We have a confession. We're legitimately obsessed with sneakers. You too? Well, it's time we both made a little more room in our wardrobes, because UK sportswear and sneaker giant JD Sports has opened its second Australian store right here at Pacific Fair Shopping Centre. more
When it comes down to it, you can’t cheat the taxman. You (or someone you know) may be all for fudging a few figures here and there to make your yearly return a little more lush, but keeping it legit is definitely the way to go when it comes to anything financial – you don’t want to end up in a Caleb Nichol a la The OC type situation, after all. If you play your cards right you can maximise your return without any risk of landing yourself in hot water – we’ve rounded up a few tips to help you out before the new financial year rolls around. Make it rain, folks! more
Can you believe that Alfred's Apartment is five years old? The purveyor of all-things cool is celebrating its half-decade by releasing a rad collection of tees and totes – and in true Alfred's style, there's a bit of hidden humour woven in for good measure. more
Much like MSG, high fructose corn syrup and checking Instagram every 20 minutes to see what your ex is up to (don’t act like you don’t know), podcasts are seriously addictive. Whether you’re killing time on a morning commute, trying to distract yourself from the searing pain in your quads during a run or just need time to chill out, there’s pretty much a podcast for every occasion. There are heaps of titles out there blowing up internationally that you have probably come across, but we are here to shine a light on some of the best podcasts that you may not have heard of yet. more
So, there's no denying that winter is well and truly here. Luckily, Byron Bay-based surf brand McTavish has you covered from head to toe with its new collection of new-season knits and apparel. If you like to keep your threads simple, clean and fresh, then this new range of apres-surf gear will be the perfect addition to your wardrobe. more
Gents, if you’re keen to add a bit of life to your wardrobe this winter with some new-season basics, then look no further than Mr Simple. The brand’s latest drop is here, with everything from chunky knits to soft flannels to keep you warm, toasty and looking fresh this winter. more
As we approach the middle of the year we start to rug up and brace for the full force of winter. It’s only natural for us to let our beach bods go a little bit as we indulge in comfort food, and boy do we have a few morsels to drool over this month! We can’t get enough of sweet treats and fusion eats, which is why we are crushing on the concept of marshmallow cafes, bouquets of Nutella doughnuts and pho-filled burritos. Sounds outlandish, right? It doesn’t make it any less real, friend. Check out our June vibes and join us in our food fantasy. more
If you aren’t enough of a responsible adult yet to care for a pet or child, there is always one option for sating your paternal instincts. A plant doesn’t talk back, nor does it cry at odd hours of the night. If you are keen to start caring for a leafy baby or two, we suggest branching (get it?) out and going with a plant that is a little bit different than your run-of-the-mill succulent. We’ve picked five plants to start with that are not only easy to care for but also fun to look at. more
When it comes to fashion, it’s hard to resist a good collaboration. Two geniuses are better than one, right? In an industry where boundaries are constantly being pushed and tested, it’s always nice to see big-time names coming together to create sartorial magic. Lucky for us, the teams from award-winning men’s style online destination MR PORTER and iconic luxury fashion house Gucci have teamed up to bring us a capsule collection that celebrates the best of each brand. more
Sunglasses should be enlightening. They should give you a sense of fearlessness, protection and style. If your current sunnies don't make you feel indestructible, then you need to get yourself and your peepers acquainted with Enki Eyewear and its bold new collection. more
It’s not often that we get a long weekend, but over the next month we have three! The Easter long weekend is an extra long one, with public holidays taking place on Friday and Monday, so that leaves a few extra days to fill. While many of us are thinking about catching up on some life admin in between hot cross bun binges, it’s also an ideal time to try fun and exciting things! This is the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time with yourself and catch up on some of the best things happening right now. Don’t waste four days in a chocolate-induced coma – hop to these five long weekend activities. more
Fellas, there's a little bit of chill in the air, which means it's time to start thinking about your autumn and winter wardrobe. If you're one to keep it clean and classic, then you'd best give The Academy Brand your attention, because the label's new collection is brimming with new-season threads that will have you looking crisp. more
We a love a good tee. We love local art. Oh, and in case you hadn't noticed, we love the Gold Coast. As you can imagine, we were understandably excited when whispers emerged that those three elements were being combined in the first collection from rad new Gold Coast-born label, The Undercurrent. Pals, the tees have dropped and the artist-driven brand has officially launched – it's time to rep your hood! more
If you’ve been working yourself to the bone lately, thoughts have probably drifted towards the prospect of taking a holiday. Unfortunately for most of us, taking an extended amount of time off isn’t possible at this point in time, but that doesn’t mean a vacation must elude us. We are all for the idea of staycations – cheeky weekend sojourns to the fanciest hotel in town. You don’t have to travel far to live it up – both Brisbane and the Gold Coast boast a collection of gorgeous hotels where you can live like a baller for a weekend. We’ve collated a quick list of five excellent boutique hotels in Brisbane and the Gold Coast that make for a perfect staycation spot when you need to recharge your batteries. more
When we first introduced you to John Collins Watch Co., owner and local lad Adam Connor had just successfully completed a Kickstarter campaign and was releasing his first collection to the public. Fast forward to now, and the Gold Coast-born brand has just dropped its second series of limited-release watches. Let us introduce you to the Revolver collection. more
Gold Coast-born surf giant Billabong has dropped an exclusive surf apparel and accessories collaboration with one of the world's most iconic names – Andy Warhol. In a mutual desire to challenge convention, the new collection explores and showcases Andy Warhol’s little-known fascination with surf culture. more
Fellas, listen up. If you're after some new-season threads with a little bit of jazz, then let us introduce you to The Snake Hole. It's a label run by artists (and always will be) so you know what you're throwing on is going to be pretty rad. Grab your deck and a VB tinnie and get on this. more
The gents at Maywood have released a new 2017 collection and it's all about surfing, 'stubbies' (as in the shorts, not the beer ... we think) and Burleigh – and it couldn't be any more rad. more
In regards to goals, someone much wiser than I once said, “It ain’t about how fast I get there, it ain’t about what’s waiting on the other side – it’s the climb.” Even if your feelings towards inspirational songs performed by former child stars aren’t exactly positive, you’ve got to admit that the girl has got a point – the journey towards achieving something is just as crucial as the end game. Make your journey a fulfilling one with The Weekly High Five – tiny feel-good resolutions you can count on one hand and tick off for instant endorphins. more
Look alive, people! The weekend is almost here! If this week has been a slog, then you might need a little bit of a pick-me-up to see you across the finish line. We’ve got just the thing to keep you moving – happy news stories! It’s been a great week for feel-good happenings – we’ve got stories of paw-ternity leave for new puppy parents, Donalg Glover kicks another career goal, Michael Bolton makes us melt into our morning coffee and Nazeem Hussain shares a personal story that is well worth listening to. more
