No holds and not valid for laybys, special orders and pre-orders.
Where:
298 Coventry Street, South Melbourne VIC
or shop online at www.crimsonphoenix.com.au
When:
On now!
T 03 9696.8268 E info@crimsonphoenix.com.au
Rachel Gilbert BLAKE Long Fur Vest (Taupe as shown) $725
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We’ve always hesitated to stock animal fur at Crimson Phoenix but when we saw Rachel Gilbert’s winter warmer, the Blake Long Fur Vest, we just went wild! A divine knee length rabbit fur vest with hoodie – the ultimate in luxe outerwear. This fur real winter vest will transition you into any cold weather climate, keeping you toasty and chic. Pile over knits, skinny/slim-cut jeans to keep the silhouette balanced. Comes in black and taupe and there’s also Kearra, the shorter version sans hoodie. Hop to it!
Rachel Gilbert BLAKE Long Fur Vest (as shown in Black) $725
Rachel Gilbert Kearra (avail in Taupe and Black) $495
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In her latest autumn/winter collection entitled Peaceful Warrior, Rachel Gilbert has tossed some tougher elements in the mix of her collection of glam frocks. Watch for studded detailing, metallic beading and chunky gems to add an edge to your evening attire.
Rachel Gilbert EVA (available in navy) $595
RGS TRINITY (avail in blue) $520
Rachel Gilbert SURI (avail in black) $595
Rachel Gilbert MILLA (avail in black and navy) $245
Romance Was Born MOURNING DRESS (avail in white and black) $385
Romance Was Born gives a nod to the bold trend of exaggerated shouders this season with the Mourning Dress – a cotton t shirt dress with external padded shoulders and lace detailing.
With UP TO 40% OFF MOST SUMMER STOCK*, indulge on a frock or two for the holidays. Our amazing mix of designers include Lover, Camilla & Marc, Kate Sylvester, Rachel Gilbert, Gary Bigeni, Fleur Wood, Marnie Skillings and more!
Commences Thursday Dec 10, late night trading till 8pm on the first night of this fabulous sale! Enjoy bubbles and chocolates while you shop. Don’t forget the rest of Coventry Street is open for late night trade as well so this is the night to get into the spirit of holiday giving. There’s also free mini make overs with Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics (available 4pm-8pm) and 10% off skincare and cosmetics for one day only.
You know where we are – 298 Coventry Street, South Melbourne. Tel 03.9696.8268
Interstate and international phone orders welcome.
* Excludes laybys.
With beach holidays on the horizon, add wardrobe staples Skin & Thread’s super soft cotton jersey dresses and tees to your suitcase. We are loving their pastel candy striped dresses to throw over bathers.
Skin & Threads "Flounce Dress" (Pink Candy Stripe, Blue Candy stripe) $190
Skin & Threads Loose Tank (Pink Candy Stripe, Blue Candy Stripe) $80, Tuck Front Dress (Pink Candy Stripe, Blue Candy Stripe, Black) $140
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Look like the poolside princess in Valerie Tolosa’s Seraphina as you lounge by the cabana sipping mojitos with the girls. Her Chabeli strapless dress answers any call to evening festivities. Peaches is an everyday summer dress adorned on days spent lunching and shopping.
Valerie Tolosa "Seraphina" $280
Valerie Tolosa "Chabeli" $396 and "Peaches" $215
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So the mags say to to keep your holiday wardrobe packed smart and accessorize to dress up an attire! Bah! We are not opposed to stashing in a cocktail dress into the suitcase in case you get that last minute NYE invite on a yacht. Once again Rachel Gilbert has a scene stealing number; Coco gives a nod to the one shoulder trend complete with soft ruffles across the bodice while a beaded waistband accentuates a slim waist. Forget black, we especially love it in teal bringing colour to your holiday glam wardrobe.
Rachel Gilbert "Coco" $685
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Camilla & Marc Swimwear – 25% off!
Show off a sexy decolletage in Rachel Gilbert’s Matilda strapless lbd. Large gems at the waistband and cascading ruffle detail down the front add extra glitz and glamour.
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Rachel Gilbert "Matilda" $265
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For true romantics, Lover’s Lizzie Lace Insert Blouse make lace perfectly wearable everyday. Pair with jeans, a tuxedo jacket, flats. If the White Magic dress is not your thing, perhaps its equally exquisite and delicate sister Spellbound, might be. Offered in the same lace, this off shoulder dress also has ties to be worn as a halter neck. The layered, assymetrical hem can be worn loose or ruched at the hip. Wear with open toe or cut-out booties.
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Lover Lizzie Insert Blouse $352
Lover "Spellbound" (avail in cream) $759
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Last week’s heatwave (I classify anything above 29°C a heatwave) had me wishing my son’s super cute wading pool (complete with a mushroom shaped shade) could magically transform into a plunge pool for me to cool off. Perhaps I should buy a bigger wading pool so I can squeeze myself in it too. Bathing beauties can check out Camilla & Marc’s cossies in our October archive. Oh yes, don’t forget to slather on sun protection with Ultraceuticals Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF30+.
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Nate and the glorious wading pool
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Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF30+
Protects from Ultraviolet (UV) rays which damage and age the skin. A moisturising sun protector provides a defense system for your skin. Containing specific ingredients to protect against daily environmental damage. Suitable for all skin types.
Also available in tinted formulas.
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Our collaborative clearance sale is back on with huge discounts up to 80% off RRP. Now located at the old Cactus Jam Men’s store at 26 Albert Coate’s Lane, QV , Melbourne CBD. Past season and selected current stock on offer: ba&sh, Camilla & Marc, Kate Sylvester, Gary Bigeni, Dhini, Karen Walker, Karen Millen, Majestic, Talulah, Marnie Skillings and more.
