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Author: Katherine Ng

Katherine is not your typical Beauty Editor. Finance consultant by day and beauty and fashion addict at all other times, Katherine spends her hard-earned money helping the Australian and international economy with her never ending pursuit of everything pretty. A keen traveller, Katherine still holds dear her Melbourne roots with an overflowing wardrobe filled with black clothes, shoes and handbags. Katherine also has a deep love of food and wine, and you can find those adventures on instagram at @thegreedykat Email: kath@couturing.com Twitter: @kath_couturing Instagram: @kath_ng
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BEAUTY LOOKS AT THE ROYAL BOTANIC RUNWAY

Melbourne’s Royal Botanical Gardens lit up last Thursday night with beautifully dressed models floating down the circular catwalk at Guilfoyle’s Volcano for…

By Katherine Ng · 5 min read

Food & Drink

WHERE FOOD & ART MEET: THE MOSSGREEN TEAROOMS

Melbourne’s iconic art gallery and Auction house, Mossgreen, has opened a stylish new eatery in its…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

TOP 3 WEEKEND OUTDOOR DRINKING SPOTS

Looking for different places to try this weekend for a drink or two? Couturing has three great…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

PERONI AT THE ST GEORGE OPEN AIR CINEMA
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PERONI AT THE ST GEORGE OPEN AIR CINEMA

Peroni Nastro Azzurro, the number one Italian beer, celebrated the brands fifth year as a major sponsor…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

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GUINOT BEAUTE NEUVE FACIAL TREATMENT

Looking for something to give your skin a boost? Look no further than Guinot’s Beaute Neuve…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

Food & Drink

JOE’S BAR AND DINING HALL – SMOKIN’ HOT

Texas BBQ and burgers seem to be the food du jour as of late with food…

By Katherine Ng · 4 min read

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WHAT’S IN YOUR MAKEUP BAG: GRETEL SCARLETT FROM GREASE THE MUSICAL

Couturing catches up with actress Gretal Scarlett, who is currently starring as Sandy in Grease –…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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TRIED & TESTED: THE BENEFIT OF BROWS

“Eyebrows frame the face”… we’ve all heard it many times before, however how many of us…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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2014 JEEP PORTSEA POLO – THE PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO VIP MARQUEE

The 2014 Jeep Portsea Polo lived up to its reputation as one of the most unique…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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JEEP PORTSEA POLO

The social event of the summer is on again this weekend in the beautiful seaside city…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

THE EMERSON – DINING WITH A VIEW

Melbourne’s latest hot spot, The Emerson, has been setting tongues wagging as the latest must-visit place…

By Katherine Ng · 4 min read

News

AVOID A #TOTESAWKSXMAS WITH TARGET THIS FESTIVE SEASON

Everyone can relate to those family Christmas’ where there are some seriously awkward photos taken with…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

VEUVE CLICQUOT’S AIRSTREAM POP UP BAR

Looking for a great drinking venue by the Yarra? Look no further than Veuve Clicquot’s Airstream…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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TOP BABY SKINCARE PRODUCTS

At Couturing our focus has been on women’s and men’s skincare, but let’s not forget babies!…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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TRIED & TESTED: AROMABABY

When you’re a new mum, it’s sometimes difficult to know what is good for your little…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

LA BELLE MIETTE – MACARONS TO DIE FOR

No matter what people say, the Macaron craze isn’t over, especially when you have deliciously beautiful…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

Food & Drink

GET READY FOR SUMMER WITH REKORDERLIG

Get ready for Summer, with Rekorderlig’s specially created pack this season which is perfect for sharing! Inspired…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

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MOVEMBER – SHAVE IT OFF WITH AMERICAN CREW

For all those selfless men who have grown your mo’ as a part of Movember, are…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

Food & Drink

GALLIANO’S BOCCE LANES AT TASTE OF MELBOURNE

GALLIANO, the sophisticated Italian liqueur of choice, will be bringing a taste of Italy to the…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

