Innholdsfortegnelse for February 2017 i ELLE Australia

Once upon a time, it was extremely popular to hate on Gwyneth Paltrow, or more specifically, to hate on Gwyneth Paltrow’s lifestyle site Goop. If we’re being honest, it was low-hanging fruit. A sometimes unintentionally comical site devoted to quasi food science and expensive unnecessaries for privileged blondes, its seeming total lack of self-awareness pretty much begged to be parodied. As for Gwyneth herself, they hated her for being too earnest and trying too hard. (Anne Hathaway suffers from the same apparently unforgivable sins.) They hated her for being rich and living among the trappings of that wealth, even though Kim Kardashian has made an entire career based off exactly the same thing and no-one accuses her of being elitist. At one point, Gwyneth was even credited with being the world’s…

STEFANIA PAPARELLI, PHOTOGRAPHER (SEE “THE ITALIAN JOB” ON P104 ) DO feel free to take matters into your own hands and make a booking at a romantic restaurant where he’s never taken you. It’s 2017 – you’ve got this! Wear a killer outfit, grab a cab, meet your love there. DON’T forget to give him the right address, unless you prefer to go home alone with Thai takeaway. MEG MASON, WRITER (SEE “FOR LOVE OR MONEY” ON P48 ) DO retire the “Oh, of course I don’t want anything, it’s just a silly commercial invention” routine if you absolutely do expect professions of love in the form of flowers/diamonds/ skywriting. Those poor boys still fall for it. DON’T inadvertently wear red to the office. In my case, a…

She’s also every woman who ever realised that keeping her head down, working hard and playing by the rules wasn’t necessarily going to nab her the corner office, a seat at the boardroom table or access to the OneWorld first lounge. Getting ahead in the workplace means getting noticed, for the right reasons. And while smarts will get you so far, schmick personal style will always help you seal the deal. Yes, we know. The argument goes that appearances shouldn’t matter. But did Hillary Clinton snag the popular vote to be leader of the free world (although, sadly, not the presidency) in drab, uninspiring threads? N-O. She wore colour. She wore pants suits. She wore tailoring so impeccable her worthiness for the job seemed to be stitched into the very lining of her…

THE GRAPES OF WRATH by John Steinbeck This beautiful and monumental book follows the people who were ruined by the Dust Bowl – a  period of severe drought and dust storms in the US during the ’30s. Steinbeck travelled and lived with the migrants and wrote the novel within six months. It tells you so much about the US at that time, the suffering of the people and how they were exploited. I  love the characters. The protagonist Tom Joad is a real hero: he’s willing to sacrifice everything for the people because he sees how they’re being treated and he believes in democracy. The lesson I  take from it is the potential to grow with your experience, to be open to it and up for it, and to stick your neck…

We’re guessing it wasn’t a hard sell convincing Chanel’s skincare scientists to attend the ingredient-sourcing trip for the brand’s new offering, Blue Serum. In fact, the destinations read like the ultimate holiday bucket list, where locations aren’t filled with tourists, but rather the world’s happiest, healthiest people. “Chanel research was intrigued by the existence of hotspots across the world called ‘blue zones’,” explains Armelle Souraud, Chanel’s international scientific communications director. “They are characterised by a remarkable ecosystem and a high concentration of healthy centenarians.” There are four main zones, and it was three of these spots that became the sources for the hero ingredients in this latest suits-everyone serum. The lightweight formula contains green coffee from Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula (“selected because it is particularly rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties,” says…

“The concept of ‘do something you’re passionate about and you’ll never work a day in your life’ is a fallacy” “Being a freelance stylist may no longer resemble a passion once you hit your thirties, when motherhood may make security become the dream” In her last term of high school, the girl who would later become my mother was called in by the careers counsellor. “Right,” he said, “do you want to be a  nurse or a teacher?” “Well, I don’t like blood,” my mother replied, after a minute’s thought, “so teacher?” What she didn’t say, or even think to say, is, “I  want a job that pays me as much coin as possible so I can be financially secure for the rest of my life.” It was 1970,  the option…

