In a prelude to the Perth fashion Festival, Seafolly, Industrie and Elwood come together to present the hottest beach and street wear in a dynamic night of fashion, industry and entertainment, sure to impress.

Come and air kiss with the special celebrity guests, industry socialites, and Perth's hottest guys and girls, with free drinks and canapes pre-show, and awesome fashion and music giveaways.

WHERE Fashion Central, Forrest Place
WHEN Wednesday, 3rd September, 2008 / 8.00 PM

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Myer and Perth Fashion Festival are delighted to welcome iconic Australian designer, Nicola Finetti to Perth as he showcases his Spring/Summer 08/09 collection at the Parmelia Hilton's Fashion Friday.

Sit back and enjoy a parade of stunning fashions from Nicola Finetti over a sensational two-course lunch with a flute of Moet Champagne at The Globe Restaurant, Parmelia Hilton, the Perth Fashion Festival's Official Hotel.

Finetti, who has dressed celebrities such as Naomi Watts, Rose Byrne, Jennifer Hawkins, Dita Von Teese and Kristy Hinze, says his designs are created for women who can show sensuality in a modern silhouette "I appreciate dressing women who have the courage to be different."

Fashion Friday is presented by Myer, the Globe Restaurant and The West Australian and sponsored by Moet & Chandon, Vittoria Coffee and Scene Model Management.

WHERE The Globe, Parmelia Hilton
WHEN Friday, 5th September, 2008 / 12.30 PM
TICKETS $85.00 from Penny on 9215 2484 or email penny.burns@hilton.com

Find out the hottest colours, hemlines and accessories as Claire Davies, Fashion Editor for The Sunday Times STM and makeup experts interpret the key runway looks for Spring/Summer 08/09.

Featuring gorgeous Perth models wearing the latest clothing, shoes and accessories from Forrest Chase boutiques and the latest makeup from Estee Lauder.

Enjoy a glass of champagne and delicious canapes from caterer to the stars, James Webster of JANGO Catering who has catered for Posh and Becks.

WHERE Fashion Central, Forrest Place
WHEN
Friday, 5th September, 2008 / 6.00 PM
Sunday, 7th September, 2008 / 10.45 AM

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Perth Fashion Festival is delighted to host the Official Launch of Style Palace, an exciting e-boutique which will showcase leading Australian fashion designers, cult beauty products and must-have accessories on a global stage.

The decadent evening is proudly sponsored by Saville Australia and will see Perth Town Hall transformed into the luxurious Style Palace itself. A fashion show featuring established and emerging Australian designers will be set to spectacular music and live entertainment against the lavish Palace backdrop.

Guests are invited to lounge in the Kurv Fashion Bar downstairs for the Palace after party. Visit stylepalace.com.au

WHERE Perth Town Hall
WHEN Friday, 5th September, 2008 / 8.00 PM

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Zoe Naylor from Gladiators will join a host of AFL players, local celebrities and Perth identities on the catwalk in support of Telethon, the Festival's 2008 Community Partner.

The cocktail style gala event will feature a star-studded parade with fashions from Carillon City, Claremont Arcade, The Mezz, The Park Centre and The Colonnade.

All outfits and accessories, including a stunning showcase piece of jewellery from renowned West Australian jewellers Koro Fine Australian Jewellery, will be auctioned on the night, with all funds raised donated to Telethon.

On the evening, a trip for two to Cable Beach Club Resort in Broome will also be up for auction.

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WHERE Perth Town Hall
WHEN Saturday, 6th September, 2008 / 8.00 PM

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Perth's 'Queen of Cossie', Joanne Pellew will be bringing sexy back as she launches the Spring/Summer 08/09 Collection of her uniquely Australian swimwear label, Kooey at the 2008 Perth Fashion Festival.

Hot on the heels of showing the collection at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week in Sydney in April, Kooey are back in Perth to celebrate the launch of their brand new website www.kooey.com. The Kooey International Launch will feature a sit-down dinner and runway parade starring WA's hottest models including the face of Kooey - Emily Cattermole.

WHERE PCEC
WHEN Sunday, 7th September, 2008 / 7.00 PM

TICKETS $200.00
Nikki Silverthorne on 0405 820 150
silverthorne@westnet.com.au or www.kooey.com
Platinum packages available.
This is an 18+ event. ID will be required.

Ladies who love to lunch are invited to join us for a spectacular fashion event.

You will be treated to a fabulous fashion parade featuring Spring/Summer 08/09 collections from: MELANIE CUTFIELD, SIMONE PERELE, SASS & BIDE LINGERIE, MARMALADE

You will also experience Franc Essential's beautiful range of beauty products and receive a hand massage as you enjoy a long lunch with friends.

