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The Weekend Series: treat yo’ self to some pampering at these luxe roadtrip worthy day spas

18 Oct 2018

If the weeks and months of the year to date have taken their toll on your soul and your skin, there’s nothing to do but recuperate and replenish. Trust us, self-care is an essential practice, which means a visit to a day spa is almost akin to visiting the doctor. While there are plenty of top-notch pampering spots in close proximity to our homes, we’re in love with the idea of abandoning the city in favour of a day spa that’s beyond the reaches of the city. Clear your schedule – this weekend is all about massages, facials, treatments, soaks, exfoliations and, most importantly, you. more

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New season, new me – six must-have summer items across fashion and beauty

12 Oct 2018

As much as the beautiful sunny days, steamy nights and abundance of mangoes are reason enough to love summertime, one of the things we appreciate most about a new season is the chance to update our wardrobes and give our beauty routines a little refresh. A change in weather signifies a change in both our fashion and skincare needs, so we’ve teamed up with the guru stylists at Westfield to pick their brains about must-have products coming into summer. more

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Beloved eco store Biome launches its first in-house skincare range

11 Oct 2018

When it comes to the wonderful world of skincare, often we are bombarded with a huge number of supposedly essential products that add up to create a 37-step routine. Fair enough if that’s your jam, but for those of us who prefer to keep it simple, the search for a core range of products to keep us in check can seem very daunting. If you’ve been looking for a natural, low-maintenance routine to get into, the search is over – beloved eco store Biome has just launched its own in-house skincare range, and you’d best believe it’s the real deal. more

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Go-To Skincare drops Zincredible – its long-awaited SPF moisturiser

11 Oct 2018

Let us hit you with some hard facts. One – the sun's rays are tremendously harsh and too much exposure can do long-term damage to your biggest organ, your precious skin. But you already knew that, right? Two – Zoë Foster Blake is a generation-defining queen. After more than four-and-a-half years of testing, trials and development, Zoë's skincare company Go-To has just dropped its most anticipated product to date – Zincredible. more

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The Weekend Series: put your best face forward with these five cruelty-free skincare brands

13 Sep 2018

Real talk – skincare is amazing. The rise in self-care culture is frankly something we can very much get behind, especially when it promotes showing one of your most vital and hard done-by organs some love. One of the best ways you can show your skin that you appreciate it is by using the least harsh products possible – we’re talking natural, organic and cruelty-free. Not only is it good for you, but the environment wins too. Double happiness! To get you started, we’ve compiled five of our favourite natural skincare brands into a squeaky-clean list – so go forth and live your best life. more

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From glistening gems to Japanese treasures – discover the best of Adelaide Street shopping

12 Jul 2018

When embarking on a shopping spree, it's only natural for your mind to immediately wander to the heart of Brisbane City. We don't blame you – it truly is the retail centre of town. When you know where to look, you can discover a treasure trove of boutique gems tucked away on one of the city's key promenades – Adelaide Street. If you've got some money burning a hole in your pocket and want to avoid the crowds of the mall, we've put together a quick hit-list of places perfect for a splurge. more

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Shop local and be rewarded at the Brisbane Indie Sale Trail

22 Feb 2018

We shouldn't have to tell you the reasons why – now more than ever we need to be considering our purchase choices and turning our dollars to support local. Brisbane is blessed with a plethora of creative minds who spend countless hours curating their stores to offer us unique goodies and let's be honest – nothing beats that tangible shopping experience. This weekend, five local women-run business are teaming up for the Brisbane Indie Sale Trail, and to sweeten the day you'll be treated to a growing discount with each store you visit. more

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Protect your skin and the coral reefs with Little Urchin natural sunscreen

08 Feb 2018

Us Queensland folk are generally very active – whether we're out there exercising, swimming at the beach or wading in a kiddie pool sipping spritzers, we like to spend a fair chunk of our time outdoors. Wearing sunscreen has been a routine drilled into us since we were all little tackers, but have you ever wondered about those big words that make up the ingredients list on your trusty tube of suncream? Well, Chris Matthews did ... and so begins the story of natural sunscreen brand Little Urchin. more

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I am hoping the industry starts concentrating on quality over quantity, supporting fair working conditions and paying their workers a living wage ... ~ Kim Bailey more

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Brooklyn Beauty Bar is ready to tame your tresses with its new menu of hair services

