I just love creating and so TWINQUALIA is my outlet for that.”
Kadie from TWINQUALIA, on her personal design philosophy.
KADIE FROM TWINQUALIA
THE FUSION ERA
THE GENERATION WHERE INDIVIDUAL CULTURES, TRADITIONS, TASTES, METHODS, AND STYLES ARE MERGED TO CREATE
2024
FEATURING BRANDS
SIREN THE LABEL URBURNEAN ALMONTE
CAPTURING THE YOUTHFUL MOVEMENT OF THE NEW
I think that it’s really important for brands in this climate to be as ethical as possible.”
Olivia McDacy; about the beginnings of URBURNEAN that intertwines with her love for nature.
“Don’t wait for the right time, just do it,
I could’ve been a year or two further ahead if I just took the leap.”
LOGAN FROM TWONINESEVEN
The community is very small, but we’re like a family.”
An insider view into Adelaide’s culture surrounding fashion; by Logan Weckert.
THE GENERATION WHERE INDIVIDUAL CULTURES, TRADITIONS, TASTES, METHODS, AND STYLES ARE MERGED TO CREATE
VIRUS CAP TWONINESEVEN
Ordinary people create extraordinary things.”
The mind behind Sydney’s most inspiring headwear brand ‘Front coveR’; Charlie Yoo.
WHAT DO YOU THINK IS THE REALEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU COULD GIVE TO PEOPLE THAT WANT TO START THEIR OWN BRAND?
“Make it happen or make excuses.
Your life is what you make it, it’s only you vs you.
JACOB FROM A MIDNIGHT VENDETTA
A sprawling conversation about the importance of creative integrity with modern-day renaissance
Romon Yang.
THINGS YOU CAN’T BUY
“Have a strong brand identity. Stay true to your voice and remain consistent. Do not be dissuaded by things that do not matter.”
ROMON FROM YANG YU HONG
4 METRE PLEATED SKIRT
COLLECTION 3: GHOSTS
BY ROMON YANG
These pieces caused
a bit of controversy on social media, which I found, very entertaining.”
Insight into controversial designs with the self-taught Chinese-Australian designer, Romon.
ROMON FROM YANG YU HONG
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by Julia Liang
ARTIST
BREAKIN’ BAD
DIVE INTO
A
CONVERSATION WITH THE TOP BREAKERS IN AUSTRALIA
BENMX
BENJI COGDELL-BAIRD
“
I’m still learning that breaking isn’t just about dropping sets or moves but the creativity part comes from working out who I am in all of this.”
Meet the youngest breaker in the Olympic Qualifier Series, who achieved an impressive 2nd place in the 2023 WDSF Oceania Breaking Championships.
BENJI COGDELL-BAIRD
THE ARTIST FEATURE
HANNAH BELET
B-GIRL HANNAH
I think Australia needs to level up, and I want to be one of the women to make that happen.”
Meet the 49th ranked breaker in the Olympic Qualifier Series, who achieved an impressive 3rd place in the 2023 WDSF Oceania Breaking Championships; and a stunning 2nd place in the 2024 Red Bull BC One Cypher Australia.
THE ARTIST FEATURE
B-BOY TYDAL
TYDAL
How would you describe your personal style of breakdancing?
“My name Tydal describes my style also.”
TAI MIHAERE
To share stories, knowledge, lessons
and values that we learn from being a part of the
hip-hop culture.”
Meet the co-host breaker of Decypher Culture Cast — who achieved an amazing 5th place in the 2023 WDSF Oceania Breaking Championships; and made it into the Top 16 B-Boys in the 2024 Red Bull BC One Australia.
ALMONTE
ALM
Discover ALMONTE’s exquisitely crafted collection, seamlessly blending the pure simplicity of Japanese minimalism with unashamed individuality.
Each twist of precious metal makes a statement and tells a story, transforming jewelry into wearable art. Rhodium plated for exceptional protection, ALMONTE pieces resist scratches and prevent tarnish, ensuring lasting elegance.
Featuring simple yet impactful designs, our selected pieces make every day feel like an effortless dream. Shop our carefully curated selection of ALMONTE’s finest pieces and experience the elegance and individuality that define your style.
ALMONTE
At the end of the day, you can be as creative as you want, but if no one is buying your products, you don’t have a business.”
Insider advice from Michael Almonte, the Japanese-Filipino jewellery designer, on his design philosophy and brand journey.
MICHAEL FROM ALMONTE
BRONTE
“I want Siren to be the type of jewellery you build an outfit around.”
FROM
SIREN THE LABEL
OUR
NOT!CED, an e-commerce boutique, serves as a dynamic platform dedicated to spotlighting the creativity and ingenuity of emerging Australian fashion designers and artists.
NOT!CED’ redefines traditional retail by blending high-end fashion, streetwear, art, and community into a unified experience.
In this season’s
Issue No. 3 - Special Edition ‘Silver Linings’ Campaign,
We bring together collections from both established and emerging designers to celebrate narratives of style and self-expression.
Our online store becomes a vibrant platform for often-overlooked voices in fashion, transforming our boutique into a rotating gallery that highlights individuality, identity, and creative evolution.
Here, fashion brands will have the opportunity to tell their unique stories, brought to life through NOT!CED’s visionary lens.
Through immersive content, striking visuals, and strategic influencer collaborations, NOT!CED aims to set trends and reshape the way consumers experience fashion within the digital landscape.
OUR CURATION
EDITOR’S NOTE
JULIA LIANG FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR
ISSUE NO. 3 - SPECIAL EDITION AUSTRALIA
NOT!CED presents an inspiring dialogue with Australia’s visionary designers and artists as they reveal the silver linings that fuel their journeys.
Through careful curation, we explore their aspirations, moments of clarity amidst challenges, and the unwavering dedication that brings their dreams to life.
This special edition captures the resilience and brilliance that define their paths, transforming obstacles into art and ambition into reality.
FEATURING THE DESIGNERS FROM ALMONTE A MIDNIGHT VENDETTA DAYONEZ FRAGILE MINDS FRONTCOVER ILL-FATED SIREN THE LABEL TWINQUALIA TWONINESEVEN URBURNEAN YANG YU HONG THE ARTIST
