Category: Features
BEAUTY NEWS: PUREOLOGY, KIEHL’S, M.A.C, JERGENS & SKINN COSMETICS
PUREOLOGY The experts in hair colour care at PUREOLOGY introduce the innovative Cleansing Condition range. Offering an alternative to harsher shampoos that…
WHY EVERY FOODIE NEEDS TO EAT AT THE HIGHLINE HOTEL
The reasons why every foodie need to eat at the Highline Restaurant in Windsor’s Railway Hotel…
Q&A WITH WAYNE BROWN, EXECUTIVE CHEF AT SAKE
Sake Restaurant and Bar at Hamer Hall has become synonymous with great Japanese food with just…
TRIED & TESTED: CHAMPAGNE POP BY BECCA X JACLYN HILL
If there’s one beauty launch that’s going to get you excited this year, this is it.…
Q&A – NIMBLE ACTIVEWEAR FOUNDERS TALK ABOUT ON-TREND AND AFFORDABLE ACTIVEWEAR
Driven by a desire to create affordable, technical and stylish activewear options, Nimble Activewear was founded…
SHOP THE TREND: ATHLEISURE
Hands up who loves wearing their exercise gear out of the house even when you’re not…
WIN: TICKETS TO THE GLOW WINTER ARTS FESTIVAL COMEDY CLUB
glow comedy The streets of Stonnington will lighten up after dark, when Glow Winter Arts Festival…
WHY YOU SHOULD BE USING SUNDAY RILEY
It’s not very often you get up, close and personal with a brand, and when you…
WITCHERY SS15 RUNWAY
Witchery debuted their Spring Summer 15/16 collection last week, epitomising the effortless cool we’ve come to…
WIN: TICKETS TO SEE IRIS THE MOVIE
One of the most anticipated fashion movies of the year, IRIS captures the story behind Iris…
WHY LADY CAROLINA IS ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED RESTAURANT OPENINGS OF THE YEAR
As one of the brains behind successful Melbourne institutions Feast of Merit and Banff, Alby Tomassi certainly…
YOUR AUGUST COUTURING PLAYLIST (LISTEN)
Hip-Hop still reigns supreme this month with Drake on the reggae tip for Hotline Bling; producers…
THE BODY SHOP’S SENSORIUM, A WONDERLAND OF SKIN, SPA AND SCENT
The Body Shop launched a revolutionary range of products at a glamorous launch in Gordon Bay…
THE TECH CHANGE THAT WILL GIVE YOU MORE MONEY TO SPEND ON SHOES
Let’s face it, who isn’t on their phones pretty much every minute of their waking day.…
FOOD NEWS: PIZZA IS SEXY AT A25, BEER DELUXE AND MOO BREW DEGUSTATION, LIVORNESE SEAFOOD FEAST AT LA SVOLTA
PIZZA IS SEXY AT A25 The words ‘sexy’ and ‘pizza’ may not conventionally be used in…
GIVEAWAY: WIN A $100 BY CHARLOTTE JEWELLERY VOUCHER
Charlotte Blakeney has successfully made the transition from makeup artist to jewellery designer, with her popular line…
THE INNOVATORS – REI SHITO (WATCH)
Japan is recognised as one of the world’s leaders in fashion and street style. Districts such…
THE OUTNET SHARES ITS CURATED AUSTRALIAN EDIT
The world’s premier designer discount retailer, THE OUTNET, have curated a special edit for Australians for the…
LE SPECS RELEASE SUMMER 2015 COLLECTION
Drawing on a healthy dose of 90’s nostalgia, Le Specs offers a collection for Summer 2015/16…
SWEET DELIGHTS AT SAKE’S DESSERT MASTERCLASS
Making desserts is something that I’ve always shied away from. Unlike savoury dishes where I can…
GIGI HADID IS THE NEW FACE OF TOPSHOP
Topshop have announced supermodel Gigi Hadid as the new face of the fashion powerhouse’s Autumn Winter…
SAINT REMY PART 2: ART AND HISTORY AMONGST THE OLIVE GROVES
Last year my mother moved to the South of France; In a mad mid-life revelation she…
WHERE TO EAT IN SYDNEY: SPICE TEMPLE
As one of Australia’s most celebrated chefs, everything Neil Perry touches turns to food gold. He…
BEAUTY NEWS: GIORGIO LIMITED EDITION LIP MAESTRO, KERASTASE MATERIALISTE, YOU BEAUTEA, UN.TANGLED BY KEVIN.MURPHY
GIORGIO ARMANI LIP MAESTRO – LIMITED EDITION Made with Red Toda pigment – well known for…
ONE ON ONE WITH MARGARET ZHANG, THE NEW FACE OF CLINIQUE’S GLOBAL #FACEFORWARD CAMPAIGN
Clinique introduces #FaceForward, a global campaign which reflects the spirit of the individual, celebrates accomplishments and…
