Innholdsfortegnelse for March 2018 i ELLE Australia

DON’T MISS: Catch ELLE’s runway show at Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival, featuring some of our favourite brands such as Anna Quan and Hansen & Gretel. Details at vamff.com.au “It’s a helluva start, being able to recognise what makes you happy” – so said Lucille Ball (who also gets the quote on the spine of this issue, one of my favourite things about the new-look ELLE). We’ve been hearing a  lot about self-care these past couple of years (see our story “U  OK, Hun” on p84). There’s a  general agreement that we need it now more than ever, as a counter to our rightful rage, this universal anxiety. I agree with it, in theory. There’s undeniable merit in the self-care techniques we hear about all the time: exercise, meditation,  sleep, massages, bubble baths, veganism... These are all…

Since being named creative director of Chloé last March, Natacha Ramsay-Levi has been the subject of much discussion among fashion devotees. Who is this relative unknown joining Karl Lagerfeld, Stella McCartney, Phoebe Philo and, most recently, Clare Waight Keller in the line-up of luminaries to helm the 66-year-old brand? What will her imprint be? The answer lies, perhaps, in the brass knuckles she wears across her fingers, a row of gold rings attached by a string of chains. Designed for her debut SS18 collection, they provide a road map to her aesthetic – namely, the point at which ethereality meets hard-edged. It’s a mash-up the Paris native perfected during her 15 years working with Nicolas Ghesquière – first during the designer’s white-hot tenure at Balenciaga, where Ramsay-Levi began as an…

“I really treasure my jewellery and never take it off. I have a necklace that looks like a croissant charm – it’s my allegiance to France. I  got it about three years ago in Denmark from an old-school fine jewellery designer called Marlene Juhl Jørgensen.” “I didn’t even see the flat before I signed the contract. I came to see it the next day and, even with someone else’s furniture, it immediately felt like home.” “I moved to London for a boy, as you’re told not to do, and when we broke up, I was still so in love with the city that I didn’t want to move back to Paris.” Noticeably absent? A sofa. “It’s not so convenient when you have a date around and the only place you…

One of the most endearing things about Jamie Bell is that even if he is sick of talking about Billy Elliot, he doesn’t let on. “I mean, occasionally, only because I don’t know how many years it’s been, 17, maybe more. But I  know that I owe so much of what I have now to that, so I have to be eternally grateful. It kind of gave me everything.” Bell, who comes from a long line of dancers, was a 14-year-old tapping protégé when he jetéd out of obscurity – chosen from around 2,000 young boys much like him – into the role, which landed him a BAFTA best actor award. Post-filming, he moved away from his family home to live with director Stephen Daldry and, needless to say, going to the…

DRNKS Not on the natural bandwagon? Catch up, with this curated range of wines (plus beers, ciders, saké and spirits)  that are sustainable, organic and biodynamic. The kicker is the simple, unpretentious descriptions (like that of a 2016 Kindeli Tinto, described as “bloody unreal”). drnks.com MAGNUM + QUEENS Melbourne-based Magnum + Queens curates its high-end wine offering around a  monthly theme, selected by sommelier Virginia Selleck, who’s  had a hand in wine lists at some of the world’s best venues such as The Ritz in London. magnumandqueenswine.com NOMAD WINE CLUB If you’ve ever spent upwards of 30 minutes staring blankly at the wine fridge at the bottlo, you’ll love Sydney restaurant Nomad’s wine club, promising to do the hard yards of sourcing the country’s most interesting and unusual wines for you. nomadwine.com.au…

WHEN I WAS A LITTLE GIRL, I SPENT A LOT OF TIME PRETENDING TO BE ANIMALS. I always wanted to be powerful creatures like wolves or tigers or leopards or horses. I find the belief that you can transform into an animal spirit, which is an intrinsic part of traditional cultures, very interesting. In most mythologies in Central and South America, the jaguar is a symbol of power and fierceness. The Aztec warriors had their jaguar knights, who were the most elite warriors, and in this design I’ve got the jaguar sleeping, dreaming about being a warrior. When I’m making a scarf design, I think about pattern and texture – so you’ve got the quetzal feathers and the leopard print, but you’ve also got the jungle foliage and the native Mexican flowers…

