History
1987
In September 1987, Scanlan Theodore celebrated the grand opening of the original flagship boutique on Chapel Street, South Yarra. The boutique was designed by close friend of the brand, Australian interior designer Don McQualter of Studio McQualter.
The design direction was to create an atmosphere of established sensibility. Design details included trumpet like lances protruding from the façade, ornate wrought iron throughout the boutique by metalworker Karl Millard, glass panels above the window by Gerhardt Emmerichs, a mosaic of hand painted tiles by Bern Emmerichs, metal tables by Tony Pentano and Alice in Wonderland high back chair upholstered by George Weiss.
Campaign image photographed by Peter Rosetzky.
Gary Theodore and Fiona Scanlan photographed in the brand’s first boutique.
1987
The original Scanlan Theodore logo was designed in 1987 by Robert Pearce. Robert was one of Melbourne’s legendary graphic designers. Also, a founding member of the Fashion Design Council (FDC), a leading advocate body for emerging and innovative fashion designers from 1983-1993.
1989
Scanlan Theodore’s debut runway at the International Wool Secretariat Cour Carre du Louvre show in Paris, France.
1989
Elle MacPherson photographed by Graham Shearer for Vogue Australia’s 30th anniversary.
1994
Summer ‘94 campaign photographed by Ross Bird.
1998
Sarah Murdoch photographed by James Houston for Vogue Australia.
1998
Devon Aoki shot by Eric Traore for Summer ‘98.
2000
Australian Fashion Week.
2001
Scanlan Theodore introduces Crepe Knit to the Ready To Wear collection. Crafted with an Italian-sourced, sustainable yarn, the now signature fabrication was first developed in Australia exclusively for the brand.
Photographed by Andrew Cohen for Summer '15.
2003
Scanlan Theodore was proud to be selected as a designer, and contributor for Tutu: Designing For Dance. In collaboration with Myer, the National Gallery of Victoria, and the Australian Ballet, the exhibition feature eight tutus created by some of Australia’s leading designers, showcasing sculptural and contemporary interpretation of the dance costume.
2009
Scanlan Theodore partnered with Barbie to host a miniature runway exhibition showcasing the AW’09 Collection. Joining Chanel, Dior and Maison Martin Margiela, Scanlan Theodore’s runway celebrated Barbie’s 50th birthday at The National Gallery of Victoria exhibition, Barbie Forever.
2010
Erin Wasson photographed by Nan Goldin for Summer ‘10.
2018
Scanlan Theodore unveiled its first international boutique in the Flatiron district, New York City.
2022
Scanlan Theodore introduced ‘In Scanlan’, an established content series showcasing hand picked talent. Using storytelling and human interest to share the aspirational stories of those who inspire Scanlan Theodore.