Source: sunshinecoastdaily.com

These couture creations designed by two Coast high school students have been selected as finalists in this weekend's Ambiwerra Festival fashion awards in Brisbane.

Both girls were forced to use their mind's eye as their designs were inspired by alcoholic drinks, champagne and merlot — and neither of them is lawfully allowed to drink.

Melinda Toomey and Sarah Kalwy are busy this week like mad putting the finishing touches on their creations which had to match the festival's food, wine and jazz theme.

Both girls say they are besieged at the view of their clothes appearing at the festival on Sunday.