Melbourne fashion

Tucked away in Campbell Arcade, underneath bustling Flinders Street, The Cats Meow has been making itself cozy since 2002 when Karen Bjornenak and Kylie Golsby-Smith first set up shop with their two labels, Kylie’s namesake Kylie-Jane, and Karen’s Berserk Clothing. Today, the independent clothing store has expanded to include around twenty other fashion, accessory and textile designers from Melbourne and Australia. Ranging from one-off original pieces, to practical everyday fashions, the garments and accessories from The Cats Meow always offer something a little bit different from the ordinary, and customers have come to expect attention to detail, originality and ‘real girl’ sizing. Because Karen and Kylie support independent businesses that care about quality and about people, The Cats Meow only stocks garments and accessories designed and made in Australia using registered companies and workers. This more hands-on approach to clothing design means production runs are small and stock arrives weekly so there is always a reason to venture underground!

Shop 9, Campbell Arcarde, Degraves St Subway, Melbourne.
Telephone : (03) 9654 3011
Website: www.thecatsmeow.com.au

Empire Vintage is the result of Lyn Gardener’s life long passion for collecting the eclectic, fossicking for the fabulous, and striving for the ultimate in glamour and design. Initially a boutique shop selling authentic vintage furniture, fashion and curiosities, Empire Vintage has expanded to offer clients a whole range of services and opportunities! Furniture and location hire - unique custom made products – interior decorating consultancy.

63 Cardigan Place, Albert Park
Telephone : (03) 9682 6677
Website: www.empirevintage.com.au

Catherine Manuell Design offers a large range of designer, wild fabric, up-front fashion accessories throughout Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, the USA & Europe. The products include: stand-out travel luggage, day bags with a difference, wild wallets, 3D products and corporate goods with a twist – let’s look at something other than black! There are also beautiful scarves and a variety of winter and Spring Carnival hats. These are products that are perfect for yourself or as gifts.

273 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
Telephone : (03) 9671 4545
Website: www.catherinemanuelldesign.com