Tahlia Coker – Crochetta

“For Down on the Ranch we’re doing cable knits in soft colours like peach, olive, taupe and cream – just beautiful,” says Tahlia Coker. “I imagine a farmhouse with logs crackling in the fireplace.”

Three years have passed since the dynamic young Melbourne accessories designer took over 25-year-old fashion firm Crochetta and transformed it from staid old lady into edgy trend-setter.

Visit Crochetta at stand 1800

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 Katerina Miaoulis - Memsahib

When Calvin Borel raced to victory on Super Saver at the Kentucky Derby on May 1, the American jockey's wife Lisa was also in the spotlight. What exquisite headgear, enthused the fashion press.

"It was the most photographed hat at the Derby," says Katerina Miaoulis, designer of the tricorn pillbox that made it into Life magazine

Visit Memsahib at stand 2006

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Martin Georges and Elena Chernoskotuva - Catwalk Exotique

Martin Georges and Elena Chernoskotuva had a vision: premium quality crocodile leather handbags embellished with precious metals.

It will become reality when the Gold Coast husband and wife team launch their luxury label Catwalk Exotique at Fashion Exposed. They are best known as wine exporters, so why this radical departure?

Visit Catwalk Exotique at stand 2004

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Charms Baltis and Ben Neich - Afterglow Jewellery

Every Afterglow collection is designed with a storyline in mind. Classic tales fuelled the latest, King of the Castle.
"It's been inspired by stories such as The Secret Garden and Alice in Wonderland," says New South Wales designer Charms Baltis.

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Mindy Mason - Etiquette

The new handbag label was a sensation. Practically overnight, it was on every serious fashionista's must-have list and its creator, Mindy Mason, was reeling from shock.

Visit Etiquette at stand 1904

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Alexandra Servos - Aliss & Ena

Alex Servos spends 4-5 months of the year overseas. Most of it is work-related, but that's no hardship for the vivacious Melbourne designer who soaks up atmosphere and trends like a sponge.

Visit Aliss & Ena at stand 2406

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Susie McPherson - Susie M

At least twice a year, Susie McPherson travels across Europe to call on her favourite jewellers, discover new ones and absorb fresh trends.

Visit Susie M at stand 1806

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