I have just been to the Easton Pearson Archive at the Museum of Brisbane at City Hall in Brisbane. Lydia Pearson and Pam Easton are the world renowned fashion design duo who hail from Brisbane.
I have known the designers since almost the beginning and have followed their careers all the way. I have several pieces that I have bought over the years. I was always delighted to find their designs in fabulous shops on my world travels, Bergdorf Goodman in New York, Browns in London, Biffi in Milan and once in a wonderful boutique in Viareggio.
Come for a walk through the collection.
Pam Easton and Lydia Pearson began their partnership in 1989. Their careers in fashion started in different areas. Lydia’s skills were in pattern making, garment construction and running a workshop. Pamela was skilled in commercial operation, creating ranges and establishing a brand. They managed all aspects of the label together.
Their first shop was established in 1992 beside their Brisbane workshop. They attended Paris Fashion Week every year from 1999. By 2011 their garments were stocked in 140 stores in 24 countries.
Easton Pearson designs are known for the artisanal techniques they employed…intricate embroidery, beading, hand painting and fabric manipulation. One of their overseas workshops was based in Mumbai and worked exclusively for Easton Pearson. It employed 300 workers over the duo’s career.
They maintained transparency in their supply chain and ensured the well being and fair pay of artisans. They were at the forefront of what is now known as “slow fashion”.
Easton Pearson closed in 2016 but their garments are treasured by anyone lucky enough to own them.
The Easton Pearson Archive continues at the Museum of Brisbane until 22nd April 2019.
Open 10.00am – 5.00pm Monday to Thursday and 10.00am – 7.00pm Friday.
Admission $12
Beautifully photographed Debra.
By: Trish Honeywill on February 8, 2019
at 9:47 pm
Thank you. It is a gorgeous exhibition.
By: Debra Kolkka on February 8, 2019
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I think the Oncologist Paul Eliadis donated the collection to the Museum having purchased it
By: Elizabeth Litzow on February 8, 2019
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You are correct. What a wonderful thing to do.
By: Debra Kolkka on February 8, 2019
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Indeed –
By: Elizabeth Litzow on February 8, 2019
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Is it not magnificent? So many beautiful clothes and such inspiration!
By: Eat, drink and be Kerry on February 8, 2019
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It is fabulous. I was happy to see a skirt I have in the exhibition.
By: Debra Kolkka on February 8, 2019
at 10:18 pm
How wonderful! Beautiful pieces to have and wear.
By: Eat, drink and be Kerry on February 8, 2019
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They had such fun with their fabrics and designs – fabulous.
By: Jan on February 8, 2019
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They made many beautiful things.
By: Debra Kolkka on February 9, 2019
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Gorgeous outfits. I could see myself in the green sequin top and striped skirt. 😍
By: anotherday2paradise on February 8, 2019
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It is a stunning outfit.
By: Debra Kolkka on February 9, 2019
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I wouldn’t look good in any of these.
By: aFrankAngle on February 9, 2019
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Don’t be so negative.
By: Debra Kolkka on February 9, 2019
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Touche!
By: aFrankAngle on February 9, 2019
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These pieces are amazingly unique, thank you for sharing with us Debra.
By: www.corneliaweber-photography.com on February 9, 2019
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We were very lucky that they lived and worked in Brisbane
By: Debra Kolkka on February 9, 2019
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And you are lucky to own one of their cloth.
By: www.corneliaweber-photography.com on February 9, 2019
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I saw this exhibition when in Brisbane a few weekends ago and loved it: the embroidered and beaded work particularly. Worth a visit!
By: Margaret Farren-Price on February 9, 2019
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It is a stunning exhibition. It has been very popular I think.
By: Debra Kolkka on February 9, 2019
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That white ensemble with black lace or embroidery appliqué is exquisite
By: Mulino Dominillo on February 9, 2019
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They did exquisite work.
By: Debra Kolkka on February 9, 2019
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wonderful design of cloth
By: aktehossain on February 9, 2019
at 11:31 am
It is indeed.
By: Debra Kolkka on February 9, 2019
at 8:36 pm
What beautiful work, these pieces make me want to dress in a more unique way!
By: Stacy di Anna Pollard on February 9, 2019
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They are very inspiring.
By: Debra Kolkka on February 9, 2019
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