MARIMEKKO MATCHES NATURE WITH PRINT FOR SS15
Finnish design company, Marimekko presented their S/S15 collection recently at Café Paci, a pop-up restaurant by Pasi Petanen in Darlinghurst, Sydney, and showed that traditional summer prints can...
BLOGGER PARTY FEATURE: GEMMA WATTS
As one of Couturing's Fashion Editor's Gemma Watts stays ahead of all the latest trends. To help get you party ready and inspired for the festive season, Gemma shares with us some of her top...
BLOGGER PARTY FEATURE: PAIGE RICHARDS
As one of Couturing Editor's Paige Richards makes it her business to stay on top of the latest trends. She gives us the rundown of her hottest tips for looking great this party season. Paige wears YB...
BLOGGER PARTY FEATURE: EMILY HIGHFIELD
As the Editor of STYLEBK. Emily Highfield loves sharing exquisite imagery and the brilliant artistry of the fashion industry. This makes her the perfect person to share her style and party tips to help...
BLOGGER PARTY FEATURE: JESS ALEKS
One look at Jess Aleks' enviable Instagram account and we knew she'd be perfect for our Blogger Party Feature. Her beautifully styled fashion and beauty inspired flatlays and curve enhancing outfits...
GENERAL PANTS CO. STANDS UP FOR PEACE
This year has shown some of the worst of human nature, and in response, General Pants Co. have launched an unprecedented campaign to make a real difference this Christmas. General Pants Co....
GET YOUR HANDS ON MET GALA HISTORY WITH TOPSHOP
Fashion with a cause is always in style, so it's exciting to hear that TOPSHOP is auctioning off the dresses made for the 2014 MET Ball Gala, and is donating all proceeds going to Fashion Targets Breast...
BLOGGER PARTY FEATURE: DASHA GOLD
As one half of the brains behind TheTrendSpotter, Dasha Gold is in the know with all the hottest styles straight off the runway. We caught up with her to find out how she gets ready for party season. Dasha...
BLOGGER PARTY FEATURE: VYDIA RISHIE
Vydia Rishie has quickly gained a loyal following for her beautifully edited, minimalist style she careful curates on her blog The VR Verdict. We catch up with her to get her tips on surviving the party...
HOLA! DESIGUAL OPENS AT THE STRAND MELBOURNE
Global Spanish fashion brand DESIGUAL launched its first Australian store in Melbourne at The Strand Melbourne with an exclusive launch party. The high street fashion retailer, internationally renowned for...
JOIN THE NEW BRIGADE WITH AUTONOMY
Cult favourite label Autonomy have just released their latest collection, titled the New Brigade, and in turn have created your new summer staples. Subtle branding and muted prints are blended in with their...
SUNGLASS HUT GET SHADY FOR CHRISTMAS
This festive season, Sunglass Hut are encouraging you to 'Unwrap Something Shady' and add premium sunglasses to your wishlists this Christmas. To celebrate the new campaign, Georgia May Jagger the face of...
BEND THE FASHION RULES
When it comes to fashion, to stand out you can't follow the rules. That's not to say you have to be totally outrageous and break every fashion commandment, but why not be daring and be brave enough to bend...
EVERY OUTFIT BEYONCE WEARS IN HER ‘7/11’ VIDEO
Queen Bey. Constantly on the pulse of pop culture and all that defines us. Beyonce is a woman full of surprises- her ability to ignite change within the music and fashion industries has made her a cultural...
HOUSE OF HOLLAND X MRP
Take one of the hottest young British designers, famous for his tongue-in-cheek designs, and add an on-the-rise model with rainbow coloured hair and the scene is seamlessly set for a collaboration perfect for...
ZIMMERMANN CELEBRATES NEW BONDI STORE
Zimmermann opens new Bondi Junction boutique Zimmermann hosted a cocktail party in its Bondi Junction boutique on Thursday night to celebrate the opening of the new store. Guests sipped on Veuve...
