The Year 2012 was definitely a memorable one for Craig Braybrook Couture, cementing Braybrook’s reputation as one of the most accomplished Couture designers in Australia. At the 2012 Emirates Melbourne Cup, Craig Braybrook Couture took out the prestigious Fashions on the Field Designer Category with his yellow and white mod-inspired creation, which was a nod to the Sixties; Fashions on the Field w
as introduced at Flemington in 1962. He also won in 2009 and this outfit was featured as a part of the ‘Racing Style - 50 Years of Fashions on the Field’ Exhibition, which launched in October 2012 at the National Sports Museum in Melbourne, Australia. The book ‘Fashion & Flemington: A Carnival of Creativity, Culture, Class and Celebrity’ was also released in 2012 celebrating the Golden Anniversary of Fashions on the Field and it featured the eye-catching and colourful 2008 Craig Braybrook Couture Designer entry. The success continued in 2012 at the Australian Fashion Awards where Craig Braybrook Couture won Bridal Gown of the Year. Also in 2012, Craig Braybrook Couture was appointed the Designer for the Evening Gown of the International Miss Universe Competition for Australian Finalist Renae Ayris who finished in the Top 5 representing Australia. The Craig Braybrook Couture gown had an amazing response from judges and viewers around the world and was amongst the favourite by online media. As one of Australia’s leading design Couturiers, each Craig Braybrook Couture gown is made-to-measure for his clients, and an impeccable fit has become the trademark of the brand. Craig Braybrook Couture has an extensive collection of Bridal and Evening Gown designs which range from slinky and chic to extravagant ball gown. His attention to detail whether it be bead-encrusted fabric or delicate hand-pleating is sublime, however it is his beautiful workmanship of his ‘classic yet often sexy with a contemporary twist designs’ that sets himself apart from his counterparts. Craig Braybrook Couture is based in an intimate Warehouse Studio in Collingwood where Craig’s dedication to making his clients feel special continues, as he has done so for the last 30 years. His down-to-earth approach with his clients is what brings them back for more, satisfying their love of Couture. For Braybrook it’s not just about making a beautiful gown, it’s about the ‘Craig Braybrook Couture Experience’.