2023 is the year of self-care, and we're looking to carry this theme into 2024 and beyond. It's divine timing then that a new wellness destination has been announced for Tamborine Mountain next year. An elemental bathhouse nestled within the tropical rainforest, SOL Elements will feature a bounty of blissful facilities and treatments, from a Himalayan salt cave to detoxifying saunas. more
Need to shake up your signature scent? Is your grooming routine a bit rote? Do you want to inject a bit of luxury into your everyday routine? Friends, you need to head to Le Labo. The famed fragrance maker has opened its very first bricks-and-mortar location on Brisbane's most fashionable promenade. Pop in and grab a hand-crafted scent (with a personalised label, to boot), an exfoliating scrub, a rejuvenating lotion or a nostril-catching candle. more
We all know weddings are expensive, and in the current economy forking out tens of thousands of dollars on the big day is unlikely given life’s other priorities. If you're looking for the ultimate reason to not have to invite Tom, Dick and Harry to your wedding, then this exciting new wedding venue may just be your answer. Introducing Wham Bam Thankyou Sam – Brisbane’s first ever micro-wedding venue, offering modern-day romantics an intimate, stress-free and super-fun wedding day. more
Here at The Weekend Edition, we love our food. If you've been following us for a while you know that food, whatever form it may come in, is kinda our jam. So when an Australian brand creating super-cute, hyper-realistic food-inspired products came to our attention, we instantly fell in love. Introducing Nonnas Grocer – a concept store offering a fruit market-full of fruit and veggie-inspired candles. more
We may think of a day at the museum as a relaxing couple of hours spent strolling through galleries, but what if we told you that there's a unique Queensland museum that requires you to dig a little deeper? Underneath the ocean, to be specific. This Ariel-approved gallery is called the Museum of Underwater Art, and it recently gained a new exhibition, which melds real-life figures with big-blue artefacts. more
With RSVPs flooding inboxes and wedding pictures taking over our social-media feeds, it might seem like everyone is getting hitched at the moment. If you're on the hunt for luxe wedding gifts, Edward Street Brisbane is where to stop, drop and shop. The street has emerged as Queensland’s most prestigious and exciting retail precinct – and with stores like Cartier and Hermès, you can see why. If you're eager to celebrate yours or your nearest and dearest's special day, Edward Street Brisbane is full of glamorous gifts. Here are some of our top picks ... more
Calling all parents with tiny tradies! Get the little ones out of the sandpit and into the car as they're graduating to the big leagues – Australia's first mini excavator park for kids has opened in the Scenic Rim and its just an hour's drive from both Brisbane and the Gold Coast. more
No matter who you ask, there is no denying that Rolls-Royce is the epitome of exquisite design. Since the brand's inception more than a century ago, Bespoke Rolls-Royce vehicles have been renowned as objects of desire – a statement piece likened to that of sparkling diamonds or an Hermés Birkin. Cullinan has established itself as the most luxurious, pinnacle SUV in the market. The Rolls-Royce Bespoke Collective has taken inspiration from the high fashion it has so long aligned with, reflecting the eclectic tastes and lifestyles of its clientele. more
For lovers of jewellery, SARAH & SEBASTIAN needs no introduction. The fine jewellery label, founded by Sarah Gittoes and Robert Sebastian Grynkofki, is beloved by the diamond-wearing masses for its original handcrafted designs and responsibly sourced precious metals and jewels. In some seriously great news for fans of the brand, you needn't have to buy online any longer, as SARAH & SEBASTIAN has opened its first Queensland store in the heart of Brisbane. more
If the cooler weather and the general middle-of-the-year slump has you dreading waking up early to get a workout in, sometimes getting motivated is as simple as treating yourself to some new activewear. Enter brand-new athleisure wear line Alitah State, the brainchild of a Gold Coast influencer and a new reason to set our alarms for that awfully early 6:00 am pilates class. more
Mums have a pretty tough but rewarding role. They bring you into this world, raise and help mould you into the human being you are today and fill your life with love, care and let's be real, Sunday roast leftovers. Sunday May 14 is Mother's Day – a whole day dedicated to mums and giving back to the person that birthed you. Helping you to secure the perfect present for your mama bear is The City's stylish shopping precinct Edward Street Brisbane, which has curated its own Mother's Day gift guide that is sure to get you in Mum's good books. Here are six our of favourite picks ... more
