Beauty
myrtle & moss skincare
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Indulge with myrtle & moss botanical skincare

After a long day in the garden or in the drying air-conditioning at work, there’s nothing more luxurious than smothering our busy hands in a lush layer of soothing botanical cream. As winter approaches, the desire for a healing hand cream of nature-derived ingredients increases, as we seek a lotion that is deeply moisturising but without the grease factor. more

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Greenwood's Home pop up shop
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Greenwood’s Home pops up at James Lane

Local online gifts and homewares store Greenwood’s Home has found a temporary spot to materialise in James Lane, just in time for a spot of Mother’s Day shopping. Owner Sarah McCarthy-James was inspired by her great grandfather Thomas Greenwood to start the store – he ran a small gift and homewares shop called Greenwood’s in England in 1917. more

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108a Latrobe boutique, Paddington
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Discover hidden boutique 180a Latrobe in Paddington

Tucked underneath brunch hotspot Hamptons Home Living in Paddington is new studio and boutique space, 108a Latrobe. The space has been quietly serving as a studio for local sculptor and jewellery designer Kathy McLay for the past two years, but a chance meeting with clothing designer Katelyn Aslett has seen the hidden studio transformed. more


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SHOWstudio
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The creative process is unveiled with SHOWstudio

Nick Knight is most renowned for his role behind the camera, as one of England's most prolific photographers. The creative has shot everyone from Kate Moss to Daphne Guinness in his uniquely flamboyant photographic style, appearing in fashion spreads across the creme de la creme of glossy publications. The photographer is also a firm believer in sharing the creative process with the world, as is evidenced in his fashion film website, SHOWstudio. more

Beauty
nars stain lip pencil
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Add NARS lip colour to your make-up regime

Created from a fascination with colour, purity and texture, NARS cosmetics launched in 1993, with founder François Nars providing Barneys in New York with a collection of merely 12 lipsticks. Now this modern cult make-up label covers all bases, applying its iconic shades to nails, cheeks, eyes and lips. more

Clothing
Boyfriend jeans trend
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Loosen up your style with boyfriend jeans

Allowing us to take a breather from the uncomfortable outfits we normally push and shove ourselves into in the name of style, boyfriend jeans have re-entered this season’s denim shapings. Channelling a certain relaxed elegance that’s both comfortable and effortless, a well-worn pair of boyfriend jeans was a mainstay of a 1990s wardrobe. more

Clothing
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia 2013
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Top notes from Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia

Set amongst the historic surrounds of new home Carriageworks, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia opened this week with Camilla and Marc’s tenth anniversary show. And while Twitter was running hot with the usual Monday night Q&A debate, Romance Was Born’s spring/summer 2013 pageant stole the social media show, with its otherworldly sugary spectacle. more

Clothing
kowtow
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Kowtow launches Anywhere But Here collection

In China, ‘kowtow’ means the act of kneeling or bowing so low that your head touches the ground – a gesture of deep respect. Holding a profound respect for people and the environment at its core, New Zealand-label Kowtow produces 100% certified-fairtrade and organic clothing for the fashion forward (and eco-minded) gentlelady. more

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TU M' Vintage
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TU M’ Vintage opens in Stafford

Stafford is becoming a go-to suburb for a spot of antiques shopping with a side of coffee, with newcomer TU M’ Vintage having joined Crema Cafe, Old As Antiques and Collectables, Flower Market Expresso and Pod Espresso and Organics in the area. more

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Love Vintage Show
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Love Vintage Show returns to South Bank

Last time this emporium of olden-day wares rolled into town, a vintage red velvet painter’s smock originally from Rockmans caught our eye, along with some vintage-inspired new designs by local seamstresses. For its sophomore edition, Love Vintage Show returns to the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre at South Bank for three days of yesteryear whimsy. more