Insight Swimwear

Australian street style and design has been on my radar recently, and skate/surf brand Insight are no exception. In particular, their swimwear has made me envious for a sunny holiday this year with their basic bikini cuts and graphic prints. The odd revealing cut-out is also featured on many of their swimming costumes. Although slightly high in price, they offer a refreshing collection dissimilar to anything else I've seen on the High Street. They are sold online at Urban Outfitters.

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Bitching and Junkfood

If my Bestival post about Cult Gaia was a bit tame for your dress up ideas, these Bitching and Junkfood headdresses may be more to your liking. The East London based pair have been designing and hand-making them for Urban Outfitters since SS10; creating the perfect accompaniment for festival season. Ranging between £55-145 I hope to be owning one come September.

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Niky Roehreke

One of my favourite illustrators, Niky Roehreke whom has just recently worked with one of my favourite brands Insight and Urban Outfitters USA.

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Evil Twin

Jodie McKenzie explores a darker personality with her designs at Evil Twin. The name explains the brand, with the Australian designer gaining inspiration from her twin’s 80s inspired dark style. Channeling this sinister vibe with her latest collection ‘The Night is For Hunting’, an essence of both grunge and punk are blended to create an intriguing and wearable look book. Black leather skirts and trousers are re-energized with tie-dye print crop tops, graphic tees and sheer unfitted shirts. Paint-splattered jackets and dresses are combined with the brand’s signature hat in every picture. Colour wise, there is anything from burnt oranges and reds to military inspired khaki and of course black.

As well as her sister, McKenzie claims to be inspired by Australian street style, resulting in her collections being not only wearable but also suited for every body type.  With the collection now being sold at both Urban Outfitters and ASOS, Australian street style looks to be the way forward.