Best Jumpers combines comfort, craftsmanship and cool
06 Jun 2019Clever artistry and quality fabrics converge to create ultra-snug, yet super-stylish winter threads. more
Cosy up in responsibly made Handsom winter threads
23 May 2019This British-turned-Melbourne couple know a thing or two about keeping warm, so take their cues and snuggle up in cute cropped sweat tops and merino wool knits this winter. more
Dreamy new menswear label Kerrin embodies Gold Coast beach culture
24 Apr 2019Perfect for the Gold Coast's mild winters, steamy summers and laidback lifestyle, this new label from the former head of menswear design at Country Road offers the perfect clobber for your alfresco way of life. more
The Weekend Series: five ethical, sustainable activewear brands to get your booty in right now
28 Mar 2019We all don activewear for different reasons. Some may be wrangling hardcore weights, while others may be walking to brunch or shopping for groceries – but regardless of its function, we can all agree we want to feel good wearing it. You can mull over as many seams and fabric choices as you like, but the most foolproof way to ensure you feel good while wearing your athleisure gear is to choose homegrown, ethical and sustainable brands. We’ve hunted down five of the best we’re loving right now. more
Dear Friend & Co brings party shirts and pops of colour to Autumn
21 Mar 2019Friends (and friends of friends), Autumn is here, but that doesn't mean that eye-popping colour and seasonal summer sass has to leave your wardrobe. Let Sydney-born label Dear Friend & Co. show you how. more
Sustainable label Coreprêt kits out your ethical working-week wardrobe
14 Mar 2019Workwear has long been the poor cousin to your weekend threads, but now sustainable fashion label Coreprêt is shaking up the Monday-to-Friday routine with a sharp collection of men’s, women’s and basic pieces. With outfits divided into certain days of the week, the brand is smashing our fear of repeating clothes, one cropped velvet jacket at a time. more
Feel the love – Theo the Label brings an affordable spin to the ethical fashion market
14 Feb 2019More and more consumers are wising up to the fact that the fast fashion industry is problematic, which is a great realisation – but we still haven’t quite reached the stage where ethical threads are the norm. The fact that this market is still young comes with some challenges – there isn’t as much choice, the costs are quite high and a lot of styles tend to cross over without much variation. In her own journey towards more sustainable habits, Esther Kirwan recognised these shortcomings and founded Theo the Label – a project to reflect her own ethics blended with creative freedom. more
Wearable mindfulness – the brand educating us on the importance of self care
07 Feb 2019Let’s face it – we’re living in a pretty bloody accelerated age. Thanks to always being on the go – both personally and professionally – a lot of us are suffering from serious burnout. One of the biggest contributing factors to this vicious cycle of overextending ourselves is a lack of self care – taking the time to stop, recharge and engage in practices that get us back on track (whatever that might be for you). A Melbourne-based brand has spearheaded a wearable activism project that reminds us of both the essence and importance of self care – because sometimes, you’ve gotta do you. more
The Locals
As he paddled off into the line-up, I stood up – and surfing changed my life ...~ James McMillan more
Match your best furry mate with threads and accessories from Pablo & Co.
