Lisa Maree RAFW 2011 - Day 5

After receiving the press release for Lisa Maree's first individual show at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week, I was really excited!  It was my last show for fashion week and Lisa definitely ensured my week went out with a bang!  I arrived at the OPT just as the show was about to start (I was so glad I didn't miss it!)  The OPT had been transformed into a jungle with vines hanging on the runway and leafy pot plants.. Lisa Maree's Spring/Summer 2011/12 'Under My Skin' show was unforgettable!  Where to begin?  Perhaps with New York dance duo 'House of Ninja' and their 'Voguing'.  I'm a huge America's Next Top Model fan, and the fact that they were a part of the show was very exciting! Australia's Next Top Model winner Amanda Ware complemented the duo and opened the show in a full piece 'skin like' swimsuit with an animal prop attached to her arm. I love the use of the animal props..snakes wrapped around models' legs, crows on their heads, and feathered bird wings attached to them.  A show stopper was the model strutting the runway holding leashes with two male models attached.  The collection included, Lisa Maree's signatory crochet swimwear, lycra design swimwear and printed resort wear.  The show was vibrant, fun and kept us in suspense!  It was as though the OPT came alive..literally!  Loved the goodie bag!   
"Through the analogy of models 'shredding their skin,' Lisa's Woman shed her inhibitions in a sort of evolution that turned her into a confident, sensual creature that lay dormant within." 

 (Images above taken by me!)

(Images - Zimbio)

Lisa Maree Opening with House of Ninja and Amanda Ware!

Lisa Maree Finale!
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Rosemount Australian Fashion Week 2011 Sneak Peek - Lisa Maree

A few days ago my inbox shined so bright, it was like finding gold..  My very first Press Release for Rosemount Australian Fashion Week 2011.  It's less than a month away and I cannot wait!  I'm a Sydney blogger so this has to be my favourite week of the year and I hope I'm in attendance!  What can we expect this year?  Confirmations are still up in the air, but as I mentioned I received the Press Release for the Lisa Maree show.  Lisa Maree will be showcasing the new Spring/Summer collection in her very first individual show at RAFW!   For those unaware of Lisa Maree.. she is an amazing swimwear designer and definitely one to watch!  Lisa Maree is recognised for her exquisite crochet and vibrant prints.  Last year she sent the team from Bondi Rescue down the runway... and as for this year?  'Strike a pose, there's nothing to it..Lisa Maree' was the opening to the Press Release that immediately caught my attention and left me intrigued... According to Lisa, 
"The theme this year is the metamorphism of an animal into a beautiful, confident woman.  My 2011/12 collection is titled 'Under My Skin', inspired by the inner spirit of every woman.  The collection is our biggest yet and encompasses our key crochet swimwear, digitally printed lycra swimsuits and luxe silk resort wear."  And apparently two New York dance icons will be featured in the show as well as a local celebrity icon. (I won't spoil it and reveal who!)  All I can say is let the countdown to Rosemount Australian Fashion Week begin!

Rosemount Australian Fashion Week 2010

Autumn/Winter 2011