Who Founded Alémais? Lesleigh Jermanus and the Brand’s History
Alémais was founded in Sydney in 2020 by designer Lesleigh Jermanus, formerly of Zimmermann. Here is the brand's history, awards, craft and what it reports on sustainability.
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Alémais Mini, Midi and Maxi Dresses: Which Length to Choose
Alémais minis, midis, gowns and sundresses explained by length, with notes on how long each runs for your height and which suits the occasion.
Alémais Dress Colours: Green, Blue, Pink, White and Yellow Dresses
The current Alémais dresses sorted by colour, from green and blue silks to white embroidered midis and spliced patchwork prints.
Alémais Pants and Shorts: Silk, Linen and Denim, and How to Size Them
Alémais shorts and pants, from embroidered linen to silk palazzos and denim, with fit notes and how to wear them as a set.
Alémais Shirts and Shirtdresses: Linen, Silk and How They Fit
The Alémais shirts, shirtdresses, blouses and tees worth knowing, from oversized linen to embellished silk, and how each one fits.
Rebecca Vallance Stockists: Where to Buy the Label Worldwide
Where to buy Rebecca Vallance, from the label's Australian boutiques and David Jones to the international stockists it names, country by country.
Aje Ruffle Dress Guide: Fringe, Raffia, Tassel and Bow Styles
Aje's textured dresses, from the Adelia ruffle and Nerra fringe to raffia knits and bow backs, grouped by texture with notes on fit and styling.
Aje Mini Dress, Midi and Maxi: Which Aje Length to Buy
The Aje mini dress is the label's most searched length. Here is how Aje cuts its minis, midis and maxis, and the pieces we would buy in each.
Christopher Esber Skirts, Pants and Matching Sets: The Pairs Worth Buying
Christopher Esber sells many of its tops with a matching skirt, so a set is simply the two bought together. The strongest pairs are the Maparadita , the Light Leak Jacquard, the Aurelia Sculpted Spiral, the Orica Crystal and the silk Invert Gwen. For pants, the label cuts tailored wool trousers,...
Christopher Esber Bridal: The Wedding Dresses, White Gowns and How They Fit
Yes, Christopher Esber makes wedding dresses . The Sydney label released its first full bridal collection, 20 pieces, in February 2025, following a seven-piece bridal capsule made exclusively for Net-a-Porter in 2023. Key gowns include the Veiled Corset Dress , the Vapour Overlay Silk Gown and...
The Best Christopher Esber Tops: Ripple Drape, Aurelia, Orica and Bezel Quartz Explained
The best Christopher Esber tops are draped and ruched jersey pieces finished with the label's hardware: the Ripple Drape Top , the Aurelia Sculpted Spiral Drape Top, the crystal-trimmed Orica tees and the Bezel Quartz Ruched Tee with its natural stone. Most are viscose jersey, cut close to the...
Christopher Esber Orion Gown: Colours, Fit, Fabric and the Orion Separates
The Christopher Esber Orion Gown is a floor-length gown with hand-sculpted ruching that traces a plunging V neckline into racerback-inspired halter straps, a drop waist and a pleated, gathered skirt. It is cut in 71% rayon and 29% polyester, and the brand describes it as true to size . It comes...
The Alexander McQueen Logo: Its History and the 2024 Revival
The Alexander McQueen logo: the founder's original serif mark, its 2024 revival with the small c inside the Q, and the skull as a second logo.
The Alexander McQueen Oversized Sneaker: History, Styling and How to Spot a Real Pair
The Alexander McQueen Oversized sneaker: when it launched, why it took over, how to wear it, how to spot a fake, and the McQueen shoes to buy now.
How to Tell if Alexander McQueen Is Real: Labels, Style Codes and Safe Places to Buy
How to tell real Alexander McQueen from fake: what the style code means, labels and hardware to check on bags, shoes and scarves, and where to buy safely.
Lee Alexander McQueen: His Life, Death and Legacy
Lee Alexander McQueen, from Lewisham and Savile Row to Givenchy and his own house: when he died at 40, and the legacy his studio carries on.
Sarah Burton at Alexander McQueen: The Designer Who Kept the House Going
Sarah Burton at Alexander McQueen: 26 years at the house, 13 as creative director, the royal wedding dress, and her move to Givenchy in 2024.
Did Alexander McQueen Make Haute Couture? Givenchy, Couture and the Ready-to-Wear House
Did Alexander McQueen design haute couture? His Givenchy years from 1996 to 2001, how his own house works today, and what couture level means at McQueen.
Alexander McQueen Wedding Dresses: The Royal Gown and How to Wear McQueen as a Bride
The Alexander McQueen royal wedding dress explained, the bridal heritage of the house, and the ivory McQueen pieces a modern bride can wear now.
Alexander McQueen’s Most Famous Runway Shows, From Highland Rape to Plato’s Atlantis
The Alexander McQueen shows that changed fashion: Highland Rape, No. 13, Voss, Widows of Culloden, Plato's Atlantis and the Savage Beauty exhibitions.
What Is an Hourglass Blazer? How to Choose and Wear One
The short answer: an hourglass blazer is a tailored jacket cut close through the waist, with shoulders and hips left a little fuller, so it draws the body into an hourglass shape without a belt. It is usually double-breasted with peak lapels. Choose one in your usual size, because the shaping...
The Navy Blazer: How to Wear the Most Versatile Jacket
The short answer: a navy blazer goes with almost everything, which is why it is the first tailored jacket most women should buy. Wear it with white and denim for a classic look, with grey and camel for the office, and with black for a modern evening. Choose a double-breasted cut with gold-tone...
The Denim Blazer: How to Wear Tailored Denim
The short answer: a denim blazer is a tailored jacket, with lapels and a blazer cut, made in denim instead of wool. It sits between a jean jacket and a suit jacket, so it works over a T-shirt and jeans, over a dress and as half of a denim suit. Choose a clean, even wash, wear it with smooth...
The Velvet Blazer: How to Wear It for Evening and Every Day
The short answer: a velvet blazer is a tailored jacket in velvet, a fabric with a short, dense pile that catches the light. It is the easiest way to dress up for the holidays: wear it with black trousers and silk for a party, and with jeans and a T-shirt to make it everyday. Choose a deep...