Top Australian Fashion Brands We Like This Season

When one thinks of fashion, visual imagery that pops to mind range from glitzy Parisienne runways, chic street fashion in New York City, or the laid-back boho-casual vibes in SoCal (LA). But ever wondered if the fashion scene is Australia is more than meets the eye?

If you don’t know already, Australia has a got a burgeoning (or if not, already solid) fashion industry, be it Instagram-royalty-fashion-bloggers such as Nicole Warne of Gary Pepper, Jess Stein of Tuula Vintage, Margaret Zhang of Shine By Three, and Sara Donaldson of Harper and Harley and more; or even a reality TV series featuring the country’s top independent fashion bloggers and what goes on behind their personal lives!

The beauty of Australian fashion/apparel labels is that it incorporates both latest trends and flattering silhouettes while churning out entirely new looks that do not seem regurgitated or seemingly predictable. Even better, the Aussie dollar has dropped recdently, so Shoppers from the US, Singapore, Malaysia and more, this is your time to sample quirky cool Aussie fashion!

We’ve compiled a few brands that we think you’ll like to ShopandBox with the help of our Boxers at Australia!

Kookai

Originally founded in France until founders Robert Cromb and Danielle Vagner decided to bring the label into Australia and New Zealand in 1992, you can find high-quality pieces at mid-range prices from Kookai. We love their leather jackets, flounce skirts and tops versatile for outfit pairings. You can also find a variety of basics (chambray tops, skinny jeans) to trendier pieces (crop tops, printed A-line skirts, and culottes).

 

Witchery

With a range of women, men, and kids apparel, Witchery borrows its creative inspiration from Danish aesthetic. Find cool colour/fabric schemes from khaki green to grey melange, while their fall/winter collection features distinctive 60s and 70s silhouettes and trends. On their Trending Now section you can find their take on proportions and layering, perfectly executed with “Kimino” dressing—blending crop tops with origami clutches while combining angles and the like.

 

Country Road

When we think of Country Road, we imagine the Australian version of Banana Republic and J. Crew with a trendier approach. We like that the label offers sharp, officewear along with casual downtime dressing while keeping their themes all in sync. Standout pieces include their Pique Block Stripe Skirt (first left on the image), Milano Cape (trending right now), Broderie Circle Skirt (perfect for work and play). For visual inspiration, check out their new blog Live With Us where you can find their style must-haves, a peek inside fashionistas’ homes and more.

 

Sportsgirl

Melbourne-based label Sportsgirl is one of the front-runners of the Australian fashion industry since its debut in 1948, with currently 120 stores in Australia and a long-standing partnership with Butterfly Foundation, a foundation for eating disorders. If you’re an avid trendsetter/follower, Sportsgirl is your go-to as you can also find statement oversized denim jackets, long line vests, mid dresses and crop jumpers in their collection. We’re currently crushing on their Retro Varsity theme—combining “collegiate cool with modern sporty styles” evident in their latest arrivals.

 

Decjuba

As per its mission statement, Decjuba is for the edgy, biker-chick female who loves standing out and not being shy about making a statement. From leather leggings and flowing knits to printed monochrome tops and luxe waterfall-front jackets, we love that you can shop looks that they’ve styled for your Shoppers via their Shop The Look section.

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1. Simply sign up for an account here
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3. You will be assigned a personal Boxer who will help you buy all your coveted items.
4. Your box of goodies gets shipped to your door in 1 – 3 days* wherever you are in the world! *if using DHL Express

Featured photo on blog credits to @kookai_australia