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Day two of Fashion Week Australia Resort 20 kicked off in spectacular style on Monday morning after  Australian designer Aje wowed onlookers with a striking launch on Sunday afternoon. 

Bec + Bridge impressed with an earthy collection of florals, dusty shades, silks and feminine cuts while P.E Nation offered a glimpse at the weird and wonderful activewear and athleisure trends set to grace the streets in coming seasons. 

At midday, beloved Australian label Tigerlily returned to the Fashion Week runway after 17 years with a chic new collection - complete with a hot pink linen suit, whimsical white numbers and pieces stamped with feminine floral designs. 

Attendees and street style icons also showcased an array of weird and wonderful looks, with 'frowers' pulling out all the sartorial stops to ensure they stood out from the rest. 

Monday concluded with outstanding shows from Jonathan Simkhai and Bassike - both held offsite. 

Bambi Northwood-Blyth (left) picked dark brown knee boots to wear with her laser-cut lace white shirt and dress, while E! host Ksenija Lukich (right) wore a neon Bec and Bridge top with trousers by the same brand

Brown was a dominant trend on day two, with both Phoebe Burgess (right) and Sammy Robinson (left) opting for burnt hues, nude colours and oversized coats. Amber Sherlock (centre) threw a Camilla and Marc brown coat over her white Alexander McQueen dress

On the more unusual side of things on day two, model Sarah Ellen opted for a dress that she said made her look like 'a human paddle pop' (left), while Olympia Valance opted for a pastel blue cut-out dress with a suede blue jacket worn off her shoulders (right)

BEC + BRIDGE 

This year's collection titled 'Wipe Out' is a 70s inspired collection drawing on the feminine shapes and earthy prints this era is famed for. We're talking flares, peasant-style skirts and jumpsuits. 

Inspired by the glassy swells of SoCal's legendary beaches and the backdrop of their local Sydney shores, Bec + Bridge paid homage to a freewheeling paradise, throwing back to the myth and magic of the iconic late 60's and early 70's surf culture. 

One of the most notable fashion moments was when a model stepped out in black and white mismatching boots, showing off her dual coloured long sleeved shirt.

The mini hemlines will certainly be making their mark this season, as well as rich and sun kissed colours in deep tones of rust and mustard, accented with shades of violet and ivory.

The iconic Australian brand was awash with patent leather, earthy floral prints, printed flares and floaty silks in delicious cream (pictured) and lilac colours

A pop of ski blue! These ladies trounced the soft, cloud-like catwalk wearing different variations of a very bright top

Pumping it out in purple: Patent leather dresses and skirts were a cool concept separate from the silken ones strutting the runway on Monday morning

One of the most memorable fashion moments was when a model stepped out in black and white mismatching boots, showing off her dual coloured long sleeved shirt

P.E NATION 

This edgy activewear produced by designer Pip Edwards is always a highlight at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week and 2019 left no one in the audience disappointed.

The designer started the show with swimwear pieces drenched in makeshift rain. Naturally they had statement caps to keep their scalp dry.

There was a very obviously 80s vibe to the eclectic pieces, including tracksuit pants and brightly coloured crops. 

But the resort collection still embodied the modern edge that Pip Edwards is known for.

The company started their show with swimwear pieces and even showed how practical they are by showering the models with makeshift rain. Naturally they had statement caps to keep their scalp dry

Let's get physical! Long socks were all the rage at P.E Nation with printed dots and oversized puffer jackets causing a stir

Red riding hood: While there was no wolf in sight these tangerine coloured dream outfits could certainly be worn outside in the woods

Hot pink: This colour scheme is where the 80s party really started with the brand - complete with statement t-shirts and varied short lengths

Let's work: These looks took the gym wear to the office with hoodies and oversized sweatshirts

Electric dreams: Why wear your jacket done up when you can use it as the perfect off-the-shoulder top?

TIGERLILY 

They returned to the stage after a 17-year hiatus to debut a slightly different look to their usual itsy-bitsy bikinis.

Tigerlily CEO Chris Buchanan said this was the best time to come back, considering the brand was gearing up for their 20th anniversary in the coming years.

'In brand terms, it is a renaissance. We felt the time was right to return to the catwalk,' he told AAP.

'Tigerlily is one of Australia's most admired and respected brands however a common misconception is that Tigerlily offers swimwear only.

'At Fashion Week, we will be presenting a more elevated apparel offering - think linens, silks and luxe fabrications, new swim silhouettes with classic Tigerlily prints.' 

The mood is playful and fresh, building on ice-cream pastels, aqua, sunset pinks and oranges. There are high voltage moments, but there is also a number of muted tones and crochet designs.

Coconut buttons, raffia accessories and retro shirring add a nostalgic touch to the collection which is paired back with gingham.

Let's talk about spots: Longer lengths were a trend at the Tigerlily show with dark navy a standout of the bunch

White and bright! These dresses made for the perfect summer staple, but the crochet number didn't leave much to the imagination

Bold as can be! Tigerlily did mix things up with some statement colour pieces, which debuted for the resort line

Paisley coloured dreams: Floral accents were the it-thing at Tigerlily, particularly with their mini lengths