Therapy can be like dating – sometimes you have to kiss a few frogs before you find your perfect shrink. It’s essential to have a good rapport with your therapist, to trust them and value their advice. And if you don’t feel a connection with the first person you see, well then, just try another one. But what if you’re too cash-strapped to shop around or simply don’t have the time to fit a therapist visit into your already jam-packed schedule? Until now, you may have been forced to go without. But thankfully things are changing. E-therapy is a fast-growing industry, unsurprising considering one in five Australians experiences a  mental illness in any year. From mood tracking to cognitive behaviour therapy, it’s become increasingly easy to access support from home. Websites and…

HOW LONG SINCE I LEFT SCHOOL? Honey, you don’t even want to know. And yet, however many aeons pass, the school year’s distinctive rhythm never leaves me. Maybe I don’t want it to – after all, there’s a comfort in ritual and adhering to the flow of the year. The excitement of the Christmas holidays; that fun mid-year break. Most memorable of all, surely, is the delicious anticipation of the season switch – and never more so than when you’re a fashion lover. That the leaves turn russet is all very well, but the real changing of the seasons is as much marked out in finery as foliage. As well as the shops being full of tempting autumn clothes, it’s show season, that breathless four-week maelstrom when the latest collections…

12 TRENDS YOU SHOULDN’T IGNORE THESE PIECES WILL KEEP YOU ON THE CUSP #1 A DAD-APPROVED POLO Look for a boxy shape and a fit that appears two sizes too big. #2 A SOUPED-UP SLIP DRESS After seasons of simple styling, the slip has been supercharged. Fringing, sheer panels and beading are the extras to covet. #3 A WHITE TANK Opt for sheer layers and clever shirt styling to show off the wardrobe basic. #4 AN EARRING LADDER Start with a statement earring in the lobe, then work up with studs and earcuffs. Clashing metals and sizes will ensure the  look is eclectic-cool. #5 BAG HUGGING Loop your hand through the strap and hug the base of your bag. The easy styling trick makes the old look new and the new look need-it-now. #6 A REVAMPED…

SETBACKS STING. Whether they’re the tiny, private defeats of dashed hopes or the big missed opportunities that become torturous what-ifs, moving on requires a stiff upper lip when yours is feeling wobbly. The good news is that coping is like a  muscle: the more you use it,  the stronger your instincts become. While no-one ever savours disappointment, you can learn to manage it – and to draw lessons from your negative experiences so you emerge from the other side with thicker skin. On this theme, we asked five determined women how they overcome adversity: their rituals, mantras and lessons learnt. SARAH WOOD CO-FOUNDER AND CEO OF UNRULY Before going into anything, I smile at myself in the mirror. I’m a big fan of my reflection: when I smile at it, it always…

BOOKS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN IN MY LIFE. I  had no siblings until the age of seven, so I had plenty of time to be by myself and read. I grew up surrounded by brilliant libraries, and I clearly remember borrowing Roald Dahl’s Matilda, a book that first taught me the personal impact of reading. As a pre-teen, I went to an amazing primary school with an incredibly scary head teacher who was Miss Trunchbull 2.0. I was having a hard time adjusting to the arrival of my new little sister and felt as though my love of books put me at odds with everyone around me. Reading Matilda showed me that stories were powerful, and magical, and the more you read, the more you could achieve. At 13 years old,…

 It was nothing special. Just your standard school cardie. Not even cashmere (as if!). But I loved that cardie: the holes along the cuffs, the warmth it gave, the comfort. It didn’t need its mandatory name tag. Its scent – one part wool wash, two parts home – ensured I’d know it anywhere. In the pantheon of Great Cardies I Have Known And Loved, that cardie is right up there. This year, though, some new candidates will be joining it on its plinth because, after several seasons of the jumper reigning supreme, the humble cardigan is back again. “The right cardigan feels like a hug, and Lord knows we all need one” Funny how I wrote “humble”. Why are cardigans viewed as humble? Is it because they’re so often shrugged…

BEAUTY NOTE A creamy pop of colour across the lid adds an unexpected touch of glamour to an otherwise casually cool look.…

