K I N G S O F C A R N A B Y .

(images via Spook Magazine)

After launching my e-store it was only natural to progress to the next exciting stage for Gary Pepper Vintage, which is incorporating up and coming designers into the "Shop New" section of the store. Ideally I'm aiming to carry smaller designers who can offer my customers something special, not mass-produced and something you can't find at many other places. After months of scouring through lookbook after lookbook, Kings of Carnaby was the breath of fresh air I was desperately searching for and I was so taken by their A/W look book that it only took me a few days before I placed an order for the store.

Kings of Carnaby is a Melbourne based fashion label who "Take inspiration from that of the 1960's English mod era, the collections reflect an elegant, preppy, mod chic look with a modern Melbourne twist". Created by Nick Tologlou and Micael Lamacchia, their items can be described as cute, feminine, and extremely on-trend, with no shortage of pretty pleats, playful frills and peter pans collars. What I love the most about KOC is they've clearly drawn inspiration from vintage past loves but blended them seamlessly with current trends, making them perfect for every Gary Pepper Girl.

This was my first time I'd ever placed a wholesale order with a designer so to be honest I really had no idea what I was doing! It was nerve racking investing money into something new but exhilarating to be learning on my feet again. Luckily Nick from KOC was kind (and patient) enough to walk me through it, calming my nerves and making sure I understood the entire buying process. This is definitely the direction I would like to my store so I can only hope I can continue to expand this "Shop New" section, and of course that you all like what you see!

Pictured above are the new winter dresses arriving in store tomorrow night at 7pm AEST - Falls Dress, Julibee Dress, Vanna Velvet Dress in Maroon and Emerald Green and the Nikola Dress. Prices start at $179 AUD and all items are available in sizes 6 - 14. Be sure to visit the Kings Of Carnaby site here, and follow their Facebook page here to stay up to date with all of their exciting news. Just wait until you see their Spring/Summer range too. Super, super cute and my cup of tea.