The Social Studio dress

This week, I'm trying to wear a few things I haven't worn for a while. This hand dyed dress is by the Social Studio, a fabulous collaboration between fashion and community; you can read some more about them over here. (I love the red outfit on their homepage!) The colour is so vibrant and it is such a great fit for me. Statement, bold, unique; ticks all the boxes. I must wear it more often.

dress: Social Studio

belt: Sportsgirl

cuff: Diva

tights: free in a gift bag

shoes: Melissa

earrings: Sportsgirl

Edgeley - quick unpick at The Social Studio

The Social Studio is holding a series of talks with local designers as part of their quick unpick collaboration. This Wednesday 6:30-7:30pm features Alice Edgeley. Alice discusses the colourful costume world of sequins and beads, as well as introducing her first Edgeley collection of wild leotards, pleated skirts and dapper shirts.

I absolutely love these tailored lines and collared shirts, such a wearable collection. Inspired.

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The Social Studio - The Cutting Table

The Social Studio is an initiative in Melbourne where the young refugee community can utilise their skills in design and fashion to create garments from recycled fabrics and excess manufacturing materials. The venture creates training and employment in the fashion industry and hospitality, you can read more about it over here.

I was recently informed that The Social Studio will be launching a new venture, sister-cafe, The Cutting Table, at 126 Smith St in Collingwood, just next door to The Social Studio. The cutting table is the heart of The Social Studio. Around the cutting table, people from all cultures and religions come together to learn, to design, to create, to share stories and to be part of a community.
The new menu features African inspired burgers, delicious African appetisers and daily specials, with Halal meats, free range chicken and eggs and fresh produce. 

I will be definitely be checking this out, you should too and while your there, check out their new TSS3 collection, I love the black trench with red lining and wooah, those gold leggings!