MADE IN MELBOURNE BOUTIQUE FASHION MARKET
Have some last-minute shopping to do before you've ticked everyone off your Christmas gift list? Well tomorrow is your chance to snap up some designer buys whilst supporting your...
FRED HATES FASHION FOR MSFW 2014
Fred Hates Fashion welcomed over 800 fashion haters and lovers to 524 Flinders St, and even turned a blind eye to a large number of fence jumpers. Two hours after the line-up began the crowd were in the...
DESIGNER RUNWAY ONE
For the first designer runway of MSFW, the couture-titled show's overarching theme was definitely new romantic (even down to the music, with Joy Division's Love Will Tear Us Apart serving as the finale...
FASHION’S NEXT BIG THING – MEET CHATENYA MITTAL
First making waves at the 2012 London Fashion Week with his A/W collection 'Amalgamation', up-and-coming talent Chatenya Mittal is a name to watch on the designer scene. His work has been described as...
STREET STYLE AT PARIS HAUTE COUTURE FASHION WEEK 2014
From knee-highs to Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night’,we bring you the top trends from Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week 2014. Age of Aquarius Many took to the streets wearing pieces that paid homage to...
CAPTURE BEAUTY CAPTURE STYLE – VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE FINALIST AND WIN!
Voting has now begun for Gusto & Elan's 'Capture Beauty Capture Style' Fashion Photography Competition! After much deliberation, the top 9 finalists have been chosen, and it is now up to you - our...
TRIED & TESTED: BROWN SKIN SECRETS HYDRATING SYSTEM
Being a brown gal in a white-dominated culture such as Australia has its cons when it comes to beauty products. Shopping for make-up leaves me frustrated as most shades don't go any darker than 'Beige' or...
CAPTURE BEAUTY CAPTURE STYLE FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
Calling all avid shutter-bugs! If you've got the knack of capturing the true essence of couture, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Gusto and Elan are launching their annual fashion photography...
MEN’S FASHION WEEK STREET STYLE GALLERY
Men's fashion is about so much more than just suits. After a week dedicated to directional, classic and boundary pushing menswear, Couturing takes a look at a new breed of trendsetters on the streets of...
VAMFF 2014: HAIR AND MAKEUP REVEAL
Leading beauty professionals from L’Oréal Paris and L’Oréal Professional flew into the L’Oréal Head Office on Thursday to reveal the hair and make-up looks set to appear on the Virgin...
INTERVIEW WITH BOYEUR
Melbourne boys Tim Ischia and Hugh Middleton blend classical music with modern hip-hop to bring you Boyeur. Couturing writer, Thara Vidyaratne, sits down with the pop-duo to find out what makes their music...
TOP BEAUTY GIFTS FOR HIM & HER THIS CHRISTMAS: THARA’S TOP PICKS
Couturing beauty writer, Thara gives us her list of Top Beauty gifts for men and women this Festive season. WOMEN Bearberry Rejuvenating Set by Laviol $150.00 A beautiful organic skin care set...
INTERVIEW WITH EUGENIE MEEKER OF !!!!!
The brain-child behind !!!!! (Five Exclamation Marks), Eugenie Meeker has already set herself as a name to watch in the Melbourne fashion scene. Meshing psychedelic fantasy with a sprinkle of unicorn...
BEAUTY PREP FOR THE PARTY SEASON
As we emerge weary eyed from winter hibernation, the warm weather that greets us is a clear reminder that party season is upon us. It's that time of year for bare shoulders and short hemlines, but don't go...
INTERVIEW WITH SQUARE HEART THE LABEL
Paying homage to natural landscapes and the female form, Square Heart is an up-and-coming, home-grown label that is set to take the world by storm. Couturing writer Thara Vidyaratne sits downs with...
HIGHPOINT’S COLOUR HUB EXPERTS GET YOU RACE READY
From Thursday 17 October to Sunday 20 October Highpoint customers were able to book an exclusive free one-on-one styling session at the shopping centre's Spring Racing Colour Hub, where Melbourne’s...
PARIS FASHION WEEK S/S 2014 – BEAUTY TRENDS
Paris Fashion Week exuded timeless looks in the field of beauty, with hair taking on both structured and natural forms while skin experimented with both natural hues and bright colours. Couturing brings you...
PARIS FASHION WEEK S/S 2014 STREET STYLE
Fashion week concluded with a dash of elegance as Paris streets filled to the brim with flair and sophistication. Couturing brings you the final roll call of trends seen on street style...
LONDON FASHION WEEK STREET STYLE SPRING 2014
London Fashion Week left the hearts of many fashionistas a flutter with the delectable offerings it provided this year. Notable labels of choice included Christopher Kane, Céline, Erdem, Mary...
