Wear the airline

[RooFlyer]

(Couldn't find this posted elsewhere ...)

Good on 'em for the idea, but I don't think I'll be buying ...

Qantas launches range of leisure wear to combat pandemic crisis (Probably paywalled, sorry)

The ongoing quest by airlines to find alternative revenue sources to flying in the devastating COVID crisis, has resulted in Qantas launching a line of leisure wear.

Designed by Martin Grant, the hoodies, sweaters, T-shirts and tote bags, feature the Qantas flying kangaroo logo in various vintages to mark the airline’s centenary year.

Priced from $150 for a T-shirt to $450 for a cashmere sweater, Qantas Loyalty CEO Olivia Wirth predicted the merchandise would be in huge demand from frequent flyers.

“Qantas Frequent Flyers have a great fondness for our brand and heritage,” said Ms Wirth.

“Having our iconic logos appear in such a beautifully designed collection will make this range much sought after for people with a passion for both aviation and fashion.”

 

[Cruiser Elite]

So QF finally catching up to SQ?

 

[Denali]

......Priced from $150 for a T-shirt ...., Qantas Loyalty CEO Olivia Wirth predicted the merchandise would be in huge demand from frequent flyers.
......beautifully designed .....
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Edit, I thought about it and asked myself if I was being too harsh..... nope

 

[LadyC]

Much cheaper to cut the sleeves off my QF pyjamas to make a tshirt- I think $150 is a bit steep!

 

[Denali]

They would be smarter to hock their PJs on ebay at $35 per pair - at least those will sell

 

[craven morehead]

Who needs an airline when you can flog T-Shirts for $150 a piece

 

[AIRwin]

I'm hoping it sells out like the B747 bar carts so I get my ticket refund sooner...

 

[Princess Fiona]

I bought one of the cashmere sweaters. P1 get 25% off.
Love me some bargain cashmere

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

Not paywalled - story here =

Qantas launches new fashion line

First it was $787 flights to nowhere, then you could buy the airline’s old booze trolleys stocked with your favourite wine for close to $1000.

www.news.com.au

The Cashmere sweater will set you back $425 or 73,910 Qantas Points, a Hoodie will cost a cool $275 and their grey sweatshirt a smidge less at $250, while a simple t-shirt will cost you $150.

 

[jakeseven7]

Love the retro logo, logging in now!

 

[RooFlyer]

Not paywalled - story here =

So, sad, skinny people only need apply ... I thought the fashion industry was getting away from that?

 

[AIRwin]

So, sad, skinny people only need apply ... I thought the fashion industry was getting away from that?

Are they QF crew?

 

[BAM1748]

They don't look like the average punter I see flying between Sydney and Whyalla.

 

[Princess Fiona]

Are they QF crew?

Nope models.

 

[docjames]

$150 for a t-shirt? Sheesh. Makes the $450 cashmere sweater look a bargain.

 

[Daver6]

Are they also going to be selling some of the QF branded crack that they must be smoking?

 

[flyingfan]

Is that how much Olivia will pay me to advertise her airline?

 

[JohnM]

Designed by Martin Grant,

Therin lies a fundamental problem...

 

[dajop]

Who needs an airline when you can flog T-Shirts for $150 a piece

Yes, sell an airline ticket between Melbourne and Sydney for $150, margin is what ? $2? Sell a t-shirt for $150, the margin is what? $148?

 

[Katie]

So, sad, skinny people only need apply ... I thought the fashion industry was getting away from that?

Apparently not Martin Grant/this range - I think the other 100th t-shirts, etc, are in a wider range of sizing.

I was checking measurements for the new fancies last night, given there's only S, M, and L sizing.

I was VERY relieved when I realised the 25" chest measurement seems to be from side to side, not a proper dressmaker style all the way around the chest.