FOOD NEWS: HUXTABURGER HEADS NORTH TO SYDNEY, TRUFFLES AT THE ESTELLE, LE CREUSET OPENS AT CHADSTONE
HUXTABURGER POP UP AT HARPOON HARRY IN SYDNEY Get ready for the next “Friends of Harry’s”…
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[STOKE] BAR & KITCHEN WHERE CITY MEETS GREAT FOOD
Following the move to the city last year, Stokehouse City has become a popular venue for…
BEAUTY EDITOR LOVES: L’ORÉAL PARIS HAIR EXPERTISE PURE COLOUR SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER AND ULTRARICH PRECIOUS OIL MIST
Dry hair can be a problem for many, especially with seasonal changes, styling tool, colouring and…
INTERVIEW: SOL SANA’S SARA CAVERLEY
Timelessness sets the foundation for Sol Sana’s Spring 2015 offering, now available at Glue Store. To…
THE INNOVATORS: ELISABETH KOCH (WATCH)
“It’s funny because I’m the only milliner in China. There are hat factories of course, but…
GET YOUR TASTE OF ASIA WITH A VISIT TO SAIGON SALLY
Sneakily hidden in Duke street just off Chapel street, Saigon Sally might not be the most…
TOP TIPS FOR BEAUTIFUL WINTER HAIR
When it comes to winter, it’s not just your skin that you have to worry about…
NINE WEST TAKE US SKY HIGH FOR SPRING SUMMER 15
Shoe fiends united yesterday as Nine West took over Melbourne’s Olsen Hotel penthouse for an exclusive…
STEPHANIE RICE ON FITNESS, FASHION & LIFE IN LA
Congratulations on your newest collaboration with Russell Athletic. Tell us a bit about the new SS15/16…
INTERVIEW: GET A LITTLE LESS ORDINARY WITH ELYSE KNOWLES AND RUBI SHOES
Elyse Knowles has quickly risen from model to watch to bonafide It Girl, starring as Rubi…
BEAUTY NEWS: INFALLIBLE MATTE FOUNDATION, GARNIER FRUCTIS FULL & LUSCIOUS, MIU MIU’S FIRST FRAGRANCE
L’OREAL PARIS’ INFALLIBLE MATTE FOUNDATION A first for L’Oréal Paris: 24-hour matte foundation that combines extreme…
NOT ALL STEAKS WERE CREATED EQUAL – Q&A WITH HOPKINS RIVER BEEF AND ENTRECOTE OWNER ADAM NORTH
Congratulations on the success of Entrecôte! It has become one of Melbourne’s hottest new restaurants. Why…
DION LEE X WESTFIELD INHABIT
An event shrouded in mystery, Melbourne’s well-heeled gathered at Westfield Doncaster last week for an exclusive…
TOP THINGS TO DO IN BALI
With so many things to do on the beautiful island of Bali, it can sometimes be…
HOW TO KEEP YOUR FLOWERS FRESHER FOR LONGER
Who doesn’t love receiving a delivery of beautiful blooms? They instantly brighten your day and any…
THE INNOVATORS – NOD YOUNG (WATCH)
As one of China’s most successful graphic designers, Nod Young has a unique style that is…
THE SECRET TO GOOD SKIN WITH NEOSKIN FOUNDER YASMIN NAJJAR
Winter wreaking havoc on your skin regime? We sat down with Yasmin Najjar, founder of neoSKiN…
FOOD NEWS: PERONI GOES PICCOLA, MONKEY KING BAR, BIBELOT HIGH TEA SALON OPENS, BASTILLE DAY & CHEZ DRE BAKERY
PERONI NASTRO AZZURO INTRODUCES THE ‘PERONI PICCOLA’ Smaller in size, yet equal in taste, the Peroni Piccola…
WHERE TO STAY IN TOKYO: THE PENINSULA
Located within walking distance of Japan’s premium shopping district Ginza, The Peninsula offers luxury accommodation complete with…
ALL THE PICTURES FROM LANCÔME’S 80TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
Lancôme General Manager, Françoise Lehmann, hosted a party at Casino de Paris this week to celebrate the…
ZIMMERMANN RELEASES THE ESPLANADE COLLECTION
Australian fashion design powerhouse Zimmermann prove to be ahead of the curb once again, with their…
SAINT REMY PART 1: SLEEPING AND EATING AMONGST THE OLIVE GROVES
Last year my mother moved to the South of France. In a mad mid-life revelation she…
NEW SEASONS SCENTS
We round up some of our favourite new scents. See by Chloe Si Belle This beautifully…
YOUR JULY COUTURING PLAYLIST (LISTEN)
The influence from my trip to the US at the end of May is still apparent…
WHERE TO STAY IN THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA: AQUABELLE APARTMENTS
