MISS WORLD NSW PRELIMINARY FINAL ON 22 MARCH website
Miss World Australia 2020 NSW Preliminary Final Sir Stamford Circular Quay
Winners: Charlotte Anderson Chelsea Caffery Destiny Eze Emma Hunt Alisha Shivani Prasad Maddyson Watson Letitia Walker Ashley Harris Ali Kitinas Phoebe Lohrey Anne Dao Moksha Rana Catherine Nemanic Simonne Elizabeth Sakker Chanchal Kaur Adut Gob Sonia Kosinskyy Maykooth Farrawell Krishna Shukla Shelly McCartridge
Judges: Deborah Miller, Sarah Marschke (2019 Miss World Australia), Jack Cannons (Variety representative), Fay Rezai (Royals Clinic representative)
Sponsors: Ozwear Australia, Novo Shoes, Lycon Cosmetics, Vogue Dental Studios, Sir Stamford Circular Quay, Royals Clinic
photos: Mish Mish Photography
TOP MODEL AUSTRALIA NATIONAL FINAL 29 FEBRUARY website
29th of February, 2020 The Albion South Melbourne Top Model Australia 2020 National Final
Winner: Kate Dickson Judges: Deborah Miller, Fernanda Ramos (ex model and photographer), Esma Voloder (2017 Miss World Australia), Harry T (celebrity psychic), Melissa Walsh (Married at First Sight contestant) Sponsors: Ever Australia, The Albion South Melbourne, Remedy Drinks, Skin o2
photos: Mish Mish Photography
TOP MODEL AUSTRALIA VIC FINALS 7 AND 8 MARCH website
Top Model Australia 2021 VIC Final Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre 7th and 8th of March
Winners: Charli Murray Dante Munoz Bart Jaden Kate Taylor Ritu Rakesh Gabrielle Lang Courtney Gunn Georgia Wood Claudia Tibballs Cooper Goldsworthy
Judges: Deborah Miller, Esma Voloder (2017 Miss World Australia), Hope Ellen (2018 Top Model International winner), Nancy Rizk (Hollywood producer), Matthew Zukowski (Love Island Australia contestant), Iva Marra (Yummy Mummies star) Host: Sarah Roza (from Married at First Sight)
Sponsors: Pacific Werribee Shopping Centre
photos: Mish Mish Photography
photography: Andrew J Liu at Pride Productions
MISS WORLD AUSTRALIA 2020 QLD PRELIMINARY FINAL 15 MARCH website
Miss World Australia 2020 QLD Preliminary Final Voco Gold Coast
Winners: Anna Ludwig Annalise Pennisi Laurien Wynne Rowena Rexanne Petersen Megan Els Emma Edwards Tiana Boehme Sanchia Calista Fernandes Kylie Weldon Tiyana Jovanovic Windy Wulandari Binti Anif Paris Bedford Stacey Du Plooy Maegan Cross Talia Phillips
Judges: Deborah Miller, Aaron Shaw (LOVE Island Australia contestant), Eoghan Murphy (Love Island Australia contestant), Aly Hope (Lycon Cosmetics representative)
MISS RUNWAY SUPERMODEL AUSTRALIA website review: Naasha Marchev photography: Neil Chand video: Hakam Soufan
Miss Runway Supermodel Australia is a modelling competition in Sydney, Australia that discovers and builds up new talents to establish a career in the fashion and modelling industry.
Miss Runway Supermodel Australia presented Miss Runway Supermodel Australia 2020 PreFinals on 1 March 2020 at the Customs House, The Barnet Long Room Customs House, 31 Alfred St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia offering a fantastic event — the Launching and PreFinals of Miss Runway Supermodel Australia 2020. The guest shad a chance o meet the gorgeous candidates up close and support them on their journey to becoming a 'Supermodel'. The guests witnessed as they rocked the runway with the fabulous creations of a creative artist, Marissa O' Donnell and Lakshmi Bee, a haute couture and sustainable fashion designer. It's was night of Beauty, Fashion and Dance with the LIVE Band! The intense program included: 4.30 pm - 5.00pm : Door opens to the guests 5.00 pm - 7.00 pm : Start of the fashion show 7.00 pm - 10.00 pm: Dance and cocktail party (VIP ONLY)
The Canapes and sparkling wine were served o th eguests
Finalists: Abrienne Macari, Brooke Robinsons, Chantelle Louise Hall, Elizabeth Millar, Emma Cocks, Mary Bry and Tahlia Langfield. The Major Sponsors: Behind The Lens and Runway Academy. Minor Sponsors and partners: Fitness Playground, Marissa O' Donnell, Elegantography, Ava's World Magazine, Australasia Official.
