Our participation at Air New Zealand Fashion Week 2009 attracted fantastic support from a diverse and wonderful range of sponsors.
The amazing hats on the models were supplied by Liza Foreman, milliner extraordinaire based in Wellington (phone 04-565-1877).
Jewellery was custom-designed for the catwalk show and range by Donna Kirifi of Elley Grace with a beautiful glass charm provided in every goodie bag at the show.
Yves Dombrowsky trading under the name Yves André created the perfume "Africa" specifically for the show. An amazing scent supplied in a glass vial in a presentation pack for each recipient of a goodie bag. Basquesse' collaboration with Yves will continue on as we look to launch the first Basquesse perfume with Yves.
Plimmer Shoes were kind enough to lend some extraordinary shoes for the catwalk show. Beautiful shoes from Europe and around the world to compliment any occasion.
Frank supplied fantastic refreshments throughout the show for all attendees. The perfect accompaniment in the humidity of the show venue.
The Chocolate Cake Company, Auckland, provided fantastic chocolates and fudge in every goodie bag ensuring that no one went hungry and left the show with a definite smile.
Konev Leather's involvement with Basquesse has continued on following a recent photo shoot of the Basquesse 2009 summer range complimented by Konev's beautiful leather handbags. A beautiful leather fob keyring - Basquesse on one side and Konev on the other was a beautiful gift for every goodie bag recipient. Many thanks to Suzanne de Vere for her help on this project.
The Museum Hotel, Wellington supplied discount vouchers in goodie bags. The Hippopotamus Restaurant at the hotel is truely a welcome taste of France moved to Wellington. There have been numerous occasions over the past year when Basquesse have worked with the hotel and we're very thankful to Chris Parkin and Kathy Tipler for all their support.
Sauceit produced, at very short notice, some wonderful pens with the Basquesse brand on. Thanks Michele and team for such great work. For all your promotional needs, you must go to their website !
Mandi Lynn from Alight Photography (currently undergoing a name change) composed the extraordinary image of the cheetah on the front cover of the programme next to model, Elizaveta, wearing one of the runway show's headline pieces. Thanks too, to Wellington Zoo for allowing us Mandi to photograph Charlie and Delta at the zoo. Look out for more beautiful images from Mandi to appear in the run-up to the launch of the winter season next year.
..and lastly, but certainly not least, long-time friend Cathy Davys, Australasian Hairdressing Masters Champion 2009, and her team for helping out with the hair and makeup for the photo shoot. Another fantastic performance and whenever you feel like some serious R & R, head on down to the luxurious day spa at either of the two sumptuous Wellington locations.