Nestled above the main street of Rye, Aquabelle Apartments is the perfect escape from busy, city…
THE INNOVATORS: DESIGNER GWENAEL NICOLAS (WATCH)
“These days everything has to not only be photogenic, but media-genic.” As one of Japan’s most…
INTERVIEW: MEGAN GALE, THE NEW FACE OF L’ORÉAL HAIR EXPERTISE ON HAIR, BEAUTY AND LIFE
Australia’s very own L’Oréal Paris ambassador, Megan Gale, has been announced as the face of the…
L’ORÉAL PARIS CELEBRATES THE BEAUTY OF PURE WITH THE RELAUNCH OF HAIR EXPERTISE
Responding to the demand for natural products, L’Oréal Paris have re-launched their Hair Expertise range, a…
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH GEORGIA MAY JAGGER
Deep emotions, love and happiness are the muses of the new autumn/winter collection 2015 from THOMAS…
WIN: BAKER’S DELIGHT LEMON AND BLUEBERRY SCONES
Baker’s Delight are celebrating winter with new limited edition Lemon & Blueberry Scones that will be available in…
FIVE MINUTES WITH DION LEE
If you’re wondering why your Instagram feed is washed in stark whites and cobalt blues this…
GIVEAWAY + TRIED & TESTED: MAX RF FACIAL TREATMENT AT LASER CLINICS AUSTRALIA
Looking to rejuvenate and treat problematic skin? Laser Clinic Australia’s Max RF Facial Treatment could be…
THE INNOVATORS: DESIGNER JI CHENG (WATCH)
As one of China’s most in demand fashion designers, record breaking creative Ji Cheng has successful…
CREATING OUR TASTE WITH MCDONALDS
Melbournians are notorious for their love of all things burgers, and we’re a tough crowd to…
THE INNOVATORS: INTERVIEW WITH STYLIST & STREET STYLE STAR LEAF GREENER (WATCH)
As the former Senior Fashion Editor for Elle China, Leaf Greener certainly has her finger on the…
MATCHA MAIDEN, THE GREENEST BRAND YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT
If you haven’t heard about matcha, then listen up. This wonderful green tea product is the…
GIVEAWAY + INTERVIEW WITH REDKEN GLOBAL HAIR ARTIST, DMITRI PAPAS
Dmitri Papas from Brisbane’s acclaimed PAPAS + PACE Salon was recently crowned ‘Australian Hairdresser Of The Year’ at the 2015 Hair Expo Awards.…
WIN A DOUBLE PASS TO TRUFFLE MELBOURNE
Get ready Melbourne. Truffle Melbourne is back for another delicious weekend of truffles and fun on…
MAKE A DATE WITH MR MIYAGI
One of the hottest places in Melbourne for foodies is Windsor. More specifically, Chapel Street in…
MEET THE NEXT BURBERRY GENERATION
The next generation is here! Famed British brand, Burberry have just announced the next crop of…
GEAR UP FOR THE INCREDIBLE AND EXHILARATING KX CYCLE AND YOGA
Born out of the incredibly inventive mind of Eli Censor, KX Cycle is the latest powerhouse from…
GIVEAWAY: THE JOJOBA COMPANY’S NEW 100% JOJOBA + ROSEHIP OIL
Australian-based natural skincare brand The Jojoba Company introduces their latest product innovation: the 100% Natural Australian…
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FROM LENOVO TECH WORLD (WATCH)
We wrap up all the highlights and must-see new technology from Lenovo Tech World including our…
INTERVIEW: KERRIE HESS ON DESIGN, SHOES, AND ALL THINGS PARISIAN
Until recently, we have known Kerrie Hess as the ever impressive fashion illustrator. Across her career,…
WHERE TO EAT IN TOKYO: AMAN RESTAURANT
Aman Resorts have made a name for themselves creating some of the most luxurious collection of hotels…
GET THE PERFECT JEWELLERY FOR EVERY LOOK
Whether you’re a boho babe or rocker chic, we show you how to nail this season’s…
Q&A WITH CELEBRITY CHEF KAREN MARTINI AS SHE HEADS TO TRUFFLE MELBOURNE’S PRAHRAN MARKET TAKEOVER
Coveted Chef and TV personality Karen Martini will join the Truffle Melbourne team to deliver a mouth-watering truffle inspired take…
ALL THE PICTURES FROM THE WOODY.P LAUNCH
The newest kid on the block, Woody.P launched last week with a spectacular event hosting some…
TOP FIVE REASONS TO BE EXCITED ABOUT DION LEE X TARGET
If you somehow missed it plastered across social media, Dion Lee is joining forces with Target…