MORE THAN JUST FASHION & FRIVOLITY: FOOD AT THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

Melbourne Cup Carnival is more than just fashion, frivolity and fun. It’s also about the food,…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

FINISH THE YEAR WITH ‘A TOUCH OF….HIGH TEA’ BY BURSARIA

Celebrate the last of ‘A Touch Of…’ High Tea with a twist, making this High Tea…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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FLORABOTANICA BY BALENCIAGA

Actress Kristen Stewart is the face of Florabotanica’s new advertising campaign, shot by Craig McDean. The…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

Fashion

SPRING RACING: MELBOURNE CUP DAY

Melbourne turned it up a notch with gloriously perfect weather for Melbourne Cup day, perfect for…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

THE BLUE ROOM BY ABSOLUT

Absolut put the ‘Art’ into party last week as it transformed new Melbourne hot spot, The…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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ESSIE: LIMITED EDITION SUMMER COLOUR NAIL COLLECTION

Cult nail brand essie has launched a limited edition Summer collection, inspired by essie’s home town…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

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BEAUTY TIPS FOR SPRING RACING

It’s a big week of Spring racing starting this Saturday with the AAMI Victoria Derby Day.…

By Katherine Ng · 4 min read

Food & Drink

BAR SCHWEPPES AT THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

Schweppes is bringing a twist to the Birdcage during Melbourne Cup Carnival, with a unique marquee…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

LAVAZZA SERVES UP AUSTRALIAN’S FINEST ITALIAN CHEFS AT THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

Lavazza is serving up some fantastic Italian fare in the Birdcage during Melbourne Cup Carnival with…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

Food & Drink

REVIEW: THEIC TEA BAR

Tea lovers rejoice! The opening of Theic Tea Bar in Collingwood has brought speciality tea to…

By Katherine Ng · 4 min read

Arts & Entertainment

SUPERGRAPH 2014 – AUSTRALIA’S CONTEMPORARY GRAPHIC ART FAIR – ROUND 2 SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW OPEN

SUPERGRAPH, Australia’s Contemporary Graphic Art Fair, is excited to take place for the first time at The…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

Event

LAVAZZA SPRINGING INTO STYLE DURING THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

This year, it’s not just the quality Italian coffee that Lavazza will be serving up during…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

Events and Runways

IM LINGERIE OPENS NEW BOUTIQUE AT CROWN

Im Lingerie, Australia’s luxury lingerie, sleepwear and swimwear retailer has opened its luxurious new boutique at Melbourne’s…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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BEAUTY NEWS – KEVIN MURPHY

KEVIN.MURPHY is hitting high notes on the small screen in Hollywood with the hairstylists of some…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

Food & Drink

REVIEW: 90 SECONDI. 400 GRADI. PERFECT ITALIAN

90 Secondi. 400 Gradi. These are Johnny Di Francesco’s two pizzeria e cucinas located in the Docklands…

By Katherine Ng · 4 min read

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BEAUTY FROM THE INSIDE OUT

There’s the old adage that Beauty comes from the inside out. Sometimes it’s easy to forget…

By Katherine Ng · 4 min read

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KATY PERRY LAUNCHES NEW FRAGRANCE “KILLER QUEEN”

Katy Perry has launched her new fragrance, Killer Queen, a strikingly gorgeous fragrance that captures Katy’s…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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DOWNTOWN THE NEW FRAGRANCE FOR HER BY CALVIN KLEIN

Calvin Klein has released a new fragrance for her, DOWNTOWN, featuring Rooney Mara as the face…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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SHIMMER.SHINE BY KEVIN.MURPHY

There’s been shimmer and there’s been shine, but now there’s KEVIN.MURPHY’s SHIMMER.SHINE, a perfect match for…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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GEORGIA MAY JAGGER FOR RIMMEL LONDON – SCANDALEYES MASCARA AND LINER

Rimmel London is about to get swinging! Get ready for outrageously wide eyed volume and fanned out…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

1806 WINS 2 BAR AWARDS

Iconic Melbourne bar, 1806, won two Bartender Magazine Bar Awards recently, after being nominated for an…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

