Flannel
The label of Kristy Lawrence, Flannel is fast becoming a classic Australian brand with followers wordwide ranging from Nicole Ritchie to Kirsten Stewart. For the 2013 collection presented at L’ Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival, the look was as breezy, sweet and bohemian as ever. With a flagship store in Venice, CA and a wearable and fresh aesthetic, it’ s easy to see why Flannel has such trans-pacific appeal. With the AW 2013 collection Flannel graced the runway with a delightful palette of pastels, white and tan, promising us an autumn / winter season which will be anything but dark and dreary. Classic shirt, trouser and skirt combinations were given the western treatment with tassels, studs and pitch perfect tailoring. The eye-catching pieces that most impressed onlookers were the desert-tan leather ensembles paired with deconstructed lace-up sandals. Flannel has produced a collection for relaxed easy days; for women with an inner cowgirl who will be eager for summer, but happy to daydream the winter away too.
Photography by Mark Peterson
36 The LA Fashion magazine