Alexandra Owen

SS13 Show at Blue Sky

Alexandra — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 20:44:12 +0000

After many months of work we released our SS13 collection on Tuesday night at Showroom 22′s 10th anniversary event entitled ‘Blue Sky’.

Makeup and Hair for the AO show was spectacular with MAC’s Sarika Patel creating a dewy skinned cat-eye look which she described as ‘Ath-elite’.

Stephen Marr’s Lauren Gunn created one of our favourite catwalk looks ever with her interpretation of an 80′s roll.

Here are some of our favourite looks of the night. Photos by Richard Symons.

Huge thanks to MAC, Stephen Marr and Showroom 22.

Stephen Marr’s Lauren Gunn talks runway hair

Alexandra — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 22:17:03 +0000

Stephen Marr’s Lauren Gunn has become a force within the NZ hair industry, and recently attended NYFW to work on hair for some of the world’s best brands.

Lauren and Stephen Marr have supported Alexandra Owen since some of our very first NZFW shows, and we are thrilled to be united with them for our SS13 show for Tuesday’s Blue Sky event. Here, Lauren talks about doing runway, favourite products and what’s in store for our show.

What do you love about doing hair for runway?

When I‘m creating a look for the runway, a bunch of elements come into play. The hair needs to feel as much a part of the collection as fabrics and silhouettes, embodying the essence and energy of the collection, and enhancing its story without drawing attention away from the garments.

With a runway look, a style is reproduced on up to around 20 girls, each with their own particular brand of beauty, which means that although they are rocking the same hairstyle, subtle touches are necessary to really bring out their individual features.

Runway is a rush to produce, it takes a lot of organization to bring a team together and bring about a great outcome. Working with a team that is focused and skilled, creating a successful show for the designer, making girls look beautiful and introducing a new look to the world; these are the things that keep me coming back for more.

What have been some of your most memorable moments doing shows?

Always the greatest moment is standing at the front of the lineup moments before the show begins and the first beats of the music kick in. The girls are looking amazing and the excitement is palpable.

What’s new in hair right now?

New right now, short fringes or no fringes. Low ponytails and tight buns. Deep dark reds and peachey blondes. Shine, shine, shine.

What products are you loving?

That is too hard! I am a product fiend. I will have an ample stash of Sebastian gels and hair lacquers and shine sprays on hand at the show.

What sort of look are you doing for the Alexandra Owen show?

Alexandra’s clothes always have an aristocratic touch to them. I’ll be sweeping the hair up for a clean line at the nape, the shape will be strong and simple with a light 80’s interpretation of a classic French roll.

Stay tuned for more coverage of tonight’s Blue Sky event!!

MAC Cosmetics’ Sarika Patel talks makeup and keying the look for our upcoming SS13 show

Alexandra — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:38:24 +0000

MAC Cosmetics have come on board to sponsor our upcoming show at Showroom 22′s Blue Sky event this Tuesday. MAC have been a key partner for Alexandra Owen ever since our early showings at NZFW. As always Tatum Savage’s NZ team do a terrific job and we are extremely excited about this season’s new look. Here’s what MAC Cosmetics artist Sarika Patel had to say about makeup and keying the Alexandra Owen look for SS13.

What do you love about doing makeup for runway?

I love experimenting with the current makeup trends and learning new techniques from other MAC artists who are very inspiring!

What have been some of your most memorable moments doing shows?

I will never forget applying makeup to a models legs that were covered in bruises from a wall that fell on her!

What’s happening in makeup right now?

Beauty is back! Its all about the skin being ultra-luminous with a sporty fresh feel.

What products are you loving?

I am obsessed with our new MAC Prep and Prime Skin Smoother! It’s like Photoshop in a compact!

What sort of look are you doing for the Alexandra Owen show?

The skin is creamy and pared-back, with a structured liquid liner, very ‘Ath-Elite’!

Stay tuned for more news on our SS13 collection and the Blue Sky show!!

Busy busy

Alexandra — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 11:03:26 +0000

We are currently working away to complete our new SS13 collection which we are launching on April 24.
I am most excited about doing our first runway show since 2010, which our PR agency Showroom 22 is putting on as part of their 10th anniversary.
In any case I am sorry about the lack of posts lately on the blog, it’s life in a bubble right now until deadline.
There will be much to read about very soon so stay posted!

Alexandra

Linda Clark in AO on this week’s Listener cover!

Alexandra — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 01:24:59 +0000

We are extremely honoured that Linda Clark, one of NZ’s most inspiring women, is wearing entirely Alexandra Owen on the cover of this week’s Listener.

She looks amazing in AW12′s ‘Pocket Shirt’, an Ascot Coat and Golfer Pant from SS12.

Inside the mag she talks about her career change from political editor and presenter to lawyer. An amazing lady who we all have so much admiration for here at Alexandra Owen.

Wear it like Marilyn

Alexandra — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:36:45 +0000

After seeing the ‘My Week with Marylin’ I was taken by her high-waisted pencil skirt and blouse look. It’s effortlessly glamourous, and I am now planning on wearing the look out to dinner this weekend.

Here’s the look from Marylin….

And here are a few looks you can do with our latest arrivals….

Pocket Shirt in Blush (also avail in Silver, Camel, Navy) and Bridge Skirt in 'Winters Tale' (also avail in Black tweed)

Sliver Blouse in Khaki (also avail in Brick and Navy) and Gatsby Skirt in Black

Visit us in store for our classic white shirts for a more classic look.

Alexandra

Alexandra Owen Loves Wellington

Alexandra — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 01:03:25 +0000

Recently we were asked by The Denizen online magazine www.thedenizen.co.nz to produce a short clip about the things we love about Wellington. We quickly contacted our long time collaborator Simon Wilson. This is the result.

For the techno geeks out there this film was shot entirely on the Canon 5D.

Alexandra Owen loves Wellington from Alexandra Owen on Vimeo.

New Arrivals!!

Alexandra — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 20:00:03 +0000

We have just had a huge delivery of AW12! Here’s a peek at what has arrived. There is much much more in store. Be in super quick as this collection is flying!

Sherlock Jacket in Camel, Tailors Pant

Pimms Jumper in Navy (Also Avail in Green, Grey and Black) and Gatsby Skirt in Brick (also avail in Olive, Grey, Black)

Sliver Blouse in Khaki (also avail in Brick and Navy) and Gatsby Skirt in Black

Sherlock Jacket in Grey/Navy and Slice Pant in Camel (also avail in Brick, Navy)

Pocket Shirt in Blush (also avail in Camel, Navy) and Bridger Skirt in 'Winters Tale' (also avail in Black tweed)

Common Magazine

Alexandra — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 19:47:35 +0000

Common is a new magazine founded by talented designer Matt Smith. The magazine is due out soon and needs the community’s support to give it a boost to market.

Many design and industry luminaries are involved: Murray Crane, Jamie Mclellan, Alexandra Dodds. There’s even a very candid interview with my husband and I, where we opened up about our business as never before!

It will be a unique and interesting magazine, put together by clever people.

They have opened a Pledge Me account to take donations of support. Every dollar counts so pledge that if you can! https://www.pledgeme.co.nz/Crowd/Details/125

Alexandra

Alexandra Owen- New Wakefield St Flagship

Alexandra — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 22:32:50 +0000

After a few months of renovations, our Wakefield St Flagship has a beautiful new face. Designed and built by James Whitta (aka Mr Owen), the space is twice the size with a beautiful new feeling of luxury and calm.

Simon Wilson collated a charming video of our new space. We hope you will come and see it for yourselves.