Category: Features
HICKENS HOTEL OPENS IN MELBOURNE CBD WITH FOUR LEVELS, A ROOFTOP BAR AND AUSTRALIA’S FIRST CARLTON DRAUGHT BAR
Melbourne’s pub scene has a bold new player with the launch of Hickens Hotel, officially opening on the corner of Russell and…
SKINCEUTICALS LAUNCHES A.G.E. INTERRUPTER ULTRA SERUM TO TARGET VISIBLE SIGNS OF AGEING
Global medical aesthetic skincare leader Skinceuticals has unveiled the latest innovation in its anti-ageing arsenal: the A.G.E.…
LANCÔME UNVEILS RÉNERGIE C.R.X TRIPLE SERUM RETINOL – A NEW ERA OF PRO-AGING SKINCARE
In a bold reimagining of one of its most iconic skincare lines, Lancôme has launched its…
UNIQLO BRINGS THE MAGIC OF STUDIO GHIBLI TO AUSTRALIA WITH THE ‘MY DEAR’ COLLECTION
Get ready, Ghibli fans—UNIQLO is bringing a dose of movie magic to your wardrobe. Launching today,…
NICK & NORA’S MELBOURNE IS CELEBRATING FIVE YEARS WITH ENDLESS FIZZ
Nick & Nora’s Melbourne is marking a major milestone with the kind of sparkling celebration that…
STEP INSIDE THE MECCA OF ALL MECCA’S AS MECCA BOURKE STREET OPENS THIS AUGUST
Beauty lovers, mark your calendars. MECCA is officially opening the doors to its long-awaited Melbourne flagship…
MECCA MAX LAUNCHES ‘MILK IT’ SOOTHING MOISTURE MIST FOR ULTIATE SKIN HYDRATION
Australian beauty powerhouse MECCA MAX has unveiled its latest skincare innovation with the launch of MILK…
DYSON UNVEILS REVOLUTIONARY AIRWRAP 2X MULTI STYLER WITH GAME CHANGING TECHNOLOGY
Dyson has just dropped what might be the most anticipated hair tool launch of 2025 –…
LA ROCHE-POSAY LAUNCHES POWERFUL NEW SOLUTION FOR ADULT BLEMISH-PRONE SKIN
Australia’s number one dermatologist-recommended skincare brand, La Roche-Posay, has unveiled the latest innovation in its iconic…
MOLLI RELAUNCHES IN ABBOTSFORD WITH A BOLD NEW LOOK
The beloved Abbotsford eatery, Molli, has officially relaunched with a refreshed concept and a new culinary…
IMPROVING ACCESS TO SKIN HEALTH IN RURAL AUSTRALIA – ACT FOR DERMATOLOGY MISSION BY CERAVE
CeraVe Australia, part of the L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty portfolio, has launched a new initiative in partnership…
WINTER BEAUTY FAVOURITES: THE SKINCARE SWITCH-UP YOUR ROUTINE NEEDS
As the chill of winter sets in, it’s not just your wardrobe that needs an update—your…
FOOD NEWS: FERGUSON PLARRE SLINGS HALF PRICE PIES THIS WINTER, BEVERLY ROOFTOP REOPENS AND MISTER BIANCO SICILIAN DINNER
BAKE TO THE 90s: FERGUSON PLARRE IS SLINGING HALF-PRICE THIS WINTER SEASON Ferguson Plarre’s Bakehouse is…
GARNIER LAUNCHES PURE ACTIVE PIMPLE PATCHES TO TACKLE BLEMISHES FAST
Skincare favourite Garnier has just unveiled a targeted solution for breakout-prone skin, introducing its new Pure…
KOREAN SKINCARE FAVOURITE BEAUTY OF JOSEON IS NOW AVAILABLE AT CHEMIST WAREHOUSE
K-beauty fans, rejoice! Cult-favourite Korean skincare brand Beauty of Joseon has officially arrived at Chemist Warehouse,…
REVIEW: BANG BANG ST KILDA DELIVERS FLAVOUR PACKED FOOD
Tucked away on the edge of Albert Park Lake, Bang Bang in St Kilda delivers a vibrant dining…
BAKING FOR A BRIGHTER FUTURE: WORTHY CAUSE’S COOKIE-FILLED FUNDRAISER RETURNS
Get ready to raise some (cookie) dough — Worthy Cause’s much-loved bake-a-thon fundraiser is back on…
THE DALMORE WHISKY TAKES OVER SOCIETY MELBOURNE WITH WORLD-CLASS COCKTAILS
Melbourne’s high-end dining scene recently experienced a luxurious twist as The Dalmore single malt whisky took…
BIG BEAUTY ENERGY: MECCA UNVEILS THREE POWERHOUSE LAUNCHES THIS JUNE
