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1891. VOLUME 02
curated style since 1891
Dusk to Dawn
DI ON LEE
H AS ARRIVED
MIC H EL L E J A N K
X RU B Y - J EA N
A UT UM N
W I NT E R ' 1 4
As we welcome Dion Lee to Strand
Arcade, the ingenious designer reveals
his latest inspirations and the design
of his new store.
Super stylist Michelle Jank
teams with the enigmatic model
Ruby-Jean Wilson to create an
intriguing Winter’s tale.
We pinpoint the best new
season looks and zero in on
the quintessential pieces for
the cooler months ahead.
THIS EDITION OF 1 891 BE L ONG S TO:
1891
One of the greatest joys of my job is being able to bring together
my favourite collaborators to make a creative project happen. I
have known Pierre since I was at university in Perth. He has such
a great eye, I love the spirit of his photographs. It was lovely to
be able to show some more of his personal work as backgrounds
in the Winter story.
I really enjoyed working with the retailers at Strand Arcade. It
makes you realise in such a venerated historical building, the
pleasure of old-fashioned wandering and discovery of tangible,
beautiful things.
A U T U M N
W I N T E R
IT’S ABOUT LIGHT
I am always fascinated by light, the movement of light, refraction,
shadows, how light affects an environment in Summer and
Winter, fabric, colour, people... it’s the first thing that hits me
when I get off the plane coming home. Australia has the most
incredible light, astonishingly bright. That always makes me smile
upon my return.
2014
As the days get darker and we brace for Winter’s chill,
designers are making their mark with some of the finest and
most luxurious finishes in a pale palette of creamy tones. The
mood is decadent but ever so cosy as designers pay particular
attention to texture and romantic silhouettes that are long and
languid or artfully layered.
THE CURATOR
The theme of light is only fitting when you consider that
Strand Arcade was the first building in Sydney city to be
illuminated by electric light. Its revolutionary architecture and
design made it both a beacon of ingenuity and a magical
destination for the night-time crowds. Looking forward, that
legacy continues to inspire as we celebrate all that is original,
unique and of the moment.
MICHELLE
JANK
People, always inspire me. I love art exhibitions and try to see
as many as I can. I find it liberating and inspiring seeing artists
work. I think that’s why I love collaboration, I take great joy in
sharing the creative experience and sharing in the magic that
they do.
I asked my team to answer some questions... I hope it gives you a
little window into their world.
instagram
@michelle_jank
THE ART OF
LIGHT
One of the first Victorian-era buildings in Sydney,
Strand Arcade was designed to take into account
the harsh Australian climate. Its roof was made of
specially tinted glass to reduce glare and the top floor
was designed to shade the lower levels. But perhaps
its most illustrious and revolutionary feature became
apparent only at night. The building was lit by two
enormous chandeliers and electric lamps using an
innovative gas and electric system. Strand Arcade
was the first building in Sydney city illuminated by
electric light, the result was magical and garnered the
arcade many accolades.
We couldn’t help but be captivated by the great collaborative
work of our curator Michelle Jank and her team including
model Ruby-Jean Wilson and photographer Pierre Toussaint.
Together, their dynamic vision resulted in a series of
wonderfully compelling images that highlight the key moods
of the season.
We hope you enjoy this Volume of 1891.
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“
Reality is to be
found in lightness
& darkness.
THE MODEL
THE PHOTOGRAPHER
RUBY-JEAN
WILSON
PIERRE
TOUSSAINT
M: It’s all about the light for me... what does light mean to you?
M: It’s all about the light for me... what does light mean to you?
R: I think light plays a big part in bringing out the beauty in things
that may otherwise go amiss. Like when you catch that perfect
moment of the sky as the sun is going down. In photography of
course light plays a huge part in setting a mood for the image.
P: Pretty much everything... it’s how we communicate mood,
style and much more. I think light should always complement
the subject. I have become a big fan of negative lighting... taking
light away rather than adding, gives a naturalness that often gets
lost when people over do it.
M: What inspires you on your creative journey?