BEHIND THE SEAMS: THE FASHION INSTITUTE’S BILAL FOUANI
Founded in 2010 by former publicist Sarah Stavrow, The Fashion Institute (TFI) has firmly stamped itself as Sydney’s leading tertiary fashion business college. Originally from a small country town,...
MILAN FASHION WEEK 2013: STREET STYLE
Milan proved to be a high contender in the string of fashion weeks this month, the style finds on the streets reflecting the calibre on the runways. Here are Couturing's top street style trends: Bright...
MILAN FASHION WEEK S/S 2014 – BEAUTY TRENDS
Milan Fashion Week celebrated minimal chic in the beauty department, with hair taking on different forms of natural aesthetics, while skin remained soft, understated, nude and elegant. Couturing summarizes the...
LONDON FASHION WEEK S/S 2014 – BEAUTY TRENDS
From retro elegance to futuristic chic, London Fashion Week left no stone unturned in the field of beauty. Couturing brings you the top looks from the city of royalty. BRAIDS Taking inspiration from...
BRAND PROFILE: FRANK
If you've had your eyes peeled these past couple of months, you may have noticed a rise in resealable brown paper bags making an appearance in bathrooms nation-wide. These small parcels of 'tough love' are...
FRED HATES FASHION MSFW RUNWAY LAUNCH
On the night of August 30th, Hinny Tran and Dani Boudville collaborated to bring you Fred Hates Fashion, a Melbourne Spring Fashion Week runway launch event for 2013 where 'runway meets fashion film'. The...
NYFW 2013 STREET STYLE
New York Fashion Week did not disappoint this year in the street style arena, with fashion forward individuals showing us how it's done on the sidewalk. Bright neons, metallics, prints, colour blocking,...
NEW SUPER.GOO FOR A SUPER.COOL FINISH
For the man that's on the run, hair may be the last thing on his agenda. But nailing that look for your locks before you head out the door could mean the difference between a good day in the office or a...
HOMEGROWN TALENT AT ‘MADE IN MELBOURNE’
Melbourne’s style elite were treated to an inspiring night of local fashion at Made in Melbourne 2013, held during the Melbourne Spring Fashion Week at River’s Edge Events on Wednesday. MIM, now in...
INTERVIEW: WE THE PEOPLE
Pictured left to right: Matthew Jennings (Lead Guitar, Vocals), Phillip Black (Bass, Vocals, Guitar), Jonathon Ferraro (Drums) and James Seymour (Lead Vocals) From their humble beginnings in January...
MSFW STUDENT RUNWAY ONE
The MSFW Student Runway showcased a dynamic feast for the eyes, with young designers paving the way for experimental fashion that pushed the boundaries. Futuristic Ella McIlvena, Johanna Howe and...
BRAND PROFILE: LIME CRIME COSMETICS
"Beauty is not what's natural, or even looks best; it's what feels right at the moment!" - Doe Deere Doe Deere - self proclaimed 'Queen of the Unicorns' - created Lime Crime in 2008 because she wanted...
KOOKAI SPRING/SUMMER 2013 COLLECTION LAUNCH
Tuesday the 20th of August saw Kookai officially launch their new Spring/Summer 2013 collection. As the first collection featuring Aussie bombshell Cat McNeil as the face of Kookai, the Spring Summer...
BEHIND THE SEAMS: FRED HATES FASHION
Fred loves fashion so much he hates it. It frustrates him no end - the thing he loves most is the one thing he will never be able to figure out, to categorize and box into one moniker. You've seen his...
TRIED & TESTED: ELEVEN AUSTRALIA – MAKE ME SHINE SPRAY GLOSS AND I WANT BODY VOLUME FOAM
ELEVEN Australia, the hot new name in hair care, says it offers a fresh approach to hair care. Simple to use, easy to identify and products do exactly what they say they will do. Couturing beauty writer,...
GUSTO & ELAN: SALE
For 2 weeks only everything at Gusto & Elan is on SALE, in-store and online. G&E have so many new labels and new designs for you to discover, and now is a great time to check out what's new and...
BRAND PROFILE: KORA ORGANICS BY MIRANDA KERR
“Remember: What you put on your skin – soaks in – use organic!” - Miranda Kerr KORA Organics began with Miranda Kerr's desire to develop a range of products that bring together the...
MAN SPRING SUMMER 2013 COLLECTION
This black and white series is a first look at MAN’s Spring Summer 2013 collection Equinox; focusing on the delicate details as Sheila Man introduces fine jewellery for the first time. MAN’s...
