FASHFEST: Friday's Runway Show (Cartographer)

"The mapper inspired by location and place. The cartographer uses the land, constructed and natural, to inform and inspire. Bricks and contours become cuts and folds, creating garments that are informed by and communicate place and belonging."

These brilliant words set the scene for FASHFEST's Friday night show, featuring collections from fashion designers including Melanie Child, Tanja Von Behrens, Braddon Tailors, Bird Keepers, Illusory Cog, Red Corner, Maak, Simone Perele, Miranda Sakhino and Sovata.

The show opened with an energetic pop performance by Mel Jade, while musicians Jemist and Ben Bonney kept the playful mood going during the runway shows.

We absolutely loved the entire Cartographer set, but our particular favourites would have to be Bird Keepers, Maak and Miranda Sakhino for their more whimsical and feminine designs.

Check out our images below!

Above: Mel Jade performing Above: Melanie Child's collectionAbove: masculine tailoring from Braddon Tailors Above: Designs by Bird Keepers Above: a sample of Illusory Cog's collection Above: A new collection of printed boxing gloves and boxing pads from Red Corner Above: Ethereal designs from MaakAbove: Lingerie by Simone Perele Above: Spectacular garments by Miranda Sakhino Above: Colourful designs from SovataAbove: the closing performance by Mel Jade..

Stay tuned for tomorrow as we share our images from the final FASHFEST show with you! In the mean time, you can head to the FASHFEST website, Facebook page or Instagram to see more highlights from the event.