Intuitive, progressive, evolved and body conscious designs influenced by nature, dark minimalism and indigenous art. Intellectually creative yet still maintaining a practical wearability with a point of difference. Darling's design strength lies within her superior cut, fit and experience in handling and constructing stretch fabrics. Toni's palazzo pants are designed to enhance the feminine form.
The use of high end woven wool/lycra fabrics and beautifully detailed handprints have ensured the palazzo pants are a favourite with repeat customers. Darlings love of vintage has seen her range evolve to include ‘reworked’ vintage pieces. All vintage garments are hand sourced one off pieces. Most garments have been subtly reworked to give them a modern appeal whilst still retaining a genuine nod to their era. All Toni Darling designs are proudly made in Australia. The Label
The Toni Darling Label was founded in Dunedin, New Zealand in 1998. Darling initially sold her collections from her Regent Chambers Studio in the Octagon before being selected to join the Dunedin Fashion Incubator in 2001. Toni has shown her collections at NZ Fashion week and at 7 consecutive ID Dunedin Fashion shows. In 2003 Darling opened her flagship store ‘Halo’ in Dunedin’s CBD. Toni operated out of ‘Halo’ for 7 years before moving to Melbourne, Australia in 2010. Today Toni is living on the NSW South Coast where her designs are currently produced.
