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In the past, Australians have largely been disregarded internationally in many creative industries, pushed aside for bigger and greater names.  But not for bigger ideas.  In fashion and design our time is now, as the next generation of creative types make their mark.  An ever-expanding influence, highly original ideas and experimentation in design are their trademark.  Carly Hunter is no exception.

Perth-born and Melbourne-based, Hunter’s designs reflect feelings of minimalism and an obsession with perfect symmetry.  Experimentation in cut, contrasts in texture and a clearly defined juxtaposition of strength and elegance see Hunter’s collections remain distinct, but consistently considered.  A graduate of the Western Australian School of Art Design and Media, Hunter’s collections have been shown at both the Perth and L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festivals.

Her signature silken drapes possess this geometric hold; while her pieces may appear somewhat simple in cut, Hunter’s designs hide strong shaping and a clear consideration of form.  A favoured use of silk also means her work complements what is underneath, with a sheerness that adds a powerful layer of depth to traditional anatomy.  This is what good fashion and design is all about: consideration of both the form, and the extension of, the individual.  

Hunter's relaxed designs sit at the vanguard of Australian fashion, distinct in their reflections of the human form and approach to geometric sophistication.  And lucky for us, her drapery and individuality is finally getting the attention it deserves.