COLOUR THERAPY A neutral mac gets a  new-season, art-worthy twist when paired with the purest pop colours. MAC PRO HOW TO ELEVATE THE HUMBLE TRENCH COAT? LAYER WITH PRIMARY-COLOURED BRIGHTS AND HINTS OF HERITAGE TARTAN. BEYOND BEIGE Our favourite trenches run the gamut from cream to rust. But one thing they all have in common? A sturdy, drill-style fabric for optimal sleeve styling and belt tying. ALL STAR ’70S-STYLE SPORTSWEAR IS GIVEN A WINNING EDGE IN SHADES OF MUSTARD, RED AND ICE BLUE, TOPPED WITH HYPER-FEMME EXTRAS. TRY THE TRACKSUIT Look for retro details such as old-school logos, contrasting colour panels and high-waisted styles. ON THE BENCH Take trackwear from gym to glam with the addition of chunky gold jewellery, pointed court shoes and a  sculptural bag.…

With everything K-beauty quickly turning into a trend, we’ll be craning our necks towards South Korea for a while longer to continue to see the next big thing in skin. Right now it’s “glass skin”, a term beauty-obsessed Seoul locals use to describe the ultimate poreless, translucent complexion that shines like a shard of perfect glass. A riff on their famous seven-step skincare routines, getting glass skin calls for multiple layers of essences, lotions and serums to plump the complexion into a rude shade of radiance. For a less-step approach, be sure to include AHAs in your regimen to slough away dead skin cells, shrink pores and smooth texture, followed by serums rich in hyaluronic amino acid to replenish moisture and give your skin an instant plumpness. Finally, you can’t forget a gloss-finish strobing…

WHAT IT IS: Like a juice cleanse for your hands, this polish-free Japanese technique helps to rest your nails and cuticles after a  summer of back-to-back brights. WHAT IT FEELS LIKE: It starts out like a dialled-up manicure – shape, soak, exfoliation and cuticle work – before leather buffing tools are used to polish the nail bed with natural beeswax to nourish and powdered pearl minerals to make them shine, without coating them in chemicals. THE VERDICT: Nails feel stronger and look healthier, while the gloss lasts until it grows out. If you always rely on nail polish, this au naturel treatment will be the break they need. It’s also a goodie for toes weary (and stained) from summer. The Tribe Manicure, $65 for one hour, TRIBE NATURAL BEAUTY, tribenaturalbeauty.com…

TEXTURE Fine but dense. Creamy and rich. PAY-OFF Pure shimmery glow – it packs a punch. Creates an even bronze tint that’s more dewy than shimmery. APPLICATION The pump lets you use the tiniest amount, which is all you need. Has a dropper like a serum, so you can tap it directly onto the skin for precision highlighting. NEED TO KNOW It’s great for the face, but the next-level glimmer also looks incredible on collarbones or pumped into body lotion for an all-over glow. Dropping it into foundation deepens it just enough and creates a faux filter effect on the face.…

LIP SERVICE If you think your lipstick only serves one shade, you’re in for a treat. “Layers of lipstick give the colour dimension – it can give you multiple colours in the one bullet,” explains makeup artist and Marc Jacobs Beauty global artistry ambassador Hung Vanngo who, as well as tending to the faces of red-carpet slayers like Selena Gomez, Emily Ratajkowski and Kate Bosworth, created the beauty looks for this ELLE shoot. He applies a layer of lipstick then blots it “to remove shine”, repeats the process, then finishes with a third layer. But remember: if you go for broke on the lips, it’s best to skip mascara. “Leaving lashes bare makes a bold lip fresh,” Vanngo says. ACE BASE There’s one beauty rule that’s forever: foundation is only as good as the prep work you…

The world is changing fast enough to give Wonder Woman whiplash, and no matter how high-tech our smart-whatevers get, there’s  one inalienable truth: time waits for no man. No woman. Not even young women. Until recently, the demand was for beauty products that work with a  wait time of exactly 0.00 seconds so we can be perpetually prepared for an impulse selfie. But these days, it’s not just a case of “I  need it now” – we’re adding “Plus, I also want more, please” to the demand. Something that merely makes us look better is no longer enough. It should make us look and feel better, and it should work right now,  and later, too, thankyouverymuch. Fortunately, scientists have been working overtime to meet, and exceed, those ever-growing expectations, and new skincare is set to deliver. “Our research showed…

