David Jones Spring/Summer launch!

Hey guys!

I had the amazing opportunity of interning at David Jones for their Spring/Summer show last week! I got to help back stage as well as with the pre-production, where I helped fit models, tape shoes and write up styling sheets for all the garments. Pre-production was super stressful and had me working over the entire weekend but was totally worth it! I learnt so much and was rewarded with being able to dress David Jones' current ambassador Jessica Gomes! It was a HUGE responsibility as she is literally the star of the event and receives a lot of press, so any failure on my part would end my career before it began!

All in all I had a fantastic time (stress included!) I was lucky enough to meet some beautiful and hilarious models ( Sam Harris follows me on instagram, She's the funniest girl out!) and I had the opportunity to walk the cat-walk as a stand in for Jess during rehearsals, which ended in me being a dork in front of the Stenmark twins and having them call me 'Jess' all day, It was also a great experience being a head dresser and having other dressers look up to me and ask me questions.

I would totally suggest giving head dressing a Go, But I think i'll be taking a break for quite a while!

Check out my favourite shots from the event!

The all white opening number! Jess wears Willow.

My favourite of Jess's looks from Ginger and Smart.

The team in Jetts 

The beautiful Sammy girl in her Camilla 'Pyjamas' as we so lovingly called them!

Back stage in Simona 

The lovely Alex rocking the Rachel G (Gilbert!)

Love of my life Paris in Ginger and Smart

The Gorgeous Alieda in Willow

LOOOOOOLLLLLAAAAAAA also in Willow.

Samira and Myself with the Stenmark twins

Samira and Myself with Jess

Sally, Caitlin, Samira, Me and Sammy hanging backstage.

Model Casting fun!

Fun Fact: The pre-production madness and hair and make-up of the event was held in Santa's magic cave at David Jones' Elizabeth Street store. Lots of fairy lights and puppet elves!

Until next time! xx

How to dress: Runway show dresser

Hey guys! i've decided to make a set of how to posts on dressing for certain styles or functions! since i've spent a huge chunk of last week dressing for the David jones bridal expo and Girls night out i've decided to start with how to dress like a runway show dresser!

i had a lot of trouble thinking of what to wear for my first ever runway show (and i ended up looking stupid!) so i've definitely stepped back and taken more of a practical approach this time around.

DO's:

• Wear all black. Most companies have you wear all black when working behind the scenes to separate you apart from the many people who work behind the scenes.
• Wear comfortable clothes. Pick clothes you've already trialled in real life, things that are easy to move in  and that don't restrict movement.
• Tie your hair up. Obviously this is optional but always carry hair ties and bobby pins just incase. Runway shows have super quick changes which don't leave you with much time to be fixing yourself.

DON'T:

• Wear long necklaces, dangly bracelets or rings! Especially when working with delicate fabrics like wedding gowns (You also have no idea what clothes you're dealing with until you arrive!) You can get in loads of trouble if you rip a garment. Keep the accessories to a minimum.
• Wear short/tight skirts. You will spend 80% of your time crouching on the floor so don't wear anything that will restrict your movement or make you feel uncomfortable.
• Wear heels! you spend the whole time standing so opt for flats. it also helps when they ask you to run places to quickly do something (*cough* going to level 7 to find a phantom pair of heels :P)

Just remember your common sense, you can still dress up and look super rockin' just keep it simple and comfy! I'd also suggest bringing your own snacks and water! Shows always run late and have you waiting about. Break times are pretty uncertain so be prepared.

Here are the outfits I wore for the bridal expo!

Day 1: i wore a black tank, leather look tights and boots and styled it with a chain and a twisted up-do. the back stage photographer asked to take a photo with me in this outfit too ^_^ i was so awkward!!! haha

Day 2: i wore chiffon dress, creepers and styled it with my daisy socks, floral crown and twist up-do.

i was inspired by all the pretty table decorations and wedding dresses!

here's what my adorable friends wore on day 2!

And lastly day 3! i wore a racer back top, oil slick leggings and studded boots, i styled it with my fresh beanie and simple jewellery. This was my favourite outfit. I felt super cool (and i'm so in love with these tights!)

So tell me what you think! and whether or not you found this helpful!