SOYA (Spirit of Youth Awards) is an initiative run by the Australian government each year, and sponsored by airline QANTAS. Last year's winner of the fashion design category was Rogue Connect member and amazing creative force Lang Leav, with her label Akina. This year's finalists include Mic Eaton, Trimapee, edandbek, Limedrop and SEWN.

Dress from SEWN's shortlisted 'Among the Gumtrees' collection
Visit Noise.net for more, and watch this space for details of the winners.
Searching for a dress to wear to the Spring Racing Carnival? Word is Joachim and Anna are having a special dress sale at their St Kilda store - no dresses over $65, with both vintage and one off pieces.
What: Joachim & Anna Sale
Where: 19a Carlisle St, St Kilda
When: this weekend
Femme Fatale and LaModa PR will present their 'Challenge Spring Fashion Event' on Saturday October 7 at 7pm.

The 5th Avenue Cocktail Party, to be held this Saturday, has been touted as the place to be for the Melbourne social set.
According to the 5th Avenue website, "those lucky enough to attend will enter a whole new world created at Atlantic South Wharf in Melbourne's docklands precinct. On arrival guests will have their glasses filled with Moet Chandon champagne whilst nibbling on the finest hors d'ouvres."
Sydney-siders hanging out for their next dose of fashion are reminded that the F.Rock Fashion Festival is on this Thursday and Friday. There are still tickets available, so visit the website for more information on how to book.
f.rock provides a platform for up and coming designers to launch their collection in a theatrical catwalk parade attended by professionals and fashion enthusiasts from all walks of life.

Exclusive discounts of up to 40% off apply at selected stores. You also get complimentary Jacobs Creek sparkling wine and Perrier water on arrival. The night also includes heat one of the Chadstone Fashion Stakes - with a celebrity judging panel - and Spring 06 collections parades.
All aboard for the biggest party to hit Australian Fashion Week - Sunday, September 3, 2006. MaraJoara are celebrating the launch of their new collection at one of Melbourne's hottest venues, Eve. Click on the image below for the full details.
Want to party on after the curtains close for the fashion week events? Here's the lowdown on where each of the Motorola Melbourne Spring Fashion Week after parties will be held.
Monday 4 September: from 9pm
Comme
7 Alfred Place (off Little Collins Street)

This divine Temperley Jasmine Story Dress is currently on sale at net-a-porter. Size 8 still available.
Black below knee length cotton and silk blend sleeveless dress with turquoise and white embroidery and gold sequins. Dress has deep v-neck on the front, wide empire panel, cross-over straps on back and lace trim. Dress has cut-out detail in the places in the main pattern, a black slip lining and fastens at side with zip.

Factory People currently have 55% off everything - just enter the code sale55 to pick up the discount!
The website stocks a number of great labels including Fornarina, Sass & Bide, United Bamboo, Earnest Sewn and Nobody.
From ProductDose.com.