This June, MECCA turns up the volume on beauty with three major brand debuts that deliver…
UNIQLO X ANYA HINDMARCH RETURNS WITH WHIMSY AND WARMTH FOR WINTER
Global fashion favourite UNIQLO has teamed up once again with British designer Anya Hindmarch for a…
LE MERIDIEN MELBOURNE LAUNCHES MONTHLY WINE CLUB
This May, Le Méridien Melbourne is uncorking something special with the launch of its Monthly Wine Club—…
LANCÔME LAUNCHES ABSOLUE LONGEVITY: A NEW ERA IN ANTI-AGING SKINCARE
Lancôme has unveiled its latest innovation in luxury skincare with the launch of Absolue Longevity, a…
MECCA MAX DROPS THE DREAMIEST MOCHA-INSPIRED VALUE SET FOR WINTER
Get ready to warm up your makeup game—MECCA MAX has just unveiled its Mocha To The…
FRANCE’S #1 BODY MOISTURISER BRAND, MIXA, LAUNCHES IN AUSTRALIA
Beloved by generations for its gentle and effective approach to sensitive skincare, Mixa — France’s number…
MOTHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE 2025
Mother’s Day is right around the corner and we’ve put together some of our favourite gifts…
QUARTERHOUSE, MELBOURNE’S NEW THREE LEVEL PUB OPENS 14 MAY
Melbourne CBD’s pub scene is about to get a major new player with the arrival of…
MECCA COSMETICA LAUNCHES NEW GEL CREAM MOISTURISER FOR LIGHTWEIGHT HYDRDATION
Australian beauty leader MECCA COSMETICA is answering the call for lighter, smarter skincare with the launch…
REVIEW: CHAPATI MELBOURNE – TRADITIONAL INDIAN FLAVOURS WITH A MODERN TWIST
Joining sister venue in Fairfield, Chapati restaurant, nestled in Melbourne’s CBD, is a stylish addition to…
L’OREAL MEN EXPERT LAUNCH THE POWER AGE RANGE FOR MEN
L’Oréal Men Expert is turning up the dial on men’s skincare with two new additions to…
ISAMAYA LANDS AT MECCA: A NEW ERA OF SKINCARE-INFUSED MARKEUP HAS ARRIVED
Australia’s prestige beauty retailer MECCA is turning up the volume on innovation with the exclusive launch…
UNIQLO U FALL/WINTER COLLECTION: UTILITY MEETS TOWN & COUNTRY CHIC
UNIQLO has officially launched its Uniqlo U Fall/Winter collection, designed in Paris by Co-Artistic Directors Christophe…
CULT WELLNESS BRAND iKOU OPENS FIRST MELBOURNE STORE
A new chapter in luxe self-care has officially begun: iKOU, the cult organic wellness brand born in…
GLOW UP: 5 REASONS YOUR SKIN NEEDS VITAMIN C
Every beauty lover knows that Vitamin C is the gold standard in skincare for a brighter,…
DAARU: MELBOURNE’S BOLD NEW COCKTAIL BAR SERVING UP INDIAN-INSPIRED SIPS
Melbourne’s food and drink scene is about to get a bold new addition with the launch…
AUTUMN BEAUTY EDIT: THE MUST-HAVE PRODUCTS TO TRANSITION YOUR ROUTINE
As the air cools and the leaves turn golden, our skincare and body care routines need…
GARNIER FRUCTIS LAUNCHES NEW DAMAGE ERASER KERATIN TREATMENT
Garnier Fructis is revolutionizing hair repair with the launch of its new Damage Eraser Keratin range,…
THE LOVE FOR HOT CROSS BUNS HITS NEW HEIGHTS WITH FERGUSON PLARRE BAKEHOUSE THIS EASTER
Ferguson Plarre Bakehouse has once again proven that Easter just isn’t complete without their freshly baked…
LA ROCHE-POSAY BRINGS FREE SKIN CHECKS TO THE 2025 FORMULA 1 LOUIS VUITTON AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX
Global sun protection leader La Roche-Posay is set to return to the Formula 1 Louis Vuitton…
DYSON UNVEILS THE SUPERSONIC R HAIRDRYER FOR CONSUMERS
Beauty and technology collide once again as Dyson announces the much-anticipated consumer launch of the Dyson…
SKINCEUTICALS LAUNCHES NEXT-GEN HYALURONIC ACID SERUM