FRED HATES FASHION: MSFW RUNWAY LAUNCH EVENT
FRED HATES FASHION is a new concept annual runway event that combines runway with fashion film. The show features a collection of designers, with Sonya Kraan and Anthony Capon being the first released...
AUDREY KITCHING: A CRUELTY FREE BEAUTY
"Ask the experimenters why they experiment on animals, and the answer is: 'Because the animals are like us.' Ask the experimenters why it is morally OK to experiment on animals, and the answer is: 'Because...
EVENT: FASHION MEETS ART AT GUSTO & ÉLAN
Imagine stepping into a crystal cave infused with opalite colours and dazzling patterns- that was the feeling many viewers experienced on Saturday night when they stumbled upon the world of Ondina M's 2013...
INTERVIEW: REEF IRELAND
Photo by Alex Vaughan Looking at the clean-cut young man before me, it's hard to believe he's the same long-locked, scruffy, high school dropout of Puberty Blues fame. I'm talking about Reef Ireland,...
MEET THE SPORTSGIRL #THESLASHIES
Sportsgirl is excited to announce the sportsgirl #theslashies pinterest competition – celebrating a generation of girls who do it all! You know the type. Perhaps she is a student by day and a blogger by...
WINTER BEAUTY SPECIAL: NAILS
Just like our skin and hair, nails will also bear the brunt of winter this year. Couturing brings you our top 5 picks for nail care that will keep your hands and feet soft, supple and warm this...
WINTER BEAUTY SPECIAL: SPA TREATMENTS
This winter, take on a hibernation of sorts - one which involves a lot of TLC for your body, skin and hair during the dark days of wind and rain. Winter time should mean exfoliation and massage for good blood...
GIVEAWAY – KINI SWIMWEAR LAUNCHES FIRST AUS-BASED ‘DESIGN YOUR OWN’ SWIMSUIT WEBSITE
The age-old problem of uncomfortable, ill-fitting, unflattering swimwear is about to come to an end with the launch of Kini Swimwear’s customisable swimwear website. Kini Swimwear is an Australian-based...
HAWKEYE VINTAGE POP-UP STORE LAUNCH
Friday night found Greville St teeming with excitement. If the sweet beats of DJ Rominajé didn't entice you inside building 126, then the glistening treasure trove inside surely would have. Near the...
THARA’S TOP 3 BEAUTY GIFTS FOR MOTHER’S DAY
MAKE UP Napolean Perdis DeVine Goddess Lipstick Trio Mother's Day gift set ($55) As a gorgeous Mother's Day Gift, Napoleon Perdis is offering up the perfect trio of DeVine Goddess Lipsticks....
BEHIND THE SEAMS: EMMA CAMILLERI, FOUNDER OF SUB ROSA COLLECTIONS
Sub Rosa Collections has defined itself as the latest destination for fashion jewellery and accessories. A Melbourne based business created by local girl Emma Camilleri (pictured), the collection is...
BEHIND THE SEAMS: SONYA KRAAN
With her doe-eyed features and soft-spoken demeanor, you'd mistake Sonya Kraan for a shy young thing. But don't be fooled. Behind that graceful poise is a strongwilled woman - one who is making a name...
GUSTO & ELAN SHOWCASES THE SPIRIT OF THE BLACK DRESS FINALISTS
This year, Melbourne designer fashion boutique Gusto & Elan has partnered with The Spirit of the Black Dress, part of the L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival Cultural Program, and will be showcasing...
LAUNCH: TRANSEASONAL 2013 COLLECTION BY SONYA KRAAN
Gusto - , noun - a keen appreciation, individual taste, zest, spirit Élan - , noun - combination of distinctive, stylish elegance and vigor Gusto & Élan is an exclusive fashion boutique which...
NEW BEAUTY: SHU UEMURA ART OF HAIR
For the first time in Australia, Shu Uemura brings new Shu Uemura Art Of Hair – a professional line of luxury hair care, in-salon treatments and styling products. Launched on our shores by L’Oréal...
GET THE LOOK: HAIR AT PARIS FASHION WEEK
Under the guidance of Guido Palau, Redken Global Styling Director, we bring you 5 signature looks from Paris Fashion Week. Follow his know-how to emulate the trends with flair and...
LMFF 2013: THE BEAUTY LOOKS FROM RUNWAY 07
Runway 7 opted for a look reminiscent of the pin-up era, but with the personality of a modern-day woman; think Scarlett Johansson in Vanity Fair. Flushed cheeks, rosy lips, and sparkling eyes made...
LMFF 2013: THE BEAUTY LOOKS FROM RUNWAY 06
LMFF's Runway 06, presented by Cosmopolitan Magazine, took on a 5th Element vibe with a Leeloo-esque heroine. Strong facial features were highlighted with warm brown, gold, beige, rose and bronzed...