ANCIENT GREEK SANDALS LAUNCH JELLY SANDALS
This month Ancient Greek Sandals unveil its first ever jelly sandal for Resort 2015. Crafted out of 100% recyclable rubber, the brand’s iconic winged Ikaria style will be available in two finishes and a wide...
GABRIELLE BROWN LAUNCHES TARGET CAPSULE COLLECTION
Target is helping to ensure the future of Australian fashion shines bright, launching a capsule collection with rising star Gabrielle Brown. As part of Target’s partnership with the 2014 National...
WELCOME EMPORIO ARMANI TO EMPORIUM
Italy has cut Melbourne off another slice of fashion with the arrival of Emporio Armani's first solus menswear store in the world to Melbourne's Emporium. To be expected with a store of its calibre and...
GET INTIMATE WITH BENDON THIS CHRISTMAS
When you think of Christmas presents you’ll be forgiven for conceiving ideas like shoes, bags, accessories or outerwear. Fortunately Bendon have selected choice pieces in their 2014 Christmas Gift Guide...
VICTORIA’S SECRET RUNWAY – BEST MOMENTS REVISITED
If you're in the market for some much needed fitspo to get you to the gym, then you'll be pleased to know the much anticipated Victoria's Secret Runway Show is only a couple of weeks away. Some of the most...
WIN WITH COUTURING AND HIGHPOINT’S STYLE SET
Overwhelmed by choice this season? Let Highpoint's Style Set gurus show you the way! Sarah Singer, Nadia Bartel and Meagan Harding all know what it means to have style, and want to share the secrets with...
JULIA RESTOIN ROITFELD TAKES A SELFIE FOR MANIAMANIA
After successfully fronting MANIAMANIA's campaign for their main line, style icon Julia Restoin Roitfeld has returned to shoot a series of self portraits to celebrate MANIAMANIA's IMMORTALIA by MANIAMANIA fine...
EVERY LOOK FROM THE TAYLOR SWIFT BLANK SPACE VIDEO
I love Taylor Swift. There, I said it. She's everyone's guilty pleasure. She has the knack of creating a song that gets stuck in your head for days. Yes, I'm talking about you We Are Never Getting Back...
WHO IS SEAN O’PRY?
If you don't already know Sean O'Pry's name, then you soon will. This US model appears as Taylor Swift's boyfriend in her latest video for her song Blank Space. If you can tear yourself away from Taylor's epic...
TALKING JEWELLERY WITH CHARLOTTE LYNGGAARD
Ole Lynggaard is synonymous with luxurious, innovative design and with the release of their latest collection, the legacy built since 1963 lives on. We speak to Charlotte Lynggaard, daughter of founder, Ole...
CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS WITH BONDS
No matter where you’re from, Christmas is a time to celebrate with friends and family. It’s a season of fun, festivity, giving and sharing. This Christmas, Bonds launches their first ever Christmas...
INTRODUCING YOUR LATEST GIRL CRUSH, BELLA HADID
Gigi Hadid just took Australia by storm with a whirlwind trip as a guest of Emirates for the Melbourne Cup. And while we are go gaga for the beautiful blonde, it's hard to ignore her equally as gorgeous...
GIVE THE GIFT OF GLITZ WITH THEOUTNET.COM
Believe it or not, Christmas is less than a month away. Luckily, TheOutnet.com is taking some of the stress away, with their annual Holiday Edit and an exclusive collection of accessories for the lover of...
CAMILLA UNVEILS YOUR NEW SUMMER SWIM ESSENTIALS
Summer and Camilla just seem to go hand in hand; from the effortless style of kaftans, to her bold exciting prints, so it's no wonder why the fashion conscious choose her unique designs for their summer...
THE BODYSUIT IS BACK
When you hear the word bodysuit, it's easy to cringe. I know my mind conjures up images of Olivia Newton John in a delightful lycra number, stretching her limbs to Let's Get Physical. Well thanks to Kim...
VISIT PARADISE WITH MAY THE LABEL
Since 2009, MAY the Label has established itself as a leader in youthful, fresh fashion and for the latest collection, they're taking a trip to Paradise. The collection juxtaposes the labels signature...
