Last week I attended Killer Queen, the most original fashion ’parade’ I have seen in a while. Presented by Thread Den the playful and cheeky show was full of laughs and a huge array of original designs from emerging Australian designers. 

Drawing inspiration from high society, Killer Queen featured ballet and contemporary dancers and musicians clothed in garments from Bridbird, Bronzen Temple Prints, Bryce Newton, Curious Llama, East of Grey, Fine Cloth, Girl-Friendly, Jolet, Joolipa, Leonie, Mint Slice Afternoons, My Sister Pat, Peta Pledger, Petticoat Conspiracy, Samantha Sultana, She Said Yoo Hoo, Shotbolt, Side Show Design, Suga*n*spice and Truth.Be.Told.

The theatrical show comprised of various skits including girls getting dolled up, madly adjusting their stockings and outfits before acknowledging the crowd and auditioning dancers performing in front of the Killer Queen to his distaste.

Held at the Melbourne Lithuanian Club, it was an entertaining way to view Thread Den’s summer range. This was not surprising with Thread Den itself being a highly innovative retail concept. Australia’s first combined retail space and sewing lounge, Thread Den offers both local and vintage garments and the ability to rent machines and have lessons.

After the show, attendees got to have a drink at the Lithuian club and met designers and the cast. I took a few snaps of the crowd…