Brisbane, forever the home of clothing label Model Citizen, can no longer contain them.
Though this has actually been the case for some time now – with the brand having been featured in LA Fashion Week 2015 and subsequently stocked in Los Angeles' Melrose Avenue boutique RNRP – their next big step is about to be taken in the form of being invited to show at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia (MBFWA) 2016 in Sydney. Strutting alongside major international labels may seem daunting to some, but Model Citizen have been in the game two years now and have shown no trepidation.
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Another development is the news the entirety of Model Citizen's range will now be manufactured in Australia, following in the footsteps of major labels like American Apparel (minus the abuse). A bold, and potentially expensive move, but one that not only infallibly bolsters their ethical standpoint, but provides customer comfort and satisfaction at the same time. The ultra-minimalist approach to their styling is mirrored on their website which features a number of the label's collections and some impressive press.
If you can't make it to Sydney in two weeks, keep your eyes on the web for what is sure to be another striking display of functional streetwear combined with modern tailoring.
“We’re incredibly excited to show at this years Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia, Australia’s premiere fashion platform," says Model Citizen Creative Director Eeshaal Niranjan. "We are showcasing a series of 12 strong looks influenced from creative feedback from our American showrooms. A range of hero pieces focused on creating a modern streetwear system of dressing, influenced with a sartorial edge, designed to travel season to season.”Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia takes play in Sydney 15-20 May.