SEEN AT EMIRATES STAKES DAY
All eyes were on Wolf of Wall Street star Margot Robbie as she returned home for Emirates Stakes Day. Media and VIPs started their day with a Multivitamin Shot in the Swisse Marquee- a welcome (and much...
BEST DRESSED AT EMIRATES STAKES DAY
2014's spring racing carnival comes to a close, with Emirates Stakes Day finishing a week of fun, fashion and finally, some warmer weather. Taking cues from the climate, the colours were bold, bright, and...
GUCCI DOES CUP DAY IN STYLE
Gucci treated their guests to a luxurious trackside experience on Melbourne Cup day. We take a look at some of the best...
OAKS DAY LUXURY AT THE GUCCI PRIVATE SUITE
Gucci turned up the luxury for their Oaks Day celebrations. We round up the best snaps from the...
NADIA BARTEL ON FASHION, RACING AND DRESSING JIMMY
She's become one of Australia's top fashion bloggers, and with one look at Nadia Bartel's blog or social media it's easy to see why. Whether she's styling high street threads or designer clothes, Nadia is...
BEST DRESSED AT CROWN OAKS DAY
Femininity was the word of the day as women ruled the trackside style stakes at Crown Oaks Day- traditionally, Ladies Day. A more relaxed atmosphere descended upon the Flemington Birdcage somewhere between...
WHY THE UK HAS THE MUST-HAVE SPORTSWEAR
Supplying the largest sportswear brands, JD Sports, has been in business for over 30 years. Nike, Adidas, Goi Goi, Converse and Lacoste are just some of the names that all proudly sit under it's stable. So why...
SEEN AT CROWN OAKS DAY 2014
Often called the most fashionable day on the Spring Racing calendar, Crowns Oaks Day, AKA ladies day, saw the Birdcage embrace a more relaxed atmosphere...and guests embracing a more feminine...
ELLE LOUISE – INTRODUCING YOUR NEW FAVOURITE LABEL
In the tough world of fashion, a label has to be constantly challenging itself and growing. Elle Louise is the perfect example of this. We caught up with Elle Louise Creative Director Haley Niven to find out...
BEST DRESSED AT THE 2014 MELBOURNE CUP
In keeping with Melbourne Cup tradition, colour reigned supreme trackside yesterday. Well heeled Birdcage patrons opted for classic racewear silhouettes in modern textures and fresh colour palettes....
SEEN AT MELBOURNE CUP 2014
The Birdcage was the place to see and be seen at this year’s Melbourne Cup. We bring you a round of up all the action at the top marquees. EMIRATES The highlights of the Emirates marquee, apart...
GUCCI HITS HIGH NOTES AT DERBY DAY
Luxury fashion house Gucci celebrated its equestrian heritage with fun and frivolity at the Gucci Private Suite on Derby Day. Gucci hosted VIP clients, media and special guests at the exclusive Gucci Private...
INTERVIEW WITH GIGI HADID
With her flawless skin and to-die for body, Gigi Hadid is our girl crush, fitspo and style icon all rolled into one. Channelling her inner showgirl with her custom pink Alex Perry dress and sparkly star...
MR HOLLAND ON MR MEN
Henry Holland is known for a lot of things; his iconic 'fashion groupie' tees that made the world pay attention, his cheeky, fun aesthetic, and of course, his famous quiff. That quiff has now made its way...
SEEN AT DERBY DAY 2014
The Birdcage was the place to see and be seen at this year's Derby Day. We bring you a round of up all the action at the top marquees. CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE STREET STYLE SHOTS FROM DERBY...
DERBY DAY 2014 STREET STYLE
Despite the fickle Melbourne weather, the fashion and race loving crowd were our in force on the first official day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival. With most sticking to the traditional dress code of black...
SAY GUTEN TAG TO THE EMIRATES MARQUEE
Aontinuing their tradition to celebrate fabulous destinations found on their flight route, Emirates have transformed their Spring Racing marquee into a celebration of all things Germany - complete with slap...
