James Street has welcomed its latest addition to the lifestyle precinct with the launch of Elka Collective. The brand celebrated the opening with an intimate event in store on Thursday, 2 October. Guests were treated to an exclusive preview of the collection, with drinks in hand. Elka Collective is known for its tailored yet relaxed aesthetic, using soft cottons, silks and linens, and natural fibres. The boutique showcases and celebrates Australian design, with pieces by up and coming creatives on display, lighting by designers Coco Reynolds and Ross Gardam, and furniture pieces custom designed by Courtney Price.

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