When
Thursday 19 November 2009 – 31 January 2010
Trading Hours
Mon-Thurs 10-6
Fri 10-7
Sat 10-5.30
Sun 11.30-5
Rachel Gilbert’s Ella reminds me of sea coral with its delicately ruffled bust detail. Layers of soft tulle flow from under the bust flattering any body shape. Sara answers the dilemma of not being overdressed nor too casual for the festivities coming up. Honing into the one shoulder trend, it is perfectly chic and perfectly sexy without making you feel like a lit up Christmas tree. Don’t forget to bronze up the bare shoulder with little Lunar Dust from our Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics range.
Rachel Gilbert "Ella" (avail in purple, black, cream) $450
Rachel Gilbert "Sara" (avail in black, cream) $297
Talulah is in bloom. Little Wishes is a vintage inspired floral print bustier dress fresh for the summer. Daisy Chain and Azalea, a body con maxi and tank top feature intricate embroidery on the back.aDress up jeans or a sharp pencil skirt and a Two Little Pansies t-shirt with delicate flowers on each shoulder.
Talulah "Little Wishes" $289
Talulah "Daisy Chains Maxi" $159
Talulah "Azalea" $110
Talulah "Two Little Pansies" (avail in black, grey marle) $99
Youngblood Mineral Cosmetic Lunar Dust is a unique, light-reflecting mineral powder. Dusts onto the face, legs, shoulders and décolleté to create a luminous, Lunar glow. Can also be used as a seasonless bronzer. Available in 3 shimmering shades. 28 oz/8 g
Dedicated followers of Rachel Gilbert will be pleased to find one of their classic bedazzling cocktail dress revamped in the form of “Kikki”. We have them in teal and purple at Crimson Phoenix. Crystals are beautifully encrusted at the bodice and scalloped hem, making it the perfect lbd (little bling dress) to shine in this festive season.
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Rachel Gilbert "Kikki"
A big apology in advance. This one is a biggie as our blog has not been working properly and subscribers would not have received notifications of what’s new in store. You may want to check out September’s blogs for any you may have missed.
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Spring Racing is just around the corner and Crimson Phoenix has exquisite frocks from your favourite designers that will make you feel like the belle of the Carnival. Crimson Phoenix keep it’s doors open till 7pm on Thursdays and Fridays so there’s always time for our fillies to shop!
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For head wear, we love individually handcrafted Ward & Wylie fascinators by Lucy Giblin. Fillies celebrate colour with Lucy’s Indian inspired beaded and sequined Sari flower fascinators in rich hues. Stay tuned for pics!
Ward & Wylie "Sari Flowers"
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Bare one or bare both, shoulders are everywhere. We love Kate Sylvester’s Reptile dress in bold print and Camilla & Marc’s Zahra frock. Not to be outdone, style Lover’s floaty Bianca dresses off shoulder for a completely new take on this season’s covetable must-have .
Being a huge fan of Anne Rice’s Vampire literature and movies, I am not too ashamed to say I do like the Twilight movie saga though their intended audience is much younger… sigh… I am however not too old to be sporting Marnie Skillings’ New Vampire dress – a simple, sexy racer back maxi with soft ruffles down the side. Great with a pair of flat sandals for balmy nights on the beach or a pair of Louboutins for a night on the prowl. Robert Pattinson eat your heart out!
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How I long for a good stretch of warm sunny days! Though I know our reservoirs need the rain, I have been cooped up at home with bubs for the past seven and a half months. Little Nate is such a different baby when he’s out in the fresh air. Meanwhile for those of you about to jet off to the tropics, Camilla & Marc’s swim and resort collection has come ashore. Their resort collection includes light cotton mini and maxi dresses in sweet floral or animal prints.
Camilla & Marc "Bambi" mini dress in animal print
My late father, in his government posts, sported well tailored suits near seven days a week and boasted a collection of some 500 ties. Amongst his conservative wardrobe, he had a penchant bow ties which I found really quirky. A bow tie was one of the last gifts I ever gave to him. The apple doesn’t fall far from a tree so I love bows on bags, shoes and dresses. Rachel Gilbert puts a playful, youthful spin on her Talia dresses with a giant bow at the bodice.
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We hope to see you in store very soon!
It’s all glitz and glamour from Rachel Gilbert’s Spring/Summer 09 Whisper My Illusion collection.
Sabrina in violet
Sabrina in black
Stella available in violet
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Slip into Fleur Wood’s tulip print dresses and separates…
Tulip Print skirt and dress avail in summer sea and peach
With the cold weather upon us, our latest Lover’s Phillipa Capes has just arrived just in time. Other arrivals include the College blazers (long and cropped), Sorority blouses, Initiation bodysuit and get cozy in their Temple Fleece Hoody dresses.
Phillipa Capes available in black and cherry tartan
Sorority blouses available in black, dusk and black
College Blazers
Temple Fleece Hoodie (avail in grey marle and black), Initiation Bodysuit
Rachel Gilbert’s studded Phoenix leather jacket adds an edge over her adorable Zahara and Chelsea knitted dresses or any pretty frock.
Phoenix Leather Jacket
Zahara and Chelsea knit dresses
Knitted capes, clever cardis, printed tees from Natalie Wood.
Tuxedo Cardi
Knitted Cape
Other news:
Selected reductions in store: 30% off Crea knitwear, 40% off denim labels 4 Strokes and Hells Bells.
Winter woolies from Skin & Threads and Sabatini are now instore. Essentials include ribbed knitwear, chunky wrap cardiagns, light weight merino wool skivvys and crew necks and knitted dresses.
