Fashion Field Magazine

Earlier this year, I walked in my first ever runway shows at Toowoomba Fashion Festival and Queensland Arts and Fashion Festival. As a mum of two, it was a huge moment, not just for my career, but for me personally. Six looks across two fashion festivals.

Awareness of animal cruelty and climate change is steadily increasing. People are becoming more conscious of these issues and their impact on humanity. However, we must ask ourselves: are we truly hearing the facts, or are we merely absorbing the messages crafted by influential brands and their well-paid marketing teams?

Michelle Pownell shares her powerful journey from self-doubt to self-expression—embracing bold fashion, mobility aids, and disability visibility as a proud content creator, signed model, and passionate advocate for authentic representation in the fashion industry.

From Latin dance floors to international runways, discover how one Queensland woman defied age stereotypes to build a thriving modeling career in her forties. A powerful story about resilience, representation, and redefining what it means to be visible in fashion.

Fashion Thrift Society is redefining second-hand style through festival events that celebrate sustainability, creativity, and community across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Founded by Melody McCarthy, it transforms thrifting into a vibrant fashion experience.

Get an exclusive first look at Fashion Field Magazine’s Spring issue, launching mid-November. Discover inspiring designers like Mys Tyler, Fashion Thrift Society, Dabora, House of Jaise, Samragi, and Last Look, plus in-depth editorial features by Melanie Canosa on Arianne Endrizzi, Madeline Bresson, and Maibritt Dawson. Explore emerging talent, innovative fashion concepts, and behind-the-scenes stories shaping the industry today.

In What I Know For Sure, Cat Ardi Brennan, founder of The Know, shares lessons from building a skincare brand rooted in authenticity and purpose. She reflects on confidence, growth, and the beauty of simplicity—echoing The Know’s ethos of uncomplicated yet elevated skincare.

Certified Personal Stylist Audra Mulcahy shares her journey from corporate life to fashion, inspiring others to embrace individuality, body confidence, and self-expression through style. Discover how personal styling can empower you to feel confident at any size.

LASTLOOK brings premium Australian fashion online with invite-only warehouse sales and discounts up to 90%. Shop top womenswear brands from home while enjoying exclusive deals and a sustainable, convenient experience.

With over three decades in fashion, from major retail giants to mentoring emerging creatives, this industry leader has seen both the glamour and the grind. In this deeply personal piece, she shares what led her to launch Mind Your Fashion—a mental health charity born from lived experience—and why now is the time for cultural change in the fashion world.

Roxanne Odea reflects on her modelling journey—from childhood dreams and industry challenges to standout moments on the runway. With powerful insights into body image, self-acceptance, and the impact of mentorship, her story celebrates individuality and the creative spirit of the Australian fashion scene.

For this emerging designer, growing up in a traditional Asian household meant academic success came first—and creativity second. But after years of suppressing artistic passion in favour of science, a return to fashion became not just a pivot, but a powerful act of self-rediscovery. Today, their work blends technology and design, drawing inspiration from both worlds. This is a story about honouring your path, reclaiming joy, and embracing interdisciplinary innovation in fashion.