Kate Sylvester’s design is independent and intelligent. An irreverent classicist, Kate balances her love of tailoring and historical reference with a provocative, ironic wit and resolutely modern vision. Known for her immaculate tailoring, high concept shows and conceptual collections, Kate Sylvester’s clothes are sophisticated, feminine, ironic and loved by women who are creative, individual and independent. Our customer is smart enough to know that it’s far more provocative and stylish to be subtly sexy and have a sense of humour about dressing up.

Highly anticipated events, Kate Sylvester shows are received with much acclaim and constantly feature as highlights with local and international media, who love Kate’s conceptual strength as a designer. Also a huge hit commercially, retailers love Kate’s clothes because they are made for living. Taken apart, each collection is defiantly wearable with timeless pieces that transcend the seasons.

Following a childhood steeped in dress-ups, Kate’s first commercial venture designing and selling clothes was at the young age of 14, culminating in launching her eponymous label in 1993 in partnership with Wayne Conway.

Today the label boasts 3 main lines – Kate Sylvester Womenswear and her naughty little sister Sylvester, the recently launched Menswear collection – as well as eyewear and footwear. The brand also now has an established sustainability policy including a commitment to onshore production and an ever expanding stable of ethical and organic fabric options.

Kate sees her brand as an ever evolving ever expanding experiment in design, form and function.