CAN I BORROW THAT? THE TIP THAT WILL CHANGE THE WAY YOU DRESS
We've all been there. Months of planning, searching for the perfect outfit, scouring every department store, boutique and bargain bin, then FINALLY- the perfect dress. We find the shoes, the the clutch, the...
THE LIGHT RIOT – ZIMMERMANN RESORT 2015
A memory that shines with the scorching glare of happiness, recalls echoes of laughter and fondly preserves the best days of summer like they were yesterday. Designer Nicky Zimmermann accesses this...
GET SPRING RACING READY AT MELBOURNE CENTRAL
Cards on the table, I am the most unorganised person when it comes to planning outfits for events, and Spring Racing is no exception. Very rarely do I have Luckily, if you're as unorganised as me,...
GET RACE DAY READY WITH OSCAR HUNT
With the Spring Racing Carnival just days away, many men will be seeking style inspiration to ensure they have a winning look. Enter, Oscar Hunt Tailors; as Melbourne as the Carnival itself, the boys...
CHEYENNE TOZZI IN WANTED SHOES’ 35TH ANNIVERSARY CAMPAIGN
Fashion leading shoe brand Wanted Shoes will celebrate their 35th anniversary by releasing their debut capsule collection designed and produced under the Wanted label. “We were excited to put our own...
UNCONVENTIONAL LOOKS FOR THE NON-TRADITIONAL BRIDE
You're getting married, you've found the perfect location and the guest list is sorted, but you can't bring yourself to leave out your personal style and step into the big white dress; what's a girl to do?...
SOLANGE SET TO SPIN THE DECKS AT THE RACES
Solange Knowles is set to spin the decks as a special guest of Lavazza on Derby Day. Sister of megastar Beyonce, Solange is a music star and style icon in her own right. Known for her love of clashing prints...
WIN TICKETS TO OAKS DAY WITH EMIRATES
We've teamed up with Emirates to give you the chance to win one of TEN double passes to this year's prestigious Crown Oaks Day on the 6th of November. One of the most exciting race days of the season, Crown...
THE MUST-HAVE HEADPIECES THIS SPRING RACING CARNIVAL
When it comes to choosing the perfect spring racing headpiece, the process can be daunting. This season, if you are looking to stand out trackside and want to try something a little different, then a piece...
GET SUMMER READY WITH NTC MELBOURNE CENTRAL
Summer is almost here, and aside from going in search of the perfect new season wardrobe, it's time to get our bodies out of the winter rut and back to being fit and healthy. If you're like me and lack...
NATALIE IMBRUGLIA ON PEARLS, SOCIAL MEDIA AND THE SECRET TO GLOWING SKIN
Natalie Imbruglia was the it-girl of the 90's. Let's face it, who didn't want to be the doe-eye, flawless skinned ingénue with the hit album, rockstar boyfriend and blossoming acting career. Fast-forward 15...
CHRIS HEMSWORTH RETURNS HOME FOR SPRING RACING
One of Australia's top acting exports, Chris Hemsworth, will be returning to Australia as a guest of Johnnie Walker for this year's Melbourne Cup Carnival. Hemsworth will be bringing his rippling physique to...
FARFETCH: GAME ON JAPAN
Inspired by Japan’s homegrown Manga art form, the film combines live action with animation, creating a visually stunning spectacle. Visit farfetch.com and chose your own protagonist, change their looks...
CARA X PHARRELL – COOLEST COLLAB EVER?
Take one It-Brit. Add one hit muso and what do you get? Potentially the coolest music collab of all time. Triple threat Cara Delevingne has already flexed her acting chops, in Anna Karenina and Face of an...
SEEN AT CROWN GOLDEN ALE CAULFIELD CUP
At the 2014 Crown Golden Ale Caulfield Cup last Saturday, Crown Golden Ale played host to 350 special guests in a custom built indoor/outdoor facility at the Caulfield racecourse. The exclusive facility...