PABLO
PICASSO
Image courtesy of: Sydney Mail, September 1892
COVER OUTFIT:
D R ES S (custom made)
/ Dion Lee
/ See store for details
/ Level 1
N EC K LA C E
/ COTA
/ Level 2 / $560
R: A lot of things. Music, colour, people! I love learning about
and referencing certain eras especially when it comes to fashion.
I look at a lot of fashion imagery online, in magazines and love
watching old movies. People who have their own sense of style
and that aren’t afraid to be different or go against the grain.
M: What inspires you on your creative journey?
P: Films, books, magazines… printed matter.
M: What never fails to catch your eye?
M: What never fails to catch your eye?
R: Great shoes!
P: Late light. Suburban glamour. I’ve noticed recently through
editing a lot of personal images that I must be drawn to blue
things... seems like my entire personal work at the moment is in
a cold colour palette.
instagram
@rubyjean_wilson
instagram
@pierretoussaint
the building was lit
by two enormous
chandeliers and
electric lamps
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O
ur second edition of 1891 is focused on the idea of
“light” and the thrill of discovering something or
someone entirely new – that burst of brightness that
recharges the soul.
LOOK WHO'S TALKING
INSPIRATION
D R ES S
/ Scanlan Theodore
/ Level 1 / $800
EA R R I N GS (top to bottom)
/ Tresors
/ Level G / $125, $195, $195
N EC K LA C ES (top to bottom)
/ Tresors
/ Level G / $325, $295,
$325, $395, $1,200
T
here’s nothing apologetic or
discreet about the season’s
best jewels. From the
unmissable, shimmering
flash of a crystal-bedecked ear cuff
and the vampish elegance of weighty
gold rings to the elegant refinement
of a museum-worthy necklace. These
statement pieces give any look an
intriguing sense of drama. The only
rule? More is more: pile on earrings
and necklaces without inhibition and
stack bangles in bold groupings to
create a supercharged look befitting
any radiant heroine.
BRACE LE T
/ Love and Hatred
/ Level 1 / $1,300
GOLD RING
/ Zappacosta Jewels
/ Level 2 / $500
SKULL RING
/ Love and Hatred
/ Level 1 / $1,300
W HITE GOLD RING
/ Zappacosta Jewels
/ Level 2 / $1,350
PORTRAIT
OF A
LADY
TAHITIAN P E ARL RINGS
/ Zappacosta Jewels
/ Level 2 / from $750
P E ARL & BLACK NE CKLACE S
/ COTA
/ Level 2 / $680ea
NIGHT GARDE N
TOURMALINE & DIAMOND RING
/ Victoria Buckley Jewellery
/ Level 1 / POA
DIAMOND RING
/ Dustins Jewellers
/ Level G / $26,400
GRE E N SAP P HIRE RING
/ Victoria Buckley Jewellery
/ Level 1 / $14,880
AME THYST
& SP INE L RINGS
/ Rox Gems & Jewellery
/ Level G / from $2,800
DR E S S
/ Scanlan Theodore
/ Level 1 / $1,000
D R ES S
/ Leona Edmiston
/ Level 1 / $445
DI A M O ND C HO K E R
/ Love and Hatred
/ Level 1 / $25,000
EA R R I N GS
/ Duo
/ Level G / $75
DI A M O ND NE C K L A C E
/ Dustins Jewellers
/ Level G / POA
S M OK EY QU A R TZ R I N G
(left hand)
/ Love and Hatred
/ Level 1 / $2,800
S I LVE R BA NG L E
/ Love and Hatred
/ Level 1 / $380
DI A M O ND T E NNI S BR A C E L E T
/ Love and Hatred
/ Level 1 / $15,000
DI A M O ND BA NG L E
/ Dustins Jewellers
/ Level G / $9,600
DI A M O ND T E NNI S BR A C E L E T
/ Dustins Jewellers
/ Level G / $20,400
R I NG S
/ Dustins Jewellers
/ Level G
/ from $3,900
HIDDEN
GEM
TA H I TI A N PEA R L R I N GS
/ Zappacosta Jewels
/ Level 2 / from $750
FA N N EC K LA C E
/ Mondial by Nadia Neuman
/ Level G / POA
BA N GLES
/ Duo
/ Level G
/ (square) $105, (oval) $75
CUFFS
/ Duo
/ Level G
/ M $180 / L $197ea
VICTORIA BUCKLEY
JEWELLERY
Level 1
Talk about divine invention – Victoria
Buckley’s intriguing new collection is themed
around a garden of delights, taking in vibrant
coloured gemstones and white diamonds seen
on the most opulent cocktail rings and delicate
pendants. Meticulously crafted, the designer’s
signature pieces are engraved with intricate
floral motifs, which lend the glorious line-up
their own unique decadence.
