The Last Time I Saw Matilda, Absorb’s latest fashion film collaboration with fashion photographer Justin Ridler captures model Matilda Price in looks from some of Australia’s favourite homegrown independent designers.
In a meandering collection of Ridler's images, we see stunning garments from Fleur Wood, Yeojin Bae, Arabella Ramsay, Day Birger et Mikkelsen, Mezi and accessories by Mania Mania as a young, free-spirited girl wanders about the sundrenched countryside of the rugged headlands in NSW.
Described as, “an ode to fleeting memory and the beauty of lasting encounters,” the film translates the elegant yet uninhibited styling of stylist Chiara Bianchino and the exceptional photographic style of Ridler into a beautiful, ethereal short film.
Absorb have teamed up with talented photographer Hyun Lee and sisters Maddison and Tierney Stockford from Priscillas to produce another absolutely gorgeous fashion film titled, ‘Twin’. The eerie film suggests the parting of the two sisters and captures the young models in an assortment of beautiful garments from Justine Davis, Suboo and graduate designer Lisa Barbaro. Accompanied by an original score by composer Shea Duncan, the entire production is exquisitely haunting and a brilliant collaboration of creative talent.
Photographer: Hyun Lee
Stylist: Chiara Bianchino
Makeup: Chereine Waddell
Hair: Doran Lu
Models: Maddison and Tierney Stockford, Priscillas
Absorb’s latest short fashion film collaboration showcases the SS11 range by Aussie designer swimwear label We Are Handsome. Get ready for a vivid, polychromatic montage of 80’s film and television references, lots of glitter, and some seriously cool swimsuits. Can you believe it was shot in the middle of a Westfield shopping centre using mobile phones? Check out the film and these awesome images from the shoot by James Nash.
Online fashion-media website, Absorb presents 'Runaway', the beautiful new fashion film about a runaway who discovers the wintry rural countryside in a selection of Autumn knitwear by the likes of Ginger and Smart, Jessica O’Conner, Pol Design, LuLu Rouge, Sabatini and Christopher Esber.
Starring model Angelique from EMG and filmed by Costa Vakas, the film was shot amongst cattle and llamas in fields surrounding the rural town of Berry, just a few hours south of Sydney.
To accompany the short, photographer Rodney Ye also captured a series of alluring images of the shirting and knitwear story titled, 'Journey the Fields' (pictured above).
Film: By Costa Vakas
Stylist: Chiara Bianchino
Makeup: Chereine Waddell
Hair Stylist: James Nash
Model: Angelique from EMG
Australian accessory label VIRR joined forces with local film-makers, Nicolo Bianchino & Mark Trzopek to create a mysterious short fashion film, ‘Vanity of Wishes’ as part of the No Home Fashion + Film project in 2011.
Through beautiful hazy and unfocused representations, VIRR uncover the elusive beauty and often-ambiguous nature of those fleeting moments prior to a couple’s first encounter. The stunning film explores the intricacies of the emotions between a couple, and gives viewers the opportunity to discover hidden meanings correlating with words and events of the film. Thus, offering a chance to reflect on ones own personal perspective of the imagery and poetry.
Shot in a room of a quintessential Aussie pub in Sydney, the film reveals an old-world and esoteric philosophy, carried by the narration of the great English poem, ‘The Vanity of Human Wishes’, which was the influence behind the VIRR’s current accessory range.
The film features exquisite pieces from VIRR’s latest accessory collection, some of which are now available from Streetfash.
New Zealand-based menswear label,I Love Ugly have kicked off their Spring 2011 collection with a bang, releasing an idiosyncratic collaborative short film titled ‘A Conventional Camouflage’.
The film embraces concepts of their latest range, also titled ‘A Conventional Camouflage’, inviting viewers into the quintessential I Love Ugly world of unique textures, patterns and unorthodox design
From its humble beginnings as a small T-shirt label, the label’s founder, illustrator and designer, Valentin Ozich has successfully transformed I Love Ugly into one of News Zealand’s leading menswear labels. The slightly eccentric take on classic pieces and designs has attracted a cult following; the label is now well known for obscuring the lines between fashion and art to create enduring collections, successfully bucking the transient nature of the fashion industry.
