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THE ICONIC EMBRACING THE BODY BEAUTIFUL
CELEBRATING THE BODY BEAUTIFUL Beautiful bodies of different shapes, sizes, ages and backgrounds were celebrated this week as Australia and New Zealand’s largest online fashion and sports wardrobe, THE ICONIC, launched its Swim 2018 collection on the spectacular foreshores of Barangaroo Reserve, Sydney. In its most body-positive, inclusive and empowering show to date, THE ICONIC’s Swim 2018 runway featured Australia’s first ‘Synchronised Swimwear’ team - trios of models, each a different body shape and size, walking the runway wearing the exact same look - because all bodies deserve to be celebrated. Leading the ‘Synchronised Swimwear’ team was body-positivity champion and internationally-renowned supermodel, Robyn Lawley, who recently campaigned for better representation…
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READ MY LIPS
READ MY LIPS! We all know too well the pitfalls that we as customers experience when shopping in the beauty section of a department store. Whether it was dissatisfaction with the quality of expensive brands, harsh chemical formulations or wanting to support the local market, we are often left with limited options and a lack of knowledge in distinguishing between quality products. One product in particular is the one we put on our lips. Think about how often during the day you lick your lips, now think about the lipsticks you are putting on them and what ingredients they have. Every lick, there is some element of product going into…
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Hipster Haven on the Sunshine Coast
Hipster Haven on the Sunshine Coast While Melbourne is Australia's vintage shopping heaven, the Sunshine Coast does give the city a good run for its money. With the rise and rise of Hipster trends sweeping the Nation, one that is taking the coast by storm is that of Vintage Fashion. A predominate Sydney businessman recently doubled Nambour as the new hipster capital of Australia and rightfully so with vintage shops scattered all around town. I set off on foot to track down the best vintage stores in the Hinterland and quickly realised that because vintage shopping is such a big thing, Nambour has created a Vintage Trail you can follow. There are…
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What does your nails say about you?
NAILED IT! Out-there nails have never been more in vogue – look no further than Cardi B, zeitgeist queen of the moment, who is never seen without blinged-out nails, or Blake Lively’s Met Gala talons, which proved that nail art isn’t niche any more – it’s gone mainstream. Creations can be 2D or 3D, and can feature anything from pearls, seashells, diamantes, and crystals, to metal embellishments, gold or silver and copper leafing, bows, roses, holographic finishes and of course, custom hand sculpted acrylic embellishments - meaning the sky is the limit when it comes to design. There are so many nail styles to rock nowadays, but most of us…
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MAKING YOUR MARK
We monogram our cars with personalized plates, heck we even monogram our bodies in the form of tattoos so why not take things to the next level and monogram and personalize our fashion accessories. From iPhone covers, key rings passport holders, debit/credit card holders, handbags, clutches and so much more, the new trend in fashion accessories is Monograming and the Sunshine Coast is in for a real treat as Miss Monogram launches at the Sunshine Coast Plaza, just in time for Christmas. Founder and Owners, Nat and Brad Tink left the print media industry after 20 solid years and started from scratch, a brand new business call Miss Monogram. This…
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Putting your best foot forward
Designed with foot development and functionality in mind A phenomenal story of growth and innovation, Bobux is a kiwi company-gone-global. The children’s footwear company was founded in New Zealand in 1991 by parents Chris and Colleen Bennett when they made the world’s first ever Soft Sole. Not every child will take their first steps at 9 months, 15 days old, so Bobux has designed the Boston to reflect the needs of kids at each stage of their development, no matter their age. Bobux has since expanded their offering, now providing truly healthy shoes for kids up to 8 years old. Kiwi company-gone-global, Bobux has followed the launch of their Spring/Summer…
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Is Fashions on the Field outshining the racing action?
The New Sport That Is Becoming Bigger Than Australian Horse Racing. Whether you’re a fan or not of the races, most Australians love a good horse race, heck we shut down an entire nation for 1 day just so we can witness our 4 legged friends race around a track to take out the Melbourne Cup Trophy. But there is a new sport that is taking the nation by storm and in some cases, out shining the horse race event itself! It’s called Fashions on the Field, and in some states, it’s GAME ON! It is fierce, it is competitive and it is glamorous. Fashions on the Field has now…
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Pre and Race Day Prep
Pre Race Day Prep It’s time to giddy up for Spring Racing Season! Get ready to shed those layers and show some skin! I have put together some Spring Racing Beauty Essentials, whether your skin needs some serious detoxing or your hair is in want of some volume or shine, this is guaranteed to get you race day ready. It takes a village to get us fashionista’s ready for a day at the races and while we always hear about what to wear I thought I would share with you just a few of my “Pre Race Prep” and “On the Day” must do's. The races, for most women it's…
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Race Day Fashion – Melbourne Cup
Race Day Fashion - Melbourne Cup One of the most fashion forward events of the year, Melbourne Cup is galloping up fast and this year craves instagram worthy styles that onlookers will be drooling over. Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival in Brisbane last month showcased the Spring/Summer season trends and we are ready to transform these looks into trackside style. We are seeing this years trends moving away from the traditional silhouettes encouraging a more relaxed style this Melbourne Cup Season. Get ready for Playful prints, femine lines, power suits and “IT” girl beauty. If you’re looking to use playful prints think fun, floaty and feminine. Romantic silhouettes where on the runway…
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Bodysuits are back!
Born to be back Say hello to a fashionable key basic with a difference! Mintchi’s ‘Lani Bodysuit’ is a comfortable basic made from a soft, stretchy yet durable jersey material. Easily coupled, you can wear the ‘Lani Bodysuit’ as a top and, depending on the season, layer it with a pair of jeans, a skirt or even shorts. Sophisticated yet casual this product limits your points of exposure and is perfect for an active, fashion forward female. It is an essential staple for any environmentally conscious fashionista! The Lani Bodysuit, like the entire Mintchi collection, is Australian handmade by environmentally conscious artisans. So what is Mintchi?... Driven by a desire…
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