THE FROW – EPISODE 5 (WATCH)
CLICK HERE TO WATCH EPISODE 1 OF THE FROW CLICK HERE TO WATCH EPISODE 2 OF…
STREET STYLE FROM LENOVO’S TECH WORLD, BEIJING
Couturing have been reporting live from Lenovo’s Tech World in Beijing and we’ve rounded up some…
Q&A WITH TARGET’S NEWEST DESIGNER, RACHAEL ZHENG
It’s not every day that a major retailer offers you your own capsule collection, but for…
Q&A WITH TARGET’S NEW WOMENSWEAR AMBASSADOR, JESSICA MAUBOY
Singer, actress, fashion star…there’s not a lot that Jessica Mauboy can’t do, and if her resume…
TRUFFLE MANIA TAKES OVER PRAHRAN MARKET 20-21 JUNE
Over two days in June, Prahran Market is set to experience truffle-mania when prestigious Australian food…
H&M’S DECADE OF DESIGNER COLLABORATIONS
In 2004, H&M launched their first collaboration with Karl Lagerfeld as a one-off designer collection. Now,…
THE FROW – EPISODE 4 (WATCH)
CLICK HERE TO WATCH EPISODE 1 OF THE FROW CLICK HERE TO WATCH EPISODE 2 OF…
WIN A LENOVO TABLET & MAYBELLINE PRIZE PACK WITH THE FROW
Get the look straight off Toni Maticevski’s MBFWA runway with Lenovo and Maybelline. Show us your…
SPORTSCRAFT X LIBERTY LONDON. WIN A PRIZE PACK FROM THE LIMITED EDITION CAPSULE COLLECTION
Iconic Australian brand, Sportscraft, has collaborated on a limited edition range with one of England’s quintessential…
ALL THE PICTURES FROM THE CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN MELBOURNE STORE OPENING
Christian Louboutin celebrated the launch of their flagship boutique in Melbourne in style, with the who’s…
RUNWAY TO REAL LIFE: WINTER WHITES
In celebration of the One Day Shopping Festival, we’ve been bringing you the best lust-have trends…
FOOD NEWS: KERRIE HESS X LADUREE, FETTLE FLECKS, WOODY.P AND T2 MATCHA
KERRIE HESS X LADUREE Celebrated Australian illustrator Kerrie Hess has lent her hand to this…
WAS TAYLOR SWIFT’S BAD BLOOD MUSIC VIDEO WORTH THE WAIT? WATCH NOW
Taylor Swift has been teasing us with the music video clip for her latest single Bad…
THE FROW – EPISODE 3 (WATCH)
CLICK HERE TO WATCH EPISODE 1 OF THE FROW CLICK HERE TO WATCH EPISODE 2 OF…
THE BEST LOOKS FROM DAY 2 OF CANNES FILM FESTIVAL 2015
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE BEST LOOKS FROM DAY 1 OF CANNES Images courtesy of Marie…
WIN YOUR OWN LENOVO TABLET
Do you want to own your own piece of fashion week history and get your hands…
RUNWAY TO REAL LIFE: TONAL TEXTURES
Fashion month has come to an end and has given us plenty of outfit inspo, but…
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN OPENS ITS FIRST MELBOURNE STORE
Shoe lovers rejoice. Christian Louboutin has arrived in Melbourne with the launch of its new flagship…
INTERVIEW WITH NEW KAILIS AMBASSADOR GRACE HUANG
As one of the most prestigious jewellery brands in the world, Kailis Australian Pearls has always focused…
TALKING BEAUTY WITH YVES SAINT LAURENT INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP DIRECTOR LLOYD SIMMONDS
Last month Yves Saint Laurent international makeup director, Lloyd Simmonds, visited our shores as part of…
WHY TAYLOR SWIFT’S BAD BLOOD VIDEO IS GOING TO BE THE BIGGEST CLIP OF THE YEAR
Taylor Swift has called on some of her high profile to feature in her much anticipated video…
BIBELOT, A SWEET TOOTH’S ULTIMATE DESTINATION
Melbourne’s newest destination of desire opened over the weekend in South Melbourne. Bibelot, opened by the…
THE FROW – EPISODE 2 (WATCH)
Click here to win your own Lenovo tablet as seen on the runway at MBFWA Click…
A FASHIONABLE FAMILY AFFAIR: INTERVIEW WITH DANIELLE AND BIANCA OF KOOKAI
You can say that fashion was always destined to be a part of designer, Danielle Vagner’s…
RUNWAY TO REAL LIFE: THE NEW MILITARY
Fashion month has come to an end and has given us plenty of outfit inspo, but…
COTTON ON COLLABORATES WITH DESIGNER MARK TUCKEY
Iconic Australian brands Cotton On and Mark Tuckey have come together to create a bespoke homewares…