MIMCO CALLS ALL THE LOVERS FOR NEW CAMPAIGN
“Arm yourself....the battleground has been set & the dance is about to begin” Mimco seems to have followed in the steps of George Orwell, creating their own take on a dystopic future. But with...
SWIMWEAR BY WE ARE HANDSOME
Blending fashion with art, We Are Handsome became the love child of fashion pioneers Indhra Chagoury and Jeremy Jules Somers in the summer of 2009. A keleidoscope of colour, graphic prints and bold...
BRAND PROFILE: SHU UEMURA
“I absolutely have no idea why Miranda hired her” “Tell me about it. We were in the Beauty Department and she held up this Shu Uemura eyelash curler and said 'What is this?'” – The Devil Wears...
BEHIND THE SEAMS: JODIE FOX, FOUNDER OF SHOES OF PREY
Meet Jodie Fox, the angel sent down to Earth by the shoe gods above. When we cried over the wrong size, the wrong height or the wrong colour, Jodie listened. And now she has blessed our...
THE BOHO BRIDE: PART III
THE BOHO BRIDE PART III - MAKEUP - In the third and final installment of The Boho Bride, we bring makeup inspiration from around the globe. Mirror the wandering look...
THE BOHO BRIDE: PART II
BOHO BRIDE PART II - HAIR- In our second installment of boho beauty inspiration for the bride-to-be, we bring you the latest hair styles that will transform your locks for that special day. Focus on your...
THE BOHO BRIDE: PART I
"Bohemianism; unconventional, musical, artistic, literary... those who are wanderers, adventurers, or vagabonds" THE BOHO BRIDE: PART I - SKIN - For the free-spirited bride-to-be, a bohemian themed...
INTERVIEW: SUE DI CHIO & SUBOO SPRING/SUMMER 2013
Sue Di Chio launched Suboo as a designer beach umbrella brand in 2007. Things snowballed from there when Harper's Bazaar jumped on the band wagon and hailed the Suboo umbrella as the must-have fashion...
J.W.ANDERSON FOR TOPSHOP
Originally beginning in menswear, Jonathan William Anderson rose to critical acclaim in the noughties with his...
TOP 3 BEAUTY MUST-HAVES FOR THE TENNIS
For many of us this weekend, when we head to the tennis we won't have the luxury of an entourage to keep us under the shade like leading women's tennis player, Maria Sharapova. Instead, we need to arm...
SKEEM’S NEW FRAGRANCE LAUNCH
You may remember Couturing's interview with the co-founder of SKEEM, Suji Meswani, last year. We were given insight into the sensory euphoria that is encapsulated within the brand through their pure...
CHRISTMAS BEAUTY GIFT GUIDE FOR HIM & HER – THARA’S PICKS
Top 5 gifts for women 1. Pamper package ($380) at The Mansion Hotel & Spa Moroccan Melt Steam Rassoul 3 hours This Hamman inspired signature treatment from the Middle East marries steam with precious...
ACORELLE – LA BEAUTE AU NATUREL
Perfumes that make you feel good Keeping in line with Couturing's focus on organic fragrances - see our article on Kiehl's Aromatic Blends - this week we will be reviewing the French brand Acorelle, and...
KIEHL’S AROMATIC BLENDS
"Beauty when most unclothed is clothed best" - PHINEAS FLETCHER, Sicelides For the woman who aims to exemplify natural beauty, these are words to live by. Beauty products sourced from simple origins with...
FROM THE INSIDE OUT
A new generation of skincare is changing the way we think about our skin and the planet. Organics have come a long way since the late 60's brought on the ‘natural beauty’ trend. But this...
“THE HAND BOOK: A GUIDE TO NAIL ART” BOOK LAUNCH
If one happened to be traversing in East Brunswick last Friday, you may have found yourself drawn to the curious shopfront of building 136. Nestled on the hustle and bustle of Lygon Street, what you will...
INTERVIEW: SKIN & BONES
If you are guilty of overdosing on skincare products, maybe it's time to detox and take a more natural route. Enter Skin & Bones. This brand prides itself on being safe and free of toxic...
INTERVIEW: SKEEM
Imagine leaving your computer for a moment and travelling to the other side of the world. The scent of fresh cut jasmine and rose blossoms surrounds you while cedar infuses the air at the flower markets. Now...
L’OREAL’S NEW POSTER BOY
Forget the cougar epidemic - say hello to the Silver Fox. The salt and pepper movement is on the rise in the fashion and beauty world, with L’Oreal courting this look in its latest men’s campaign. It...