Newsflash - The Tribune Brisbane

Walking into the Tribune Brisbane on Arthur St (just off the ever so opulent James St in Brisbane's iconoclastic Fortitude Valley) is like stepping straight into a sassy New York Boutique without the jet-lag or concern of weighty luggage restrictions. The former WWII storage bunker that now houses this oasis of original design has been lovingly and sparingly restored, savouring the buildings original character and charm. The Tribune Brisbane has taken the road less travelled by supporting local Queensland designers. The Tribune's manager, Ken, stocks latest season from emerging local fashion talent such as George Wu, Zooski, Mayke and Love Hero. Amanda Heelan and Maria Diakos's locally made jewellery is also stocked instore. This local talent teamed with high-end shoes, millinery and accessories from the likes of Alexander McQueen, Sergio Rossi and Manolo Blahnik (just to name a few) makes this space a true find. Both in-house stylists, Ken and Tanja, are experts in personal styling and creating a look from scratch are at your service, how amazing is that! ID Couture loves the uniqueness of The Tribune and places the space our pick for the best destination for Mother-Daughter shopping sprees, offering innovative yet classic designs for all tastes nestled amongst the James St cafe precinct - a recipe for the perfect Saturday.

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Simple Formalities

Marco Censi - AW 09

Men’s shoes continue with the direction of robust elegance and simplicity explored in previous collections - resulting in a clean form and, like women’s shoes this season, think SOLID and UTILITY. Top-line heights float below the ankle with low heels making a return. Congruent with trends, buckles and heavy hardware are featured this season including layered uppers, mixed textiles, metal embellishments wrapping laces and buckle/lace combinations ensure to keep the simple silhouettes daring and unique. Our style boy Brent Derepas at ID Couture loves Veinwear for our men's footwear solutions - visit http://www.veinwear.com/

VeinWear SS 09

Sophisticated Colour

With a balanced colour palette for Autumn/Winter 2008, warm winter browns are complimented with deep reds and amber yellows resulting in an overall warm aesthetic. These earthy hues are highlighted with sensual yet workable mushroom pinks and pastel blues creating supple splashes of colour across an otherwise barron pallate. Soft greys also carry on into this season, offering a more subtle substitute for more traditionaly harsh blacks.

Oscar, my dear Oscar

Oscar Cullen just relaunched his Brisbane City salon 18th June and ID Couture were invited to and intrigued by this notion - we definitely weren't disappointed. This ultra-luxe boutique looked like Tom Ford himself came in and sensuously designed the new interior for the beacon of hair styling shining in Brisbane's CBD. With the clean lines, tasteful simplicity and ingenious use of lighting installations, Oscar Oscar Brisbane City is sure to impress from the moment you swan through the door. With beautiful and friendly staff to compliment to opulent salon, OscarOscar offers a unique high-end creative experience sure to be savoured and enjoyed. OscarOscar have salons in Sydney, Gold Coast and across Brisbane. http://www.oscaroscar.com.au/