The Supports: All About Style, ArtsCare, Tina Bangel, Lakshmi Bee, NU Skin Sustainable Fashion Designers: Lakshmi Bee and Marissa O' Donnell
Judges: Sue Turner, Mary Salubre, Quintin Jame and Jordon King
Special mention: Susana Downes, Miss Earth Australia 2019 and Robbie Canner, Ms World and Ms New Zealand Pageant Director
VAMFF 2020: ARTZ FASHION SHOW ARON KATONA INDEPENDENT RUNS website review by Olga Kirk
MELBOURNE FASHION Festival 4-14 March
Fashion designer Aron Katona hosted an amazing evening showcasing the intersection between fashion and spoken word poetry in a spectacular two acts runway show. This event was operated by Aron Katona, and proudly promoted by Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival as part of the Independent Program. He showed us not only spectacular masterpieces, but also his organisational skills working with his team which made the event such a memorable runway experience. Featuring some of Melbourne’s most talented couture designers as well as established and emerging and poets, the evening was cross-cultural, bright and joyful! Orne by Prerna Khanna Zigentala Intrendz Fashion Prints Alice Bright The Label Kwacha Fashion Harlow Loves Daisy Aron Katona Vicoola Fashionista Alex and Vera Bissy the Label Felicity Northeast Millinery Errick Kim Faze One La Decadente Sonia D’Ochoa Sexy and provocative, feminine and masculine, set in the traditions of Eastern countries and with clear lines and an emphasis on the hats, designers with a diverse style and school were presented at the show. Outfits for every taste and color could be found at this runway. An event that made you want to find something magnificent and unique for yourself, to brighten your life with colours and self-expression. Thank you very much for making people lives happier and full of emotions and fun!
MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL MILLINERY COMPETITION 2020 website review by Olga Kirk
Melbourne International Millinery Competition
MIMC 2020 was a great success, with a talented and enthusiastic of entries. Grand Finale catwalk event at Emulation Hall was so beautiful! Experienced and smiling models showcasing all the interesting hats made of recycled and upcycled materials. The audience could vote on the hat they liked, this is a pleasant contribution of the show and gives the audience the opportunity to interact and support the designers.
People's Choice Kerry Hayes - Taking Flight Facebook Favorite Julie Lynch - Pods in Bloom
Hats made of chocolate wrappers, recycled coffee capsules, leftovers from a sewn product, nutshells, straws, and plastic bottles turned into flowers and an icicle, bread clips! It was difficult to imagine, from everything that we use in everyday life, instead of garbage bins, talented millineries create their masterpieces. Inspiration, beauty and style are with us! Thanks Catherine Ellen and The Essential Hat for the pleasant time spent on the competition. It allows people to express themselves, to show their talent to a large audience!
Main sponsors: The Essential Hat, Hatters Millinery Supplies, Shingleback Wines, Guy Morse-Brown, House, Hat Week Australia of Adorn, Hat Blocks Australia Kata Design, HATalk e-magazine, The HAT magazine, The Millinery Association of Australia.
BTS photos: Natasha Marchev
selective stills: Andrew J Liu
video: Andrew J LIo of PRIDE Productions
MISS GAY AND MISS TRANS AUSTRALIA INTERNATIONAL 2020 website review : Amit Singh
Miss Gay and Transgender International Pageant.... wow! what a brand! hat an amazing event! Every year they do something out of box, something mesmerising and eye opening!.
The show started on time as usual and at the best location in Melbourne, at The Williamstown Town Hall. It’\ is the third year for me joining the same event at the same location and through the same company and I love it a lot!
As a Marquis Fashion Magazine journalist,.I am so delighted and privileged to be part of this event.
