Juko

10 February 2011

The bold, edgy fashion jewellery Juko Jewellery label may be unfamiliar in Australia, but it's a different story overseas. Melbourne's Dully, Sam and Julie Lee are the design trio behind the bold, edgy fashion jewellery - mostly in dazzling acrylics, plus pewter and steel - stocked by leading stores from Bloomingdale's and Macy's in the US to Tsum in Moscow.


Azul

3 February 2011

Imagine fashion jewellery that looks and feels like ivory, yet is the last word in eco-friendly. Azul, the brainchild of dynamic Sydney duo, Susanah Morales and designer Angela Henao, has the goods. The elegant handcrafted pieces are made from one of nature's miracles, the South American tagua nut, also known as the ivory nut.


Pink Poodle

3 February 2011

Cologne-based brothers Michael and Jorg Knobloch began in 2003 with funky camouflage covers for cigarette packets. That was the start of Pink Poodle, the innovative accessories brand that has blitzed internationally. Handbags, belts, wallets, cosmetic bags - all are at the cutting edge of German lifestyle design.


Firucci

3 February 2011

Since 1981, the Melbourne company has become a byword in French, Spanish and Italian fashion jewellery and giftware. It is also renowned for its evening bag collections designed by Firucci's founder, Jane Wainscott and her daughter, Gretchen. Their new season range combines elegance and glamour to perfection.


Lettuce by HLA London

3 February 2011

Adrian Lisle and Ryan O'Neill looked set for a legal career after they graduated in law/politics from Britain's Durham University. Instead, the pair opted for fashion and launched Lettuce, devoted to trendy scarves. The colourful, intricate delights in finest cotton voile and linen are boutique favourites and now sell at David Jones.


Trendi Bijoux

1 February 2011

Each season, renowned Tuscany jewellery designer Anna Ciampolini and her team of cool hunters release a fresh collection inspired by numerous influences from street fashion to Impressionist art. Melbourne distributor Bel-Eve will also showcase other temptations including Spanish fine wool scarves and hand-painted resin jewellery.


Buddha to Buddha

1 February 2011

American actor/rapper Snoop Dogg is a big fan of Buddha to Buddha. Numerous other celebs are equally hooked on the fashion jewellery label founded by Holland's Batul Loomans. The look is unique: bold and chunky, yet highly detailed. The latest collection features combinations of sterling silver and leather.


The Fashion Destination

1 February 2011

The fashion destination where industry meet, source and buy. Bags & Accessories Fair - The premier industry event for fashion accessories.