We’re in the midst of a bad-posture pandemic. In fact, right now as you read this, there’s a high chance you’re slouching. (And now you’re sitting up straight, right? Sorry, it doesn’t work that way.) Courtesy of our sedentary lifestyles, love of high heels, overloaded handbags and Instagram obsession, our posture has never been worse. And experts say all that hunching is affecting more than just our necks and backs. “Good posture doesn’t only play a part in physical health, it helps benefit our mental health as well,” says chiropractor Peter Luan, explaining that studies have revealed how standing in a “power” position can increase confidence. “When standing chest up and head up, stress hormones decrease, with individuals who have good posture showing to be more assertive, proactive, confident and comfortable with taking…

JACK IRVINE @IRVINE69 CHECK OUT THE SYDNEY-BORN ARTIST’S GRAPHIC WORK IN “RETURN OF THE MAC” ON P118 Creative Insta-fix? @ozzywrong. Favourite creative space to lose yourself in? I loved the Art Gallery of NSW’s Pop To Popism exhibition [in 2014/2015]. Seeing all the imperfect brushstrokes up close made me understand that artworks don’t need to be crisp to be amazing. Best place for brunch? The cafe in the gallery for a  milkshake. Hotspot for an afternoon drink? Shakespeare Hotel in Sydney’s Surry Hills is a humble pub that serves good food. A  schooner of Coopers goes down well after a long day. Favourite international city for inspiration? New York. The eclectic people it attracts means that there’s always something inspiring and exciting happening. Where do you stay? An Airbnb in Bushwick, Brooklyn, particularly one…

Karl Lagerfeld wants to rain-,  hail- and shine-proof your life. How so? Plastic. Specifically, this clear Chanel boater. It’s the kind of supple perspex that combines rain-repellent function with barefaced fun. How do you wear a piece this transparent? With an outfit made to be seen: think a printed denim kimono or crafty fringing.…

THE ACTION PLAN  YOU’RE MINUTES (THREE TO BE EXACT) FROM TOTALLY REVIVED HAIR. Summer is the best, but it can be the worst for hair. UV rays can be harsh on hair, and with almost two in five ELLE readers hitting the sand at least once every two weeks in the last year^, your mane has probably been exposed to a lot of sun. Thankfully, there’s a simple solution to help repair the damage. Pantene Pro-V 3 Minute Miracle Conditioner penetrates each hair strand to nourish deep within, and can help repair 3 months of damage in 3 minutes. So, while you might still have the memories of the best summer ever, your hair won’t show a single sign of fatigue. GET SET TO SHINE Hair looking frazzled from all…

LIVING WITH A PANIC DISORDER COMPLETELY DERAILED MY LIFE A FEW YEARS AGO, so making this record was a way for me to turn something so difficult to explain into a noted experience. Turning shit into gold,  almost. It’s one of the most empowering things I have ever felt. Writing and performing has given me a place where all my emotions and lived experiences are valid. I can only hope that what I create gives other people that freedom and validation. CREATING THIS ALBUM FELT LIKE I WAS FACING A DARK, SHADOWY BIT OF MYSELF. I wasn’t cowering into a corner of unrequited love or a sour situation that happened to me, nor was I stuffing my panic disorder in another room – I was letting her have a seat at the table.…

Far from an afterthought, side dishes are moving into “main act” territory – and it’s not just your vegetarian friend who knows the joys to be had from ordering off that section of the menu. Here’s our guide to the worthiest small (but mighty) plates around the country PORTENO, SYDNEY This Surry Hills favourite’s side of crispy fried brussels sprouts with lentils and mint will have you reconsidering the need to eat meat again. porteno.com.au SUPERNORMAL, MELBOURNE Between the neon signage out front and the broccolini with smoked potato, miso and furikake inside, you won’t  know what to Instagram first. supernormal.net.au RESTAURANT HUBERT, SYDNEY Forsake the need for a hard-to-come-by table reservation and perch yourself at the bar for its specially bottled house martini and a serving of the spicy cabbage and sweet onion gratin.  restauranthubert.com…

LOVE: In 2014, Mandy Len Catron put into practice an experiment that claimed to help people fall in love. Inspired by Arthur Aron’s study about accelerating the intimacy of strangers, she went on a date with a new guy and asked him 36 questions. Each query was more revealing than the last until they held uninterrupted eye contact for exactly four minutes. Her report from the romantic frontline, “To Fall In Love With Anyone, Do This”, was one of The New York Times’ most popular articles of 2015 and led to her book, How To Fall In Love With Anyone. Now, she’s appearing at Adelaide Writers’ Week to talk about the power of romantic myths and how they translate to the real world. March 8; adelaidefestival.com.au REFUGEES: The treatment of refugees is…