Leading medical aesthetic skincare brand SkinCeuticals has introduced its latest innovation in Australia—the HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan,…
ADORE BEAUTY EXPANDS WITH SECOND STORE AT WATERGARDENS WITH IN-STORE TREATMENTS
Adore Beauty has officially opened its second Melbourne store at Watergardens Shopping Centre, just weeks after…
CARLOS SAINZ JOINS THE L’OREAL PARIS FAMILY AS ELVIVE HAIRCARE GLOBAL AMBASSADOR
L’Oréal Paris has officially welcomed Spanish Formula 1 star Carlos Sainz as the new global ambassador…
MECCA MAX TAKES BEAUTY TRACKSIDE AT THE 2025 LOUIS VUITTON AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX
Buckle up, beauty lovers—MECCA MAX is racing back to the Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand…
BANG BANG EXPANDS TO ST KILDA WITH A NEW PAN-ASIAN HOTSPOT
Following the success of its Mordialloc and Hampton locations, Bang Bang is bringing its bold Pan-Asian…
THE MAKER, FRAGRANCE COLLECTION LAUNCHES AT MECCA
Step inside a world of artistic indulgence as MECCA welcomes The Maker, the fragrance collection inspired…
THE PASS, SHAKING UP DRINKS THIS FEBRUARY
This February, The Pass is shaking things up with 25% off classic cocktails at over 170…
UNIQLO:C FALL/WINTER 2025 – SOPHISTICATED CITY STYLE BY CLARE WAIGHT KELLER
Global fashion retailer Uniqlo has unveiled its highly anticipated Fall/Winter 2025 collection for Uniqlo : C,…
CERAVE LAUNCHES INTENSIVE MOISTURISING LOTION
CeraVe, the #1 dermatologist-recommended skincare brand in the US, has introduced its most intensive moisturiser yet…
VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT GUIDE
Valentine’s Day is almost here and if you haven’t picked anything for your loved one then…
K-BEAUTY FANS REJOICE! SKIN1004 HAS LANDED AT CHEMIST WAREHOUSE
Viral Korean skincare sensation SKIN1004 has officially arrived at Chemist Warehouse, bringing its award-winning formulas to…
ADORE BEAUTY OPENS ITS FIRST RETAIL STORE AT WESTFIELD SOUTHLAND
Adore Beauty, Australia’s leading online beauty retailer, is making a bold leap into the world of…
CELEBRATE LUNAR NEW YEAR WITH LUXURIOUS BEAUTY GIFTS
The Lunar New Year is a time for celebration, reflection, and showing your loved ones just…
SKINCEUTICALS LAUNCH DISCOLORATION DEFENSE SERUM
SkinCeuticals has revolutionized skincare with its groundbreaking Discoloration Defense serum, now available in Australia following recent…
MECCA SERVES UP COURTSIDE GLAMOUR AT THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN
MECCA, Australia’s leading prestige beauty retailer, has gone court side with a special activation for the…
UNIQLO UNVEILS THE ROGER FEDERER COLLECTION BY JW ANDERSON
UNIQLO has launched its latest collaboration with tennis legend Roger Federer and renowned British designer Jonathan…
OUTSIDE SUNSCREEN, WHAT ARE YOU OTHER SUMMER ESSENTIALS
Summer is synonymous with sunshine, beach days, and fun outdoors, but in the midst of all…
LAST MINUTE CHRISTMAS GIFTS
The countdown is on to Christmas. If you haven’t sorted your gifts yet, here are our…
MORRIS HOUSE MELBOURNE, ELEVATED FARE FOR A CITY CATCH UP
Morris House in Melbourne is more than meets the eye. Think gastro pub with a modern…
BEAUTY CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE 2024
Find the perfect gift for the beauty aficionado with our top 10 beauty buys this festive…
REVIEW: TAMJAI MIXIAN, CULT HONG KONG NOODLES ARRIVE IN MELBOURNE
TamJai Mixian has finally arrived in Melbourne, bringing a slice of Hong Kong’s vibrant noodle culture…
