Welcome to Autumn
AUTUMN FASHION 2021
The halcyon days of the Summer season draw to their close and our Noosa nights become crisp and dry, the fresh sea air bringing her welcome respite- enlivening our senses, subtly influencing our mood and casting our minds to perhaps the most beautiful and reflective of seasons, autumn.
Our pace slows a little, time spent with family, cooking at home or stepping out to dine, long walks on the beach and adventures in our beautiful hinterland all serve to nourish our spirit and to remind us of where we reside, a pristine wonderland right at our front door.
We are loyal to local, close knit in community and supportive of our town, our people and our visitors, yet we remain ever cosmopolitan, sophisticated and at ease in our choice of dress.
Although well versed in trend forecasts from the catwalks, real or virtual around the world, we choose with confidence to follow our own hearts and sensibilities when dressing for the season, with only a subtle yet knowing nod to the fashion vernacular prevalent overseas.
Our sartorial selection effortlessly interprets the trends to reflect our own untouched, unique environment and to suit the rhythm of our everyday. Being blessed with both a healthy robust offering of exclusive retailers and a wealth of homegrown design talent, we are spoilt for choice. When it comes to dressing in our own inimitable way, we blend a soupçon of European flair with the gentle softness of a considered, unforced elegance.
The trusted, tried and true cool weather fabrics including velvet, smooth supple silk, slubby linen, soft wool and finest cashmere prevail. These textiles pair ably with the perfect cut of pant, shirt and suiting. Long hem lengths in skirts and dresses provide both a feminine, flattering line and complete cosiness. Comfort is achieved through perfect fit, correct proportion and appropriate weight to suit our unique climate. A gentle allusion to the fashion forward Zeitgeist of fringing, capes, the exaggerated puff sleeve, baby soft quilting, leather employed in much more than just outerwear, and a seventies inspired modern bohemian silhouette, is well anchored in an everlasting understated aesthetic that we can call our very own.
This season we champion a blend of old school craftsmanship with modern sustainable design practice, using a strong emphasis on procuring only that which we need, of the very best quality, to last us for many seasons to come.
This autumn, as we clothe and adorn ourselves, we embrace our powerful, beautiful, natural surrounds, our freedoms, and our greatest gift- our Noosa.
Les xx
Aluna wears corduroy skirt from Big W Noosa Civic; Penny Gumboots and Scotch and Soda shirt from Noosa Juniors, Noosa Heads.
Matt wears shorts and belt from Connor, Noosa Civic; Sperry shoe from Feet First Footwear, Noosa Heads, 5447 2211; Shirt from Soul Song, Noosa Heads, 5442 8360; Hat from Cottonworx by Mensroom, Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Eumundi, 0497 873 167.
Beaded bracelets from Cottonworx by Mensroom, Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Eumundi, 0497 873 167
Camel cotton long sleeve shirt from Cottonworx by Mensroom, Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Eumundi, 0497 873 167
Cognac leather cross body bag from Cottonworx by Mensroom, Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Eumundi, 0497 873 167
Blue linen pant from Cottonworx by Mensroom, Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Eumundi, 0497 873 167
Ecco mens shoes, Feet First Footwear, Noosa Heads, 5447 2211
Erin wears Flamenco dress from Soul Song, Noosa Heads, 5442 8360; Earrings, necklace and Juju & Co leather clutch from Galah Home, Cooroy, 5302 4044; Knit sweater from Domini Collective, Tewantin, 5470 2641; Bullbasha Raffia slide from Boom Shankar, Noosa Heads, 5474 2304.
Aluna wears May Gibbs shoe and light blue top from Big W Noosa Civic; Moon Child Pinafore from Cloth and Hide, Peregian, 5324 1433.
Matt wears cap and pant from Okanui, Noosa Heads, 5447 4054; Shirt from Boom Shankar, Noosa Heads, 5474 2304; Ecco shoes from Feet First Footwear, Noosa Heads, 5447 2211; Leather bracelet from Cottonworx by Mensroom, Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Eumundi, 0497 873 167.
