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A nod to the past, and a wink to the future (or how I got my design inspo).

A nod to the past, and a wink to the future (or how I got my design inspo).

by Melody

Hot pants and booty briefs are to pole dance what vegemite is to toast. A winning combination. That’s how it came to be that I started designing dance and yoga clothes. Since that time my collections have evolved into athleisure and sportswear more broadly, but my obsession has remained on designing for different women’s bodies.

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A nod to the past, and a wink to the future (or how I got my design inspo).

by Melody

Hot pants and booty briefs are to pole dance what vegemite is to toast. A winning combination. That’s how it came to be that I started designing dance and yoga clothes. Since that time my collections have evolved into athleisure and sportswear more broadly, but my obsession has remained on designing for different women’s bodies.

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DOGS OF NEW YORK

DOGS OF NEW YORK

by Melody

Like their humans, the Dogs of New York take on a persona that befits the suburb they live in. Freshly groomed poodles on the prestigious streets of Fifth Avenue and Park Avenue strut along sidewalks, while super-cool chihuahuas dressed in rainbow colours form part of New York's LGBT Pride March. Here I reflect on my observations of my recent trip to New York and a day in the life of the Dogs of New York.

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DOGS OF NEW YORK

by Melody

Like their humans, the Dogs of New York take on a persona that befits the suburb they live in. Freshly groomed poodles on the prestigious streets of Fifth Avenue and Park Avenue strut along sidewalks, while super-cool chihuahuas dressed in rainbow colours form part of New York's LGBT Pride March. Here I reflect on my observations of my recent trip to New York and a day in the life of the Dogs of New York.

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FINDING THE SPACE FOR CREATIVITY

FINDING THE SPACE FOR CREATIVITY

by Melody

As our lives get busier and our days continually filled with things we ‘must get done’, it’s no surprise that for many of us, finding the time to think creatively, or to be creative, gets seemingly harder. In this post, Melody shares lessons learned on how she is cultivating creativity.

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FINDING THE SPACE FOR CREATIVITY

by Melody

As our lives get busier and our days continually filled with things we ‘must get done’, it’s no surprise that for many of us, finding the time to think creatively, or to be creative, gets seemingly harder. In this post, Melody shares lessons learned on how she is cultivating creativity.

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Finding the Perfect Fit for Your Dog

Finding the Perfect Fit for Your Dog

by Melody

Did you know that there are several considerations when selecting the perfect dog jacket, coat or sweater? As a designer and manufacturer of dog apparel, Active Creatures shares some of the key elements owners should consider before buying that next super cute winter dog jacket.

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Finding the Perfect Fit for Your Dog

by Melody

Did you know that there are several considerations when selecting the perfect dog jacket, coat or sweater? As a designer and manufacturer of dog apparel, Active Creatures shares some of the key elements owners should consider before buying that next super cute winter dog jacket.

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Women’s Activewear Leggings: Finding the Perfect Pair

Women’s Activewear Leggings: Finding the Perfect Pair

by Melody

There is no denying that in Australia and around the world, women are in pursuit of the best workout leggings; ones that can withstand the fiercest of gym workouts or be teamed with casual wear to create the ultimate athleisure look. Find out the tips to selecting your perfect pair.

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Women’s Activewear Leggings: Finding the Perfect Pair

by Melody

There is no denying that in Australia and around the world, women are in pursuit of the best workout leggings; ones that can withstand the fiercest of gym workouts or be teamed with casual wear to create the ultimate athleisure look. Find out the tips to selecting your perfect pair.

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Dance Shorts

Dance Shorts

by Melody

When I recount on my childhood there’s two things I clearly remember spending my time doing. Climbing trees with my nine male cousins. And making up dance routines in the lounge room with my (fewer) girl friends.

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Dance Shorts

by Melody

When I recount on my childhood there’s two things I clearly remember spending my time doing. Climbing trees with my nine male cousins. And making up dance routines in the lounge room with my (fewer) girl friends.

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