KMART’S CHRISTMAS RANGE: YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP FOR FESTIVE CHEER
As the holiday season approaches, Kmart is once again proving to be the ultimate destination for…
OUR TOP 5 BLACK FRIDAY SALE PICKS
MECCA MECCA’s Cyber Weekend event, running from November 28 to December 2, offers exciting discounts and…
THE GARDINER HOTEL, MALVERN OPENS THIS WEEK
Malvern is set to welcome a new neighbourhood gem this Friday, 29th November, with the opening…
GET SWEET THIS FESTIVE SEASON WITH CHRISTMAS TARTS FROM FERGUSON PLARRE BAKEHOUSE
The festive season is here, and Ferguson Plarre’s Bakehouse is bringing the holiday cheer with its…
CERAVE PARTNERS WITH ABBIE CHATFIELD TO PROMOTE DAILY SPF PROTECTION WITH THE NEW SPF50 FACIAL MOISTURISING LOTION
CeraVe, the global skincare brand renowned for its dermatologist-developed products, is making waves in Australia with…
FOOD NEWS: HOCHI MAMA X BRENDAN PANG; HIGH TEA WITH DZERT; CHERI NOW OPEN IN SOUTH MELBOURNE
HOCHI MAMA X MASTERCHEF ALUM, BRENDAN PANG Hochi Mama, Melbourne’s popular Asian-fusion restaurant, has partnered with…
COUNTRY ROAD LAUNCHES AUSTRALIAN MADE SCENT RANGE INSPIRED BY LOCAL BOTANICALS
Iconic Australian fashion and lifestyle brand Country Road has unveiled a new range of scents, marking…
BEAUTY EDITOR LOVES: SKINCEUTICALS’ CELL CYCLE CATALYST
With so many serums around, and all saying they do all these magnificent things, it’s a relief…
SWISSE WELLNESS CELEBRATES SLEEP WITH OLYMPIAN HARRY GARSIDE
Following his remarkable performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Australian Olympian Harry Garside has teamed up…
PAIRE LAUNCH ITS LATEST COLLECTION BRINGING INNOVATION TO ACTIVEWEAR
Paire’s launches its latest collection for Spring/Summer that includes their latest innovation BioFlex™ bringing their fabric tech to…
UNIQLO LAUNCHES VIBRANT SPRING/SUMMER COLLECTION IN COLLABORATION WITH PRINCESSE TAM-TAM
Global apparel retailer UNIQLO has unveiled its highly anticipated 2024 Spring/Summer Collection, featuring a vibrant collaboration…
D.O.C FLAGSHIP, D.O.C OSTERIA OPENS THIS THURSDAY
D.O.C Gastronomia is marking its 20th anniversary with a grand reopening of its flagship location on…
MECCA HOLIDAY 2024 LAUNCHES TODAY
Beauty lovers rejoice! MECCA launches its MECCA Holiday spectacular with a range of beautiful gifts for…
EMPORIUM MELBOURNE CELEBRATES 10 YEARS WITH A FESTIVE HOUSE PARTY
Emporium Melbourne, a cornerstone of the city’s shopping landscape, is gearing up to celebrate its tenth…
FERGUSON PLARRE BAKEHOUSE PARTNERS WITH TIGGA MAC FOR LIMITED-EDITION CARTOON CAKE
Ferguson Plarre Bakehouse has teamed up with renowned cake creator and social media influencer Tigga Mac…
SWISS SPORTSWEAR BRAND ‘ON’ LAUNCHES THEIR FIRST AUSTRALIAN STORE IN MELBOURNE
Swiss sportswear brand On is set to make its Australian debut with the opening of its…
BAHARI CELEBRATES 10 YEARS WITH A SPECIAL MENU AND CAKE
Bahari, the popular Greek restaurant on Swan Street, Richmond, is celebrating its 10th birthday in October…
CHERI: A EUROPEAN-INSPIRED EATERY TO OPEN IN SOUTH MELBOURNE
Darling Group has announced the launch of its newest venture, Cheri, a European-inspired all-day eatery and…
KITTEN CUDDLE CHALLENGE – RAISE YOUR PAWS FOR AN AWESOME CAUSE
The Cat Protection Society of Victoria (CPSV) is thrilled to launch its delightful Kitten Cuddle Challenge,…
REVIEW: KYLIE COSMETICS WISP LASH MASCARA
I’m always on the lookout for a new mascara so when I saw the Kylie Cosmetics…