PAVE S E T R I NG (left hand)
/ Love and Hatred
/ Level 1
/ from $4,900
MEET THE MAKER
strandarcade.com.au
18ct Rose & White Gold
‘Extravagant’ Ring
VICTORIA BUCKLEY JEWELLERY
Level 1 / $26,464
DR E S S
/ Amy Taylor Collection
/ Level 2 / $420
E A R R I NG S
/ Rox Gems & Jewellery
/ Level G / $5,900
NE C KL A C E S (top to bottom)
/ Victoria & Albert
/ Level G / $9,800 / $3,950
/ Rox Gems & Jewellery
/ Level G / $9,800 / $1,700
BA NG L E
/ Duo
/ Level G / $115
R I NG S (right hand)
/ Mondial by Nadia Neuman
/ Level G / $12,500 / $16,500
R I NG S (left hand)
/ Dustins Jewellers
/ Level G / $8,055
/ Love and Hatred
/ Level 1 / $5,800
/ Mondial by Nadia Neuman
/ Level G / $18,900
ALL
THAT
GLITTERS
The dizzying appeal of jewellery
is heightened right now as you
consider the current boldness
on show – from traffic-stopping
charms to rings alight with fiery
crystals, it’s time to indulge.
‘Chiave’ Ring
LOVE AND HATRED
Level 1 / $2,700
Diamond Flower Brooch
RAPHAEL JEWELLERS
Level G / POA
Black Diamond Ring
LOVE AND HATRED
Level 1 / $3,900
GOLDEN
HOUR
COLLECT OUTFIT AT:
the curator: Michelle Jank
the model: Ruby-Jean Wilson
the photographer: Pierre Toussaint
D R ES S
/ Akira
/ Level 2 / $3,960
S WEATER
/ Jac+ Jack
/ Level 1 / $499
F EATH ER BOA
/ Tresors
/ Level G / $195
N EC K LA C E
/ Dinosaur Designs
/ Level 1 / $780
RING
/ Akira
/ Level 2 / $44
BA N GLES
/ Dinosaur Designs
/ Level 1
/ S $75 / M $85 / L $105
COLLECT OUTFIT AT:
S WEATER
/ Lover
/ Level 1 / $349
SKIRT
/ Lover
/ Level 1 / $395
JU M PER (worn around waist)
/ Gorman
/ Level 1 / $269
BA C K PA C K
/ Crumpler
/ Level G / $40
(colours may vary instore)
WATC H
/ TW Steel
/ Level G / $549
I
t’s a particularly romantic time of year when the temperature starts to
dip and the afternoons take on that soft golden light – suddenly, we want
strong original statements with a sense of luxury. This season it’s about
textural pleasure and intrigue: try cosy sweaters elegantly teamed with trailing
silk skirts, or sculptural layerings to envelope in.
