The world of fashion never stands still and year after year, trends come and go, while some fashions seem to be timeless. Australian fashion typically follows European and US trends, although that is not always the case; sometimes we take on Kiwi fashion from our closest neighbours, which is natural we think.

Here are a few garments and accessories that Australian women are wearing in Sydney and Melbourne top venues.

• Designer cocktail dresses – Every woman should have a least one designer cocktail dress; a sleek and sexy number best worn with seamless underwear will definitely make you the centre of attention. The best way to buy a stunning designer dress is to search for online boutiques and they have many garments on special offer.
• Floral print summer dresses – Light and airy, cotton floral print summer dresses are all the rage Down Under in 2024, which seems to be the year for rich colour and contrasts. When you shop online, you can shop at your own pace, with no pushy salesgirl trying to get you to make a rushed decision. There are also some cool special offers if you know where to look.
• Straight leg denim jeans – Check out the stunning range of denim jeans by Calvin Kleine; denim is one of those fabrics that never seem to go out of fashion; regular straight leg, narrow leg and high-waisted jeans are always hot, with stonewashed denim also being very popular.
• Jumpsuits – The ultimate in stylish and elegant wear, jumpsuits come in many types of style; they are great for parties and picnics, with long and short sleeve versions. If you are attending a party in the spring and the temperature is still on the chilly side, wearing a jumpsuit keeps you warm and if combined with a wool shawl, you will remain warm when the mercury levels drop.

• Sexy cardigans & sweaters – Aussie wool is the best in the world, of that there is no doubt and wearing a thick cardigan or sweater is perfect for spring/autumn. Search online for retailers of the finest knitted wear and choose something that suits you to a tee. Ideal for winter wear, you must be very careful when washing wool garments as they can easily become damaged.
• Knee length boots – Real leather or suede boots are in with a bang in 2024 and once you own a pair of leather boots, you will always have something chic to wear when going out for the evening. Taylor Swift caused a sensation when she wore shiny red thigh boots at a recent concert. They were a big thing in the swinging sixties and it looks like leather boots are back with a bang!

So, there you have it, an insight into 2024 fashion in Australia and when buying designer garments, shop online for the best prices. Shop at your own pace and when you do find what you are looking for, you should get the best deal.