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Top Australian designer Kirrily Johnston will be part of Air New Zealand Fashion Week come September 16. The list of designers taking part this year was announced last week, and includes Zambesi, Karen Walker, Nom.d, Cybele, Trelise Cooper, Deborah Sweeney, Hailwood, Stolen Girlfriends Club and more. WORLD will
be back on the runway and the Air New Zealand Fashion Weekend and Designer Garage Sale are returning so the public can join in.
Designer lunch
Fashion Week is only eight weeks away, and The Westin - Fashion Week's official hotel where all the international media and buyers will be staying - is celebrating with an exclusive designer lunch on August 6. The event will include a glass of Moet & Chandon, two-course lunch and shows featuring designs from Trelise Cooper, Zambesi and Hailwood. Tickets are $110 and can be bought from The Westin (09) 909 9000.
Yummy mummy
EGG maternity is looking for New Zealand's hottest mum-to-be. One expectant mother will win the chance to feature in the maternity brand's brochure, and win a $1000 wardrobe and a album with pictures from the photo shoot. If you'll be six to eight-and-a-half months pregnant on October 1 and think you have what it takes, enter now at www.eggmaternity.co.nz, or fill out an entry form at EGG's stores before August 31.
Ladies who brunch
Charity is so in right now, so continue the charitable spirit by attending the sixth annual Bag Ladies Brunch on August 24. This year's event at Sky City Convention Centre will raise funds for two head-cooling caps for the neonatal intensive care unit at Starship Hospital. Hosted by Ali Mau, the event will feature Briarwood founder Angela Marshall, as well as a fashion show with designs from Lucie Bosher, Route 66 and more. Guests will receive a two-course meal with bubbles, and will go in the draw to win a $3000 Gucci handbag. Tickets $90 per person, or $85 if you buy before July 31. Contact Joanne Martin for tickets on joanne@pem.co.nz.com.
New arrivals
Ponsonby Rd's Jaimie Boutique has just had a delivery of new Bassike styles, including shirt dresses, lightweight trackies and long-sleeve Grandpa sleeves. Ph (09) 361 4000.
Wang at Workshop
New York label Alexander Wang will be available in New Zealand for the first time in August at Workshop. A favourite of hip girls like model Erin Wasson, the label blends downtown cool with high-end luxury. Workshop will also be the exclusive New Zealand stockist of Sienna Miller's label, Twenty8Twelve.
Golden oldies
OPSM are introducing seniors' days. From the start of August until 30 September, those with a Senior Card will be able to get 20 per cent off glasses or prescription sunglasses on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday.
Art star
Clooney are teaming up with Cure Kids and Art+Object for One5FIFTEEN@CLOONEY, a special auction and dinner. The event on July 29, has a five-course degustation dinner and 15 art pieces up for auction. Tickets, $1200 for a table of six, can be bought from Clooney, ph (09) 358 1702.