Category Archives: News

2016 Aussie Fashion Week details revealed.

At an event tonight at Quay Restaurant, overlooking the iconic Sydney Opera House. The who’s who of the Australian fashion industry gathered for the unveiling of the preliminary schedule for the inaugural Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia Resort Collections. Over fifty five designers were announced at an event this evening at the iconic Sydney Quay Restaurant […]

What to wear on Australia Day

On Australia Day, we want to express and show our national pride. Most of us will be out doors on the day, so keep it casual, light and have fun with it. Here are some ideas and fashion tips to consider: DO: 1) Wear some green and gold. These colours symbolise Australia, so pull out […]

The Erin Evolution.

This year, I have loved working with my client Erin Holland to give her the ultimate makeover or one may say, “make under”. When I first met her, she was still in ‘pageant’ mode: long blond hair extensions, pageant makeup and maybe some, questionable outfits. Together over then past 8 months, we have explored designers, […]

Fashion makeovers help women to Dress for Success

One of the most gratifying things I do, is my work with the not-for-profit organisation Dress for Success. I recently helped them create their very first Australian TV and digital advertising campaign, to promote its free services helping women in need improve their employability and embark on the journey towards restored confidence and economic independence. […]

Target will rock the VAMFF runway.

Over 120 amazing outfits. Affordable, stylish clothes for all ages, shapes, sizes and backgrounds. That you can pretty much buy off the catwalk (or they will be in store very soon). You get to see the brilliant Jessica Mauboy perform and make her catwalk debut. You also get to see Dannii Minogue and Olympics star […]

Grammy Awards 2015 Fashion wrap

Black was the new black on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards, traditionally a time for celebs to take a fashion risk. Here are my best and worst dressed picks… Gwen Stefani rocked a custom made Versace Atelier jumpsuit. I’m pretty sure she is ageing in the reverse direction. Sexy. Edgy. Totally Grammy appropriate. […]

24 dress options for Valentines Day.

If you’re looking for a new dress to wear on a hot date for Valentines Day, here are 24 affordable options for you to consider. Visit your local Westfield shopping centre or shop with the retailers online. Happy Shopping. DG

Heidi Klum Intimates launches in Sydney

On Australia Day, Heidi Klum kicked off her global launch tour to promote her first collection for Heidi Klum Intimates. It launched globally in over 1000 stores and comprises of intimate apparel and underwear for both women and men, with swimwear on the cards for the near future. A celebrity packed room at Icebergs, Bondi […]

Together lets help women in need.

Is your New Year resolution to help give back to the community? Then please let me help you achieve this. In 2014 I began working with a non-profit organisation that promotes the economic independence of women in need, called ‘Dress for Success’. You can read more about them by CLICKING HERE. We help support women […]

Erica’s Makeover

Meet Erica, a very busy mum with 2 kids who recently lost 50kg. She needed help to dress for her new body. This is what happened (press play on below video).   SHOP HER LOOK: Dress with in-built shaper (cleverly smoothes out all the lumps and bumps) from Target – $30 (on sale) Shoes $60 […]

16 genius tricks to fix stained or ruined clothes

1. Try not to over wash your jeans as they will fade and wear out. Simply throw your jeans in a plastic bag and place them in the freezer at night to remove bad odors.The freezer will kill most of the odor-causing bacteria. Only wash your jeans if they are actually stained. 2. Spray a […]

Essential items every man must own.

Here is a short video I filmed while doing the makeovers on ‘Beauty and the Geek’. The video shows you some essential (and affordable) items that every man must have in his wardrobe. TO WATCH CLICK BELOW LINK: https://au.tv.yahoo.com/beauty-and-the-geek-australia/clips/25436520/donny-galella-style-essentials-for-men/#page1   To read a comprehensive list of mens must have fashion items – CLICK HERE