COLLECT OUTFIT AT:
D R ES S
/ Amy Taylor Collection
/ Level 2 / $420
C R EW N EC K
/ Skin and Threads
/ Level 1 / $348 (instore April)
S QU A R E C A R D I
/ Skin and Threads
/ Level 1 / $388 (instore April)
JA C K ET
/ Jac+ Jack
/ Level 1 / $799
A K U BR A GOD FATH ER
/ Strand Hatters
/ Level G / $220
COLLECT OUTFIT AT:
JACKE T
/ Scanlan Theodore
/ Level 1 / $500
SKIVVY
/ Skin and Threads
/ Level 1 / $140
SKIRT
/ Scanlan Theodore
/ Level 1 / $400
AKUBRA SQUATTE R
/ Strand Hatters
/ Level G / $190
S H AWL (worn on head)
/ Jac+ Jack
/ Level 1 / $160
BAGS
/ Hunt Leather
/ Level G
/ Shoulder $595 / Tote $770
BA N GLES
/ Dinosaur Designs
/ Level 1 / $105ea
SHOE S
/ Isabel Marant from The Corner Shop
/ Level 1 / $785
COLLECT OUTFIT AT:
K NI T (worn underneath)
/ sass & bide
/ Level 1 / $250
TOP
/ sass & bide
/ Level 1 / $390
SKIRT
/ sass & bide
/ Level 1 / $520
C O AT
/ Manning Cartell
/ Level 1 / $749
COLLECT OUTFIT AT:
JACKE T
/ Isabel Marant from The Corner Shop
/ Level 1 / $2,490
COAT
/ Manning Cartell
/ Level 1 / $899
PANT
/ Manning Cartell
/ Level 1 / $449
AKUBRA CE NTE NARY
/ Strand Hatters
/ Level G / $220
E ARRINGS
/ Tresors
/ Level G / $195
GLOVE S
/ Tresors
/ Level G / $195
after hours
first light
The heady scent of roasting almonds, spicy colognes and an elegant
pairing of leather and stone make for essential cold comforts.
Simple pleasures – a soft mohair sweater in the palest mallow hue, an
indulgent treat or a calming tea are some of life’s greatest luxuries.
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1/ HAIGH’S CHOCOLATES Assorted Truffles 225g $34.75. 2/ MAIOLO SALON Kevin Murphy Night Rider Cream $36. 3/ CHRISTOPHER HANLON Visage Silke Cream $200.
4/ CHRISTOPHER HANLON Perfume $360. 5/ ANDREW MCDONALD SHOEMAKER Brass Shoehorn $80. 6/ ALEX PERRY Emma Midi Dress $1,095.
7/ DINOSAUR DESIGNS Medium Band Vase $165. 8/ LOUIS CARDINI Leather Scroll $140. 9/ PERFECT VISION Dita Reading Glasses $669. 10/ AESOP Geranium Leaf Body Balm 120ml $37.
11/ AVEDA Green Science Firming Face Cream $129.95. 12/ ALLEN TAILORING & ALTERATIONS visit the store on Level 2. 13/ THE NUT SHOP Macadamia Selection $27.70.
14/ BON BON Luxury Milk Hot Chocolate $12.50. 15/ FUNKIS Wooden Salt & Pepper Dish $18. THE NUT SHOP Candied Macadamias 200g $10.
16/ THE NUT SHOP Mixed Nuts in Shell 500g $7.20. 17/ BON BON Nougat 5 piece selection 300g $15. 18/ GALANNI Dress $1,430. Flowers from GRANDIFLORA.
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1/ DINOSAUR DESIGNS Tall Band Vase $185. 2/ MANNING CARTELL Word Play Knit $249. 3/ THE NUT SHOP Turkish Delight 200g $4. 4/ FUNKIS Lilla Bruket Wild Rose Soap $17.
5/ AVEDA Outer Peace Cooling Masque $69.95. 6/ FUNKIS Grip Tongs (set of 3) $39. 7/ FUNKIS Wooden Salt & Pepper Dish $18. THE NUT SHOP Sugared Almonds 200g $5.
8/ MAIOLO SALON Kevin Murphy Blonde Angel Wash $33. 9/ PERFECT VISION Oliver People Reading Glasses $389. 10/ AVEDA Light Elements Defining Whip $49.95.
11/ HAIGH’S CHOCOLATES Mint Flips 200g $4. 12/ DINOSAUR DESIGNS Small Seaweed Dish $50. 13/ FUNKIS Wooden Whisk $11. 14/ PERFECT VISION Miu Miu Reading Glasses $459.
15/ AESOP Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm and Reverence Aromatique Hand Balm, $29ea. 16/ FUNKIS Wooden Butter Knife $7 Wooden Spoon $12.
