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Friday, September 13, 2013
Monday, September 9, 2013
Five minutes with burlesque performer Leopard Lass
LeopardLass (also known as JustAbby) is an aerial performer, burlesque dancer and roving entertainer. We spent five minutes with this larger-than-life artist about the things she treasures.
What are your five favourite things at home?
1. The Lady Gaga portrait in my bedroom. I had it commissioned by an SA artist, Marcus Rumbelow, with my favourite lyric of hers: 'Russian roulette is not the same without a gun'. It reminds me that if you're going to do something, do it properly.
2. My antique writing bureau/bookcase. It was the first piece of furniture I bought for myself after separating from my husband.
3. My clothes! Hung on racks at either side of the wooden French doors of my bedroom. They're filled to the brim with costume pieces, leotards, leather, feathers, lace, sequins, scarves and everything else in between!
4. My kitchen. It's where it all happens. Complete with dark slate floors and wooden table that my Mum rubbed back and varnished for me, it's where I hang out with my kids, family and friends overlooking the (terribly overgrown!) backyard.
5. The front door. I'm not a home-body (I'm out more than at home, with work, performances and general swanning about), but I like it for no other reason other than it symbolises being home.
What are your top five professional moments?
1. Performing in my first Adelaide Fringe event in 2012 with an aerial routine to a sellout crowd. Talk about a BUZZ!
2. Finishing 4th in the South Australian final of the Miss Burlesque Australia competition in 2013.
3. Being chosen to perform (burlesque) for a UK production during the Adelaide Fringe in 2014, among performers from the UK and Europe.
4. Being invited back to rove/perform for Adelaide Vintage Expo in 2013, after the inaugural Expo in 2012.
5. Being introduced to the LizardMan, whilst in full "snake" bodypaint. His face was priceless and I was grinning from ear to ear.
What are your top five cheat day foods?
1. Fries! I love them!
2. An iced coffee from The Corner Store on Semaphore. Fresh espresso, vanilla ice cream and full cream milk served in a chilled milkshake tin.
3. Any dessert from Devour Dessert Bar on Prospect Road.
4. Pizza from Etica on Gilles Street in the city.
5. I'm a sucker for a good burger too! OH! And onion rings!
What are the top five hazards of your job?
There's only one, and I don't think of it as a hazard but falling.
My tip: don't fall!
Name five moments you wish hadn't happened.
I really try not to focus on the negative. If you do, you will always pick apart a performance/scenario and skip over what you did well... It's about learning from the bits you didn't like/didn't do so well in and moving on. Forwards and upwards. Forever Fabulous!
See more of Leopard Lass' work on Facebook.
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Saturday, September 7, 2013
Jane's House in Castlemaine
Last Monday, my dear friend Catherine & I went on a day trip to Castlemaine to visit a friend who was generous enough to let us peek at their vintage collection. I have no photos of her collection at the moment, but may be doing another trip soon for the purpose of a future blog post.
This post is about another friend of mine who also lives in Castlemaine, by the name of Jane, who is part owner of vintage etc which is also in Castlemaine. Jane has an interior design background and has owned vintage stores in England, but now lives in Australia, which proves she has good taste!
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| I wanted to take this vintage horse home with me! |
When I first stepped into Jane's new place, I felt like I was still in her shop! I loved Jane's confidence in using furniture that was not quite finished or had parts missing.
I seriously need to think about moving to Castlemaine! Not sure if I'd like the commute to my store at South Melbourne Market though!
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Friday, September 6, 2013
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Klopper
Writer, designer and store owner Jenny Lyon talks to us about her business in and around the South Melbourne Market. Klopper is a quirky gift and homeware store located in the South Melbourne Market that focuses on Australian-made products. With many of the other traders here, Klopper shares a sustainable philosophy. Jenny sources stunning locally-made decorative products, at times you wouldn't believe they're made with recycled materials.
What sort of products and/or services can we expect from you, and how do you source them?
I am trying to stick with local design with a bit of vintage stuff thrown in. It's actually a bit tricky - I always want to offer something fresh to my darling customers, but Melbourne is a small place. There are only so many people making things. I tend to stick with a few ripper lines that everyone knows I carry, and then mix it up with funny little things I have found at the local fête.How does working within the SO:ME Space enhance your business, and what are the best aspects of the space?
I am not actually within that space, but I have found that since the SO:ME Space has opened, we have a younger, foxier crowd at the market!
Why would you advocate visitors to the space?
Because there's great things to buy, and it's pretty good people watching too.
What is your professional background?
What is your professional background?
I am a contributing editor at Green Magazine- I edit the Upfront section, which focuses on beautiful sustainable design to inspire our readers. I LOVE my job.
Where do you think we're going with regards to the way we shop? Are we pulling back from the cheap thrills of online buying? Are we moving back to the notion of supporting local trade easily, or is it a battle?
Where do you think we're going with regards to the way we shop? Are we pulling back from the cheap thrills of online buying? Are we moving back to the notion of supporting local trade easily, or is it a battle?
I truly believe that people just love a story and if you can offer a background story to whatever they're looking at - they'll love it! They don't have to even buy it, but they'll appreciate that story, and next time they need something they might come and see you. Good personal service will win every time, I reckon.
Tell us the things you most love about Melbourne?
It's really boring, but I just love the changing weather here. I grew up in Perth and it is pretty consistent over there - not many surprises. Melbourne's weather is so changeable - it actually causes people to lose their marbles. It's unseasonably warm at the moment and the general public have lost it, I saw bikini tops and hot-pants today. So funny.
Klopper, 322 Coventry Street, South Melbourne Market, Victoria
+61 408 039 299
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Sunday, September 1, 2013
Your Style = Street Style + Adelaide Vintage Expo
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