LYSN: Pronounced “listen”, Lysn is an Australian practice where patients can seek psychologists online via virtual consults. The experts specialise in depression, anxiety, prenatal and postnatal depression and LGBTI issues. Patient and practitioner, whether a clinical or general psychologist, are then connected via video for 25-minute sessions for $69.50 or 50 minutes for $139. Medicare rebates apply for rural and remote clients. NADIA: Nadia is Cate Blanchett. Well, 20 hours of the Oscar winner’s dialogue to be precise. The actress collaborated with AI wizard Mark Sagar to be the voice of virtual assistant Nadia, a bot that’s set to help people navigate the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Once she passes her “traineeship”, she will be able to respond to the 6,000 calls the NDIS contact centre fields each week,and will be…

If there’s one way to diffuse the rising panic prompted by New Season Nancy, it’s with one of the season’s gallery-worthy collabs that walk the line between fashion and fine art. These are our favourite looks (and the inspiring places to wear them, outside the office). COACH1941 ’S STREET STALKERS Creative director Stuart Vevers’ love of Americana led him to the late Keith Haring’s graffiti-style work. Cue the artist’s signature squiggles and cartoonish characters picked out in sequins in a new take on the brand’s popular novelty knits. WEAR IT TO: The National Gallery of Victoria’s Top Arts 2018, showcasing the work of art students across various mediums, from sculpture to digital media, from March 23. CALVIN KLEIN 205W39NYC’S POP MUSES Two seasons in, Raf Simons is clearly revelling in his new…

TRENCH COAT The chicest way to tackle the tricky transitional period – not too warm, but substantial enough to keep the autumn chill out. LOAFERS This shoe works with everything, from jeans and a blazer to a floral dress to a more formal business look. BOLD SUNGLASSES Look for a stronger-framed style, like Ray-Ban Wayfarers, Céline Audreys or the Adam Selman X  Le Specs must-have, The Last Lolita cat-eyes. EMBROIDERED BLOUSE Take summer dressing through to autumn with feminine embroidery. Find a heavy cotton style that you can layer over a turtleneck as it gets colder. Isabel Marant, Chloé and Ulla Johnson are my go-to brands. Fanny Moizant will be a guest speaker at Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival Business Seminar on March 9. Details at vamff.com.au…

“Why go on a regular holiday when you could travel to an exotic location and soak up some rays, with an order of personal development on the side?” “You don’t have to change your name to Echo and join a cult or live in an ashram,” says Ruby Warrington, author of Material Girl, Mystical World and founder of cosmic lifestyle platform The Numinous. She’s referring to the growing trend of spiritual tourism that’s got everyone from stressed-out office workers to Amy Schumer and Chelsea Handler jumping on board the “woo-woo” wellness train and booking a retreat faster than you can say, “Who’s the hottest shaman you know?” Not so long ago, the idea of spending your hard-earned annual leave in search of the new It-guru, exploring shamanic rituals, calling in…

HEART TALK: POETIC WISDOM FOR A BETTER LIFE BY CLEO WADE Cleo Wade has style and political consciousness in spades. She’s given a popular TED Talk, but it’s the down-to-earth #inspo she serves up on Instagram (such as “Love yourself – it feels dope”), shared by the likes of Lena Dunham, Jenna Lyons and Bella Hadid, that’s caught the attention of 330,000-plus followers. Her first book, filled with her most Oprah-like wisdom, feels good for the soul the way a wine with your funniest girlfriend does. $24.99, Allen & Unwin; out March 14 THE FRIENDSHIP CURE BY KATE LEAVER If you’re prone to navel-gazing, Kate Leaver’s new book could be a much-needed reminder of the support that can be found in our nearest and dearest friendships, and a lesson in…

