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Journal

Melbourne Cup Parade @ Locale Noosa

Earlier this month for the Melbourne Cup we held a fashion parade at Hastings Street's most prestigious fine dining Italian restaurant, Locale Noosa.

In celebration of our iconic hometown Noosa, we presented 'Global Traveller' showcasing a wearable curation of high end and sustainable fashion from local and Australian brands, all available at Alterior Motif.

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The Uber Petite Liaison in Jungle Mix

It's here - The Jungle Uber Petite Liaison - a striking bag in multicolour faux snakeskin with shiny gold stud embellishment.

 

This bag features gold hardware and stud embellishment, YKK midweight metal one-way zip, external back pocket for easy travelcard access and super soft faux suede lining. Each bag features a uniquely different snakeskin print.

 

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Wonder Woman Series • A Woman. by Abby Rose Event

Last month our captain Penny was invited to be a part of a Woman Woman Series event hosted by Abby Vuister, founder of Abby Rose Bikinis. This year, Abby has relaunched her Noosa store as Woman. by Abby Rose -- a concept store filled with a consciously curated selection of fashion and wares, handmade by women within Australia. Woman.
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Sustainable swim • Welcome Peony to Alterior Motif

We are very excited to welcome Peony to Alterior Motif. The luxe swim brand is named after the bloom that signals the beginning of summer. Their collections are timeless and allow pieces to become treasured mementos of summers come and gone. We love Peony for their beautiful, high quality designs but also their commitment to sustainability.

 

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Alterior Motif Travel • Holiday Packing List

Our lovely Angie - buyer and manager of our Cotton Tree store - recently jetted overseas to enjoy a European summer. She has returned with a golden glowing tan as well as some helpful holiday packing tips. See below for what she recommends bringing along on your next holiday from plane essentials to the best everyday shoe for day time adventures and everything in between!
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Celebrating 15 Years Of Alterior Motif • Words by Penny Lane

Today marks the 15th year I have been captain at Alterior Motif! When I was 26 years old, I bought this business from my bestie in my home town of Cotton Tree. We used to open at 10am (sometimes later if the surf was good) and I used to work 7 days a week in the store for many years. We issued hand written receipts and carried around 10 local and Australian brands.
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New Label Love / House Of Sunny

Out of East London, we welcome the newest addition to Alterior Motif — House Of Sunny.

Their pieces are carefully crafted to bring elevated essentials and innovative design to your everyday with sustainability in mind.

Their debut collection with us sees use of texture and bespoke design features with a colour palette of pearl white, garden green and bright florals.

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