A BLAZER THAT “WEEKEND YOU” WOULD APPROVE OF Women in the corporate world often teeter between their Work Self and Real Self. The professional, can-do Work Self rules during office hours, with hints of Real Self only really emerging at Friday drinks or through tales from the weekend. But the truth is, you’d probably feel more comfortable and still get noticed by the higher powers if you let your weekend-freak flag fly in the office – if only just a little. And a charismatic blazer is unquestionably your best place to start. This one is the perfect balance of bright colour (Real Self) and a polished shape (Work Self), while the on-trend double-breasted buttons will appeal to your fashionable self. It’s a blurring of boundaries that injects a bit of play into your every…

If you told me 18 months ago a  $1,000 pair of velvet-trimmed Haider Ackermann trackpants would one day top my wish list, I’d have shot you my steeliest side-eye. If you also said my justification for such a fantasy purchase would be, “They’re great for both work and weekends!” I would have told you to stop being so silly. But here I am, poring over a photo of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley wearing a similar $1,800 pair by Chloé as she strolls through LAX Airport (left). She’s channelling what we fashion writers rather uninventively call the “model off-duty look”: her outfit, which also includes a black tee and black bomber, combines comfort and style in equal measure. She is, of course, in no way “off duty” – with her image being her fortune,…

The mother of my boyfriend’s youngest child called in the middle of the night. My boyfriend was asleep, the heat from his body wrapping around us. I stared at the dark shadows of the ceiling fan lazily spinning above us. He sleeps soundly despite many reasons he should not. “I’m at the front door,” she said. Her voice was tight and thin. I tried to shake my boyfriend awake but he merely shifted, stretching his leg across my side of the bed. He snored lightly. I sighed. Anna Lisa, the mother of my boyfriend’s youngest child, handed me her daughter, still in her carrier, as well as a large duffel bag. She nodded towards the bag. “The baby’s things.” I looked at the baby, neither cute nor ugly, a blob…

From left: Patchouli, $32.95, Perfect Potion, perfectpotion.com.au – “I mix my own scents instead of using perfume.” Glimmer Shine, $37.95, Moroccanoil, moroccanoil.com – “I don’t use a lot of hair products. I let it dry and use this if I need more shine.” Shampoo For Moisture & Control, $58, Conditioner For Moisture & Control, $59, both Oribe, 1300 725 122 – “I like to wash my hair daily. My amazing friend and hairdresser Di G [Diane Gorgievski] put me on to these.” UVA/UVB Defence SPF 50+, $25.30, Cetaphil, 1800 800 765 – “I live in Hawaii and am out in the sun often – protecting my skin is paramount.” Skin Moisture Boost Lotion, $11.99, Alpha Keri, alphakeri.com.au – “Straight after a shower, I moisturise with this. I don’t feel I…

the PERFECT lash Start by curling your lashes. “Always curl them, regardless of whether you apply mascara or not,” advises Maybelline New York makeup director Nigel Stanislaus. Not only will it open up your eyes, but it can also help prevent that messy mascara fallout from when straight lashes skim the under-eye area. Then it’s all about the wand shape – Stanislaus recommends Maybelline’s Lash Sensational Luscious mascara, which has a  triangular tip so you can get the oil-enriched formula into hard-to-hit areas (think the outer corners, which are often missed, and the lower lashline). “Plus, the multi-panelled comb prevents clumps and creates long, beautiful lashes,” he says. If you feel like going rogue (and have a few extra minutes), use the wand to coat a flat eyeliner brush with mascara,…

You already know that bees are essential to the success of pretty much the entire ecosystem (and mankind), but those sweet little buggers have further benefits. Manuka honey, made in its purest form from uncultivated manuka or tea trees often high in the mountains of New Zealand (high altitude and cool air means other plants are unlikely to grow, so honey doesn’t get diluted by other blooms), has antibacterial and anti-fungal superpowers that has seen it used for burns, medical dressings and, more recently, in skincare. Kourtney Kardashian (who you might know from a little show called Keeping Up With The Kardashians) has also been espousing the benefits to her health and skin. “New Zealand is going against the trend of the rest of the world in terms of the…

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“Women are more vulnerable to climate change” According to 97 per cent of climate scientists, humans are to blame for recent global warming. And while it’s an issue that affects all of us, it’s women, particularly those who live in low- and middle-income countries, who are more vulnerable to climate change. So acting together to improve the future of millions of women around the world just makes sense, right? Negotiated in 2015, the UN’s groundbreaking Paris Agreement on climate change saw 195 countries pledge to keep global warming well below a 2›C increase. Now female powerhouses from around the world are getting behind Women4Climate, a project launched by C40 Cities chair and mayor of Paris Anne Hidalgo aimed at galvanising greater support for female climate leaders and empowering new generations of women in the…