Bra & Briefs from Lady Bird Noosa, Noosa Heads, 5455 4070
Leather bag with chain from Ma Petite Boutique, Noosa Junction, 0412 565 382
Vintage silk dress from Ma Petite Boutique, Noosa Junction, 0412 565 382
Frankie 4 Jackie white and rose gold sneaker from Feet First Footwear, Noosa Heads, 5447 2211
Erin wears linen dress from Okanui, Noosa Heads, 5447 4054; Lace and linen jacket and light blue cross body bag from Blue Brown Bag, Cooroy, 5442 6025; Beaded necklace from Who Invited Her, Noosa Heads; Camel leather ankle boot from Urban Coyote, Cooroy, 5332 2755.
Erin wears Giselle top from Ella and Sunday, Noosaville, 5455 5656; Pants from Blue Brown Bag, Cooroy, 5442 6025; Citrine necklace from Soul Quartz, Noosa Heads, 0492 887 736; Bracelets and earrings from Cloth and Hide, Peregian, 5324 1433; Frankie4 Elena sneaker from Feet First Footwear, Noosa Heads, 5447 2211; Sunglasses from Bohemian Sundays, Peregian, 5373 8063.
Aluna wears Moon Child Hunni dress from Cloth and Hide, Peregian, 5324 1433; Tan leather sandals from Noosa Juniors, Noosa Heads, 5474 5577; Aluna wears her own jewellery.
Matt wears; Linen pant, cotton long sleeve shirt and hat from Cottonworx by Mensroom, Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Eumundi, 0497 873 167; Sperry shoes from Feet First Footwear, Noosa Heads, 5447 2211.
Picnic setting includes: Kantha picnic rug from Soul Song, Noosa Heads, 5442 8360; Stork cushion, linen napkins and gold straw bag from Galah Home, Cooroy, 5302 4044; Water hyacinth food basket from Blue Brown Bag, Cooroy, 5442 6025; Hand crocheted man bag, from Cottonworx by Mensroom, Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Eumundi, 0497 873 167; Woven leather bag from Who Invited Her, Noosa Heads; Silk scarf from Flannel, Noosa Heads; Acrylic jug and wine glasses, collapsible picnic table, picnic blanket with strap, and ice cooler bag from Bohemian Sundays, Peregian, 5373 8063; Ceramic coffee mugs and candles from Soul Quartz, Noosa Heads, 0492 887 736.
Ballerina kitten, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Girls denim jacket, Big W Noosa Civic
Broderie anglaise dress, Big W Noosa Civic
Girls rose pink top, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Girls smock, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Girls bloomers, Cloth and Hide, Peregian, 5324 1433
Kids t-shirt, Okanui, Noosa Heads, 5447 4054
Tote bag, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Girls ballerina shoe, Big W Noosa Civic
Erin wears Gum Blossom leggings and Gum Blossom Creek crop top by Flow Yoga and holds a crystal from Soul Quartz, Noosa Heads, 0492 887 736
Pant and top, Watermelon Red, Peregian Beach, 5448 1452
Bra and brief, Lady Bird Noosa, Noosa Heads, 5455 4070
Crystal rings, Soul Quartz, Noosa Heads, 0492 887 736
Erin wears cotton wrap dress from Cloth and Hide, Peregian, 5324 1433; Vintage scarf from Ma Petite Boutique, Noosa Junction, 0412 565 382; Cross body bag from EcoLuxe Australia, ecoluxeaus.com.au; Frankie 4 MOLLiE Chalk Reptile white leather heel from Feet First Footwear, Noosa Heads, 5447 2211; Bracelets, bangle, drop earrings from Blue Brown Bag, Cooroy, 5442 6025.
