Live from the show Category
Sunday, October 2nd, 2011
Since debuting at Life Instyle in Melbourne last year, Pony Rider has been featured in nearly every Australian interiors magazine and has become a stylist’s best friend. And it’s easy to why. Founder and designer Kelly Searle combines urban, vintage, typography, floral, industrial and ethnic influences, creating effortless cool in a class of it’s own.
On show at Life Instyle in Melbourne this year was a new palette of cool greys with mustard yellows and black accents. Wall dots, flags, cushions, throws, teakins and table cloths all come together to give Pony Rider a truly unique and fresh Australian design aesthetic for contemporary homewares. For more visit www.ponyrider.com.au
Tags: Homewares, Kelly Searle, life instyle, Melbourne, Pony Rider
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Friday, September 23rd, 2011
Pigeonhole never fail to deliver a bevvy of delights at Life Instyle. And this year was no exception. Their huge stand was a treasure trove of jewellery, accessories, homewares, stationery and photography goodness.
For more check out their daily blog and online shop.
And if you want to see a beautiful yet functional product catalogue, download it here, or click on the image below.
Tags: life instyle, Melbourne, Pigeohole
Posted in Fashion Accesories, Gifts, Homewares, Jewellery, Kitchenware, Lifestyle, Live from the show, Stationery, Tableware | No Comments »
Sunday, August 14th, 2011
According to Seletti, “revolution is the only solution”. And if the uprising they’re planning is half as fun, engaging and innovative as the products on their stand at Life Instyle, then we’re definite recruits to the movement. From the Pantone magazine holders to the striped furniture, black ‘tin’ crockery, stacklable playing card side tables, and Rubicks cube-esque self assembly lounge chairs, there were visual delights ignite the revolutionary in all of us.
To join the cause, visit www.seletti.com.au.
Tags: chairs, Furniture, Homewares, life instyle, Seletti
Posted in Designer Products, Furniture, Gifts, Homewares, Kitchenware, Live from the show, Tableware | No Comments »
Sunday, August 14th, 2011
Heavenly Creatures’ French inspired stand was a definite eye catcher at Kids instyle. From the large Eiffel Tower backing, to the beretted mannequins and French bulldog adorned long sleeve tee we were oh la la la-ing our petite hearts out.
We loved the French motif embellishments, the envelop neck lines, the singing combinations of stripes and the vintage fabric touches.
The collections on show were definitely true to the brand ethos of ‘whimsical play clothes for modern children’. C’est bon!
For more information visit: www.heavenlycreatures.net.au
Tags: boutique trade fair, childrens clothing, Heavenly Creatures, kids clothing, kids instyle, Melbourne
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Sunday, August 14th, 2011
Inspired by the school world of the 50’s and 60’s, Miniséri is the first brand to revamp old-fashioned satchel fastened by “Tuck” clasps. Miniséri has gained fame by reproducing this timeless accessory.
The Miniséri satchel rapidly came in several sizes and showed originality by adopting current fashion trends and a daring choice of colours and materials. All items are short supplied. The satchel can easily be recognised by its Tuck clasp bearing the Miniséri designer stamp and is special in that it can be either worn over the shoulder or as a rucksack thanks to “Strap and go”, a unique system designed by the brand.
Initially designed for children, the Miniséri satchel has rapidly become a fashion accessory for adults. Miniséri has extended its collection still drawing its inspiration from vintage and timeless bags, thus becoming an accessories brand across generations. All models bear Tuck clasps as recognition signs. Satchel, luggage, tote bags, handbags, computer cases and small leather accessories come in chic and stylish varieties.
For more information contact: www.miniseri.com.au
Tags: bag, child, kid, kids instyle, life instyle, miniseri, satchel
Posted in Kids Lifestyle, Live from the show | 2 Comments »
Saturday, August 6th, 2011
Designer and business owner Sophie Farquhar always dreamt of sleeping on a piece of toast with a buttered sheet and tin spaghetti doona. This idea has been brought to life in 2011 with the launch of Bed Toppings – Fun for Sleepyheads at Kids Instyle Melbourne. All designs are crafted in Australia and feature Sophie’s hand drawn illustrations.