24 Jan 2019Let’s be honest – the only thing more pure and perfect than dogs is dogs wearing tiny outfits that were specifically made for them. If you want to add another layer to this perfection sundae, have you considered wearing an outfit that matches your dog’s? For those who have entertained this notion, we’ve found the solution – say hello to Pablo & Co., purveyors of fine apparel for both the two- and four-legged persuasion. more
Genkstasy leads the non-binary fashion revolution with bright, bold and feel-good threads
17 Jan 2019The strict gendering of clothing can be a pretty serious drag – after all, it’s 2019 and people should be free to wear whatever the heck they want. While unisex clothing is a step in the right direction when it comes to inclusion, the legends at Genkstasy are doing you one better – welcome to the non-binary clothing revolution! This Brisbane-based brand is blazing a trail in the fashion industry, filling a gaping hole in the market for inclusive casual-cool streetwear that doesn’t conform. more
Crack a tinnie and toast to iconic beer brand Victoria Bitter’s debut merch drop
18 Oct 2018Australia may have a famously diverse craft-beer scene, but we’re the first to admit that sometimes keeping it simple is best. Whether you’ve been slaving away in the office or on the worksite, that 2:00 pm-on-a-Friday feeling deserves a big cold beer – and the best cold beer is Vic. Okay, while best in this instance is a fairly subjective call to make, it’s hard to argue the raw appeal and cult status of Victoria Bitter. If you’ve got a soft spot for this particular brand of frothie, we have news that is bound to excite you – you can now cop official VB merchandise that is actually pretty cool. more
Be bold and break a sweat in ethical activewear from Queensland’s own d+k
04 Oct 2018When it comes to a trend, activewear is one we will gladly endorse – what’s not to love about functional clothes that promote a healthy lifestyle? Unfortunately a rise in popularity usually comes with an oversaturated market – which means sifting through a bunch of poorly made products made in dingy factories with an absurdly high mark-up. If you’ve been chasing a brand that covers the bases of looking great, staying ethically sound and keeping you comfortable, your search is over – d+k is the homegrown activewear phenomenon that you need to get around. more
Sleep sustainably with zero-waste pyjamas from The Very Good Sleep
04 Oct 2018The founder of The Very Good Bra – a revolutionary undergarment crafted from sustainably farmed eucalyptus trees – has now launched a collection of sustainable zero-waste pyjamas. Under the brand The Very Good Sleep (makes sense) the pyjamas offer a completely waste-free alternative for all of the environmentally conscious sleepers and power nappers out there. more
Nine Lives Bazaar brings boho and vintage vibes to Cooly
09 Aug 2018Ladies, if you're a fan of bell-sleeves, bold, colourful prints and palazzo pants in pretty hues, we have some exciting news. Local fashion label Nine Lives Bazaar has just opened the doors to its first bricks-and-mortar space in Coolangatta and its like a colourful time capsule to the 1960s and 70s. more
Byron Bay label Rode to No Wear brings earthy tones and textured threads to your wardrobe
17 Jul 2018Filling up your wardrobe is easy. Though, filling it with hand-made quality pieces (read: not fast-fashion) is a slightly more difficult task in this wild world of mass production. If you're yet to be acquainted with Byron Bay label Rode To No Wear, then let us do the honours. more
Look dapper without harming the planet in sustainable shirts by Destination Clothing Co
05 Jul 2018Mass-produced clothing is a big beast, but each and every time we opt to buy garments that are ethically made and sustainably produced, progress is made. If you're a gent that is looking to make their wardrobe more environmentally friendly without having to wear a hessian sack, then check out Destination Clothing Co. more
SQD Athletica puts an everyday spin on activewear with its new leisure collection
19 Apr 2018Gents, if you dig the light weight, breathability and moisture-wicking attributes of your gym gear but don't like rocking it in public, then we might have just found you a solution. Men's activewear label SQD Athletica has recently dropped a leisure collection and it's blurring the lines between activewear and weekend threads. more
Make a statement in threads from Reclaimed Diamonds Vintage
12 Apr 2018If you are someone who appreciates the difference between authentic vintage denim and new denim that's been made to look old, we reckon you'll appreciate Reclaimed Diamonds Vintage. The local label does all of the hard trawling for you to bring you the very best reclaimed threads without the hassle. more
Get suited up by one of the masters of style at Harrolds Pacific Fair
15 Mar 2018It's no secret that when a gent dons a perfectly tailored suit, heads will turn. If you're due for a new ensemble and want to invest in making it yours, then Harrolds and Tom Ford are giving you the chance to have it tailored by one of the sharpest stylists in the business – Tom Ford’s own master tailor Luca Gervasi. The exclusive made-to-measure event is happening by appointment only on March 20. more
Former by Dane Reynolds and Craig Anderson has landed
01 Mar 2018When rumblings first surfaced of the new brand from legendary surfers Dane Reynolds and Craig Anderson alongside pro skateboarders Austyn Gillette and the late Dylan Rieder, it's fair to say industry folk were watching with bated breath. Well, friends, the wait is over. Former has landed. more