Sometimes when we're feeling the pressure at work or we're inundated with life's stresses, we like to imagine ourselves in a peaceful sanctuary where relaxation is the only thing that matters. Well, this peaceful sanctuary is actually a lot closer than you think – it's located in the heart of Fortitude Valley at Hotel X. The luxe 146-room hotel, lifestyle and dining destination has just announced its newest – and perhaps most ambitious – package to date, a fully-catered yoga retreat. more
Louis Vuitton needs no introduction. Its iconic monogrammed goods are covetable items for any style-savvy shopper and its cutting-edge designs continually make it one of the most in demand fashion brands on the planet. Last week the high-end designer cemented its position in Brisbane's retail landscape with a brand-new flagship on Queen Street Mall – a palatial three-level emporium housing everything from ready-to-wear apparel and accessories to travel-inspired furnishings. Take a peek inside ... more
If you've cruised by the Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct lately and spied a greater amount of sweaty and smiley souls emerging from the waterfront hub, there's a good reason. Function Well, one of Brisbane's leading fitness centres, has just opened a brand-new three-level flagship facility at the precinct. Spread across three floors, fitness enthusiasts of all ability levels are taking advantage of some premium amenities – both constitutional and therapeutic – to achieve their goals. As it turns out, one of our writers was already a member of Function Well, so we roped them into giving us a rundown of the facilities. more
Funlab, the zany squad behind fantastical entertainment concepts such as B. Lucky & Sons, Archie Brothers Cirque Electric and Holey Moley Golf Club, is set to debut its most immersive concept in Brisbane next month. Hijinx Hotel will open at Westfield Chermside on Friday March 31, unveiling an immersive wonderland boasting game rooms, a New-York hotel themed bar and a kitchen dispensing delectable bites. Here's what you can expect ... more
Whether you're shopping, dining, exercising or just simply relaxing, West End's premier lifestyle precinct West Village certainly has it all. Since its launch, the lifestyle hub has seen restaurants, retail and residential spaces opening left, right and centre and if you were thinking West Village couldn't possibly get any better, we have some exciting news for you. Come April, West Village will welcome Salon Lane – a luxury co-working space for top hair, beauty and wellness professionals. Here is what we know so far ... more
If you've spent a fair amount of time this summer scouting Instagram for cute beach accessories and inflatable pool toys, then you've probably come across Pool Buoy. Not your average kiddie pool slinger, the brand boasts a range of designer inflatable pools that are sure to transport you back to the 60s and 70s. It's the perfect summer accessory – all you have to do is add water! more
In the words of Shirley Bassey, diamonds are forever. If you like the idea of permanent jewellery, get along to Sarah & Sebastian's pop-up at Queen Street Mall this March and have a ten-karat gold chain seamlessly soldered onto your wrist. The pop-up is part of the brand's SOLDERED ON THE ROAD tour, which is making its way around Australia. more
While it wasn't that long ago that people predicted in the year 2023 we would be inundated with flying cars and magical microwaves that cook up Christmas feasts almost immediately, our present looks a bit different. That's not to say we're not flying into the advanced-technology future at break-neck speed though! One invention that looks to hasten that momentum even more is augmented-reality app tagSpace. Developed right here in Queensland, this handy app enables consumers to access information and entertainment like never before – and it has just launched in Brisbane. more
It's all happening on James Street, which has welcomed a plethora of fresh-faced arrivals this year, from homegrown fashion labels to hot-to-trot shoe shops. The next newcomer comes in the form of designer destination Désordre Boutique, which opened opposite The Calile Hotel on Saturday December 17. This new boutique is brimming with high-end pieces that have been worn by the likes of Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber and Emily Ratajkowski. more