Miss Gay and Transgender International Pageant took place on 1 February 2020. The show started with the most massive, vibrant and inspirational message to save the world while paying tribute to the Australian Bush fire Victims.
The festival dresses, costumes were very distinctive: with colours and extravagant forms. Being a fashion designer by hands and in my heart I appreciate the creativity and the ambience that went into these designs. It was something you can’t forget for the rest of your life. The outfits were inspired by Earth Elements: earth , water , sea, nature , fire and what not... The fashion was at its peaks and the runway was like waiting to have these contestants on it to show the world that "yes we all are humans and we all do care for similar things in the world and standing to support our human race without differentiating between the colour, the cast , the religion and the sex belongings".
After the grand tribute show moved forward to each contestant performances and, please trust me, that it was all at another level of presentation one never expect in the normal show! The sexiness, the hotness and the talent was speaking louder that words on stage!
I am pretty sure the pageant judges we in deep confusion to who they to pick tonight as a deserved winner - they were all spectacular to say the least! The talent round lead to swimwear and that slightly cold evening turned into hot straightaway! What a wonderful and fantastic night indeed, so much fun!
All the contestants moved forward to the final round that was about the "questions and answers" where the participants have shown their "beauty with brain" . In spite of all the contestants being from different parts of the world they managed to give some very intelligent answers to the high judges .
The show wrapped up with he great tribute to the past year winners and with one fantastic celebration of the new winners.
I feel very delighted. I say, my heart felt deep gratitude to all the contestants and to Bohemian Rhapsody Club and Magazine as well as Marquis Fashion Magazine that I had a rare chance to be present and express my view on this fabulous show and contest. I am also very grateful to Miss Gay and Transgender International Pageant teams for allowing me to witness this great event .
Dear Organisers and show Managers, please kindly continue the great work you are doing, be proud of yourselves and who your are and enjoy the life. What you do not many can materialise. I am so proud of you all!
Thank you Amit Singh Brand Ambassador Marquis Fashion Magazine Bohemian rhapsody club and magazine
photos: Murray Howard Brooks
photography: Robert Wilson at Angelite Photography
"A kaleidoscope is an optical instrument with two or more reflecting surfaces tilted to each other in an angle, so that one or more objects on one end of the mirrors are seen as a regular symmetrical pattern when viewed from the other end, due to repeated reflection." (Wikipedia). This fashion show definitely deserves its name. Kaleidoscope. It was run by the Box Hill Institute, Fashion wing and was one of the most spectacular fashion shows I have experienced in Melbourne. I thought: this is how it should be, always! The branding of the show, the outfits presented, and the overall feel of the event, then Deakin Edge as the choice of the most beautiful Melbourne venues, the visual and the audio effects, the lighting, the running and presenting of the show itself and much more - everything was simply First Class.
What is more to add? The catwalk itself was tastefully amazing. If I did not know that the show was all about the Institute and the young gifted students-designers, I would never believe that the designers were just juniors and graduates from Box Hill Institute.
I always seek conceptual art in fashion shows. When I am watching any fashion show, I would like to see extreme and abstract cuts, not the casual collection of the designers. In my opinion, the true and highly artistic fashion runway should be a canvas for the transmission of ideas, which I think is more important than the creation of the dress itself.
Kaleidoscope was what was I looking for a long time in Melbourne.
All the collections and designers presented had their own themes and concepts. By the own words of the event, they were "...fashion collections, inspired by personal journeys, featuring each unique graduate's exclusive design signature." Some tool me to a journey from Japan, then to Africa and made a brief stop in Nepal. Some made me feel like I was in a graffiti alley, which was full of exotic creatures. Some made me experience as if I was with the punk gang, with no color at all, sometime I felt inside the kindergarten with vibrant colors- it was a real kaleidoscope I went through. On the other hand, I felt like some of the pieces were talking about the same thing at the same time. This gathers all collections under a superior concept, which made me so well filled in, happy and satisfied with the concepts.
What is more to be added? I gave the show two thumbs up - Kaleidoscope rocked as well as the Box Hill Institute who presented these art works.
I am sure we will be hearing about these talented young designers soon on bigger stages of Melbourne and across the world. Well done!
PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL RUNWAY SHOW website review by Olga Kirk
PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL RUNWAY TEAM Failepou Peni - Director / Founder Maisyann Peni - Business Executive & Event Manager Judy-May Peni - Business Executive & Model Director Misipati Photography & StarCentral - Media Team Adeline Robertson - Designer Coordinator Sybil Kami & Violeta Lele - Model Coordinators Sao Burke - Finance Manager Anissa Niupulusu Emelio - Administration Isaia Akava - PA to Director Model Ambassador- Kymberlee, Mitchell Sponsors: Crunch Fitness, Lepou, C+V, Samoa Airlines, HK’d Styling and Décor, Star central Magazine, Coiffure Hallam (hair and beauty), Transurban Excavations, Polish Boutique, Taumeasina Island (Resort Samoa), Creative Dentistry. PIR has been formed to give Designers of the Pacific a chance to get forward and be inspired by the audience’s warm applauds. The show presents already well-known local up and coming and beginner designers as well as a host of international designers. The guests really enjoyed the evening gowns, swimwear, ethnical designs and resort outfits. Lepou. The Founder Failepou Peni – she is such a beautiful lady inside and out with 37 years of experience in the fashion industry and has lived an extraordinary life! She is not only a fashion lover but also a mentor, trainer and supporter for designers both from emerging and the well-established fashion arena. Her collection of resort wear and heart breaking dresses are so beautiful and feminine! Lepou’s inspiration are 3 things: her mum, husband Pati and her 3 beautiful daughters. All that seems impossible are coming possible with such a strong team and God’s blessing. C+V. Candice (Australia) and Vaniece (Samoa) are 2 ladies who found their strength in collaborating modern design and materials with traditional Polynesian art. The culmination of their collection is a red dress which gave the guests a “WOW” impression followed by a loud applause. Brandon. Brendon Peni presented his streetwear collection. It was his 4th time showcasing his collection with PIR. Young and bold people who are ready to impress the crowd and have people turning their heads- this is all about Brandon’s collection. Public Island. Iki Haangana was born in a very talented family (Mother and Granny taught him how to sew and his Father is an amazing artist). So, he couldn’t become anything else but e fashion designer. He loves what he does and is always trying to grows and develop his skillset further. His jewellery and foot wear also gave the whole look a special zest. Kovie Richardson. Kovie is the daughter of a sewer and she learned hand sewing and embroidery from her early age. She attended the PIR in 2016 in Sydney and was inspired by art, color, contour and nature. “Follow your heart and not following the crowd makes you inimitable”. Her simple black dress with the ball shaped bag are not that simple, but very elegant and wearable. Kalani. Wandid Korimbo is a talented designer from Papua New Guinea. Her prints are the mixture from her village Alukune in the Rigo District and other Provinces around PNG. Bright, brilliant and very different! This line “Kalani” is dedicated to her father who loved to wear Bula shirts. Her masterpieces are easy to remember and recognise in crowd. Habitra. Hahn Tran is a tiny Vietnamese woman who believes that fashion is about self-care, self-love and saying “I’m worthy”. She wants people who wear her master pieces to have fun and feel empowered by her designs. Her elegant dresses are flowing with light material and are very feminine. I personally would love to wear her outfits and definitely would feel very special! Tulela Boutique. Dinah Schmidt is the exclusive evening wear designer who created her brand in 2013. The meaning “Tulela” is The Rising Sun (her mother’s name). She is a proud Samoan woman who values her heritage and we can see it in her traditional island’s patterns. Stiches. Asha and Shaleena Ramlu is an Australian, family-owned and run business based in Sydney. “If you can design, sew and stitch, you can always make a living, as everyone needs or wants, pretty clothes”. Stiches style and designs have been handed down from generation to generation. Good luck in your business, you are a beautiful and talented woman!
video: Blair Harris:
video Hakam Soufan / Olga Kirk
BTS photos: Olga Kirk
TICKET TO BOLLYWOOD website review; Olga Kirk NTS photos: Natash aMarchev
Ticket to Bollywood by Meilleur events in association with Stockman wines.