WHERE Sirocco, Burswood
WHEN Monday, 8th September, 2008 / 12.30 PM

TICKETS Available from Perth Fashion Festival office 9463 7777 or rebecca@perthfashionfestival.com.au
$100.00 Per Person

Looking to update your Spring/Summer business wardrobe - Peter Naughton - head designer for leading Australian brand SABA, is flying into Perth to lead this workshop on how you can bring style into the boardroom.

Enjoy a glass of bubbly and delicious 'fashionable food', while the SABA models parade the very latest corporate looks for both the business guy and girl. Add to this a stylish gift bag and as a fashion bonus, House of Ernest will be sharing the latest international hair and beauty tips. After the workshop, join Peter in the SABA store for personalised styling and garment selection.

WHERE Carillon City, Level 3 Eatery
WHEN Tuesday, 9th September, 2008 / 12.30 PM

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Fashion can be a merciless industry to break into. The (A)lure Fashion Marketing Breakfast is a brand new event created for designers, retail business owners & managers and fashion students looking to make their mark on the fashion scene.

Anyone can come up with a fabulous idea but how do you turn it into a commercial reality? The real competitive advantage comes from having a well organised business with a clearly defined marketing strategy.

Come and enjoy a delicious breakfast as fashion industry experts provide invaluable advice on what it takes to be successful in this cut-throat industry.

WHERE (A)LURE, Burswood
WHEN Tuesday, 9th September, 2008 / 8.00 AM

TICKETS Available from Perth Fashion Festival office 9463 7777 or rebecca@perthfashionfestival.com.au
$10.00 Student
$25.00 Adult

This is a specially designed fashion workshop for fashionistas looking for fabulous party frocks that enhance the silhouette. Dana Mathers, renowned Perth-based fashion designer, has tailor-made this workshop for real women wanting to find that outfit for special occasions, such as weddings, balls and cocktail parties.

Enjoy a glass of champagne and delicious canapes as Dana talks to you about which dress styles best suit your shape. Then join Dana in her Carillon City store where you can try on the latest gowns and choose your looks for all the upcoming summer parties!

WHERE Carillon City, Level 3 Eatery
WHEN Wednesday, 10th September, 2008 / 12.30 PM

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Celebrate Spring with our Western Australian fashion designers. A very special showcase of over 30 Spring/Summer 08/09 collections will be presented on the runway in just one night of fashion.

The Western Australian Government's Ignite package has created a runway even to promote the best of Western Australian designer fashion.

The Fashion Bar will be open from 6pm. Come and mingle with the designers, models and celebs before, during and after this first ever WA Designer Collection presentation.

Featuring ...

Adam Wore Short Pants
Alister Yiap
Ashe
Bim Kenesis
Carly Hunter
Gospel
Love in Tokyo
Of Cabbages and Kings
S2
Stand International


WHERE PCEC
WHEN Thursday, 11th September, 2008 / 6.30 PM

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Celebrate Spring with our Western Australian fashion designers. A very special showcase of over 30 Spring/Summer 08/09 collections will be presented on the runway in just one night of fashion.

The Western Australian Government's Ignite package has created a runway even to promote the best of Western Australian designer fashion.

The Fashion Bar will be open from 6pm. Come and mingle with the designers, models and celebs before, during and after this first ever WA Designer Collection presentation.

Featuring..

Ae'lkemi
Antipodium
Aurelio Costarella
Megan Salmon
Empire Rose
Joveeba
Liz Davenport
Morrison
One Fell Swoop
Ruth Tarvydas
Story by Tang
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United Constructions
Wheels and Dollbaby
Panache
33 Poets

WHERE PCEC
WHEN Thursday, 11th September, 2008 / 8.30 PM

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The jewel in the Festival crown, the Diesel Motors & Westpoint Star Mercedes-Benz WA Fashion Awards red carpet event is the finale of the Festival week. This prestigious event champions established, emerging and student fashion designers and celebrates the achievements of the fashion industry as a whole.

In addition to the Industry and Student fashion design categories, for the first time in 2008, the Mercedes-Benz WAFAs will also feature the Model of the Year Awards.

See Perth's leading models compete for the coveted titles Model of the Year (Photographic), Model of the Year (Catwalk) and Hot New Talent.

Previous Model of the Year winners include international fashion names Gemma Ward, Emma Booth, Amy Finlayson and Nicole Trunfio.

Book early to secure your place among Perth's fashion industry elite on its night of nights.

WHERE PCEC
WHEN Friday, 12th September, 2008 / 7.00 PM

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