First, pick a bright base –  your favourite colour from your childhood works well. Next, choose a distractingly playful detail (try knots, embossment, pleating or studs). Finally, ensure it’s big enough to carry stuff, because no-one has time to worry about downsizing on a  Monday morning. Our favourites? The four investment bags on this page, which are so cheerful, they’ll brighten the prospect of a Sad Desk Salad any day of the week – and for years to come.…

“Vukovic describes Mad Cortes 2.0 as a bit more mature; effortless with a ‘beautiful edge’. And, in good news for irreverent women everywhere, there’s a cool, empowered kind of sexiness coming through” Mention the words Mad Cortes to any style insider or Australian fashion buff and inevitably you’ll be met with a  warm recollection of the playfully frilled tops and just-this-side-of-edgy dresses that influenced a certain way of dressing here in the ’00s. Until 2008, when the GFC axe fell and financial backing was unceremoniously withdrawn from the Sydney-based brand, it was an important player on the fashion-week schedule, and the label’s feminine, forward-thinking designs still hang, treasured, in wardrobes and the National Gallery of Victoria alike. So imagine our reaction when we discovered designer and founder, Sarajevo-born Mira Vukovic, was reviving her label for…

Book of the Month The Girl Before by JP Delaney ($32.99, Quercus) A story of one man s obsession gone awry, the book delivers twist after twist, telling the tales of two women in tandem and how their lives become chillingly entwined after moving into One Folgate Street. Following the hype of other psychological thrillers like Gone Girl, The Girl Before stands over and above the crowd as Delaney breathes new life into the genre and proves that, sometimes, the pursuit of perfection should be a path less taken. This is our latest instalment of the ELLE Book Club, a place where each month we recommend one brilliant read we know you will love and want to talk about endlessly. Get involved by liking our Facebook page, @elleaus, or visit…

WHAT EXACTLY IS “ORANGE WINE”? First, let’s clear a few things up. It’s not produced in Orange, NSW. It’s not made from the fruit of the same name (though that kind of orange wine does exist; it’s popular in Spain). And it’s not white or red wine that’s been infused with orange peels. Orange, in this instance, refers to the colour of the wine; the same way that rosé is often dubbed “the pink wine”. HOW IS IT MADE? In the simplest terms, red wine’s  grapes are fermented with skins on and rosé is made from red-wine grapes with brief contact from the skins but otherwise processed skin-off. White wine is fermented without the grape skins, and orange wine is made from white grapes, but fermented with their skins on for…

NO MOZZIE SPRAY REQUIRED The latest shadow quads from Dior are inspired by the colours found in a setting sun and a  blue lagoon – perfect for when you want to feel zen and nature-y but not deal with, you know, actual nature. Colour Gradation eyeshadow palettes in (from top) Blue Gradation and Coral Gradation, $105 each, Dior, (02) 9295 9022 GREY MATTER This finely ground mix of activated charcoal, rice bran and exfoliating enzymes absorbs pollution and other nasty gunk (technical term) for smoother, clearer skin in seconds. Daily Superfoliant, $85,  Dermalogica, dermalogica.com.au SPICE MARKET If intense incense fragrances give you Bikram PTSD, consider instead this smoky and spicy yet surprisingly soft blend of lavender, myrrh and tonka bean. Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense, $255 for 100ml, Jo Malone, jomalone.com.au ONE AND DONE For…

Sort your clothes by tones and that never-ending “What am I going to wear to work?” saga is solved simply by pairing items that are near each other. Want proof? Here are the best monochrome looks from resort 17...   Pastels are an entry-level palette for head-to-toe dressing. White accessories freshen up a one-colour ensemble. A matching coat-and-dress combo is a sophisticated classic. Don’t be afraid to mix textures and fabrics.…