02 Nov 2017

Whether you’re prepping for a big event or simply just want to treat yo’self, it’s very rare that you will find everything you need in the one place – the struggle of having a nail tech in New Farm when your tanner is in Taringa is real. For those in the know, Brooklyn Beauty Bar has long been the only spot that even comes close to rounding up the most crucial beauty services and delivering them with the highest standard of quality. Well, dear readers, prepare to jump for joy – the cult beauty destination’s James Street digs has added hair to its resume! more

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Treat yo’self – splurge your hard-earned cash at Brisbane City’s high-end stores

19 Oct 2017

Look, it would be great if we lived in the sort of rap fantasy world where we could drape ourselves head to toe in LV without batting an eyelid or maxing out our credit cards. For most of us, getting kitted out in those fancy labels and iconic monograms seems like a pipe dream … but it doesn’t necessarily have to be. A totally achievable way to level up your sartorial game is to invest in one killer luxury piece that goes the distance, which is what high-end labels tend to specialise in. We’ve combed through some of Brisbane City’s most luxe fashion houses to find lust-worthy items that will anchor any wardrobe. more

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Put your best face forward – Mecca Maxima’s largest-ever store is now open at Wintergarden

21 Sep 2017

Calling all beauty junkies of Brisbane – we don’t mean to alarm you, but something extremely significant has happened. If you live for your lashes, know how to contour like a pro and have a serious jones for skincare, you’re probably already aware of a little old store called Mecca Maxima. Here comes the news you may want to sit down for – our fair city has officially become home to the biggest Mecca Maxima in the whole darn country! Mecca Maxima Wintergarden is open for business, bringing lovers of all things beauty a mind-boggling selection of premium products to play with. more

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Beauty junkies rejoice! MECCA unveils its hotly anticipated in-house brand

10 Aug 2017

When it comes to the cosmetics and beauty world, trends move at what seems like a mile a minute. One thing that never goes out of style, however, is good old-fashioned quality. In a market that is absolutely teeming with options, there are certain names that carry a heck of a lot of clout – MECCA is one of them. The beauty giants have been teasing us for three long years but the wait is finally over – MECCA MAX has landed, bringing us a whopping selection of products from one of the most lauded institutions in the business. more

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Treat your skin to plant-based purity with Saya Skincare

18 May 2017

Your skin is technically your largest organ, so it makes sense to take darn good care of it. The market is flooded with all manner of products that promise everything from eternal youth to a blemish-free face, but often these bigger brands are packed with gnarly chemicals – not to mention that a lot of cosmetic giants still test on animals (the absolute worst). Saya Skincare is here to save the day, offering a range of certified organic and plant-based products that proves nature really is the ultimate healer. more

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Glide all night on Go-To’s all-new silk Face Case

13 Apr 2017

If you've spent all of your life with your face on a cotton pillowcase, it's time to start living on the edge. You need a silk pillowcase in your life. Let us introduce you to the newbie from skincare company Go-To – the silk Face Case. It's got all the benefits of sleeping on silk, plus it's embroided with the words 'Hi, cute face'. Seriously, take our money. Now. 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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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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Cosmetic giant Sephora announces the location of its first Brisbane store

09 Mar 2017

The news we have been waiting for has arrived – now all that’s left is to start compiling a shopping list longer than our arms. Sephora is set to open its eighth Australian store – the first in Brisbane – on Thursday April 6. We can reveal that the iconic black and white doors will open at Westfield Chermside alongside a host of fabulous fashion retailers. more

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Pop bottles and pamper yourself at Petrie Terrace’s new Brooklyn Beauty Bar

15 Dec 2016

If there are three words that we at The Weekend Edition live by, it’s treat yo’ self! We can’t say no to a good pampering session, and the geniuses at Brooklyn Beauty Bar are going all out to ensure we get the indulgent treatment we deserve. If your last salon experience left you wanting, make like a mixologist and shake things up with a visit to Brooklyn Beauty Bar at The Barracks. more

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Pop in to The Lip Lab’s lippy pop-up in the Wintergarden

25 Aug 2016

One of Australia’s most innovative cosmetics companies is heading to town to show off its range of colour blends. The Lip Lab’s colour consultants will be on hand to help patrons pick and choose their favourite lip shade from Monday August 29. more

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Keep your brow game on point with Booki Brow Co.

11 Aug 2016

One of the biggest beauty sins is eyebrow neglect, no doubt about it. Those seemingly innocuous hairs are anything but, and are often the leading cause of totally justified morning meltdowns. Saving the day is Brisbane native Booki Brow Co., arriving on the scene to ensure ladies have the tools to create coveted Cara Delevigne-esque brows. more