Designs by I Love Ugly are available now at the Streetfash online store here: I Love Ugly.
My Boyfriend’s Unreal is the first film project for Melbourne fashion label Upper Left Arm, released as part of the No Home project in Melbourne in March 2011.
While No Home encouraged the collaboration between local designers and film makers, Upper Left Arm’s charming short saw local designers Jac Eddy and Kasia Tons jump into the directors chairs to produce the fashion film on their own. The result, a playful and endearing depiction of a teenage love story, inspired by the imagination and lust of youth.
Exploring the theme of awkward adolescence from the label’s debut clothing range for Autumn/ Winter 2011, ‘Wag it’, the film captures the naive and funny moments of teenage lust both real and/or imagined. Harmony Byrne captures the adolescent inspiration of ULA’s designs brilliantly through her role as the romantic juvenile lead, her cheerful grin and spirited air resonating with the youthful attire.
Eddy and Tons demonstrate their raw aesthetic style through the filming, colourful make-up and accessories which melds perfectly with the backdrop of beautiful music by Brunswick musicians Oscar + Martin. This quirky story about a girl and almost a boy certainly gives context to the label’s signature designs.
Directors: Jac Eddy and Kasia Tons
Producers: Jac Eddy and Kasia Tons
Cast: Harmony Byrne and Lachlan Beggs
Music: Oscar + Martin (represented by two bright lakes)
Are you a local designer or filmmaker interested in joining Australia’s national fashion + film project?
No Home is currently calling out for independent creatives to express their interest in participating in the fashion and film revolution in 2012 at nohome.tv/collaborators.
Screening around Australia in 2012, No Home fashion + film project launched in 2011 to start a revolutionary conversation about fashion, as well as interaction between consumers and the fashion and film industries. While film has long incorporated elements of fashion, the direct unification of both mediums is relatively new. No Home creates a platform upon which fashion can become the center of film, encouraging design and filmmaking talent to express their creative ideas in alliance.
Last year saw outstanding collaborations between some of Australian’s most talented emerging designers and filmmakers, including Streetfash's own Orri Henrisson with Liam Gilmour, VIRR with Nicolo Boanchino & Mark Trzopek and Upper Left Arm. There were also contributions from international parties Athena Procopiou and Scott Altman, and ACNE and Daniel Askill.
Successful designer and filmmaker submissions will pair with their creative counterparts to bring to life a short film, working together to direct the project from start to finish. No Home is also asking for interest from actors, stylists, hair and make-up artists and photographers to assist in a collaborative capacity with the production side of the filmmaking process.
To express your interest in participating in No Home 2012, head to nohome.tv/collaborators before 15 September 2011.
Orri Henrisson's first fashion film First Snowfall in Montreal is a collaboration between the label and Melbourne filmmaker Liam Gilmour. The fashion film was first released as part of No Home in Melbourne in March 2011.
The film depicts a timeless and barren wasteland and a fractured narrative of two characters portraying vastly different emotions, whose lives intersect, all be it briefly.
The film attempts to show the power of image as opposed to linear storytelling, specifically focusing on light and the hard contrasts it presents.
TRIMÄPEE’s FALL 2011
fashion film 'Birth' is an incredible collaboration between the Melbourne label and renowned Australian fashion photographer Christian Blanchard
and Filmmaker Steven Protuder.
The film focuses on creating a beautiful serene mood and utilises amazing post-production effects.
TRIMÄPEE’s FALL 2011 Collection “Umbilical Ventriloquial” is inspired by birth. From the intriguing way an offspring grows and feeds, to the uncanny bond
which is shared; TRIMÄPEE explores the physical connection vs. the innate connection between mother and
child.
With a team of over 30 people, the cast and crew bring to life an amazing interpretation to the minds and
concept of the TRIMÄPEE designers.