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YOUR FUEL GUIDE PRE-WORKOUT: Sip on water. MID-WORKOUT: Reed says to opt for room-temperature water (it absorbs faster than icy-cold). If a heated yoga class makes you perspire significantly (or your workout is longer than 90 minutes), add electrolytes to maintain energy and avoid dehydration. POST-WORKOUT: Keep up your fluids with water. If you’re hungry, reach for a protein- and carb-rich snack such as two boiled eggs and a  banana. And enjoy that morning coffee – caffeine helps muscles recover faster, especially when consumed with carbs. IDEAL NEXT MEAL: After finishing the above post-workout, your next main meal should be about 90 minutes later and consist of lean protein (chicken, fish, turkey) with avocado, nuts, seeds and salad or vegetables (in other words, don’t undo that hard work with a schnitty). PRE-WORKOUT:…

I REALLY BELIEVE BEAUTY STARTS FROM WITHIN. I feel most beautiful when my skin is glowing, my hair is silky and lustrous, and I don’t even need to wear any makeup at all. Eating nutritious fruits and vegetables and getting enough water – drink more than you think you need! – is a big priority for me, and then using good products and keeping consistent with my skincare regimen comes second. WHEN YOU HIT YOUR MID-TWENTIES, YOU START TO UNDERSTAND WHY EVERYONE TELLS YOU TO WEAR SPF. It’s so important, especially being Australian, and I don’t go a day without it. My routine is pretty simple. In the morning I wash my face with an iS Clinical cleanser, followed with their serum, and then I moisturise with La Solution 10…

“THIS RUBBER WAND IS ACTUALLY FANTASTIC. IT MANAGES TO ADD VOLUME WHILE SEPARATING OUT MY LASHES”AUSSIE_CAT87, BEAUTYHEAVEN.COM.AU Fresh seasonal trends call for new additions to your beauty arsenal. Full-flutter lashes, laser precision liner and defined, fuller brows is the new eye makeup trifecta, and the technology in these beauty game changers makes mastering the combo a quick flick of the wrist. THE MASCARA Lash Sensational Luscious Mascara, Maybelline New York, $21.95. The reservoir fanning brush reaches the tiniest of lashes, for that high impact, full-fan effect, while the mascara formula is enriched with Argan, Safflower Seed and Rose Fruit Oil to keep each lash nourished, super lush and long. It’s available in regular (washable), waterproof and brownish/ black versions. Winner. THE EYELINER Master Precise Liquid Liner, Maybelline New…

GRAND HOTEL TREMEZZO Lake Como, ITALY When you arrive at Grand Hotel Tremezzo, an hour’s drive from Milan, it’s easy to see how this palace became known as Lake Como’s “grande dame”. With a time-honoured nod to the splendour of its formative Belle Époque days, the five-star hotel is Art Nouveau to the core. The property has been a regular fixture for the Greta Garbos of the world since it was established back in 1910, yet seasonally updated facilities keep it feeling fresh and modern. Current co-owner and CEO Valentina De Santis has helped fuse the charm of yesteryear with all the prerequisites of a contemporary grand hotel, with features including the exclusive “T Beach” with Pommery champagne bar, rooftop suites by Italian designer Venelli Kramer, an expanded award-winning day spa…

BORN: Washington, DC. LIVES: New York. BACKGROUND: Irish/Italian/African-American/Native American. CAREER HIGHLIGHT: Walking the 2016 Victoria’s Secret show. SEE HER: Making a fresh start in creamy classics on p92. OUT & ABOUT RESTAURANT: Carbone – the spicy rigatoni vodka is amazing. CHEAP EAT: Shake Shack, Five Guys and Udon West. CULTURE STOP: Whitney Museum of American Art, or the National Air and Space Museum in Washington DC. MAINTENANCE HAIRDRESSER: Kuki Alrawi at Amoy Couture Hair. MAKEUP MVP: Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Opal. SKIN SAVIOUR: Colbert MD Illumino Face Oil. SCENT: Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille. FACIALIST: I had a facial with Mzia Shiman for the Victoria’s Secret show and I definitely think it will become a regular part of my routine! NAILS: Paintbox in SoHo. SPA: I love Aire Ancient Baths. WARDROBE JEANS: Rag &…

If ever there was a case for the coming together of old-school elegance and a  modern attitude, it was laid down at Christian Dior. The set: a grand British country home. The clothes: proper rebel spirit. There were skirts over pants and skirts over skirts, puffed sleeves, clashing fabrics, chunky gilded heels, bold jewels and a line-up of bags so delectably practical it would have been easy to snatch their artfully folded straps straight from the models’ hands, if it hadn’t been the unladylike thing to do. There were lessons to be learned from the collection that blended classic tradition with cool kickassness. Mind your manners, yes. Hold your tongue? Never.…