INTERVIEW WITH YELLOWGLEN TERRACE AMBASSADOR
This year's Yellowglen Terrance Ambassador Emma Clapham is gearing up for the Melbourne Cup Carnival, and we catch up with her to get the lowdown on her spring racing style tips, fashion faux pas to avoid and...
MARGHERITA MISSONI TO ATTEND DERBY DAY WITH LAVAZZA
International style icon Margherita Maccapani Missoni will be returning to Australia as a guest of Lavazza for Derby Day. Recently here with the Missoni family to launch the successful Missoni for Target...
GUCCI BRINGS A TOUCH OF ITALIAN CLASS TO THE PARIS END OF COLLINS STREET
Kanye West may have asked, “What’s Gucci?” in his song “Ni**as in Paris” but there is no questioning the leading luxury fashion brand Gucci’s presence in the Melbourne CBD, as they bring a touch of...
CAULFIELD CUP BEST DRESSED
Longer hemlines, feminine silhouettes and modern textures were the order of the day at this weekend's Caulfield Cup, with the country's best dressed fillies putting a contemporary spin on traditional race...
EXPRESS YOURSELF WITH ROMANCE WAS BORN & NGV
While countless fashion fiends flock to get a glimpse of Jean Paul Gaultier's exhibit at the National Gallery of Victoria, a pair of designers closer to home have been working on something special for the...
GUARANTEE A WINNER THIS SPRING RACING CARNIVAL WITH SPORTSBET
While Spring Racing has become synonymous with fashion, the beautiful spring weather means it’s become the perfect time to road test new beauty looks! However, finding the time trying to pick up the perfect...
KAREN WALKER EYEWEAR CELEBRATES 10 YEARS
Karen Walker Eyewear celebrated ten years of making faces with a huge birthday bash in Sydney. To mark the milestone, one style from each year have been recreated to make up Celebrate, a limited edition,...
IT’S LADIES TIME AT MELBOURNE WATCH COMPANY
The must-have accessory for women this season is not what you might think. Forgoing the traditional bag of the moment, of statement jewellery, women are flocking to get their hands on a standout timepiece to...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER NGV EXHIBIT RED CARPET
The National Gallery of Victoria celebrated the launch of Jean Paul Gaultier's much anticipated exhibit with a VIP gala launch on Thursday night. Some of the biggest names on the Australian social scene...
EVERYTHING PRECIOUS – PASPALEY LAUNCHES NEW TOUCHSTONE COLLECTION
The premise behind the new Paspaley collection Touchstone, is the concept of everything precious. To celebrate the launch of Touchstone, Paspaley hosted 200 VIPs at the newly opened Stokehouse City in...
IN CONVERSATION WITH JEAN PAUL GAULTIER
As far as couturier's go, there are few more prolific than Jean Paul Gaultier. The Couturing editorial team were honoured to listen to the fashion icon himself prior to the opening of the Australian leg of...
HEIDI KLUM IS GETTING INTIMATE WITH BENDON
Bendon, one of the world's leading intimate apparel companies have just announced an exciting new partnership with supermodel, super mogul, and Project Runway host Heidi Klum - appointing her as the Creative...
GETTING DOWNTOWN CHIC WITH COACH FALL 2014
Coach has always been synonymous with luxury, leather goods since the brand's inception in 1941. But now, with the appointment of new creative director, Stuart Vevers, they're adding a little downtown...
BLUE SAPPHIRE LADIES LUNCHEON STREET STYLE
Although a bit gloomy to start, Melbourne turned on the beautiful weather for the Caulfield Cup Carnival's Blue Sapphire Day. To celebrate the occasion, Caulfield Racecourse played host to over 400 guests at...
FASHION TAKES CENTRE STAGE AT BLUE SAPPHIRE DAY
Racing and fashion took centre stage at this year's Catanach's Jewellers Blue Sapphire Day at Caulfield Racecourse. While Eloping took out the honours on the track, nudging out a determined Sultry Feeling at...