Sonalika has been experienced in fashion events industry for decades and has lots of knowledge of delivering perfect and full of entertainment show. She is well-known as a professional host and beautiful lady not only in Australia but also overseas. Her focus at this particular event was a new brand launch: MAMA was born on stage right in front of our eyes( - Mellieur Artist & Management Alliance - their international talent management business which offers to manage or promote artists, performers, actors, dancers, designers, models, and fashion brands across all industries in Australia, India and ultimately internationally. The Alliance already has extensive reach and television contacts and offers a great opportunity for performers interested in promotion, especially if seeking access to the Indian market.) as well as showcasing the best in Australian fashion, smashing red carpet and entertaining her guests with food, drinks and stage acts. She wore a gorgeous evening gown that accentuates her figure and shows exquisite taste. Congratulations to Sonalika delivering yet another superb event and making audience happy!
Richard Stockman was such a great host of the event! He is not only successful businessman who is in love with making wine but a charming man with charisma! Special guests leading Australian fashion designer Jason Grech , Australian actress, model & activist Krista Vendy Vendy in Jason Grech's beautiful red outfit , National award-winning musician Joe Taranto, Essendon Football Club legend Dustin Fletcher, as well as several other celebrities spotted in the crowd. The stars must glow anywhere everywhere!
The main sponsors: Joe Taranto Acot - Australian College of trade Aussizz Group- Aussizz Migration & Education Consultants Punjabi Sizzle- Catering Melbourne Print and design - Printing partner Stockman wines Tiya Dance academy ,Melbourne moves dance academy, Shakya Kala, Shakila.s Lashes Neelam Roy The Stockmans brunch Mint Management Baby Delaw
The Event’s Hosts Richard Stockman Dheepa Awtani
Talented designers: Aloki Designer boutique and Srivah created such beautiful gowns that made the women even more feminine and stunning!
More Designers: Amrita Giri, Srivah Trends, Divya Jayam and Aloki Designer Boutique Choreography: Mahishasuranashini Iyengar and Raj Kiran
Models: Mahishasuranashini Iyengar Arzu Khanna Jessie Singh @Muskaan Arshad Larissa Adelle Roman @Deepthi Peesapati @Keerthi Kandi Abi Grigsby @Yee Xiao Wei Joselyn Shajuty Islam Mahi Goud Raj Kiran Yash Joshi Praveen Nouman Rana Kiron Martin Akshay Taneja
Drums: Joseph Taranto
Makeup artists-Seerat Samra and Shakila's Lashes were excellend and really showed their best and worked hard making trendy and stylish makeovers.
Meilleur team-Ajitesh Lookar, Raj Kiran, Pooja Joy, Ojasvi Pradhan, Dhruvika Pradhan, Jas Karan. It seems they work together as a supportive family and knew exactly how to make the event unforgettable and exciting. Thank you, guys, for the opportunity to enjoy your bright coloristic costumes, music and dance. Such beautiful outfits on the stage!
Mounika Gudapati sats: "Dance is all about what we think and we express! {I performed} The Exceptional Planet Earth on stage of Thornvury Theater as part of entertainment program for Sonalika's and her team event.It was pleasure working with Meilleur Events and Mahishasuranashini Iyengar and will look forward to many {more}. On behalf of Shakya Kala I thank all the photographers M4U Click, Krishna S Iyer and Tony Kotsopoulos Photography for capturing the best out..."
Other gorgeous performers: Asha Subramaniam Mounika Gudapati Tiya Baranasooriya Anisha
Media crews : Cavity fashion network Shaz photography & Cinematography KP photography Rafsta photography Krishna Iyer photography M4U click Adiana Photography Tony Kotsopoulos Photography Pic_that_Pop -James Taylor Marquis Fashion Magazine Bohemian Rhapsody Weekly Magazine BYSQ-Its showtime MTV with Eshwar Lakavath / Arzum Caglayancay
Ticket to Bollywood was won and the winner looked absolutely happy to be on this journey . We hope he has a great trip to Bollywood, and who knows we may even see him play a role in a movie. Congratulations to the winner ' Gopi Nath' for winning TICKET TO BOLLYWOOD' .He is welcomed to watch Salman Khan host live on the sets of Bigg Boss 13.