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alice McCALL and Furla lead Westfield Chermside’s premium fashion offering

21 Sep 2017

If you’ve opened up your wardrobe recently and almost cringed at the selection of garments within, don’t worry – we get it. There are few feelings better than adding a handful of new items to your outfit selection, and Westfield Chermside is shaping up to be the spot to do just that. This year has seen Westfield Chermside put its best foot forward in the fashion stakes, adding a whole new shopping precinct and following it up with a string of premium openings. If you want to shake up your look, we’ve listed some of the top spots to shop. more

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Japanese mainstay visvim’s latest collection brings us a dose of Americana cool

14 Sep 2017

Trends come and go, but true style is forever. Sure, it’s fun to experiment here and there, but often the pieces that we gravitate towards are the ones that follow two rules – they are made well and designed thoughtfully. Iconic Japanese brand visvim is a testament to this, creating collection after collection filled with items that are both swoon-worthy but totally practical. The brand’s latest drop holds up to its reputation, featuring a signature style laced with touches of Americana cool. more

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Put your best foot forward at Westfield’s Fashion Weekend

07 Sep 2017

Winter is like, so last season. We’re all about spring now and, as such, we need to dress appropriately. Before we know it, it will be racing season and then beach season, so restocking our wardrobe with some brand-new threads is an issue of paramount importance. Westfield is wasting no time capitalising on the seasonal change, hosting a seriously stylish celebration across all of its shopping centres on September 9 and 10. We’re talking killer retail offers, pop-up bars, live entertainment and much more – get ready people, dressing room montages are coming. more

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Wish you were here – Emma Mulholland channels vacay vibes for new label Holiday

07 Sep 2017

Who doesn’t love holidays? When we think about the chance to take a break, kick back and max out our relaxing, we get a little bit giddy with excitement. One person who has accurately captured the aesthetic of vacation vibes is Emma Mulholland, the Sydney designer who has taken a departure from her signature style to create a brand-new label. Let Holiday The Label take you someplace dreamy– go on, you’ve earned it. more

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The Weekend Series: spoil your old man with some Father’s Day gifts that don’t suck

31 Aug 2017

We don’t mean to alarm you, but Father’s Day is this weekend. On Sunday September 3, dads all over the country will be showered with gifts of all kinds. If this realisation has caused a moderate amount of alarm, we urge you not to panic. Just because you may or may not have forgotten to get a present this year is no excuse to opt for a cop-out gift. You’ve still got a bit of time to put an order in for something special, and it just so happens we’ve got a handy list of gift ideas that don’t totally blow! At this stage these gifts might arrive a bit late, but trust us – they'll be worth it. No need to thank us, we’re just doing our duty. It’s the dads that deserve your thanks – they helped to give you the gift of life, after all. more

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Groovy, baby – Billionaire Boys Club’s latest drop goes subtly psychedelic

31 Aug 2017

By all accounts, the 1960s were a pretty wild time – the Vietnam War was raging and the American youth were revolting against the violence around them by advocating for peace. From this counterculture sprang the hippie movement, and with it came a whole new wave of fashion. Free love and flower power were the name of the game, with many followers of the movement wearing their hearts on their sleeves via tangible symbols of tolerance and pacification. It is this time period that has influenced the Billionaire Boys Club’s Fall 2017 drop, infusing touches of the era with its own signature aesthetic. more

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Phoebe Paradise brings a splash of colour to The Valley with new store

24 Aug 2017

If you’ve seen a bunch of fashionable folk strutting around in some loud and vibrant clothing recently, there’s a good chance they’re dressed in Phoebe Paradise. The Brisbane-born label run by the talented artist of the same name has become more and more coveted and acclaimed in recent years, and now Phoebe Paradise has opened a brick-and-mortar space on Ann Street in Fortitude Valley. Inspired by Phoebe’s own eclectic, D.I.Y. aesthetic, this space is set to be much more than just a super-fashionable boutique. more

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Camp Hill Antique Centre and TART Cafe settles in to its brand-new digs

17 Aug 2017

Though the closure of the Woolloongabba Antique Centre broke our hearts, we barely had time to mourn before Camp Hill Antique Centre opened and established itself as Brisbane’s new home of eclectic, pre-loved furniture and accessories. In addition to a gargantuan space filled wall to wall with all manner of paraphernalia, Camp Hill Antique Centre is also home to TART Cafe – a fetching mid-century inspired diner that plates up the perfect fare to fuel your imminent shopping spree. more

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Get ready for the warmer weather with Double Rainbouu

03 Aug 2017

It won’t be long now before your winter woes will disappear for another year, so it’s high time you started thinking about your warmer weather wardrobe. If you associate summer with colour, then Double Rainbouu is a brand to need to become acquainted with immediately. Self-described as a label for ‘beach babes and pool punks’ Double Rainbouu is an arresting and eye-catching range of garments for those that want to add an edge to their summer attire. more

