5 Australian Fashion Brands at the Top of My Wish List

5 Australian Fashion Brands At The Top Of My Wishlist

Alice Hartwell

Spring appears to be, very slowly but surely, kicking into gear.. A rise in temps sets a style shift in force: out with the coats and long sleeves, in with the beachy, breathable and relaxed fits. No fashion culture captures this essence greater than brands hailing from the land of sun itself, Australia. These Aussie labels hitting the mainstream, optimistically, share a mutual commitment to sustainable production and responsible materials. Pair this with timeless, contemporary designs, and you have a capsule summer wardrobe to see you through a lifetime. Slather on the SPF 50—here’s 5 Australian luxury fashion brands filling up my wish list fast this season.

St. Agni

Most likely featured in the OOTD of your favourite, minimalist fashion influencer, St. Agni’s enduring, elevated designs never fail to hit the mark. Relaxed yet refined, their pieces are expertly crafted to last with conscious materials and transparent, ethical supply chains.

Deiji Studios

The brand that defines comfort—allow me to introduce you to Deiji Studios. I was lucky enough to snag one of their sets second-hand on Depop a few months back, and have essentially lived in it every time the sun comes out. Specialising in OEKO-TEX® certified loungewear-meets-daywear sets, their simplistic, no-fuss garms serve as core pieces for regular rotation in any summer wardrobe.

Friend of Audrey

Founded in Sydney, this label seeks to deliver collections that forever stay in style, with its namesake honouring the iconic timelessness of Audrey Hepburn. Each considered collection takes an innovative twist on classic silhouettes, creating an unfailingly stylish uniform for the modern woman.

CLEA

Founded in Melbourne by designer Natasha Gordon, CLEA is a premium womenswear label built on impeccable cut, finish and restraint. Known for its modern approach to classic silhouettes, the brand strikes a confident balance between masculine and feminine, clean and textural, strength and softness. With a focus on thoughtful production and local manufacturing where possible, CLEA creates refined wardrobe staples designed to be worn, loved and returned to well beyond a single season.

Zimmerman

If you’re ready to welcome the trending Chloé-esque boho vibes this season, Zimmerman has you taken care of. Curators of “the perfect beach wardrobe”, natural fibres are used in 70% of the label’s collections, so while there’s room for improvement, Zimmerman demonstrates a clear dedication to a sustainable output.