Trinity on trend
Mullets, shoulder pads, suits on the Bul and knee-high socks at Juttoddie. Trinity has seen its fair share of fashions come and go … and come back again (Mr Mullet, is that you parading around our Dining Hall in 2022?)
Here are some of the fashions we rocked and some we’d rather forget.
The College Jesters on the Bulpadock, 2021.
The College Jesters on the Bulpadock, 2021.
The 1977 swimming team. Trinity College Archives, MM 001969
The 1977 swimming team. Trinity College Archives, MM 001969
College students posing for the camera at the night athletics, University of Melbourne, 1999. Trinity College Archives, MM 001570
College students posing for the camera at the night athletics, University of Melbourne, 1999. Trinity College Archives, MM 001570
Students in the Dining Hall, 1976. Trinity College Archives, MM 003737
Students in the Dining Hall, 1976. Trinity College Archives, MM 003737
Trinity rowing crew in front of Clarke Building, 1898. Trinity College Archives, MM 002778
Trinity rowing crew in front of Clarke Building, 1898. Trinity College Archives, MM 002778
Students at the Residential College Sports Ball held at Bobby McGee's, 2015. Trinity College Archives, MM 007097
Students at the Residential College Sports Ball held at Bobby McGee's, 2015. Trinity College Archives, MM 007097
'Too many drinks before dinner' - a group of students partying in Behan Building, 1957. Trinity College Archives, MM 000262
'Too many drinks before dinner' - a group of students partying in Behan Building, 1957. Trinity College Archives, MM 000262
Women's hockey team in front of the Leeper Building, 1977. Trinity College Archives, MM 001965
Women's hockey team in front of the Leeper Building, 1977. Trinity College Archives, MM 001965
Theological staff and friends of the College gather on the Bulpadock in 2016.
Theological staff and friends of the College gather on the Bulpadock in 2016.
Students seated in the Dining Hall at a black-tie event, 1980s. Trinity College Archives, MM 005369
Students seated in the Dining Hall at a black-tie event, 1980s. Trinity College Archives, MM 005369
Students in the Dining Hall, 2017. Trinity College Archives, MM 004628
Students in the Dining Hall, 2017. Trinity College Archives, MM 004628
1931, when stylish cream knits were considered appropriate attire for a game of tennis in the Australian summer.
1931, when stylish cream knits were considered appropriate attire for a game of tennis in the Australian summer.
Big hair, big shoulders, big smiles. A blur for some, the 1980s were quite the fashion statement. Trinity College Archives, MM 001007.
Big hair, big shoulders, big smiles. A blur for some, the 1980s were quite the fashion statement. Trinity College Archives, MM 001007.
When the rowers headed interstate for training in the early 1930s, they always looked sharp in collegiate blazers. Trinity College Archives, MM 004754
When the rowers headed interstate for training in the early 1930s, they always looked sharp in collegiate blazers. Trinity College Archives, MM 004754
Posing for an album cover before albums even existed. College 'gents' lounging around the Oak, c, 1920. Trinity College Archives, MM 003087.
Posing for an album cover before albums even existed. College 'gents' lounging around the Oak, c, 1920. Trinity College Archives, MM 003087.
Trinity College Foundation Studies students gather for a photo at the 2012 Fair Dinkum event on the Bulpadock.
Trinity College Foundation Studies students gather for a photo at the 2012 Fair Dinkum event on the Bulpadock.
Queenslander Gilbert See Poy (TC 1925) takes in the view from atop the Clarke Building, late 1920s.
Queenslander Gilbert See Poy (TC 1925) takes in the view from atop the Clarke Building, late 1920s.
Some strong '90s fashion vibes here: the white jeans, the patterned jumper, the soft-wash leather jacket. These Foundation Studies students understood the brief.
Some strong '90s fashion vibes here: the white jeans, the patterned jumper, the soft-wash leather jacket. These Foundation Studies students understood the brief.