GUCCI Jacket, $6,020, pants, $1,355, socks, $500, shoes, $1,445, bag, $1,805, all GUCCI, gucci.com/au CALVIN KLEIN 205W39NYC Dress, $POA, boots, $POA, both CALVIN KLEIN 205W39NYC, calvinklein.com/au CHLOÉ Top with cape, $1,300, pants, $1,148, boots, $2,595, all CHLOÉ, chloe.com CÉLINE Trench, $6,700, shirt, $870, pants, $6,700, boots, $1,350, clutch, $28,800, all CÉLINE, (02) 9232 7051 BALENCIAGA Dress, $3,299, boots, $2,686, earrings, $691, bag, $3,821, all BALENCIAGA, balenciaga.com PRADA Singlet, $1,400, shirt, $1,400, shorts, $1,100, socks, $280, heels, $1,590, belt, $790, all PRADA, (02) 9223 1688 CHANEL Coat, $17,190, boots, $1,940, hat, $1,620, earrings, $2,090, choker, $2,410, necklace, $4,830, gloves, $860, bag, $6,450, all CHANEL, 1300 242 635 DOLCE & GABBANA Jacket, dress, leggings, gloves, bag (on table), all $POA, all DOLCE & GABBANA, (03) 9639 9785; heels, $POA, MANOLO BLAHNIK, manoloblahnik.com…

If 2017 was the year of the curl, then good news alert: we have recently landed on the year of the easy-curl. Still haven’t  mastered the perfect wave with your straightening iron? There’s a new ghd styler that’s more ergonomic, meaning soft, I-just-woke-up-like-this waves are even simpler. “It has a narrow waist that fits the hand beautifully, making it easy to manoeuvre, and thumb grips allow for greater control, too,” says hairstylist and creative director of ghd in Australia and New Zealand, Richard Kavanagh. He uses a clever over-then-under technique to create bends rather than curls. If you want waves with a bit more glamour but still need hairstyling for dummies, the Silver Bullet EasyCurl is so simple, your man could do it. The 90-degree barrel shape means you don’t have to contort into angles…

Q. I have mask fatigue. Give it to me straight: which one should I be using? A. If we had a dollar for every time we’re asked about whether masks are good for anything but a smug selfie, then we’d quit this gig right now and see out the remainder of our days in a tropical tax haven. The answer, if you want skin that looks like a Snapchat filter IRL (and this is the important disclaimer: yours just isn’t born that way already), is yes. Masks let you dabble in highly active ingredients in a targeted way to solve just about all that ails you. Glamglow’s novel newbie actually does the makeup removing and cleansing for you, and the kooky bubbles that form out of the oxygenating formula are damn near perfect for…

If beige has become boring and smoky feels too Saturday-night, meet the new shadow style to shake up makeup in a  funk. Take your cue from the SS18 runways and wear rusty, desert shades of orange and bronze. It’s everything you love about soft and skin-flattering brown, turned up to 11. “They’re particularly great colours if you have golden or warm undertones in your skin,” says makeup artist Jasmin Lo. “Make sure you remove any possible fallout from under the eyes once you apply it and add a brightening concealer so the end result stays fresh – redness under the eyes is never flattering.” Lo also advises that brown mascara, rather than your standard black, will keep the bold colours subtle and pretty.…

“I’ve learnt that eating right on long days is everything. I love fresh juices (my favourite place is Kreation in LA), green  tea and nuts to maintain energy, rather than a  spike then a crash.” 1. Almonds, $4 for 150g, WOOLWORTHS, woolworths.com.au 9. Pure Green Tea, $2.70 for 10 bags, TWININGS, woolworths.com.au “My assistant helps to keep my kit super organised so I  can reach in quickly and grab what I need based on each look. We keep everything separated by brand and/or type of product, but we keep some ‘favourites’ bags, too, in order to be speedy.” 2. Clearly M.A.C Cube, $42, M.A.C, maccosmetics.com.au 12. Clearly M.A.C Rectangle, $42, M.A.C, maccosmetics.com.au “I make sure I start with fresh, clean skin – so it’s micellar water on cotton pads to remove any…

 The Big B. Perhaps you think of it as an entry-level cosmetic procedure, perhaps the ultimate anti-feminist swindle, interfering with our natural ageing process, or maybe even a gift from God. Whatever your stance, your understanding of Botox is probably thus: it’s an injectable neurotoxin that temporarily paralyses muscles, thereby erasing or preventing lines and wrinkles. All true, yes, but that’s not what it was initially approved for. As with many cosmetic breakthroughs, it was a noticeable side effect from treating eyelid tics, muscle spasms and excessive sweating. A few years later, in 2002, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration approved Botox for cosmetic use to treat wrinkles.  Sixteen years later, here we are: Botox is a  billion-dollar business and about as shocking as dropping three paracetamol instead of the…

