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Egg Records, West End
Gentlefolk

Egg Records makes the move to West End

13 Sep 2012

If you’re not a diehard vinyl fan, the petite sign revealing Eggs Records’ city presence may have eluded you since its opening a decade ago. But for the curious, and those who look up occasionally amongst the city’s centre, that little sign acted as beacon to a secret bazaar of musical goodness. Through a doorway, past a foreign money exchange kiosk and up a set of stairs, Egg Records resides, selling cult cartoon figurines and classic and collector vinyl. more

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sunspel
Gentleman

Discover the perfect basics of Sunspel

13 Sep 2012

The perfectly cut t-shirt can be difficult to find. Cheap material will warrant too-soon stretch marks, holes and pilling, while an unflattering cut will find itself spending large amounts of time at the back of your polo drawer. more

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the gourmet farmer deli book
Gentleman

Get hands on with The Gourmet Farmer Deli Book

13 Sep 2012

On weekends, time slows, meaning we can spend longer preparing meals and making each intricate step of a dish by hand instead of cutting corners with store-bought ingredients. It’s this slow, decadent environment that the new The Gourmet Farmer Deli Book is dedicated to – where minutes blend into hours as you lovingly pickle your own fish, stuff your own sausages and preserve your own vegetables. more

Accessories
yayoi kusama
Gentlewoman

Yayoi Kusama bag collection arrives at Louis Vuitton

13 Sep 2012

A prolific contemporary artist renowned for bold psychedelic works, Yayoi Kusama has practised a mesh of performance, painting, sculpture, installation and poetry for more than 60 years. This renowned Japanese artist was the focal point of a major solo exhibition at GOMA earlier this year, with a retrospective of her intriguing career now gracing the walls of the Whitey Museum of American Art in New York. more

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That Shop, Woolloongabba
Gentlewoman

Find pin-up couture at new That Shop, Woolloongabba

13 Sep 2012

Filling the empty shell left by the departed Miss Mouse in the Woolloongabba antique precinct is new boutique That Shop. Specialising in 1940s, 1950s and early 1960s reproductions, That Shop sources clothing and accessories from all over the world – from California and Las Vegas in the US to London and even a local Sydney label. more

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Mercedes-Benz Brisbane Alsace Polo Tournament
Gentleman

Elite outfits at Mercedes-Benz Brisbane Alsace Polo Tournament

13 Sep 2012

Sophisticated and tailored daywear is the order of the day for this weekend’s Mercedes-Benz Brisbane Alsace Polo Tournament . Whether it’s the excitement and thrill of the game that draws you in, or merely the opportunity to don your favourite bespoke blazer and sip Champagne amongst the frivolity of it all, this weekend’s polo tournament is one of the most elite events of the year. more

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scarves men
Gentleman

Scarves sneak onto the man style scene

06 Sep 2012

While winter may be over, the scarf is set to remain as an essential accessory – swapping wool for silks and cottons this new season. Knotted at the neck like a modern Left Bank writer, this style accessory can be fashioned from a long or short handkerchief, bandana or small scarf. more

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secret south, label
Gentlewoman

Introducing the new Secret Squirrel, Secret South

06 Sep 2012

Long-time lovers of Sydney label Secret Squirrel may be temporarily saddened to hear of the brand’s name change, but those heartstrings will bounce back up upon laying eyes on the new collection. Secret South is the rejigged creation of couple Bri Cheeseman and Andrew Prince, delivering a refreshed and slightly more grown-up take on their well-known style. more

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espadrilles
Gentleman

Slip on lightweight espadrilles as the weather warms

06 Sep 2012

A shoe that has been around for at least five centuries, the espadrille has been found on the feet of royal soldiers, mining workers, peasants and the seaside set. Originating out of the Pyrenees region, which straddles Spain and France, espadrilles are a classic spring and summer shoe, known for their lightweight, breathable materials and easy slip-on nature. more

Clothing
batson, label
Gentlewoman

Batson launches Robin Hood Garden collection

06 Sep 2012

Brisbane label Batson has cemented its entry into the fashion world with the release of its latest collection, Robin Hood Garden. Inspired by the London gardens of the same name, the garments are a conglomeration of ice-cream-esque colours and breezy shapes. more

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Angelus Shoe Polish
Gentleman

Keep shoes spick and span with Angelus Shoe Polish

06 Sep 2012

A family brand passed down through the generations, Angelus Shoe Polish Company was founded in 1907 by young Greek immigrant Paul T Angelos. Commencing in Chicago, Paul started out shining shoes to save enough money to move to Los Angeles, where he secured a job with a large shoe-shine stand. Burrowing away his earnings, he saved up enough to open his own stand, eventually expanding to employ his brothers and cousins across several locations. more

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Street-style comp chronicles fashion in the city
Gentlewoman

Street-style comp chronicles fashion in the city

06 Sep 2012

Inspired by the diversity of people, cultures and fashion, Scott Schuman of The Sartorialist set out to create a two-way dialogue about the world of fashion and its relationship to daily life. His rise to international fame is well known, and he has since paved the way for hundreds of other street-style bloggers who have followed in his trailblazing footsteps. more

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our kitchen garden
Gentleman

Get out your green thumb – it’s time to garden

06 Sep 2012

With the weather all sunshine and cool breezes at the moment, there’s no better time to get into the garden. September is a good month for planting beetroot, peas, beans, cucumber and silver beet, which will all be ready in time for cooking up family feasts at Christmas. And while the garden might be a dirty place (literally), there’s no reason to use scruffy tubs and tools in your green thumb quests. more