It’s been said before, but fashion really is linked with identity. As lost teenagers eager to please we simply mimic what the ‘cool kids’ wear, in our twenties we begin to experiment a little, at 30 our ideas of what we like really start to take shape and by the time retirement crawls around, our carefree spirits are reflected in elastic pants and cosy cardigans. more
Appropriate for wearing to bed and out of doors, the humble t-shirt may not be one of the showstoppers in your wardrobe. But, if it rates highly in the comfort stakes, a good tee can be one of your most treasured garments. more
In 1945, Lance Hill began to wonder if there was a way he could improve the static clothesline to make life a little easier for his wife. In rethinking the design of the clothesline, he created the iconic Hills Hoist and changed the way Australians hung their washing forevermore. more
There are a lot of people complaining that ‘They don’t make things like they used to,’ but few who have taken the initiative to reverse this trend. The masterminds of the Izola range of wares are amongst this elite group of creators. more
First worn by men as symbol of status and religion, the turban is thought to have made its way to the West in the 17th century, where its fashionable applications did not go unnoticed. more
The realities of living in the city make it rather difficult to fulfill girlish childhood dreams of owning a pony. Instead, you can channel a love for the equestrian in the style department. more
It’s starting to get a little chilly out there, and that means it's time to restock the beauty cabinet with winter essentials. As party of your winter beauty overhaul, don’t forget to update the daily essentials in your handbag. more
Being a city slicker doesn’t mean that you should completely ignore your inner hunter/gather instincts (unless that instinct is telling you to wrestle a wild animal, in which case we suggest suppressing it completely). Get some dirt under those fingernails by indulging in a spot of fishing instead. more
While a stint in Wintergarden whetted our appetite for perfectly tailored blazers and Japanese kimono shorts, Pistols At Dawn quietly closed earlier this year, allowing the team to conjure a new plan for the brand. more
Winter is about to set in and while our cold toes may mean sandals are the furthest footwear from our mind, those bound for a European summer may be in need of a little warm-weather inspiration. more
With its name taken from the number of weft yarns the warp yarn passes over (three) and under (one) during the weaving process to construct a denim fabric, Australian label Three Over One has just launched an online store. more
Perhaps you’ve read the book or seen the original film, or maybe ‘old sport’ has weaseled its way into your vocabulary of late. But if The Great Gatsby hasn’t yet tinged your lifestyle, the latest offering from Brooks Brothers may tilt your sense of dress towards the roaring twenties. more
Ross Wootten began making bespoke shoes in the 1970s in South Australia, having trained under master Belgian shoemaker, George Koleff. With afternoons spent eagerly watching on in his father’s tiny studio fused in his memory, Jess Cameron-Wootten continued in the family footsteps, crafting shoes from scratch. more
With the change of season comes dry skin and parched lips as the wind picks up and we indulge in faux heating. To ensure you’re only using the best-quality natural ingredients on your precious facial region, we’ve compiled a little list of lip balms to keep on hand this winter. more
If your eco ethics extend further than recycling your weekly milk bottle, sustainable fashion website The Beautiful Think may appeal to your cleverly curated wardrobe. more
A backpack can bring ease to getting from A to B, whether from home to work or Paris to Manhattan. Fostering the desire to inject discovery and adventure into each day, Jansport has been making this ease of travel possible for more than 40 years more
An outdoor lifestyle brand that engages people in the adventure of changing lives, Kammok grew out of an idea for alternative bedding to help people in malaria-stricken countries. more
South Bank has set up a free Pamper Place to reward and say thank you to mums this weekend. At the Mother’s Day Pamper Place, mums will be able to indulge in a relaxing massage to unwind and rejuvenate at the hands of muscle-kneading wizards. more
Traditionally associated with images of farmers and railroad labourers working in the harsh sunshine, overalls are made from hardy, durable fabrics, providing comfort and protection from the elements. more
There’s a bustling stream of creative, fashion-minded talent about our city, and sometimes you just need to know where to look to support the local labels. more