CAULFIELD GUINEAS BEST DRESSED
Colour reigned supreme on track at Caulfield Guineas Day this weekend as Team Couturing wined and dined in the exclusive Champagne Pommery Pegasus Marquee. As we lounged on plush pink couches and...
FOREVER 21 ANNOUNCE FIRST AUSTRALIAN LOCATION
Sydney's Macquarie Centre revealed Forever 21 is the fifth international high street store to take residency at the centre. This will be the American fashion brand’s first Sydney store and will open its...
GUCCI REOPENS IN MELBOURNE
Gucci will be opening the doors of its newly refurbished Melbourne boutique tomorrow. Featuring both a women's and men's boutique in an interior designed by Gucci Creative Director Frida Giannini, the space is...
BEACHES, BIKINIS & BUSINESS: JESSIKA ALLEN OF JETS
You'll know her designs immediately; the sleek, sexy, and fashion forward swimwear favourited by the style set, but now it's time to meet Jessika Allen. Design maven behind JETS, Jessika has turned her...
THURLEY RELEASES BRIDAL COLLECTION
Finding the perfect wedding dress is almost as hard as finding the perfect partner! Particularly if you are not after a traditional design and want something a little more modern and clean there aren't many...
SHE’S BACK: GEMMA WARD IS COUNTRY ROAD’S SUMMER WONDER
The fashion set have been buzzing with excitement since the Prada runway at Paris Fashion Week, and it’s all because of one woman. In case you’ve missed it (but really, how could you have), iconic...
THE LUST LIST FOR EASTLAND
Sally Spratt of The Lust List has quickly garnered a cult following for her beautiful illustrations of lust-worthy products, sure to be on every fashion and beauty lovers wish list. From Chanel bags and Hermes...
MARGOT RETURNS FOR THE SPRING RACING CARNIVAL
Former Neighbours' star and Wolf of Wall Street bombshell Margot Robbie is heading back to Australia as a guest of Swisse for Melbourne's Spring Racing Carnival. Robbie will be attending Emirate's Stakes Day...
GIGI’S COMING TO TOWN
International It-Girl Gigi Hadid is making her way to Australia as a guest of Emirates for the race that stops a nation. The top model and tabloid favourite is no stranger to this country after dating...
THE BARED ESSENTIALS
This spring racing season, everyone is on the hunt for the perfect accompaniment to their outfits. The perfect fascinator, an on-trend clutch, a bronze, not orange spray tan...but what about shoes you can...
GIRL MOST LIKELY – OLIVIA PALERMO COVERS NET-A-PORTER’S THE EDIT
She's the go-to style icon for fashion obsessed women around the globe and for good reason. When it comes to putting an outfit together, no one does it better than Olivia Palermo. Nailing the knack for...
MIMCO’S DEBUTANTES ARE SPRING RACING READY
For fashion fiends, there's one name for haute Spring Racing pieces, and that's Mimco. Launching their lust-worthy range for the season - delightfully titled 'The Debutantes' - at their Chapel Street location,...
USHER IN THE NEW SEASON WITH MOSSMAN
Mossman have welcomed the new season with a bold collection inspired by the magic of a European Summer. Lady-like silhouettes, relaxed striped shirt dresses and accordion pleat tops all conjure up relaxed,...
KILLER CURVES AND LINGERIE
As the Simone Pérèle Curvy Couture Competition draws to a close for another year, Australia have picked their winner, with Alannah Keating taking out the honours. Alannah has not only won a 2 year contract...
MISSONI MADNESS AS FASHION GIANT LAUNCHES COLLABORATION WITH TARGET
Missoni madness descended upon the fashion loving crowd in Australia as the fashion giant officially launched its collaboration with Target today. Thousands swarmed to the 61 Target stores across the country...
THE OUTNET X TEMPERLEY LONDON
Luxury fashion outlet e-tailer, THEOUTNET.COM and Temperley London have joined forces to create an exclusive, limited edition collection of 21 pieces, set to arrive at THE OUTNET.COM on Tuesday, October...