If you've spent all of your life with your face on a cotton pillowcase, it's time to start living on the edge. You need a silk pillowcase in your life. Let us introduce you to the newbie from skincare company Go-To – the silk Face Case. It's got all the benefits of sleeping on silk, plus it's embroided with the words 'Hi, cute face'. Seriously, take our money. Now. 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
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
It's time to officially let go of summer. It's done. Now, let's all start thinking about the important things – your autumn and winter wardrobe. If your taste is a little more expensive than your wallet allows, there's no need to stress. There's a new premium mall in town that will help you realise all of your high-end dreams. more
Inspired by the sun and sands of far away lands, fashion and accessories label The Wolf Gang is turning heads with its debut collections – Marrakech Motel and Casa Oaxaca, featuring supple suede and leather goods alongside intricate crochet swimwear. more
If you're repeatedly loosing your glasses or you've resorted to wearing your $300 shades on your head, then you need Sunny Cords in your life. Sunny Cords founder Florine Kemp refused to put her eyewear on 'granny-style' or sporty chains. So, in an effort to turn a functional product into a fashionable accessory, she created Sunny Cords. You know we love a good backstory, and this one is a ripper – read on. more
From the perfect white tee to that comfortable black day-dress that you just cannot take off – we all love our basics. Though, sometimes it's hard to find good quality basics that are not only comfy and fit well, but have just a little bit of flair. Byron Bay label The Bare Road has released its new collection, putting refined spin on basics and resort wear. Ladies, you need this in your wardrobe. 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
Modern-bohemian fashion brand Spell & The Gypsy Collective has opened the doors to a glorious new space in the heart of Byron Bay. You're most probably familiar with Spell's undeniably impressive online presence – so you'll be delighted see the brand come to life in this new seaside boutique. more
Sometimes, it’s the fly-under-the-radar types that make the biggest impact. Byron Bay-based brand The White Raven is turning heads with its all-new 2017 collection, featuring a series of limited edition handcrafted pieces. 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
We don't want to alarm you, but you should know by now that summer is well and truly over. When the seasons change, we're not just excited about the food – we're also delighted to welcome a new wave of trends, materials and colourways from the fashion industry. With that in mind, let us introduce you to new collection from The Ace of Something. more
A master of soul once famously stated that it’s a man’s world, but I think we can all agree that this rhetoric is more than a little outdated. Although we still have a ways to go in the fight for equality, it’s a very exciting time to be a woman in Queensland. Fellow females are speaking up on a range of issues, as well as stepping up to kick ass in industries that are typically male-dominated spaces. The food and hospitality sector is notorious for being a boys club, but the landscape is (slowly but surely) evolving to become more inclusive. In honour of International Women’s Day on Wednesday March 8, we thought we’d give a little shout-out to some badass Queensland ladies who are doing amazing things in our favourite industry – food. more
Whether you're out in the line-up at Burleigh Point waiting for the perfect set or just relaxing on the beach, you want to feel comfortable in what you're wearing (or lack thereof). Women's surf and swimwear label Skin + Bone is drawing a line in the sand with its collection of neoprene pieces that are simple, classic and will have you walking out of the surf looking like a total badass Bond girl. more
Renowned Australia jewellery designer Samantha Wills has joined forces with Billabong for the surf brand's first ever jewellery collaboration. The new Samantha Wills for Billabong collection has now dropped, and so have our jaws – get on this ladies, this new wave of jewellery is like nothing you've ever seen before. 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
H&M's new Conscious Exclusive collection is pushing the boundaries of both sustainability and style, pioneering a new shift towards a sustainable future in the fashion industry. Who would have thought you can look completely dreamy whilst wearing shoreline waste! more
Australian label Cantik Swimwear is turning heads with its latest collection, showcasing daring cuts, contemporary styles and refined sense of femininity. Cantik's luxury Brazilian styles shine through in the new Artillery collection, with an intriguing new wave of neutral tones and mesmerising patterns. more
How many times have you been lazing around home in your pyjamas on a weekend morning to realise you've run out of milk? Wouldn't it be nice to be able to just duck up to the shops and keep your Pj's on, without getting those awkward stares ... cue Chalmers Pyjamas and its collection of rad sleepwear that you can totally rock beyond the bed. more