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Wrap yourself up in wearable art from Sydney’s Wah Wah

27 Jul 2017

Whoever said knitted sweaters weren’t punk rock obviously has never seen the stylish beauties crafted and distributed by Wah Wah. The creator of cool and cosy clothes is renowned for teaming up with bands to reimagine album artwork as comfy jumpers. Before winter ends, consider adding a couple of these eye-catching numbers to your wardrobe. more

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Slip into the some Australian-designed kicks from Athletikan

06 Jul 2017

For the uninitiated, sneaker culture is a big deal. Shoes are more than just a comfortable necessity – they are a crucial part of the overall style game. A couple of forward-thinking upstarts are making a splash in the local sneaker scene, recently launching Athletikan – an athleisure brand that produces kicks that can be taken from the street to the gym and beyond. more

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Give your ankles a bit of razzle-dazzle with socks from Fortis Green

22 Jun 2017

Sometimes wearing a suit every day can be a bit of a drag. Sure, a good suit never goes out of style but you really have to put some effort in to make it pop day in and day out. The easiest way to imbue a bit of flair into your outfit is with a jazzy sock, and Fortis Green makes some of the funkiest socks around, combining eye-catching patterns with luxurious Egyptian cotton. more

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Don the latest threads from the Carhartt WIP and P.A.M. Radio Club collab

15 Jun 2017

Two of the most coveted names in streetwear have linked up for a capsule collection that seamlessly blends the cool aesthetics of both brands. Carhartt WIP and Perks and Mini (P.A.M.) join forces once again for the Radio Club collection – a range influenced by antiquated communication methods such as analogue radio and QSL cards. more

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The best of both worlds – MR PORTER and Gucci team up for a killer capsule collection

25 May 2017

When it comes to fashion, it’s hard to resist a good collaboration. Two geniuses are better than one, right? In an industry where boundaries are constantly being pushed and tested, it’s always nice to see big-time names coming together to create sartorial magic. Lucky for us, the teams from award-winning men’s style online destination MR PORTER and iconic luxury fashion house Gucci have teamed up to bring us a capsule collection that celebrates the best of each brand. more

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Misfit Apparel takes cues from 80s true grit with its DEEPRESSION drop

11 May 2017

The 80s were a period of total contrast – every saccharine pop jam had its brooding indie counterpart or aggressive rock and roll protest anthem. It was such an exciting time from a cultural perspective, so it’s no surprise that some of the most innovative and exciting fashion from the present day is influenced by the decade. DEEPRESSION is the latest collection from Sydney streetwear label Misfit Apparel, taking cues from punk-rock grit and everyone’s favourite outspoken role model – Henry Rollins. more

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Start the new season with a new look courtesy of OH DAWN

13 Apr 2017

Sometimes it’s okay to do a little bit of spring cleaning in autumn – especially if it’s your wardrobe that needs pruning! If you’ve just overhauled your clothing collection and you’ve been reduced to slim pickings, add a few new stylish pieces from Copenhagen-based menswear label OH DAWN. more

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Run wild amongst Westfield Chermside’s new fashion precinct

06 Apr 2017

If you are currently standing while reading this, we suggest you sit down before you continue. We’ve been on tenterhooks awaiting the launch of Westfield Chermside’s newest addition, and now the moment we’ve been waiting for has arrived! Westfield Chermside will be welcoming one and all to the official opening of its new fashion precinct, which includes the launch of massive retailers such as Sephora, Zara and H&M as well as dozens of new retailers across fashion, home and lifestyle products. more

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Meet Joe Black – your best friend when it comes to looking sharp

06 Apr 2017

He’s a trendsetter, a high-flyer, a gentleman and he knows how to wear the hell out of a suit. Joe Black is the new face on the Brisbane suit scene – helping gents find their confidence by equipping them in premium attire. Joe Black knows how to dress anyone from brawlers to barristers, with a sharp collection of pieces now available in the new flagship store on Elizabeth Street. more

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Get ready to shop up a storm – David Jones now open on James Street

30 Mar 2017

If you’ve been saving your pennies for the arrival of David Jones on James Street, get ready to break open the piggy bank. This Thursday March 30, the highly anticipated boutique shopping destination will open its doors for the first time, giving a glimpse to attendees of this year’s marie claire Up Late event. more

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Get suited up by one of the masters of style at Harrolds Pacific Fair

17 Mar 2017

Listen, we all know that a good suit is an investment – so it needs to be perfect. One of the best ways to cut a sleek figure is by donning a perfectly tailored ensemble, so Harrolds and Tom Ford is giving gentlemen the chance to get it right. On March 21–22, aspiring Don Drapers can score an appointment with Tom Ford’s master tailor Davide Sambin – one of the sharpest stylists in the business. more