Influencers flock to rub shoulders with Jesinta Franklin
Elliot Garnaut, Jesinta Franklin & Michael Brown at CQ Front Row. Picture: John Koh / The West Australian
Model Jesinta Franklin, stylist Elliot Garnaut and make-up artist Michael Brown came together at Claremont Quarter to reveal their tried-and-tested tips for style and beauty trends, not to mention the unexpected product that will achieve the coveted wet-look hairstyle.
After the trio presented on stage — with Brown revealing that lubricant gets the perfect fresh-out-of-the-sea look — models hit the runway in autumn-winter fashion.
A stylish crowd filled the front row, with Mi Scusi providing post-runway snacks.
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