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RATIONALE SKINCARE CLINIC LAUNCH

Rationale skincare, Australia’s top selling medical skin care range, launched its latest clinic in Toorak Village last week with…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Arts & Entertainment

SUPERGRAPH – CONTEMPORARY GRAPHIC ART FAIR

SUPERGRAPH, Australia’s Contemporary Graphic Art Fair, is excited to take place for the first time at The…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

YELLOWGLEN COLLABORATES WITH SAMANTHA WILLS TO LAUNCH YELLOWGLEN HOUSE
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YELLOWGLEN COLLABORATES WITH SAMANTHA WILLS TO LAUNCH YELLOWGLEN HOUSE

New York based Jewellery designer, Samantha Wills, joined race-goers trackside at Flemington on Saturday for the…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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THE FLEMINGTON FLING COCKTAIL

An iconic cocktail that can be recreated at home, the signature Schweppes Flemington Fling is the perfect…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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PHILOSOPHY MIRACLE WORKER ANTI-AGING PADS

Don’t let your skin reveal your age. Let it reflect your ageless beauty Philosophy’s Miracle Worker…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

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THE SCHWEPPES FLEMINGTON FLING BAR AT THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

The one place you need to visit during the 2013 Melbourne Cup Carnival (aside from the…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

Arts & Entertainment

OPENING GALA NIGHT OF THE 2013 LAVAZZA ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL

The 2013 Lavazza Italian film festival kicked off last night, with festival ambassador, Supermodel Nicole Trunfio,…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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THE BEAUTY TOOL YOU NEED – CLARISONIC SKIN CLEANSING SYSTEM

“The Power to be Beautiful” Beauty lovers worldwide have fallen in love with the Clarisonic brush,…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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2013 LAVAZZA ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL

The 2013 Lavazza Italian Film Festival begins today with the Festival’s Gala opening tonight in Melbourne…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

GAZI – STYLISH STREET FOOD

There are two things you notice when you first walk into George Calombaris’ new venture, Gazi.…

By Katherine Ng · 4 min read

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NEW YORK FASHION WEEK 2013 – HOT HAIR TRENDS

Redken Creative Consultant, Guido Palau, was one busy man during New York Fashion week creating amazing…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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MATRIX BIOLAGE EXQUISITE OILS IN FULL BLOOM

Following the success of the Exquisite Oil Replenishing Treatment, Matrix has perfected the power of oils creating…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

THE ULTIMAT EXPERIENCE SHORT FILM COMPETITION IS NOW OPEN SPONSORED BY ULTIMAT VODKA

ULTIMAT VODKA, one of the world’s leading and ultra-premium vodkas, is giving away over $5,000 and…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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THE EFTERSKI FESTIVAL AT THREDBO – WRAP UP

The first-ever EFTERSKI FESTIVAL in Thredbo went off with a bang last weekend, with the sold…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Food & Drink

WINE FUN AT PINOT PALOOZA

Think Wine tastings are stuffy and boring? Well, think again as Pinot Palooza hits Melbourne-town on…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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MSFW 2013 – DESIGNER RESORT & RUNWAY 4

The final two Designer runways for Melbourne Spring Fashion week 2013 brought the fantastic week to…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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MSFW 2013 – DESIGNER RUNWAY 3 BEAUTY LOOKS

Melbourne Spring Fashion Week’s Designer Series Runway 3 showcased contemporary design, highlighting the best of the…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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TREND ALERT – HOT BEAUTY THIS SPRING/SUMMER WITH KEVIN.MURPHY AND MECCA

As Melbourne Spring Fashion week approaches its end, Couturing sat down with Hair Maestro, Kevin Murphy,…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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MSFW13 – BEAUTY LOOKS AT DESIGNER RUNWAY 2

Following a spectacular opening night of Melbourne Spring Fashion Week last Saturday, the KEVIN.MURPHY styling team…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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MSFW 2013 – DESIGNER RUNWAY 1 HAIR LOOKS WITH KEVIN MURPHY