The official party of dignitaries keeping it formal at the laying of the Chapel foundation stone, September 1914. Trinity College Archives, MM 001756.
The official party of dignitaries keeping it formal at the laying of the Chapel foundation stone, September 1914. Trinity College Archives, MM 001756.
Short dresses and knee-high socks or boots were flavour of the day at Juttoddie in 1968.
Short dresses and knee-high socks or boots were flavour of the day at Juttoddie in 1968.
Variations of the 'candystripe' in the '90s.
Variations of the 'candystripe' in the '90s.
Because posing across the boot of a car has never tired; students gather at the front of Leeper Building in the mid-1970s.
Because posing across the boot of a car has never tired; students gather at the front of Leeper Building in the mid-1970s.
Tweed blazers, woollen knits, plus-fours and pipes were standard fair for the rowing crew in the 1920s.
Tweed blazers, woollen knits, plus-fours and pipes were standard fair for the rowing crew in the 1920s.
The Behan balcony has always been a popular hang-out spot for generations of students. Trinity College Archives, MM 001288
The Behan balcony has always been a popular hang-out spot for generations of students. Trinity College Archives, MM 001288
Floral prints, wide legged pant-suits - the late 1960s was a carefree time at Trinity.
Floral prints, wide legged pant-suits - the late 1960s was a carefree time at Trinity.
1876: when mortar boards and academic gowns were just part of daily attire for the budding academic. Trinity College Archives, MM 00200.
1876: when mortar boards and academic gowns were just part of daily attire for the budding academic. Trinity College Archives, MM 00200.
Trinity College Foundation Studies students giving a drama performance for their colleagues, 1993.
Trinity College Foundation Studies students giving a drama performance for their colleagues, 1993.
Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Trinity students in 2021 find much to smile about - friendship, camaraderie and a supportive community.
Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Trinity students in 2021 find much to smile about - friendship, camaraderie and a supportive community.
Megha Kapoor
Meet Oakleaf Awardee Megha Kapoor (TC 2004).
CONTENTS
TIMELINE
FROM THEN TO NOW
This is how Trinity College's story has unfolded.
COLLEGE NEWS
NEWS
A snapshot of 2022....and what a special year it was.
OBITS
We are saddened to acknowledge the passing of Trinity alumni and friends during 2022.
ART AND CULTURE
TRINITY UP IN LIGHTS
Trinitarians have been taking to the stage since the late 19th century. We look at the trajectory of Trinity's performing arts scene.
We explore how Trinity came to hold such a diverse and impressive art collection.
DR CALVIN BOWMAN
Meet Calvin, an Oakleaf Awardee.
SPORT
The rivalry between Trinity and Ormond can be traced right back to the beginning.
TIGER WOO!
It doesn't matter if you're a champion athlete or the type who works out rules on the fly, there's a place for everyone on the Trinity team.
GILLON MCLACHLAN
Meet Gillon, an Oakleaf Awardee.
LEADERSHIP
MERCURY RISING
Andrew Prentice shares his journey to become one of the world's leading experts on the formation of the solar system.
ON BEING 'EDUCATION PEOPLE'
Dr Denis White served as Executive Director of Trinity College's Foundation Studies during the program's foundational years and his leadership played an integral role in setting our Pathways School up for success.
TAKING A HOLISTIC VIEW
From its earliest days, Trinity College has aimed to offer students a well-rounded education. Warden and CEO Ken Hinchcliff (TC 1976) explains what this means and the impact it has on our future leaders.
JEROME CUBILLO
Meet Jerome, an Oakleaf Awardee.
FAITH
EXPRESSING ANGLICAN IDENTITY
The Archbishop of Melbourne, the Most Revd Dr Philip Freier, reflects on the history of the Trinity College Theological School.
A MATTER OF FAITH
We look at the influence of chaplaincy and religious worship throughout Trinity's history.
THE REVEREND JENNY INGLIS
Meet Jenny, an Oakleaf Awardee.
FASHION
TRINITY ON TREND
TRINITY ON TREND
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