Petra Vanessie first started designing in 2010 with an aim to bring back the elegance of women’s dressing from various popular and classical eras that compliment the ‘real’ womanly figure and curves. Through her designs, Petra hopes to give every woman that extraordinary feeling of confidence and beauty when heads turn in appreciation, when compliments are received, when a second admiring glance is made as you wear your exclusive Petra Vanessie dress. You will find Petra Vanessie at the next Perth Upmarket, or visit her website at www.petravanessie.com
This week, Petra is giving one lucky reader the opportunity to win a gorgeous pink Petra Vanessie dress!
Valued at $150, this pink Petra Vanessie dress is available from sizes 8 – 14, featuring a classic boat neckline and pleated skirting, embellished with an attached flower feature on the bodice. You will turn heads in this dress for work or play!
To enter the draw:
Tell us where you would wear your pink Petra Vanessie dress should you win, in the comments section below. (include your email address)
Media Release- For Immediate Release Thus 23rd February 2012
Local Mount Lawley resident Justine Barsley was last night honoured with a prestigious 40 Under 40 Award at a gala ceremony at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.
The founder and owner of successful handcrafted market Perth Upmarket was recognised for her contribution to the community and outstanding entrepreneurial drive.
Guest blog post from Lisa Walsh- The Market Mill
Reading the very inspiring and thought provoking article, by Malcom Gladwell, dispelling the notion that creative genius is only for the young – it exposes a heartening tale about following your dreams and discovering that creative brilliance can strike at any age.
Sweet music to my ears, so many parts to Ben’s story resonate with me, so I thought I would jot them down in point for a quick (and hopefully, meaningful) review.
1. Creativity can be just as much about discipline and routine as it is about creative genius.
2. Dedication, perseverance and continued learning are vital personal characteristics.
3. Well respected, lucrative and seemingly “coveted” careers can leave you empty if you have a hidden passion or dream waiting to be explored.
4. Creativity is not predetermined by age. It can be cultivated and bloom at any age – given the opportunity.
5. “Overnight success” is a description that should be stricken from a creative’s vocabulary. Rarely is a creative discovered over night and it can take many tireless years for a trendy journalist to discover and describe them as such.
6. In following your dreams and passions, love ones that support you (both emotionally & financially) and who believe in you whole-heartedly, are vital.
These gems from Ben Fountain’s journey, whether we like it or not, may be the insights we are yearning for to ensure our own creative journey is a success.
Guest Blog by Lisa Walsh from The Market Mill
Lisa Walsh, business style consultant and author of the blogs The Market Mill and Cream Butter & Sugar, offers tips, advice & words of encouragement to help like-minded people market their creativity.
With 15 years experience as an international department store buyer specializing in branded concepts, a marketing graduate and owner of small business, Lisa shares her experience, knowledge and frustrations in building a business into a recognizable brand.
We have a range of special offers for Upmarket customers for the Christmas Upmarket on Sunday 27th November 2011. You can pick up a copy of the coupons at Upmarket in our Market Guide or print them off here.
This quarter we put the spotlight on Sarah May Baxter from Sarah May Ceramics.
We just love this stylish desk calendar from Dizzy Wizzy Design. It has taken prime space on our desk for the last two years and we have just ordered our 2012 version.
If you haven’t heard about the Montage Collective, they are a group of 20 artists operating pop up stores across Perth. Many of them are Perth Upmarket Retailers and there goal is to make handmade more accessable everyday.
The current Montage contains 15 designers making a wide variety of goods. You can find the artists behind the counter as it works like a cooperative with everyone helping man the store. They are more than happy to have a chat with you about the stores concept, assist you with buying the perfect handmade gift or indulgent purchase.
If you want to know more about the artisits you can find the bios on everyone involved at www.montagecollective.blogspot.com or follow them on facebook www.facebook.com/montagecollective
Montage Collective are curently open at 140 William St- the new cultural hub of the CBD. Located at the corner of Wellington and Wiliam you will find them until 23rd october trading 7 days a week. There is only 12 days left to get in and grab a handmade delight before they pop down.
Ben Morris is our guest upmarket blogger and over the next several weeks he will be providing some insight and information into online retailing, website design, social networking and email marketing.
Click here to download the October Market Special Offers.
You can also pick up our Market Guide at the event which has the offers included.
Upmarket retailers, Jet and Ruby have set up a mini shop in the Kirwan St strip in Floreat. So if you cant wait until the next market to pick up one of their pieces or you want to give the market crowds a miss, call in and see them on Thur 10-3, Fri 10-2 or Sat 9-1. 45 Kirwan St Floreat.
put up a poster and get a free blast!
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