In his tenth year as Hair Director of Melbourne Spring Fashion Week, internationally acclaimed session stylist,…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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FATHER’S DAY BEAUTY GIFT IDEAS

Looking for the perfect present for Dad? Why not consider a Beauty gift? Yesterday we featured…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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FATHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS: FRAGRANCES

Need ideas for the perfect Father’s Day gift? Then look no further than our great Father’s…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

Fashion

FILM, FASHION AND SHOPPING COLLIDE AT MELBOURNE CENTRAL

Melbourne Spring Fashion Week springs into full bloom at Melbourne Central this week with the launch…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Events and Runways

CITY OF STONNINGTON – SPRING FASHION RUNWAY EVENT

It was a glamorous night of fashion in Malvern last Thursday as The City of Stonnington hosted…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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MSFW 2013 – SNEAK PEEK AT THE HAIR AND BEAUTY LOOKS

Melbourne Spring Fashion Week (MSFW) is only 3 days away and we’re super excited to see…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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L’ORÉAL PROFESSIONNEL AT WITCHERY SS 13 LAUNCH

Cementing its status as an Australian style authority, Witchery launched their Spring Summer 2013 collection –Bold…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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HAIR BY KEVIN.MURPHY AT MYER SPRING/SUMMER 13/14 RUNWAY

KEVIN MURPHY BRINGS MODERN BEACH CHIC TO MYER’S BIGGEST COLLECTIONS SHOW YET Internationally renowned hairstylist Kevin…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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MAKEUP LOOKS BY YVES SAINT LAURENT FOR MYER SPRING/SUMMER 2013 RUNWAY

Myer’s Spring/Summer 2013 launch kicked off with a bang last week with ambassador Jennifer Hawkins first…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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SHU UEMURA ART OF HAIR SUPPORTS THE OPENING OF MAISON TSUMIKI

On Thursday 1st August, fashion savvy Melbourne locals, VIP clients, beauty bloggers and industry guests attended the…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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RIMMEL LONDON APOCALIPS LIP LACQUER – FEAUTURING KATE MOSS

Combining the intense colour of lipstick with a lacquer like shine, Rimmel‘s APOCALIPS Lip Lacquer is…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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SHU UEMURA DOES BEAUTY FOR DAVID JONES S/S13 LAUNCH

David Jones kicked off the new season with the launch of Spring/Summer 13 in Sydney last…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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STYLE FOR LIFE DAY – ELEVEN AUSTRALIA JOINS UP WITH NOT FOR PROFIT ORGANISATION, HAGAR

ELEVEN Australia has teamed up with international not-for-profit organisation Hagar in a fight to end modern slavery and…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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REDKEN SUPPORTS GARY BIGENI X MATTHEW JOHNSON COLLABORATION

Gary Bigeni’s edited version of his Spring Summer collaboration with Melbourne based artist Matthew Johnson was…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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DOWNTOWN BY CALVIN KLEIN – NEW CAMPAIGN FEATURING ROONEY MARA

Calvin Klein, Inc and Calvin Klein Fragrances have released the new worldwide advertising campaign video featuring…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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KERASTASE PARIS UNVEILS NEW SCALP CARE FOR SENSITIVE SCALPS – SPECIFIQUE DERMO CALM

  If you have a sensitive scalp, you will understand the difficulty in finding products to…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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L’OREAL PROFESSIONNEL LAUNCHES MYTHIC OIL

L’Oréal Professionnel Mythic Oil has made its mark on the salon professional industry, becoming a cult product…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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#VOSN VOGUE ONLINE SHOPPING NIGHT – 19 JUNE 2013 NOON TO MIDNIGHT

It’s time again for Vogue Online Shopping night which brings together some of the biggest retailers…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

BEAUTY 24/7 AND DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR DOOR
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BEAUTY 24/7 AND DELIVERED RIGHT TO YOUR DOOR

With Winter really setting in and the desire to go outside to shop becoming quite low,…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN

The League of Extraordinary Women sounds like a club for for female super heroes. In some…

