Australian Fashion Week Street Style Highlights: Textured Leather and Felt Take Centre Stage
As the style set flocked to Carriageworks for Australian Fashion Week, one recurring trend stood out beyond the runways: structured accessories in rich, earthy tones. Among the standout pieces spotted on the streets were the latest Katya Komarova handbags, bringing a refreshing take on understated luxury with textured dark green leather and deep chocolate brown wool felt.
The Return of Earth Tones
This season’s street style embraced a shift toward natural textures and tonal layering. Against a backdrop of neutral tailoring, relaxed knits, and soft suiting, Katya Komarova’s new bags added both depth and contrast, grounding each outfit with thoughtful colour and material play.
The new dark green leather pieces provided a cool, moody accent — pairing effortlessly with cream, black, and rust — while the chocolate felt designs introduced warmth and softness, ideal for the cooler months ahead.
Sculptural Form Meets Wearable Function
Praised for their modular design and architectural shapes, Katya Komarova bags remain a favourite among those who prefer timeless over trendy. The collection’s signature silhouettes — including the Baguette Bag Bag and Phone Bag — were reimagined in tactile materials that balance practicality with elegance.
The bags were styled on-site by Katya Komarova, who attended the shows wearing minimal outfits that allowed the accessories to take the spotlight. Whether looped through belt loops or worn crossbody, the bags showed their versatility and quiet impact in a sea of louder looks.
A Moment for Mindful Fashion
With sustainability at the forefront of the industry conversation, this collection echoed the values gaining momentum across Australian fashion. Designed and made in Australia using ethically sourced leather and low-waste felt, the bags stood as a testament to quality over quantity — a message many were ready to embrace.
Add to Your Capsule Wardrobe
With Australian Fashion Week inspiring style choices for the season ahead, now is the perfect time to add texture and tone to your wardrobe. The new Katya Komarova collection brings that perfect intersection of modern style and mindful craftsmanship.
Explore the new arrivals here and shop the looks seen on the streets of Fashion Week.
