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Bandsome is bringing menswear back to (sustainable) basics
Gentleman

Bandsome is bringing menswear back to (sustainable) basics

14 Nov 2019

It’s an exciting time for menswear – the once hard-and-fast rules of dapper dressing have been thrown out the window in favour of experimental style. But where do you turn to when your neon bum-bag and platform sneakers inevitably fall out of fashion? To basics. A good tee and a reliable pair of pants are the bread and butter of most men’s wardrobes no matter what they throw on top. Bandsome is a brand that understands this, so it’s dedicating itself to producing the best basics out there in sustainable style. more

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Stroll down virtual market stalls with The Finders Keepers new online marketplace
Gentlefolk

Stroll down virtual market stalls with The Finders Keepers new online marketplace

07 Nov 2019

There's a certain satisfaction that comes with a local market find – ditching the retail racks and mass-produced items to stroll the stalls in search of something with that handcrafted touch. If you love that feeling, then you're likely fans of Australia's leading design and art marketplace, The Finders Keepers Markets, and wish they popped up more than twice a year. Well, dear readers, your wish may have just come true ... more

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The only item you'll need to wear this summer is the new edition Ugly Xmas Rashie
Gentlefolk

The only item you’ll need to wear this summer is the new edition Ugly Xmas Rashie

07 Nov 2019

Queenslanders are familiar with a few strategic provisions when the weather warms up and the festive season rolls around. A fridge stocked with cold beverages, fresh seafood and backyard cricket coincide with regular trips to the beach, an activity that demands vital sun safety measures in our corner of the stratosphere. Luckily, the Cancer Council Queensland have all your Ultra Violet woes covered this summer, bringing back a new edition of the Ugly Xmas Rashie. more

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Sport a pair of post-petroleum sneakers from French footwear company VEJA
Gentlefolk

Sport a pair of post-petroleum sneakers from French footwear company VEJA

24 Oct 2019

Did you know that the majority of running shoes on the market are made from a material that is 99-percent plastic, specifically, a polymer that is 99-percent petroleum? It doesn't take a scientist to know that doesn't bode particularly well for the future of our planet. The good news is that there's a cleaner alternative. Introducing The Condor, the first post-petroleum running shoe from French footwear company VEJA. more

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Going somewhere? Pack smarter and lighter with Tasi Travels
Gentlefolk

Going somewhere? Pack smarter and lighter with Tasi Travels

10 Oct 2019

Whether you're an intrepid traveller with an incurable case of wanderlust or you're just planning a getaway without loads of baggage, Tasi Travels has you covered (literally) with clothing designed for suitcases. The jet-set inspired collection has been consciously created for those times when you need versatile pieces that breathe and roll neatly into a backpack. more

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Pick up a pair of trendy trunks from the Gold Coast's PEAR swim
Gentleman

Pick up a pair of trendy trunks from the Gold Coast’s PEAR swim

03 Oct 2019

If the last few weeks of 30-plus temps are indicative of the impending season, it's going to be a scorcher! Gents, if your boardies are looking a bit Pete Murray (in that they've seen better days), pick up a pair from Gold Coast-label PEAR swim. Inspired by the salty shores of Italy, Turkey and Greece, the shorts will have you all set for summer and beyond. more

The Locals Next week: A BRISBANE LOCAL

Vivien Goldman
I've been brought up with the ideology of finding a way to function, even if you have to hack out some new path ... ~ Vivien Goldman more
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Standing out from the crowd – shop local at Brisbane's best boutiques
Gentlefolk

Standing out from the crowd – shop local at Brisbane’s best boutiques

29 Aug 2019

The benefits of shirking bigger chains in favour of shopping local are pretty much endless. Not only do you get to support the little guy but you also end up cultivating a way more unique sense of style. Most of us are suckers for some chain store basics – hey, we’re only human – but it’s those high-quality pieces and distinctive finds from independent shops that really hold a special place in our hearts (and wardrobes). We’ve handpicked some of Brisbane's best, coolest and most interesting boutiques for you to fall in love with. more