Eyes Wide Open Fashion Show

Judith Penak Couture participated in the Eyes Wide Open Fashion Show at RAH BAR, where some of the most stunning outfits walked the runway. Lynette Pater, one of the most respected Melbourne Master Stylist, coordinated the looks of Judith Penak Couture along with Millinery by Vintage Designs and Jewellery Designer, Stella Nemiro. Bodyography did an amazing job with makeup on the beautiful models.

This charity event was to raise money for BeyondBlue which is an Australian independent non-profitable organisation working to address issues associated with depression. Hope this event contributed towards this good cause.

Tribute to Paris Kyne -- Master Milliner

Paris Kevin Kyne was a master milliner who dressed the heads of celebrities such as Kate Cebrano, Melissa George and Paris and Nicky Hilton.

Paris and I shared a friendship since year 2000. We entered competitions together and over the years, we developed a very strong business relationship. With Paris, there was never a “no, I can’t do that” or an “I’m too busy to do this”. He was always up for any project presented to him and he put his all into every venture.

We soon developed a strong, close team, along with La-Toyah Asha and in 2011, we won the BMW Caulfield Classic Style Award. The hat that accompanied our win was one of Paris Kyne’s brilliant master pieces.

On the 30^th of July 2013, Paris passed way at the young age of 47. He was, and still is, mourned greatly by friends, family and those who looked up to him. This sudden and unfortunate incident affected many.

On the 30^th of July 2014 marks Paris’ one year death anniversary. To celebrate Paris’ life, we held a French Vogue Inspired photo shoot at The Thornbury Theatre where we used head pieces that we purchased from his master collection as a tribute to his treasured life.

Below are two of the photos from our recent photo shoot, featuring La-Toyah, wearing a head piece made of Paris Kyne materials, put together by his assistant milliner, Margaret Addis. The second photo features model Caitlin Mikheal wearing a mask that was part of Paris’ collection.

Paris may have passed on but his memory and glorious work will live on with us forever.

 

French Vogue Inspired Photo shoot!

French Vogue inspired photo shoot was a complete success!  A student from RMIT wrote an amazing blog about the day, instead of us repeating what has been said, check out Matthew Youden's blog out here!  

                        

Australian Glamour in HOLLYWOOD

A few weeks ago, an Australian Production Team went on an exciting trip to Hollywood to photograph the works of 4 selected Australian designers, Lucy Laurita, Vicky E Pellicca-Zamoyzaris Popovski, Maria Mezzatesta and us--Judith Penak Couture! Our best Australian master stylist, Lynette Pater, took charge of styling and coordinating dress and jewellery; supplied by Le Dain Designs. Mishel Vounatsos Bratsos, Schyler Shulkin and Kirsty Barrie did an amazing job on the hair and makeup of the gorgeous model Celeste Billinge. 

Photographer, Maurice Rinaldi and make up artist, Mishel Vounatsos Bratsos, share their thoughts on the shoot.

"It was so exciting to work with an all Australian production team in LA and help support the Australian designers like Lucy Laurita, Judith Penak, Vicky E Pelliccia-Zamoyzaris Popovski and Maria Mezzatesta. Mishel Vounatsos Bratsos, Kirsty Barrie and Schvler Shulkin on make-up and hair who got little sleep and lots of driving and put up with me for 3 weeks THANK YOU for a job well done. I must say, working with Celeste Billinge from The Old School of Modeling with no complaints, no matter what location or temperature, was lovely to work with. Let's do it again soon, you are all welcomed back! "
--Maurice Rinaldi

"I truly loved going to America. It's such a different place to Australia. Still love my hometown but in America it has a different buzz about it. It's very much on the go-go-go! Doing makeup there was fantastic. Using our Australian designer gowns was absolutely phenomenal. Doing the photoshoot out in public was fantastic. Everyone was just looking at us saying, 'what's going on? What are you shooting? Wow look at the model and outfit!'.
It was a great experience doing makeup and hair in America. I truly enjoyed the atmosphere and vibes from it. Hopefully we will be doing this again next year. Definitely something to look forward to! Plus the Australian designers can have their gowns shot overseas which is such great exposure for them!" -- Mishel Vounatsos Bratsos

La Di Da

The vibe was huge at La Di Da on Friday! International models and faboulous fashion runway! Everyone had a blast; eating, drinking and mingling with each other. I was even pulled aside for an exclusive interview!

Marilyn Monroe Impersonator video!

The final videos of the Marilyn Monroe impersonator, Alia Milano, have finally been posted!! They are absolutely astounding! The film crew, stylists, make up artists and designers all did a fantastic job to produce such a remarkable result! Check it out in the link below!

http://www.markhudsonphotography.com.au/?p=278

Alia Milano--Marilyn Monroe impersonator--and her gold star dress

This is a legendary new era for our talented Australian artisans who have been preparing for the debut of our new amazing Marilyn Monroe impersonator, Alia Milano. It is our common goal to take this great opportunity to strengthen the vision of those in their respective fields.

Stylist Lynette Pater (Left) Alia Milano (Right) 

Alia is Australia's number is Marilyn Monroe impersonator and she looked absolutely stunning in the gold sequin dress made my Judith Penak Couture, styled by Lynette Pater. With hair and make up done to the inspired look of Marilyn Monroe, Alia shone like the star she is. 

Jeff Osman is an astounding photographer and we thank him for doing such an amazing job on the day. We are looking forward to seeing the main highlights of the photoshoot and seeing yours and your teams master work on the video. 

A big thanks to outstanding stylist Lynette Pater, make up artist Mishel, Lana Velkov shoe designer, Vikola fashionista and Zeljko the limosine provider.