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FT Russell & Co. – authentic bespoke tailoring now in Perth
F.T.RUSSELL & CO.
Bespoke Tailors & Shirtmakers
Perth – Australia
www.ftrussell.com.au
F. T. Russell & Co. offer a new approach to quintessential fine tailoring and shirt making and they are now in Perth.
Theirs is a personalised bespoke service that surpasses the standard tailoring outfitters. Together with sourcing the best cloth in the world, each piece is handcrafted for both male and female clients.
F.T. Russell & Co.’s philosophy is all about quality, being unique and tailoring to the individual whilst being committed to providing unrivalled service.
Originally from Melbourne Director Fiona Sofo saw the necessity to serve Perth’s savvy suit wearers. This is a chance for clients to step up from off the racks suits. “You can now have a personalised piece that fits exclusively to you without having to fly to Melbourne or Sydney” says Sofo.
“Our service is about providing you with an item of clothing of exceptional cut and fit. This gives you the ultimate in comfort you won’t receive with a ready to wear suit, in a style of your choice and of a fabric that is simply the very best available.
Our cloths are sourced directly from some of the oldest and most respected merchants in England and Scotland names such as Holland and Sherry, Scabal, Dugdale Bros, Harrison’s of Edinburgh and Acorn. These companies have a rich history of supplying the world’s best tailors for nearly 200 years.”
F. T. Russell & Co. have secured exclusive arrangements with these merchants, meaning they are now available for the first time in Perth!
Experience personal tailoring services by making an appointment at appointments@ftrussell.com.au
For further information please contact. 
Fiona Sofo - Director
Email: fiona@ftrussell.com.au
Tel: 0422 288 894
Aurawoman
Meet Aurawoman, a group of fabulous concept stores dressing Perth in style
Aura Woman was born 7 years ago when sisters Anastasia Brotherson and Tara Fowles opened their Subiaco store in 2004 – incredibly the company went from concept to reality in five weeks! The sisters recognised a niche in the boutique fashion scene and were quick to capture this specialised market, aiming to bring the women of Perth unique and flattering clothing to suit all shapes and sizes. Catering for petite to plus size clothing, maternity wear and beyond, the Aura Woman philosophy for creating innovative fashion for individual women has remained a key brand statement over the past seven years, and since opening their second store in Applecross in early 2007.
The team at Aura aim to provide the best shopping experience for the fashion conscious women of Perth, with extra care taken from the buying stage (every style bought for the stores is hand selected and tried on numerous body shapes to ensure the best and most flattering fit – emphasis is put on buying pieces that are flattering, made in the best quality fabrications and that are unique) right through to the personal customer service given by the staff in store including one on one styling for each and every woman.
We run VIP launches for new season ranges, styling sessions by our in-house stylists and have a brilliant loyalty program to that rewards our regular clients and keeps them up to date with the latest news and sales – all aimed at providing a shopping experience that is enjoyable from beginning to end…because we believe that every woman has the right to look and feel beautiful, no matter what shape or stage in her life she may be.
Stocked at Aurawoman
From classic to kitsch – Perth Stores we love!
We interviewed the owners of some Perth stores we love. Here are their stories…
Ruck Rover General Store
(We love them because they are two sisters doing it for themselves.)
Back in 2005 sisters (and best friends) Claire and Isabelle had one of those wouldn’t-it-be-fun-if-we-opened-a-shop conversations. I’m sure you know the kind… gushing comments like ‘we could work for ourselves and do whatever we want!’, ‘we could play any music that takes our fancy all day long!’, ‘we could buy everything that we love for our store and get to play with the coolest products around!’. Then they started planning it. You know, just for fun. And then, all of a sudden, they realised that this pipe dream was actually achievable, and if they were going to do it they should do it right away.
Ruck Rover is one of Mt Lawley's cool hangouts
In October 2006 their little shop opened its doors, bringing in a host of lovely customers who have, over the last two years, also become their friends.
While their list of suppliers has grown over that time they have remained true to their aim of supporting small, independent designers from all over the world and offering the folk of Perth, Western Australia something unique.
After two years, and many phone orders from people around the globe wanting to get their hands on particular items, Claire and Isabelle thought it was time they made it easier for interstate and international shoppers, and busy locals, to buy their wares through an online store.
While starting as primarily a clothing store, with jewellery, bags and wallets and some other accessories on the side, as well as baby clothes, the sisters have slowly expanded their wares to include stationery, zines, other publications, scarves, sneakers and homewares.
Their love of Polaroid and instant photography meant that they became Polaroid stockists some years ago. Mainly as a way to have a steady supply of film for themselves and their friends! After Polaroid ceased production of many of the films, they picked up the Impossible brand films for those that just cannot do without. We still have some expired Polaroid film in stock, too!