17/ HAIGH’S CHOCOLATES White Chocolate & Strawberry Block 200g $9.95. 18/ VICTORIA & ALBERT Enamel Pansy Brooch $1,150. 19/ AVEDA Comforting Organic Tea Bags $29.95.
20/ THE NUT SHOP Buttered Macadamias 200g $10. Flowers from GRANDIFLORA.
SPOTLIGHT ON
SHOE CARE
COLLECT OUTFIT AT:
SHIRT
/ Jac+ Jack
/ Level 1 / $220
the
NIGHT
WATCH
MAN
PA R K A
/ Fred Perry
/ Level G / $350
FOOT NOTES
put your best foot forward with this footwear fact
PA N T
/ Jac+ Jack
/ Level 1 / $140
Before 1900, basic shoe polish
was made from ashes, tallow
(a rendered form of beef
or mutton fat), and beeswax.
WATC H
/ TW Steel
/ Level G / $725
BA C K PA C K
/ Crumpler
/ Level G / $155
PRINCE CONSORT'S SHOE SHINE
Gaze downward, are your shoes gleaming? It’s true that an
impeccable presentation puts a little kick in your step, hence the
power of a good polish from the likes of Prince Consort’s Shoe
Shine service. Glow forward!
Ground Floor
R
ight on cue, the trend for polished
pulled-together dressing is turning up
a few intriguing possibilities. Luxurious
layering is key as traditional gentlemen’s checks
and tweeds make a welcome return in tones
of slate grey, olive and walnut. To combat the
climate change, sporty anoraks and canvas
parkas lend a practical yet sleek edge.
COOMB’S SHOE REPAIR AND SERVICE
Ground Floor
Scuffed toes or a broken briefcase? At the start of every season it pays
to give your shoes, bags and briefcases a little attention, by repairing soles
and handles and reconditioning leathers. Established over 80 years ago,
Coomb’s Shoe Repair and Service uses both traditional and advanced
craftsmanship to give your accessories new life.
COLLECT OUTFIT AT:
SH IRT
/ Joseph’s Shirts
/ Level G / $235
TI E
/ Farage
/ Level 1 / $129
DECON STR U CT ED J A C K ET
(worn underneath)
/ Farage
/ Level 1 / $795
FELT COAT (worn on top)
/ Farage
/ Level 1 / $895
TROU SER
/ Farage
/ Level 1 / $329
KAN GOL C A P
/ Strand Hatters
/ Level G / $80
SH OES
/ Brando from Joseph’s Shoes
/ Level G / $365
GUY
ON
THE
GO
Every man needs a chic travel
inventory for those grueling
stopovers (or devilish escapades).
Pack right with a hard-sided case
and be sure to include an impeccable
black tie shirt and polished lace-ups
for those unexpected rendezvous.
Enrico Bruno Boot
JOSEPH’S SHOES
Level G / $575
Woven Belt
JOSEPH’S SHOES
Level G / $145
Drakes Wallet
FRED PERRY
Level G / $130
Jet Set Travel Kit
AESOP
Level G / $41
Wingtip Brogue
ANDREW MCDONALD
SHOEMAKER
Level G / $525
Globetrotter Suitcase
HUNT LEATHER
Level G / $2,150
Tuxedo Shirt, Bow Tie
DECLIC
Level G / $139.95, $49.95
COLOUR CURATED
WELCOME TO THE CLUB
WE ARE THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE THE OPENING
L E AT HE R C A R D HO L DE R , L E AT HE R C O I N PUR S E
/ Louis Cardini
/ Level G / $100, $110
C ON TR OL PA S TE
/ Aveda
/ Level G / $49.95
WHISPER
WHITE
Like a breath of fresh air, the latest accessories and
modern comforts are seen in a chalky palette of white
and cream and the effect is instantly uplifting.
DION LEE
SM ALL CLOU D BOWL, CIT RU S CH O C S
/ Dinosaur Designs / Level 1 / $50
/ Haigh’s Chocolates / Level G / 200g $8.70
OF ICONIC AUSTRALIAN DESIGNER DION LEE’S
FIRST STAND-ALONE STORE ON LEVEL ONE OF
STRAND ARCADE.
