She’s done it again!

We can always rely on Dame Vivienne to bring out a strong, sexy and masculine collection to dress our boys in…can’t wait to see him in that dapper suit!

In store today.

Preen softens their silhouette this season, but still manages to keep you feeling sexy with waist cinching belts and backless numbers.

Thea Bragazzi and Justin Thornton’s inspiration for this collection was believe it or not, gentlemen’s dressing gowns. Paisley woven silks and blue, checked chiffon are interpreted into knee length winged dresses and ultra elegant pyjama pants.

The only catch? These pieces are too good to sleep in!

Inspired by an outing to Boscastle Museum of Witchcraft in Cornwall, Luella is coming over all wichity and folkloric this season. A light-hearted peasanty vibe also bounces through, with pretty 70’s silhouettes in bandana print silks, muslin gypsy shirts and cowgirl checks.  Jewel coloured, ribbon head bands and eyeball charms hanging from bag handles complete the witchy vs girl-next-door look.

Now in store.

As we like to let you in on the good stuff at the same time as everybody else in the world, The Viridi-anne AW08-09 collection is now instore.

Keep an eye out for the light weight, cotton shirts and the ever stylish, military detailed suits, perfect for that special occasion.

Any one travelling to a colder climate over the Christmas break should ask to see the coat collection. There are too many to go into details, but all carry the signature Viridi-anne look, sophisticated, dark and edgy.

And for those of you who want to go all out, two words…leather pants.

Must be seen!

From the designer behind N.HOOLYWOOD, Daisuke Obana, for the first time in Australia, MISTER HOLLYWOOD is now available at Dilettante.

You can see by turning one of his dinner jackets inside out, just how important details are to Mister Obana. Each and every pattern piece and pocket is labeled with its appropriate name, while the lining is a sheer fabric, allowing the owner to admire the inner workings. Or wear it inside out and show it off to your friends.

For all you new romantics out there, Blaak’s new collection entitled Buffalo Soldier is in store now.

Be sure to check out the accessories which include a collaboration with Oliver Goldsmith for Sunglasses and felt beatnick style hats in jewel colours.

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Hussein Chalayan’s difussion line, Chalayan is now available at dilettante.

www.husseinchalayan.com

The new collection of RomanceWasBorn is in store now.

www.romancewasborn.com

MATERIALBYPRODUCT was founded by Susan Dimasi and Chantal McDonald in 2002. As designers they see each collection as the next step in developing process, analysing and interrogating that which cloth will undergo to become a garment, rather than simply sewing pieces of fabric together.

As inventors, MATERIALBYPRODUCT has designed new ways for cutting, joining, marking, draping and tailoring cloth; all the fundamentals of garment making that are often overlooked or worked through with standard and habitual processes.

MATERIALBYPRODUCT exclusive to DILETTANTE

www.materialbyproduct.com

Ben Pollit, the designer behind the label Friedrich Gray hails from Sydney.

During the recent RAFW, his much anticipated show lived up to its expectations as The Next Big Thing. He draws his influence from the music of Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds and experimental bands including the Liar. His unique style philosophy has caught the attention of buyers and media alike. Pollit’s style sensibilities are dark and distinctive, equally coveted by the black lain hipsters and high-end stylists.

Friedrich Gray’s “sophisticated deconstructivism” masterfully integrates clashing styles to form collections that are both innovative and wearable.

Friedrich Gray in store now.

www.friedrichgray.com