COUNTRY ROAD X HoMIE
Country Road has announced a new collaboration with HoMie, launching Tuesday 3 September. The partnership will see…
FATHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE 2024
Welcome to the ultimate Beauty & Lifestyle Father’s Day Gift Guide 2024! This year, we’re all…
DYSON LAUNCHES STYLING PRODUCTS
Dyson is taking its next step into the world of beauty with its first ever wet…
BEYOND BLUE’S BIG BLUE TABLE TO HELP TURN THE TABLES ON MENTAL HEALTH STIGMA
Beyond Blue is encouraging Australians to participate in their Big Blue Table initiative this October, aligning…
TROYE SIVAN’S TSU LANGE YOR FRAGRANCE RANGE DEBUTS AS MECCA’S FIRST AUSTRALIAN FRAGRANCE BRAND
MECCA, Australia’s leading destination for prestige beauty, is now home to its first Australian fragrance brand…
PIE SOCIETY LAUNCHES NEW PARTY PASTIES, HAWTHORN HOTEL OPENS NEW ROOFTOP AND CANNOLERIA OPENS FLAGSHIP IN CARLTON
PIE SOCIETY LAUNCHES CHEESE & ONION PARTY PASTIES Pie Society has already mastered the perfect pie, and…
MORPHE X ARIEL PRESENTED BY MECCA
Ariel Tejadal, the renowned makeup artist, visited Melbourne last month to showcase his collaboration with Morphe…
BEAUTY BRAND, HALF MAGIC ARRIVES IN AUSTRALIA
MECCA, Australia’s leading prestige beauty retailer, has announced that beauty brand, HALF MAGIC has landed in Australia, both…
SKINCEUTICALS LAUNCHES NEW CELL CYCLE CATALYST – SKIN SURFACE RENEWAL ACCELERATING SERUM TOBOOST ANTI-AGING RESULTS AND PREPARE SKIN FOR PROCEDURES
SkinCeuticals has unveiled its latest skincare innovation, Cell Cycle Catalyst (rrp $182, 30ml), aimed at rejuvenating aging…
NEW WINTER SAVOURIES WITH FERGUSON PLARRE’S COLLABORATION WITH DARREN PURCHESE
Ferguson Plarre’s Bakehouse has launched a new line of delicious savoury pies, created in collaboration with…
GLOSSIER ARRIVES IN AUSTRALIA! OUR FAVOURITES FROM THE RANGE
For years, Glossier has captivated beauty enthusiasts around the globe with its minimalist aesthetic and “skin…
RALPH LAUREN FRAGRANCES LAUNCHES POLO EST.67 EAU DE TOILETTE
Ralph Lauren Fragrances introduces a bold, fresh, and powerful new scent with its launch of POLO…
AUSTRALIAN FURNITURE BRAND, GLOBEWEST TURNS 20
Australian furniture brand GlobeWest is marking a significant milestone this July as it celebrates 20 years…
REVIEW: A WARMING AND HEARTY SOUP FROM YOUR FAVOURITE FAMILY SUPERMARKET – LAMANNA
There’s nothing better in Winter than a hot, steaming bowl of soup to warm the soul.…
DR. JART+ SKINCARE ARRIVES AT MECCA
The highly anticipated Dr. Jart+ Skincare range has officially arrived at MECCA, bringing a wave of…
DYSON LAUNCHES THE AIRSTRAIT STRAIGHTENER – WET TO DRY STRAIGHTENING IN LESS TIME, NO HOT PLATES AND NO HEAT DAMAGE
The Dyson Airstrait™ has landed on Australian shores, available for purchase for $749 AUD on Dyson.com.au from today.…
BIOTEN NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE
Naturally inspired and backed by science; Bioten is fast becoming the must-have daily skincare routine in…
KIEHL’S LAUNCH NEW ACNE BLEMISH COLLECTION
Global science-led skincare brand, Kiehl’s, has launched a breakthrough solution for clearer skin with the new…
GET EXCITED BEAUTY LOVERS! GLOSSIER LANDS AT MECCA THIS JULY
MECCA, Australia’s largest prestige beauty retailer, has announced a highly anticipated exclusive retail partnership with Glossier…
NATIONAL PIES LAUNCH NEW LOGO
National Pies, the beloved Tasmanian pie company has unveiled a refreshed logo! The new design, retains…