LPA defined It’s a clothing collection that hopefully makes women feel cool, confident and sexy. invaluable piece of clothing A leather jacket I’ve been breaking in since 2005 – I bought it when I was 18 and had just moved to New York. your style as a movie title Home Alone 3. label you wished you owned the most of Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serafini. latest purchase Thigh-high patent leather boots from Valentino. I pair them with one of my LPA sweaters to play down their intensity. NYC versus LA style In New York, it’s impossible not to be inspired. People are a bit more put-together because you never know where the day is going to take you. In LA, I’m in my car a lot, so generally I wear Outdoor…

“The generous cut of this high-neck, balloon-sleeve blouse says super-luxe, so it’s a thrill to know it’s  from a chain store –  H&M to be exact.” “Embroidered slippers are hot property this season (see here and far right). Play up the boudoir vibes by pairing with pyjama pants.” “How Shorter Girls Can Wear Volume, Exhibit A: a  cropped style and cinched- in waist keeps you looking longline and ladylike.” “Picnic-table gingham feels fresh in the form of an oversized shirt (with a  blown-out buckle, cuffs and collar). Balance the volume with streamlined trousers or jeans.” “The perfect mix of pretty, cool and flattering, an exaggerated ruffle skirt is the staple you never knew you needed. Pair with a crisp shirt for work and a coloured tee for play.” “Layer floral prints like you would black…

Your cut-out-and-keep guide to the artists not to miss GL Dreamy vocals, synths and super-tight drum-machine beats. Think the ’80s, without the high hair and fluoro windbreakers. FLOATING POINTS Lush, layered electronic music you can stroke your hair – and equally, jam out – to. CLAMS CASINO Like being in a fever dream. When the sound is on, everything is really slow, echoey, dare we say a little scary. But when it’s over, you just want to go back. SAMPA THE GREAT Inconceivably smooth flows over warm, dusty samples. And Australian to boot. JULIA JACKLIN Indie-meets-country music from this unavoidably likeable Sydney artist. You won’t be able to wipe the smile off your face when you hear her blend of folk tunes. NAO Try not to bounce off your fellow mosh-pit attendees while…

MODERN GOTHIC Add some drama to your nine-to-five face with a slick of deep berry. HOW TO: Apply Burt’s Bees Lipstick in Brimming Berry over your lips. Next, add a layer of Russet River just in the centre. The warmer shade adds a flattering tone to the purple hue, while the moisturising formula ensures they feel comfortable all day. Brushed-up brows, a light wash of Burt’s Bees Gloss Lip Crayon in Bordeaux Vines and copper shadow focused all the way around the eye give the look a fresh edge. Define using a chocolate eye pencil and finish with black mascara. THINK PINK The prettiest of all colours shouldn’t only be used on the lips. Extend the shade to your eyes and cheeks for your most feminine face. HOW TO: Scribble…

“It’s really important that I feel confident and comfortable in my own skin. Since using the Total Effects range my skin is brighter and definitely more hydrated” JESINTA FRANKLIN, OLAY BRAND AMBASSADOR The first signs of ageing can pop up in your early twenties as skin begins to dull and fine lines start to appear. In fact, there are seven signs of ageing including enlarged pores, dark spots, sagging, uneven skin texture and tones – but you don’t need that many products to have an effective skincare routine. The Olay Total Effects range is packed with ingredients that are hardworking and multi-tasking (just like you), targeting the seven signs with these simple steps. FRESH START One product with seven cleansing benefits, this foaming wash removes impurities, leaving skin feeling balanced…

✦ The financial discussion is on par with discussing children. ✦ Don’t leave financial decisions to your husband because he’s "good" with money. ✦ If you’re buying a home together, see your lawyer together to understand the ins and outs of this asset. ✦ Ensure you have a voice when discussing how and where you should invest your funds. ✦ Be across all insurance policies. ✦ If you don’t understand your share portfolio, start now. ✦ Ensure your career goals are made clear when you are engaged.…