Bed Toppings turn kids beds into giant objects. Other bedding labels sell sheets and doona covers separately. But with Bed Toppings, the whole bed can play dress ups. Each set includes a doona cover, flat sheet, fitted sheet and pillowcase, all made with beautifully soft 100% cotton with 200 thread count.
“The sweetest dreams are had sleeping inside a giant Sleepyhead Chocolate Bar.” Who are we to argue? At Kids Instyle until 5pm Friday or visit www.bedtoppings.com.au.
Tags: bed toppings, boutique trade fair, kids bed linen, kids instyle, life instyle, Melbourne, Sophie Farquhar
Posted in Kids Lifestyle, Live from the show | 2 Comments »
Saturday, August 6th, 2011
Swapcards are back and launching at Kids Instyle Melbourne! And we’re not just taking about boys footy cards. swapstar is the new generation of swap cards. They’ve designed 120 gorgeous swap cards to collect for children and the young at heart. Cards are sold in random packs of eight and retail for $8.95. A fantastic kids gift and add-on present.
With an educational twist, all of the cards have a word hidden in them. It is the name of the animal or the number of animals or pictures on the card. But it could be in another language!
See swapstar at Kids Instyle Melbourne until 5pm Sunday or visit www.swapstar.com.au.
Tags: boutique trade fair, cards, first instyle, kids instyle, life instyle, Melbourne, swap star
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Saturday, August 6th, 2011
If you had any doubt that the 80’s were back, Smellies will absolutely crush it. But this time, it’s for the millennials. If you’re under six years old, these Scratch and Sniff t-shirts will blow your mind. And if you’re under 14, you’ll be wearing a hypercolour colour t-shirt, just like dad did when he was trying to solve his first Rubick’s cube. Too much fun to resist. An instant hit for this Christmas. Sniff them out at Kids Instyle until 5pm Sunday or check out www.smelliesclothing.com.
Tags: childrens clothing, hypercolour, kids clothing, kids instyle, life instyle, scratch and sniff, smellies
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Saturday, August 6th, 2011
Keir Angus MacDonald and Asha Celeste Cato met in 1997 while studying Fine Arts at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. Together, they trained in all things ceramic and in 2003 they decided to combine their talents (and middle names) and formed Angus and Celeste. The resulting fine bone china and porcelain objects are unique and covetable.
The Angus and Celeste range bridges the void between traditional and modern. A collection of contemporary yet classical shapes, that are decorated with an assortment of motifs that are inspired by the past.
“A thing of beauty is a joy forever”. Angus and Celeste combine simple materials with complicated processes to produce nothing less than pure objects of desire. The time and attention to detail involved in every object is obvious as soon as you see it. The brilliance of the porcelain is luminous and the subtle shapes are irresistibly tactile. See them at Life Instyle Melbourne until 5pm Sunday or visit www.angusandceleste.com.au
Tags: Angus and Celeste, bracelets, brooches, Fine bone china, life instyle, planters, porcelain, rings, vessels
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Saturday, August 6th, 2011
It’s very apt that ‘Pili Pala‘ is Welsh for butterfly, as owner Helen Mansbridge emerged from her Speech Pathology cocoon to fly free as the creative force behind her brand. Inspired by all things vintage, her jewellery and homeware products feature mediums including Tasmanian Blackwood, recycled scrabble tiles, resin, linen and vintage papers. Story book pendants and brooches, and Three Little Pigs tea towels and cushions will have your heart aflutter until 5pm Sunday, or visit www.pilipalapieces.com.au.
Tags: brooches, Helen Mansbridge, Jewellery, life instyle, Melbourne, necklaces, pendants, tea towels, trade fair, wall art
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