This month, Ruck Rover are teaming up with Outré gallery for a special gocco print demonstration as part of Outskirts. To mark the occasion, they have printed a limited edition tee shirt featuring a design by Perth artist Creepy, who is part of a gocco print exhibition at Outré and also in Ruck Rover’s little art space, during late September / early October.
They are doing a special run of their own men’s tee shirts in time for Christmas, with some fun designs.
Facade Boutique
(We love what they’ve done with their website and we love that Rosie the owner’s dog visits the boutique!)
1. Have you always worked in fashion?
No!! I lived and worked in Melbourne for 25 years and flew as air crew for Ansett for 23 years. Always had an interest in fashion and also exposed to fashion on my world travels.
2. How did Facade come about?
The business opportunity presented itself when I returned to Perth to live after being in the East.
3. What are the things you value most in your business? What makes Façade special?
My wonderful staff and our beautiful customers. Façade is special as we form a personal relationship with our customers as personalised service is our priority. Being a small business and all staff involved with the buying we have the opportunity in selecting specific garments and key pieces for our customers.
Inside Facade's Bayview Terrace store
4. Who are your favourite designers/features in your stores?
Mela Purdie for our Travel Wear
Brax, Betty Barclay and Michelle – all labels from Germany
Frank Lyman who is a French Canadian designer
And of course we offer quite a few more labels in store
5. Any plans/events/projects coming up?
We have just had a Mela Purdie workshop but we do have our Annual Fashion Parade in April every year and all proceeds collected are donated to the Cancer Council of WA.
We have a Spring Market Day coming up in Old Theatre Lane and is being held on Saturday 8th October in Old Theatre Lane and all the shops are participating in some way.
Bluebird Vintage
(We love this Aladdin’s cave of vintage wonders.)
My partner Steven and I have been hunting and collecting for almost 10 years now, and we finally decided last year to hang up our shingle as Bluebird Vintage, purveyors of vintage goodness! We called the shop Bluebird because of my penchant for enamel bluebird jewellery, and it’s also a sailor tattoo to symbolise distance travelled .. which I like, seeing as we procure unique items from near and far.
My experience is predominantly antiques and collectables, but my love for vintage fashion has taken over the shop, so Bluebird has ended up an eclectic mix of pretty frocks, retro homewares, old world curios and pop culture kitsch. We don’t have a great deal of space, but I think the stock is really well-selected, with emphasis on sought after items like1950′s dresses, 1950′s Ray-Ban cat’s eye sunglasses, deco lucite bags and costume jewellery.
What I love about vintage clothing is not just the sustainability and recycling aspect, but the fun and romance attached to finding and adapting these one-of-a-kind gems to your wardrobe. It’s like the clothes themselves take a little trip, changing along the way with different owners. There’s such nostalgic charm in the tailoring, fabulous fabrics and also provenance of vintage clothing, from a delicate beaded 1930′s gown to a bedazzled denim 80′s playsuit. It’s awesome, and if the fashion industry’s current love affair with retro-styling is any indication, old is the new new!
Tiny wonders at Bluebird Vintage
Tips for clients seeking wedding photographers
As a photographer I’m often asked about wedding photography and although this is outside New Work’s services, there are some general tips I give clients seeking wedding photographers. While we don’t do weddings, we DO do Style Shoots and mock fashion shoots for hens days/nights! But here are the wedding photography tips…
- Check that the photographer you’re getting is the one whose work you like on the website – sometimes there’s more than one photographer and they don’t all have the same standard/style
- Make sure you get a meeting with your photographer to discuss your ideas/needs before you commit
- You should be able to find one that will include a CD of all your images for you to keep
- Try to find examples and key words of what you like to give to the photographer and check that they have the right idea of what you want (communication!!)
- You should be given a contract or terms of sale to sign beforehand so you are clear what you are getting. Even though you can’t redo your wedding day if you don’t like the photos, there should still be some sort of guarantee
- Try to pick a photographer who specialises in weddings or is really strong in them. Don’t choose a cheaper option that does generic photography because weddings may not be their passion. To capture the emotion of the day you need someone sensitive to this
- Careful with friends recommendations – look at their pictures, as it may not be that what they like is what you like
- Decide whether you want more candid ‘photojournalistic’ shots, arty images or traditional/fun posed ones and find a photographer that specialises in the style you like
- If possible, book your videographer separate – to get a really good film of the wedding you want someone who specialises in this.
- Usually you get what you pay for, but sometimes photography is a rip off. Smaller, boutique businesses may give better value for money because more time can be given to each client’s project, since there are fewer clients
