The new mum will be sure to spice things up in the front row with a host of events to attend including PFF’s exclusive launch party featuring one of Western Australia’s most coveted designers, Aurelio Costarella on 21 September.
Perth Fashion Festival Director, Mariella Harvey-Hanrahan said PFF is thrilled that Mel B will be attending this year’s Festival and is looking forward to introducing her to the amazing creative talents on offer in WA.
“Mel has a very unique sense of style and she’s not afraid to express herself creatively. With so many WA designers taking to the runway at this year’s Festival we’re confident she’ll be inspired by the diversity of WA’s design talent,†Ms Harvey-Hanrahan said.
“During her time as a Spice Girl, Mel was a role model for millions of girls and her international appeal will help shine the spotlight on PFF and the talented array of designers featuring this year,†Ms Harvey-Hanrahan added.
More than 130 designers will participate in this year’s Festival. Fashion Paramount, PFF’s fashion mecca, will feature stand-alone runway shows by the cream of WA’s fashion talent including Story By Tang, Ae’lkemi and S2. National designers, Yeojin Bae and Magdalena Velevska will also be joining the WA talent at Paramount this year.
Since the Spice Girls, Mel B has pursued a solo recording career, made an appearance on US Dancing With The Stars, starred in her own reality show, Mel B: It’s A Scary World and is currently fronting as a judge on Australia’s X-Factor.
The Perth Fashion Festival calendar includes over 40 free, ticketed and invitation-only high fashion events.
Perth Fashion Festival will take place from 21 – 27 September 2011.
