Advanced Australian Style: Autumn Fashion 2026
The best things are built to last. For this editorial, we set out to capture the essence of Australia in fashion, not as a cliché but as a feeling woven into clothing. The textures of natural fibres, the earthy tones of the landscape, the vibrant Aussie people behind the businesses and brands.
At the heart of the shoot is an Australian icon: Akubra. For more than a century, Akubra hats have been part of the Australian story, worn by stockmen, adventurers, musicians and everyday Australians who value practicality as much as character. Each hat carries with it a sense of place — a reminder that fashion, at its best, reflects the land and the people who wear it.
The studio setting is simple but that’s the point: Australian style has never needed excess. It lives in the detail – the tilt of an Akubra, the roll of a sleeve, the confidence of clothes designed to be worn, not just admired.
Carlie xx
Fashion Editor: Carlie Wacker @worldofwacker
Creative Direction: Ali Smith @graphicali
Photographer: Ian Waldie @ianwaldiephotography
HMUA: Craig and Lara Argent @pony_beauty_bar_noosa
Model: Christine Billings @christine.the.muse.ik
Assistant: Kiki Argent @pony_beauty_bar_noosa
Eyre in Light Toast from Akubra, 0477 384 137
Jeanie Sculptural top and Michelle earrings from Wacker Clothing Company, www.wackerclothingcompany.com.au
Top to bottom: Traveller in Spice, Tablelands in Sand, Leisure Time in Light Sand, Dusty Dawn in Coffee,
Coober Pedy in Fern from Akubra, 0477 384 137
Coober Pedy in Fern from Akubra, 0477 384 137
Jeanie Sculptural top in chocolate from Wacker Clothing Company, wackerclothingcompany.com.au
14k White Gold drop earrings with diamond highlights featuring Sleek Boulder Opal.
“The Winterlarkin Pendant” – 18k White Gold Pendant featuring 8.04ct Queensland Boulder Opal and 64 Diamonds, with 45cm 18k White Gold snake chain from Opals Down Under, 5494 5400
Savannah dress in Liora and purple beads from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550
Camper Pelotas Soller in blue from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211
Shimla Dust Coat in white and handcrafted jewellery from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550
Lola Dress in tea party print, Stella straw bag, Perri mixed metal earrings from Wacker Clothing Company, wackerclothingcompany.com.au
Frankie4 Rome in Ecru from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211
Emerson dress from Wacker Clothing Company, wackerclothingcompany.com.au
Frankie4 Rome in Ecru from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211. Earrings, model’s own.
Kantha Bed Cover, Wash Bags and handcrafted jewellery from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550
Camper Pelotas Soller in blue from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211
Arrabella Nightie in white and Marie Jo Bra in Daisy Noir Black from Ladybird Noosa, 5455 4070
Jenny belt from Wacker Clothing Company, wackerclothingcompany.com.au
Dusty Dawn in Coffee from Akubra, 0477 384 137
Marie Jo Bra and High-Waisted Brief in Daisy Noir Black from Ladybird Noosa, 5455 4070
Journey Jacket in red organza from Wacker Clothing Company, wackerclothingcompany.com.au
Tangier Ikat Boyfriend shirt and wide leg pant and Flabelus Claire shoes in sand, Nadia Dafri clutch from Sara Leonardi, www.itsafad.com
Dusty Dawn in Coffee from Akubra, 0477 384 137
Bordeaux Gold Ikat tie top and panel skirt from Sara Leonardi, www.itsafad.com
Jeanie Sculptural top and Joanie skirt in chocolate linen, chain belt and Michelle earrings from Wacker Clothing Company, wackerclothingcompany.com.au
Frankie4 Rome in Ecru from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211
Camper Pelatos Soller in pink from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211
Leisure Time in Light Sand from Akubra, 0477 384 137
Matilde top and Ainsley skirt in Aurelia, Silver Beaded Choker from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550
Ecco Soft 7 in Pure White Gold from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211
