than reaching for your favourite pair of jeans. But pants are just as perfect for winter too — and with this season’s versatile styles and choice of fabric, there’s truly a pair for everyone. Scroll on for FQ’s favourite 6 pant styles to try this winter: 1. Leather luxe Synonymous with rock bands and the iconic ‘99 film The Matrix, leather pants are an effortless way to grunge up any outfit. The soft and pliable material is water and wind resistant, which provides exceptional warmth ..read more

Sonnie founders Eloise Shanahan (left) and Ally Munro (right). Image supplied. Children’s clothing can be cute, but it’s sometimes hard to find clothes that live up to the durability parents desire and style kids want. Eloise Shanahan and Ally Munro couldn’t find clothes that had the longevity, quality and fun prints their kids wanted, and this struggle was the push they needed to create Sonnie — a line of quality, fashionable clothing for youths. Sonnie has only been operating for a little over a year, but it is quickly filling the gap in the market for organic clothes that kids can run aro ..read more

Copenhagen street fashion, autumn-winter 2022. We’ve all been there — the forecast predicts rain and gales, and you layer on clothes and hope for the best, inevitably wet and traipsing through puddles. You don’t need to let the fickle weather get you down — here are Fashion Quarterly’s picks for stylish water-resistant and waterproof essentials that will keep you confident, dry and prepared.  1. Trusty trenchcoats Aim’n ‘Recycled Tech’ trenchcoat, $280. SHOP HERE Everlane ‘The Long Mac’ coat, $374. SHOP HERE 2. Dopamine delights UGG ‘Tasman X’, $154, from S ..read more

1. Covet: Love James bridal & vintage Blushing brides to be take note, Love James is the latest offering in town that promises to delight with its carefully curated array of vintage and designer bridal and party pieces. Sourced from across Aotearoa, the United Kingdom and the United States by fashion maven Lizzie Langridge, there are new and old delights aplenty, including dazzling beaded and lace dresses, statement jewellery and headpieces, veils, and dancing heels.  Individuals looking to peruse the collection can book an intimate and relaxed viewing in the Love James’ Aucklan ..read more

Peta Mathias wears Issey Miyake 'Pleats Please' dress, Italian-made earrings, purchased in France and Alberto Gozzi shoes. This week we talk to chef, author, and broadcaster Peta Mathias about her penchant for Issey Miyake, her style evolution, and the red veil she wore to her wedding. How would you describe your personal style?  I’ve written a whole chapter on personal style in [my book] Shed Couture. Basically, your style comes from knowing yourself so you can liberate your personal flavour — the purpose of clothing is to tell the world the story of you. My mother taught me style and ..read more

It would undoubtedly be easy for Deadly Ponies founder and creative director Liam Bowden to stick to his knitting. After all, the brand’s handbags have garnered a cult following far and wide. Yet, it doesn’t appear to be Bowden’s nature to rest on his laurels. It’s been a busy few years for the brand: with various collaborations, the arrival of vegan-friendly leather alternatives, a carbon-zero certification, and let’s not forget the ambitious goal to create the world’s most ethically responsible handbag`. “We’re always willing to challenge ourselves,” says Bowden. “We are constantly d ..read more