As one of the most highly anticipated shows of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia, Misha Collection's Resort '17 catwalk offering did not disappoint.
Not least for the presence of Bella Hadid, who opened and closed the show for the Melbourne-based brand in two thigh-skimming outfits.
The 19-year-old It girl dazzled in both, before a front row that included the likes of Kate Peck, Nikki Phillips and Elle Ferguson.
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The model and sister of Gigi Hadid appeared both in a short, pink-coloured corset-style dress and long coat, and a striking, leg-revealing sheer black ensemble that is sure to go to the top of every buyer's shopping list this season.
Bella dominated the show's finale which was played out to Beyonce, when she led out the models who wore nude and black in a scene that looked like something from a Balmain show.
But Bella wasn't the only thing that delighted the crowds.
(Instagram/Misha Collection)
Instead, the entire collection was a hit.
Featuring plenty of structured evening wear and sculptural outfits with delicate ruffles, the collection was a perfect fusion of sleek and sexy.
After Bella opened the show, other models showcased striking trench coats, glitter and dramatic hemlines.
Most rocked a centre parting and neck details, and often the tops were low cut or skirts were hoiked up to the models' thighs.
Unlike some of the other outfits Fashion Week has thrown up so far, however, Misha Collection's offering was often quite wearable.
After the show, Bella appeared on the catwalk with Misha Collection designer, Michelle Aznavorian.
Ms Aznavorian had said previously of Bella's involvement with Fashion Week Australia that:
'Bella Hadid is one of today’s foremost models. Bella has an alluring sense of self, she is both charming and confident.
'Bella is not afraid of making a statement, expressing herself through her thoughtful style choices. She perfectly embodies the Misha Collection woman.'
After stunning Sydney editors and fashion buyers at Carriageworks, we think most would agree.
By Sophie Haslett