Cotton twill pant, Ella and Sunday, Noosaville, 5455 5656
Cotton top, Boom Shankar, Noosa Heads, 5474 2304
Diamante hoop earring, Urban Coyote, Cooroy, 5332 2755
Leather cross body bag, Domini Collective, Tewantin, 5470 2641
Roger Federer women’s On sneaker, Feet First Footwear, Noosa Heads, 5447 2211
Striped cotton shirt, Cottonworx by Mensroom, Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Eumundi, 0497 873 167
Cotton chino, Connor, Noosa Civic, 3478 9443
Sea Captain t-shirt (back view), Okanui, Noosa Heads, 5447 4054
Leather bracelet, Cottonworx by Mensroom, Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Eumundi, 0497 873 167
Roger Federer On shoe, Feet First Footwear, Noosa Heads, 5447 2211
Ecco shoes, Feet First Footwear, Noosa Heads, 5447 2211
White linen longsleeve shirt, Okanui, Noosa Heads, 5447 4054
Light blue hibiscus short, Okanui, Noosa Heads, 5447 4054
Erin wears skirt from Galah Home, Cooroy, 5302 4044; Shirt from Ella and Sunday, Noosaville, 5455 5656; Angora cardigan from DBA Boutique, Tewantin, 0447 614 255; Canvas shoes, woven leather belt and Flower earrings from Blue Brown Bag, Cooroy, 5442 6025; Heart locket from Urban Coyote, Cooroy, 5332 2755; Leather Handbag from Soul Song, Noosa Heads, 5442 8360.
Matt wears shirt, cargo jean, linen jacket and sunglasses from Connor, Noosa Civic, 3478 9443; Ecco shoe from Feet First Footwear, Noosa Heads, 5447 2211.
Aluna wears ballerina skirt, lemon sweater and sandshoes from Big W Noosa Civic; Hat with ears from Noosa Juniors, Noosa Heads.
Pink corduroy overalls, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Yellow bow tie bunny, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Pink velvet girls hair bow, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Knitted girls onesie, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Top, Ma Petite Boutique, Noosa Junction, 0412 565 382
Leather stiletto, Ma Petite Boutique, Noosa Junction, 0412 565 382
Cork cross body bag, EcoLuxe Australia, ecoluxeaus.com.au
Wide leg linen pant, Cloth and Hide, Peregian, 5324 1433
Leather belt, Ma Petite Boutique, Noosa Junction, 0412 565 382
Bra, Lady Bird Noosa, Noosa Junction, 5455 4070
Straw hat from Uncle George, Hastings Street and Sunshine Plaza, 5474 5871
Cloth and Hide, Peregian, 5324 1433
Ladies cotton blouse, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Ladies denim skirt, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Cloth and Hide, Peregian, 5324 1433
Cloth and Hide, Peregian, 5324 1433
18k Yellow Gold Ring featuring Lightning Ridge Black Opal and a diamond, Opals Down Under, Glenview 5494 5400
Moon Child Hunni dress, Cloth and Hide, Peregian, 5324 1433
Dancing kitten, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Girls cotton dress, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Kids knitted shirt and shorts, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
Tulle skirt in ivory, The Mumsie, Noosa Junction, themumsie.com
BEHIND THE SCENES
It was an extremely hot and steamy Sunday at Doonan Valley Garden Centre for our autumn shoot.
It was also very much a family affair with our Food Writer and chef extraordinaire Matt Golinski, his beautiful fiancé, fitness instructor and our Fitness writer Erin Yarwood of E-Fitness Pomona; and their cute-as-a-button daughter Aluna modelling the latest looks curated by Lesley and expertly shot by Ian.
The family-owned team of Sarah, David and Teya were the perfect hosts with David trying to keep us cool with a fan and leaf blower!
Lesley’s husband Bobby, our Ed-in-Chief Deb Caruso and son Maximus assisting where they could. Mostly with Max on the leaf blower!
CREDITS
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Lesley Clough @lesleydawnclough
Hair & MAKEUP
Craig & Lara Argent @pony_beauty_bar_noosa
Models
Matt Golinski
Erin Yarwood
Aluna
Photography
Ian Waldie @ianwaldiephotography
assistant crew
Bobby Taylor
Deb Caruso
Max Caruso
Shot at
Doonan Valley Garden Centre