SEPTEMBER 2008 The very first Goop newsletter hits inboxes, sent by Paltrow from her kitchen at home. APRIL 2011 Her first cookbook, My Father’s Daughter: Delicious, Easy Recipes Celebrating Family & Togetherness, is published. People don’t hate it. MAY 2012 Comedy video site Funny Or Die parodies Paltrow cooking a frittata in the kitchen. APRIL 2013 Paltrow’s second cookbook, It’s All Good: Delicious, Easy Recipes That Will Make You Look Good And Feel Great, is published. One reviewer calls it “laughable Hollywood neuroticism”. On the upside, People names GP the “World’s Most Beautiful Woman”. MARCH 2014 Paltrow announces via Goop that she and husband Chris Martin are “consciously uncoupling”. JANUARY 2015 Paltrow posts a blog to Goop advising women to have their vaginas steam-cleaned. The advice is ill-received. JULY 2015…

If you think Australia’s food-waste figures seem grim, compare them to America’s, where $165 billion worth of food gets unnecessarily tossed every year. Back on home soil, while some supermarkets have made an effort to reduce the level of fresh produce going to waste, it’s difficult to compete with consumers’ high – and unrealistic – aesthetic standards for food (standards that are propagated by the food industry, but still...). Over the course of a year, Harris Farm Market’s “Imperfect Picks” initiative saved two million kilograms of fruit and vegetables from landfill. Woolworths sold a further 16,000 tonnes of “Odd Bunch” produce. But those numbers make up less than 10 per cent of all fruit and vegetables sold around Australia. Last November, food rescue charity OzHarvest hosted the world premiere of…

clean slate RAW, NATURAL TONES WITH A HINT OF CHEEKY RED: THIS IS THE WARDROBE FRESH-START YOU’VE BEEN SEARCHING FOR. in the trenches The trans-seasonal quick-fix? A long, breezy coat thrown over a summer dress. white flag Swap your favourite blue jeans for new-look white denim. Bonus points for unfinished hems and contrast detailing. roman holiday WORK-TO-PLAY TAILORING LOOSENS UP THANKS TO BRIGHT COLOURS AND CLEVER LAYERING. back to black The working girl’s shoe of choice: black flats made cool by tapered toes and oversized buckles. the not-so-basic staples Two outerwear classics (the denim jacket and the bomber) get a fresh update by way of embroidery and eyelet details.…

Cigarettes, sitting, sugar: you’ve all had your moment of naming and shaming. Step aside for the latest health assassin du jour: cortisol. “Our body’s way of dealing with a busy and stressful life is to pump out this stress hormone throughout the day,” says naturopath Lisa Guy. “And if you have consistently high cortisol levels, it will start negatively affecting your health in a variety of ways.” The hormone is well-intentioned; it’s adrenaline’s trusty flight-or-fight sidekick – a survival tactic that’s meant to kick in during the most stressful, life-endangering times (think lion versus cavewoman). But in 2017, life’s overstimulation has our adrenal glands (which release cortisol and adrenaline) working overtime, and these high levels of hormones are unfortunately sending everything out of whack and causing adrenal fatigue. “The effort of…

the cult ANTI-AGER TLC Framboos Glycolic Night Serum, $132, Drunk Elephant, mecca.com.au By the time this US brand landed on our shores last October, there was so much buzz it sold out within its first week on shelves. But it’s no surprise – it marries highly effective ingredients with, well, that’s it. Drunk Elephant’s  ingredient blacklist is long and includes parabens, sulphates, phthalates and fragrance among others. So you better believe the actives in this nightly exfoliating treatment (glycolic, lactic and citric acid) not only pack a  punch, but also serve a very specific purpose – there’s no filler in sight. Apply nightly to smooth fine lines, refine texture, balance oil and fade pigmentation. the GLOW-GETTER Amazonian Acai Energising Radiance Mask, $39.95, The Body Shop,…

GET A GRIP. THEN GET A NEW GIG DEAR E JEAN, As I’m writing to you, I have a wrenching pain in my stomach from the blatant betrayal. I work for a small, prestigious publishing company, and when I applied for a newly announced position with a long email detailing my desire, ambition and expertise, attaching my résumé and a thoughtful invitation for the owners, the art director and the editor-in-chief to sit with me so I can show them the work I’ve done in my two years here – get this: I was rewarded with complete silence! The art director finally assured me I was being “considered”, but they had to “go through the process of posting the job and interviewing”. I’m disgusted they’d even consider anyone else! I’m…