Look back through the pages of history and you’ll quickly realise that ladies of bygone eras often had a pretty tough time of it. But then the world wars happened and Australian women started to realise that they could work and earn a crust, and that they were pretty wonderful after all. more
From the venue stages to the craft stalls, Brisbane is bursting with artistic talent. The fresh new collection from emerging fashion designer Eliza McCabe is yet another gem in the city’s creative crown. more
If you’re partial to hanging a Christmas stocking over the fireplace (or along the verandah, Queensland style), here are a few pointers for filling that red fuzzy sock with some last-minute gentlemanly goods. more
A process of patience and precision, millinery is often thought of as a lost art. Gabrielle Chanel started out fashioning masculine hats to frame feminine faces before progressing to clothing, and Stephen Jones has turned his craft into an art form, exhibiting in galleries around the world. more
Urbanears is at it again, creating new products for our eyes and hearts (and ears) to lust after. more
The season of giving is officially upon us and weekend shopping time is running out as we lead up to the big jolly day. Luckily, many local makers and shops are hosting pop-up events this weekend so you can get your presents wrapped and ready under the tree. more
The tree is up and sparkling bright in the living room, you’re bursting into carols with every spirited step in the street and you’re plotting what to serve with your pre-ordered leg of ham on the big day. more
Strands of fairy floss floating in the breeze as you dangerously shovel the sticky sugar in to your mouth, screams of delight and fear filling the air, weary naps in the car on the way home – days at the funfair are a whirlwind of colour and adventure. more
Husband-and-wife duo Charles and Ray Eames are ranked amongst the most important designers of the 20th century. Making major contributions to modern architecture and furniture, the pair took to each product they created with a boundless sense of adventure, always curious to improve the designs around them. more
The nation's largest TOPSHOP TOPMAN store officially opened its doors in Brisbane City today. Prepare those elbows and get ready to hustle. more
Synonymous with the art of stylish travel, Louis Vuitton has been crafting luxury luggage since 1854. In 1995, the brand first opened in Brisbane, moving to its current location in the Queen Street Mall in 2005. more
Brisbane label House of Cards is giving us even more reason to shop local this Christmas, with the opening of a cute-as-a-button concept store in Winn Lane. more
If your pile of Christmas gifts resembles a kindergarten craft project more than a grown-up’s attempt at gift-wrap, it might be time to call on the help of The Souvenir Society. more
Growing up, your favourite beach towel might have been the well-worn brown-striped number stolen from your parents’ linen closet – the same one they were using in the 1970s – but these days, your beach towel can be so much more interesting, and an extension of your wardrobe and personality. more
We’re dreaming of a long, hot summer full of sorbet-oriented adventures, Paul Kelly backing tracks and cruising around on a Kippy Skateboard. more
When you part with your precious pennies each Christmas, you’re kicking off a chain reaction of goodwill. Send the kindness in the right direction with a handmade gift from the Fair Trade Christmas Market in Corinda. more
Locals will honour the incredibly talented female artists who contributed to Lip magazine in late-1970s Melbourne at a special launch event at the Institute of Modern Art tonight. more
Those clever Dutch design folk are at it again. This time they’ve come up with a range of 3D-printed camera lens hoods made from biodegradable materials. more
You may have buried your bucket hat along with your Hypercolor tee and your Malibu Stacey in a long-forgotten box at your folks’ house, but that amusing fashion merry-go-round has pulled back up to the 1990s – and all signs are pointing to bucket hat. more
Brisbane’s great big heart is threaded through the pages of the eighth annual Frock Paper Scissors magazine, which has been lovingly crafted by some incredibly talented local university students. more
