Happy Easter! Dolly Magazine April 1981

April 1981
Photography John Pinfold
Model Hanne Worsoe 

'No Sweat Dressing' fashion feature

Happy Dolly Easter to you!  And what better way to celebrate that festive time of the year when easter egg gorging reigns, than with a roller skating special (well in my mind anyhow) - perhaps as a way to burn off all that delicious, scrumptious chocolate!

Dolly Magazine's take on New Romantic, March 1982

'The New Romantics' Fashion Feature

Here are some more images from the March '82 Dolly that I posted earlier on, and they show a kind of localised Australian version of the New Romantic movement which originated in the UK.  It is kind of a watered down version of the movement, as most things in Australia tend to be, but it does have an element of innocence and genuineness that I like.  The pictures kind of look to me like the kind you take at home before you head out to a concert (maybe the shot where the models are posing on the couch with the carpet showing makes me come to that idea).  If you're keen to find out more about the style and essence of the New Romantic movement then you must check out the Blitz Kids website. 

The Face magazine June 1985

June 1985 No. 62
Photography Jamie Morgan
Model Clinton McKenzie

These images feature clothes by John Galliano and birds nest head pieces by Rene Gelston.

Just a Dash of Colour from Dolly Magazine March 1982

'Just a Dash of Colour' Make-up Feature

How fresh and vibrant are these shots?  This is from the March 1982 issue of Dolly, and I just couldn't bear to have these beautiful shots sitting away unseen so here they are.  My favourite is the Orange picture ... I love me some teased hair, orange make up and bright lippie!

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Dolly Magazine March 1983

March 1983
Model Julie Kennedy
Photography Ken Middleton

'Get Your Flying Colours' Fashion Feature

This fashion spread is SO 1983!  One of the models in this is once again Collette - who became a pop star in the late 80's in Australia.  Some of the labels used in this spread are familiar still such as Bloch's for the ballet shoes and Brian Rochford - although I think he may only do swimwear now.  Others such as Mr Strange and Foto from what I know are not around anymore unfortunately, and to get your hands on their stuff is extremely rare.

It looks as if the girls in the first video I've included have stepped right out of the pages of this spread!  They are the Moir Sisters and I just adore this performance of their song 'So Excited' on Countdown.  The other clip which also reminds me of this spread is the Bananarama and Fun Boy Three song 'Ain't What You Do'.

Dolly Magazine March 1982

March 1982
Model Anna Gatmon
Photography Michael Momy

'Casual Complements' fashion feature

This fashion spread from '82 Dolly really is a winner from start to finish.  It reminds me a lot of Steve Strange of Visage when he was doing the Arabian new romantic look.  It's really sweet, and in particular I love how the pants in the second image have ties around the bottom to amplify that looser at the top tighter at the ankles silhouette.  Also there is something about vintage tights like the white ones in the second last image that seem different to the ones today.  They just seem like better quality or something... the woollen ones I buy now always seem to have some polyester in them which is annoying as they always pill.  Anyway, enjoy these superb images.  Oh and isn't the cover cool - how striking - the covering up of the eye reminds me of I-D Magazine but Dolly style. ;-)

Dolly Magazine May 1986 Part Three

'Survival Kit' fashion spread
"Camouflage.  It was what you wore to blend in with your surroundings.
Now it's just the thing to make you stand out in a crowd - and survive in the concrete jungle."
Photography and Layout by Bill Ling

I think what transforms this photo spread from being ordinary is the collage effect exploiting the camouflage theme.  My absolute favourite for the styling and entire concept is the first one.  I'm a sucker for anything using flowers as it makes me think of Morrissey.

More from Dolly Magazine May 1986

'Just Velvet' fashion spread

I'll keep this commentary short and sweet... the last image just blows me away!  This spread really makes me long for winter and all that comes along with it ... layering up woollens, cosy nights drinking hot chocolate, makeup staying crisp and fresh.  Sigh!

Dolly Magazine May 1986

May 1986
Photography Bill Ling
Model Jo Ferguson

'PRINT IT!' fashion feature
"In today's exciting and challenging world of a great metropolitan daily newspaper,
with deadlines to be met, and stories to be told, who else could take control and not lose her cool?"
Photos and Layout by Andrew Southam

This fashion spread has to be one of my all time favourites.  It is just so classic - perhaps the houndstooth print has a lot to do with that.  Many of the looks are from Stuart Membery - the genius Australian fashion designer, who judging from his website (click on his name to go there) is now doing architecture.  He did the houndstooth hat and jacket in the sixth image, and many more.  If you click on the images you can see them in a much bigger size and may be able to read the credits.

Also, I think it is quite interesting to see this spread and see where the upcoming collection by Richard Nicoll for Sportsgirl has gotten its inspiration from.  I love the collection he's done by the way ... and am hoping for an injection of money into my bank account so I can buy some pieces.