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Perth-based fashion designer Aurelio Costarella has died at the age of 60 following a short battle with a brain disorder. Instagram

NewsPremiumAussie fashion icon dead at 60

Tributes are flowing for an iconic Australian fashion designer who died at the age of 60 after a short battle with a rare brain condition.

Alexandra Feiam

Ray Costarella AAA Perth fashion

FashionComments‘Profound loss’: Tributes flow for celebrated WA designer

The 60-year-old’s death was announced on Saturday after a short but stoic battle with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, an incurable brain disease which also took the life of his sister, Gracie. 

Jessica Evensen

Fashion Designer Aurelio Costarella.

WA NewsCommentsVale to a true frock star: Aurelio Costarella dies aged 60

The celebrated designer had recently been diagnosed with a rare brain disease.

Amanda Keenan

The legendary fashion designer Perri Cutten had been a mainstay of women’s wardrobes across the country for more than 40 years.

The NightlyIconic Australian fashion designer dies aged 73

Iconic Australian fashion designer Perri Cutten, known for her ‘timeless elegance and sophistication’, has died aged 73.

Elisia Seeber

The legendary fashion designer Perri Cutten had been a mainstay of women’s wardrobes across the country for more than 40 years.

FashionCommentsIconic Australian fashion designer dies aged 73

Iconic Australian fashion designer Perri Cutten, known for her ‘timeless elegance and sophistication’, has died aged 73.

Elisia Seeber

Fashion designer Perri Cutten has died, aged 73. Supplied.

BREAKINGPremiumAussie fashion icon dies aged 73

The legendary fashion designer Perri Cutten had been a mainstay of women’s wardrobes across the country for more than 40 years.

Rhiannon Lewin

WA Ballet principal dancer Chihiro Nomura wears AJE: Primrose maxi dress in white, Billini bracelet and Kailis button stud earrings, all at Karrinyup Shopping Centre. Styling: Clare Ryan. Hair and makeup: Hendra Widjaja

Ballet beautifulPremiumDancing into a milestone moment

A ballerina’s career can take her on the most unexpected of journeys; just ask WA Ballet principal dancer Chihiro Nomura.

Tanya MacNaughton

An exhibition of renowned Australian designer Martin Grant's garments spans four decades of fashion. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

FashionPremiumBlanchett to Gaga: four decades of Martin Grant fashion

From tailored coats to monochromatic ball gowns, four decades of fashion by a renowned Australian designer go on display in a new exhibition.

William Ton

Vanessa Jacobs Fennell attends a Barnardo's Luncheon in 2022. Supplied

NEWSInside ritzy life of glam Sydney socialite

Socialite Vanessa Jacobs Fennell is accused of drinking alcohol and then crashing a Range Rover into a Tesla before assaulting a cop. So who is she?

Duncan Evans

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ENVIRONMENTPremiumBeauty queen’s huge fashion claim

The first Aussie to hold a unique international beauty pageant title has spoken of her “crazy” experience winning the title and how she plans to transform the fashion industry.

Holly Truelove

Perth-born model Lulu Wood featuring in Rebecca Vallance's debut denim collection.

FashionCommentsAussie brand makes a denim debut featuring Perth supermodel

Fresh off the back of Kendrick Lamar’s fashion statement at the Super Bowl, Rebecca Vallance has chimed into the denim chat.

Megan French

Models emerged from toilet cubicles, blurring the line between personal and performative. (AP PHOTO)

FashionPremiumValentino's Paris show inside staged public toilets

Valentino has explored the boundaries between public and private, parading its high creations inside a provocative public toilet setting at Paris Fashion Week.

Thomas Adamson

Zoe Saldana, Halle Berry, Whoopi Goldberg.

SEE THE PICSCamera IconAll the best and worst dressed celebs from 2025 Oscars

The world’s most glamourous red carpet was rolled out on Monday where some of the biggest movie stars showed off a range of vintage and trending fashion.

Kellie Balaam

Timothee Chalamet, Demi Moore and Cynthia Erivo on the Oscars red carpet.

RECAPVideoCommentsCelebrities grace red carpet at 2025 Oscars

The Oscars red carpet is underway. Find out who is there.

Kellie Balaam

Sydney’s Oxford St ahead of Sydney's Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade. NewsWire/ Tim Pascoe

UPDATEDPremium‘Some chance’: Albo’s big Mardi Gras wish

While revellers lit up Sydney’s Oxford St for the 47th Mardi Gras parade, all eyes were peeled for a surprise appearance from Kylie Minogue. See all the pics here.

Jessica Wang and Ria Pandey

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NEWSPremiumModel accused of shock restaurant act

A model and aspiring social media influencer has allegedly been captured on CCTV throwing a lamp at her ex-boyfriend inside a swanky restaurant.

Adelaide Lang and Holly Truelove

Danielle Deadwyler, Jeremy Strong and Nicola Coughlan on the SAG red carpet.

MoviesCommentsThe most stunning film star looks from the SAG red carpet

The glitz and glamour of the Screen Actors Guild awards is on display for all to see. Here are some of the boldest and best looks from the red carpet.

Wenlei Ma

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RetailCult beauty brand reveals huge plans

Cult online beauty retailer Adore Beauty is riding a lift in revenues as it begins rolling out a bold plan to open more than 25 brick-and-mortar stores across Australia.

Duncan Evans

Police were seen patrolling on motorbike. NewsWire / Simon Bullard

NEWSPremiumNew trend spotted at Aussie music festival

A new trend has emerged as 45,000 revellers flocked to the Laneway music festival to enjoy performances from acts such as international superstar Charli XCX.

Adelaide Lang

Iconic Aussie surf brands caught up in bankruptcy as 120 stores close

The NightlyAussie surf brands caught up in bankruptcy as stores shut

About 1400 employees will be laid off. 

Caleb Taylor

Qantas Emilio Pucci 1974 uniform.

travel in styleQantas ushering in a new fashion era

For the first time in over a decade, the hunt is on for a talented designer to help the Flying Kangaroo welcome its 11th uniform

Megan French

Pilbara artist Bobbi Lockyer’s artistic talents are being spotlighted at the Australian Open in front of thousands.

WA NEWSWA artist captures attention of tennis legend at Aus Open

Pilbara artist Bobbi Lockyer’s artistic talents are being spotlighted at the Australian Open in front of thousands.

Zach Margolius

US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump at the Commander-In-Chief inaugural ball.

FashionCommentsWhy top fashion designers won’t dress First Lady Melania

Designers normally rush to publicise a star in their outfits. But not for America’s First Lady.

Laura Craik

Melania Trump was seen arriving to St. John’s Church in an Adam Lippes wool coat and austere boater-style hat.

DONALD TRUMPVideoSubtle message in Melania Trump’s inauguration outfit

Melania Trump stood behind Donald Trump as he pledged the oath of office.

Leah Dolan