The White Suede collection covered all bases with a palate of moody purples and black, then wintry whites and creams, and finally moving on to dreamy dark blues. They even threw in some antique floral prints suitable for winter dressing for good measure. Trench coats featured in the obligatory black and white, but the vibrant blue version is sure to make the wearer stand out. One model cut a sophisticated figure in a violet V-neck blouse tucked into a wearable high-waisted white skirt an outfit to add sexiness to any mundane corporate wardrobe.

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Launching last year, the Nevenka label has switched decades from this seasons 60s trend to more of a 70s vibe. The ladylike designs conjure up memories of springtime using soft pastel floral prints, pussy-bows tied at the neck and a range of lavenders, creams and the odd shot of lipstick pink. A wide shawl-like lapel was a striking feature on one covetable moss green knit dress. The other side to the collection included more sombre versions of the pieces in darker colours. Lace edging and a touch of tartan were features here. But the jury's still out on the quilted, fur-trimmed, metallic vests among an impressive collection.

One Fell Swoop delivered a macabre twist on regular black stockings by printing them with life-size skeletal leg bones (all the way up to the pelvis bones as one see-through pair of pantaloons displayed). That's right, the collection included pantaloons. A creamy incarnation gathered at the sides makes literal the saying 'don't get your knickers in a bunch'. This kind of skilful manipulation of the fabric was also present on dresses, skirts and a corset top with black ribbon details crossing over at the back of the piece. The continuation of One Fell Swoop's Victorian aesthetic included high necklines, frilled collars and lots of cream paired with black. Menswear included a deconstructed tuxedo paired with shorts, and a black and white checked tartan hoodie.

Sü also included some Victorian influences like W.A. mates One Fell Swoop, however in a more refined pared-back way. High necklines were again on the agenda, as were brooches and a whole lot of black. Velvet was the fabric of choice, appearing in a classic modern pantsuit to make a feature of the lapel. Equestrian styling was also an undercurrent of the collection with blazers, ladylike skirts and velvet caps wandering down the runway. Midnight blue and bright red successfully broke up the black, and a canary yellow dress with puffed sleeves made an impressive finale piece for Sü.

Roger Grinstead made a feature of a knitted animalistic print, in two gold and silver variations that appeared on leggings, a high-waisted skirt and an off-the-shoulder dress. (The pattern has also featured on a new mobile phone for those who take their accessorising very seriously.) Another knit pattern was also in heavy rotation this time around, the intricate pattern consisted of striking white and gold geometric shapes. Grinstead mixed in a little Parisian chic with simple shift dresses, berets and a yellow camisole embellished with black bows.

She opened with denim short shorts (though high-waisted by the way) with suspenders and quickly moved onto a leather pinafore with buckled straps yes, Bettina Liano sure does love her braces.  The rock influence continued with a biker-girl-goes-to-the-ball look in a black leather wrap dress that had been softened with buttery folds and gathering in the material, and delicate spaghetti straps. Then the direction changed pace with a floaty, ethereal smock with oversized angel sleeves in a subtle golden hue. A favourite piece was simply a black tube dress with a huge expanse of white ruffle across one shoulder a little bit 80's but statement making nonetheless.

Morrissey's stark yet elegant, black and white floral print works on dresses and tunics for the cooler months. In amongst a handful of his trademark little black dresses was sharp suiting worn with skinny leggings. A sharp, belted, black coat channelled secret agent styling and also came in a less than inconspicuous red version. The collection was capped off with a trip down the runway by a lady in red Sybilla Budd glowed in a satin ruby sheath.

Polka dots, pinstripes and floral prints everywhere it must be the much-lauded Alannah Hill show. The collection is a little edgier this time around with the addition of a leather trench complete with silver chains, and a pair of black shorts with punk tartan stockings. A steel blue strapless dress made a welcome appearance with multiple tiers of cobwebby lace to the knee. A standout piece came in the shape of a figure-hugging skirt suit, completed in bold pinstripes, accessorised with a red waist belt and knee-high, fishnet stockings. The majority of the applause was reserved for Alannah's traditional dancing girls however this time tapping their way to the end of the performance and of course the adorable Miss Hill herself in a fitting finale for a strong showing at Runway Three.