By Katherine Ng · 4 min read

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WHAT’S HOT IN MEN’S FRAGRANCES

Last week, Couturing brought you a list of the hot women’s fragrances (click here to see…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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TRIED AND TESTED: SUMMER TAN SPRAY TAN

As the winds turn chilly and the inevitable arrival of winter approaches, to make myself feel…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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WHAT’S IN MY MAKEUP BAG – LISA TEH

Couturing’s Editor-In-Chief, Lisa Teh, takes us through her makeup bag and the favourite products that she…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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HOT FRAGRANCE PICKS FOR YOU RIGHT NOW

Now that the dust has settled on Mother’s Day, why not look at a new fragrance…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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AMERICAN CREW TEAMS UP WITH ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA FOR THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WOOL TROPHY

American Crew rubbed shoulders with fashion industry’s elite, at the much anticipated 50th anniversary of the Ermenegildo…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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SEE BY CHLOE – THE ADORABLE YOUNGER SISTER OF CHLOE

See by Chloé, Chloé’s younger sister, captures the femininity, effortlessness and grace of the main brand twisted in…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

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ELEVEN AUSTRALIA – A NEW NAME FOR HAIR TO GET YOU EXCITED

You may not have heard of ELEVEN Australia but you may be familiar with their hair…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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KIEHL’S BRINGS A BIT OF NEW YORK TO MELBOURNE CENTRAL

Kiehl’s brought a little bit of New York to Melbourne Central this week to celebrate the…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

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MBFWA 2013: REDKEN AND MAYBELLINE AT MBFWA

Major beauty sponsors of MBFWA, Redken and Maybelline, have set up two fantastic spots at Carriageworks…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

Events and Runways

MBFWA 2013: JAYSON BRUNSDON SS13/14

Jayson Brunsdon celebrated his 10 years in fashion with a collection that proves why he’s still…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

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MBFWA 2013: BEAUTY PREP

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia begins next week and so begins the frenetic process of preparing…

By Katherine Ng · 4 min read

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MY LITTLE CHLOÉS: LOVE YOUR FAVOURITE PERFUME IN A NEW SIZE

Chloe presents My Little Chloes, limited edition mini fragrances that will charm you at first sight!…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

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INTRODUCING EAU LÉGÈRE, THE NEW FRAGRANCE BY BOTTEGA VENETA

    Like its renowned range of leather goods, Bottega Veneta has transposed its knowledge of…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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GET A BEAUTY POP AT LMFF AT THE L’OREAL POWDER ROOM

Last week we picked that L’Oreal Powder Room was going to be one of the highlights…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

LMFF

SEEKING RESPITE DURING LMFF? TRY THE REKORDLIG FASHION LOUNGE

Need a break between shows at LMFF? Make sure you head to the Rekorderlig Fashion Lounge…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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BARBARA PALVIN – L’OREAL PARIS AMBASSADOR AND FACE OF THE NEW SHINE CARESSE LIP COLOUR

Today’s official L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival kicked off today with L’Oreal Paris Ambassadors, Barbara Palvin and…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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BEHIND THE LOOKS OF MEGAN GALE’S CAMPAIGN FOR LMFF

L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival kicks off this week showcasing the best of Australian fashion, and also…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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THE COLOUR GENIUS APP BY L’OREAL PARIS COLOUR RICHE

Ever spent time wondering what your beauty colour palette should be to match your outfit? Well…

By Katherine Ng · 3 min read

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HOT BEAUTY PICKS FOR LMFF

With LMFF only a few sleeps away, Couturing picks out our favourite Beauty events during the…

By Katherine Ng · 2 min read

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OPI’S ‘OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL’ LIMITED EDITION RANGE

  With the launch of the new Disney movie, Oz The Great and Powerful, OPI brings us six…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read

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FROM HIS BATHROOM TO YOURS – NEW FROM KEVIN.MURPHY

Who says that the only things you borrow from your boyfriend are his shirts…. Now you…

By Katherine Ng · 1 min read