SLIDE ON UP It’s time to channel your inner Margot Tenenbaum. Embellished versions of the humble hair slide were seen at Simone Rocha, while hairstylist Anthony Turner rode the ’90s revival all the way to the chemist, using a single bobby pin to pull back hair at JW Anderson. HIGH-OCTANE BLUSH While blush draping might not have the same cut-through appeal as strobing, we dare you to move out of your comfort zone. Colour was swept far past the classic apple of the cheeks at countless shows, from a  subtle hint at Carven to punchier hues at Fenty X  Puma and Pat McGrath’s ’80s-meets-ethereal efforts at Valentino. OUT OF LINE Forget fretting over the perfect cat-eye and embrace a more freehand approach to eyeliner. Arm yourself with a felt-tip or gel liner and try a half wing…

SPIN Sydney’s Cycology Club is dark and the music is blaring, encouraging you to match your rotations to the beat. Also embracing a nightclub vibe, Melbourne’s Bodhi & Ride offers short but intense spin sessions set to a DJ-mixed soundtrack. cycologyclub.com; bodhiandride.com.au REFORMER PILATES Vive Active on Sydney’s Northern Beaches isn’t like other Pilates classes. There are no white walls or Scandi furnishings; instead, the studio of sleek reformer beds is lit by neon lights and blasts tunes tailored to each workout. viveactive.com.au MAT PILATES The Yoncélates class at Bondi’s Peaches is a mix of barre, body-weight exercises and legwork set entirely to Queen Bey. It targets the spots that help the singer rock her leotard – abs, arms, butt and thighs. peachespilates.com…

CALVIN KLEIN Athleisure and logos – they’re two trends that aren’t going anywhere soon. Get the best of both worlds with Calvin Klein’s Intense Power mesh bandeau and classic bikini briefs. The bikini top has removable straps and pads while both pieces shield against UVA and UVB rays – perfect for everything from paddleboarding to people-watching poolside. Top, $130, briefs, $69.95; calvinklein.com/au SUPER NATURE Let’s face it: frozen meals can be far from appetising, but Super Nature’s wellness bowls aren’t your regular heat-and-eats. They’re packed with some of the healthiest superfoods around, but it’s also what’s not in them that counts – no artificial flavours, colours or preservatives and 97 per cent fat-free. Easy, healthy and delicious – they’re the ultimate triple threat. $6.30 each; supernaturefoods.com.au TOD’S She’s modelling’s It-girl, so when…

#1 LOVE, LANA Get in quick – tickets to everyone’s favourite girl crush Lana Del Rey’s east coast tour of Australia are bound to be as elusive as the woman herself. From March 29; lanadelrey.com #2 ON THE CARDS Thanks to Loewe and Dolce &  Gabbana, old-school playing cards are the new Cards Against Humanity. Follow suit with a designer deck courtesy of Tiffany & Co. or Hermès. Go Fish just got fancy. #3 GET HIGH(LIGHT) If there’s not an Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in your beauty bag already, best not mention it out loud. Just quietly attain one of the new Vanish Flash Highlighting Sticks and pretend you’ve always had such a good glow. #4 A STAR IS REBORN This month, 10 never-before-released Jimi Hendrix studio recordings will enter the musical orbit. Tune in so you know what everyone’s…

What’s not to love about roomy twill and all-over tonal ease? Layer your most utility-inclined pieces (cargos! Anoraks! Jumpsuits!) for a new-season update on double denim. As for pockets: whether they’re iPhone-X big or credit-card small, just ensure there are multiples.…

In excellent news for our arch support, the oversized, crazy-comfortable sneaker is back.  Think chunky soles and sturdy laces –  the kind of shoes your dad would have worn with long shorts on holiday in 1991. This time around, they’re punctuated with techy-looking inserts and pop colours. For styling, take your cue from the street, where Seinfeld-minded kicks were balanced out with femme prints, wafty hemlines and midi-dresses. Sporty ankle socks, preferred. Dubious? Look to the all-knowing French. Balenciaga’s cult Triple S sneakers (spotted on Gilda Ambrosio, below) have a  waitlist, Louis Vuitton showed 43 pairs in its SS18 collection and APC spent three years working on its ultimate sneaker, to be released next month. The result: a technical, tourist-wear trainer that would make your father proud.…

