Formal Inspirations- The Oscars 2013

We can't believe it's February already! Life at Selective Fine Fabrics has been non stop. We are getting deliveries of amazing fabrics almost weekly. Our latest shipment is a collection of Guipure Laces in a range of gorgeous colours from perfect mother of the bride pinks to the brights we are seeing in the latest collections overseas. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for the latest updates on our new arrivals.

February is the time of year when shopping for fabric for formal dresses really starts. School formals now start in March and go through to November, so we are getting lots of lovely students into the store.

You would have to be living under a rock not to know the Oscars were on Monday and this is where we find a lot of girls get their inspiration from. We were overwhelmed to see quite a few dresses that were right on trend with our new fabric collections. One that stood out to us was the beautiful partner of George Clooney, Stacy Keibler in a Naeem Khan beaded gown.

Left photo- Image source Jason Merritt/ Getty Images
Right photo- Our ''The Manhattan' beaded tulle

Our sequenced tulle in Limited Edition colour 'Storm' exclusive to Selective Fine Fabrics

The biggest trend alert from the 2013 Oscars was most definitely sparkling gowns! Nicole Kidman, Naomi Watts and Jessica Chastain all shined bright in sequin and beaded numbers.

Naomi Watts wearing Armani Prive 
Image source: Jason Merritt/ Getty Images 

Right photo: Our sequenced tulle in Limited Edition colour 'Storm'

Our sequenced tulle in Limited Edition colour 'Storm' exclusive to Selective Fine Fabrics

Our range is extensive and we are sure you can find the most dazzling on trend fabric for the most discerning formal girl. So bring in your inspiration whether it's from the Oscars or the latest S/S 13/14 runway collections- we are sure to have the perfect designer fabric.

Selective Fine Fabrics

Welcome!

Welcome to our blog!

We are so excited to start our own blog after much persuasion from our clients.

This blog is for those who indulge in luxurious fabrics and have always had questions about techniques in sewing the finest of fabrics.

Selective Fine Fabrics is a specialised fabric retailer based in Brisbane importing some of the worlds' finest fabrics in bridal and evening. We travel the world to source exclusive fabrics from New York, Paris and Milan twice a year to create collections that are always up to date with international design houses.

Over the years, we have met so many mothers that would have loved to have sewn their daughters' special gowns but were hesitant to do so as a long period of time had elapsed since they had dusted off their sewing machines. This blog will not only showcase our extensive fabric collection but will also provide an insight into the tips and techniques used by our in-house designers. These techniques will range from assisting you to achieve the finest of french seams to constructing a perfectly fitting strapless bodice.

So come and join us in this exciting new journey and be inspired by our exclusive bridal and evening fabrics. Our insightful techniques will help you achieve the perfect outfit for that special occassion. So dust your machines off, replace your needles and get ready to be inspired!

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