Few photographers captured Australia quite like Rennie Ellis. With an instinct for finding humour, humanity and spectacle in everyday life, his work offers an unfiltered portrait of the country during the 1980s. Originally published by Lothian in 1986, Life's a Parade is one of the standout titles in Ellis's celebrated Life's a... series.

Exploring the energy, creativity and spectacle of Australia's fashion scene, the book showcases Ellis's unique ability to capture both the glamour and the personalities behind it. With his signature wit and curiosity, Ellis turns his lens towards models, stylists and the characters who brought these moments to life, documenting elegant runway presentations alongside the candid scenes unfolding behind the scenes.

A fascinating glimpse into a lesser-known chapter of Australian fashion, Life's a Parade is a vibrant time capsule from one of Australia's most celebrated photographers.