Our 1891 curator Michelle Jank caught up with Dion to
find out more.
M: The very clever and talented Mr Dion Lee!
Congratulations on the opening of your first flagship store
at Strand Arcade. A very exciting way to start 2014!
D: Thanks MJ!
I S A BE L M A R A NT ‘BO BBY’ S NE A K E R S
/ The Corner Shop
/ Level 1 / $665
medium. Both man-made
D: I met Kelvin a while ago and was impressed by his
ability to tailor the design of each space to each particular
brand. I think Kelvin understands that defining a
brand's DNA is the most fundamental part of creating
meaningful retail environments.
bring any design to life.
D: Construction. Displacement. Perspective.
M: The creative process is always such an interesting one to
dissect. I am always so interested in the way creative people
work.... did the raw space dictate something to you when
you first saw it or were you very clear even before seeing
the space on what you wanted to happen?
and natural light are what
M: What is inspiring you and catching your eye at
the moment?
D. Movement. Natural textures. Imperfections.
M: It's all about light....what does light mean to you?
D: Light is such a powerful medium. Both man-made
and natural light are what bring any design to life.
MEET THE MAKER
strandarcade.com.au
NEW ON THE SCENE
JAC+ JACK
KEVIN MU RPH Y YOU N G A G A IN MA S Q U E
/ Maiolo Salon
/ Level 2 / $50
Light is such a powerful
M: How did you go about finding the right architect/
designer to work on the space with you?
M: Your own designed retail space is such a powerful way
to convey the ethos of a brand. Can you share with us a few
vital key words that started you off when briefing Kelvin?
C A R VED C H OK ER N EC K LA C E
/ Dinosaur Designs
/ Level 1 / $246
CE LINE SU N GLASSES
/ The Corner Shop
/ Level 1 / $495
D: I have been developing a blueprint for the retail
concept for a few years now, thinking about how
the brand would be communicated within its own
environment, however once the space was selected it
really became about designing something quite site
specific for the space. The existing facade, made up of
three separate shop fronts, was used to create a grid.
This grid was then projected into the space and then
shifted on an angle, to create a space within the space.
M I X ED C H OC OLATE BOX
/ Bon Bon
/ Level G / $27
There’s a lot to admire about best friends
Jacqueline Hunt and Lisa ‘Jack’ Dempsey –
their luxurious knitwear and jersey essentials
are a given, but it’s also their initiative to
collaborate with artisans from India and the
women of Chandroti, a small village nestled in
the foothills of the Himalayas, to produce the
most exquisite handcrafted pieces. Based in
Sydney, the pair has built their label based on
effortless, modern and yet timeless style and
indeed there is a sense of ease and accessibility
in building a wardrobe with Jac+ Jack at its
core. By using sensual, natural materials
including the purest cashmere, Australian
superfine merino, linen and silk, the brand
continues to evolve sustainably, developing
understated collections of impeccable quality
for women, men and home. For more on
their current inspiration, visit Jac+ Jack’s
new Strand Arcade store designed by awardwinning interior architect George Livissianis.
LEVEL 1
GUMPTION BY
COFFEE ALCHEMY
“Great coffee takes Gumption”, so says the team behind
Strand Arcade’s new cult espresso bar, and you can see
why – recently, the award-winning coffee-makers have
introduced a range of specialty brewed pour-over drinks
in addition to their signature blends (either beans or
ground), all guaranteed to put a kick in your step.
GROUND FLOOR
TW STEEL
What perfect timing – TW Steel has arrived at
Strand Arcade, bringing with it its range of must-have
oversized watches worn by the likes of Kelly Rowland,
Mick Doohan, Jay-Z and Jon Bon Jovi. The brand,
which is renowned for its bold, lifestyle pieces and
impeccable make, is now showcasing its latest collections
encompassing both urban and classic designs.
GROUND FLOOR
1891 is published by Studio Woo on behalf of Strand Arcade. While every care has been taken to ensure that all information is correct at the time of printing, neither Studio Woo nor Strand Arcade can accept responsibility for any errors, omissions or changes.
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