Podcasts are expanding and evolving – they’re learning how to capture our fickle attention spans without the special effects and big budgets of cult TV shows and blockbuster movies. More than 70 per cent of Australians are familiar with the word podcast, and in the past month, around 17 per cent of us will have listened to one. For a  medium that really only took off in 2014, these numbers are compelling. In what is perhaps the biggest leap forward for the steadily growing world of audio, in the coming year we’ll see a  greater overlap between podcasts and Hollywood. Already, Gimlet Media’s hit Startup has been adapted into TV sitcom Alex, Inc, starring and directed by Scrubs alum Zach Braff. Spooky, supernatural podcast Lore has also made the jump…

The days when injuries from burning-hot sand are a legitimate concern and spritz-induced naps are par for the course are drawing to a close, but how do you sate your penchant for summer spirits – gin, Aperol, Campari – in the cooler months? Rosario Agosta, master bartender at Melbourne’s Longsong, has an inventive use for your surplus gin supply when the temperature drops below the “G&T appropriate” threshold. His twist on a  classic hot toddy sees gin take the place of traditional whiskey or rum – stirred in with hot water, lemon juice, honey, cinnamon and cloves. “It’s got the same flavour profile as a gin sour but the honey gives it a winter touch,” he says. While Aperol and Campari might typically be associated with long days spent on a…

“LOOK MUM, NO HANDS” It appears we’ve hit peak outsourcing. We outsource our social lives via a scrolling feed; our fact retention, leaving no need for memory recall; our shopping; we don’t  even have to turn our own lights on thanks to the help of personal assistants such as Google Home and Amazon Echo. So it was only natural that we started outsourcing our travel time, too. As you read this, Waymo, formerly known as the Google car, is driving itself around Arizona, without a human to guide it; Volvo is working on fulfilling a 24,000-strong fleet of XC90 SUVs equipped with fully autonomous technology ordered by Uber; Intel,  BMW and Mobileye have joined forces to develop a  driverless model; Uber competitor Lyft is working with start-up Nutonomy and offering human-free rides around Boston;…

SHE: A CELEBRATION OF RENEGADE WOMEN By Harriet Hall ($26.99, Hachette) Like an encyclopaedia of sassy renegades, from Jane Austen to Michelle Obama to Malala Yousafzai, She is a  celebration of “nasty women” who have changed the world. Written by journalist Harriet Hall and illustrated by Alice Skinner – a British Leunig – She is a  toast to bold women and resembles all our favourite empowering Instagram posts in one handy paperback. THE WONDER DOWN UNDER: A USER’S GUIDE TO THE VAGINA By Nina Brochmann and Ellen Støkken Dahl ($32.99, Hachette) If sex-ed didn’t answer all your questions, medical students and authors of The Genital Area blog Nina Brochmann and Ellen Støkken Dahl have pulled together everything you’ve ever wanted to google about lady gardens. Read if only to discover how wearing socks can change your…

When a terrifying encounter opened her eyes to the lack of women’s rights around the world, model and activist Toni Garrn felt compelled to fight for the voices that go unheard “Growing up in Germany, my mum had me doing a different hobby every week – horseriding, skiing, playing piano, dance class, tutoring. I started working as a model when I was 15, so I  learnt a lot about life, the world, politics and human rights from travelling on my own. I remember when I was 16, flying alone to Marrakech. I arrived at midnight and met the driver at arrivals; he grabbed my bag and ran off without even saying “Hello”. We got in his cab – me in the back seat – and he took off, speeding through…

“IT’S STYLISH, STATEMENT-MAKING AND ENCAPSULATES THE REGION’S JOIE DE VIVRE PERFECTLY” Good taste – it’s something the French Riviera has in spades, from the fashionable people who live and holiday there (Cara Delevingne, Beyoncé and the Beckhams among them) to the exceptional cuisine (hello, ratatouille). And now you can bring the chic, glamorous vibes of the south of France to your place thanks to Grey Goose’s limited-edition (and highly covetable) Riviera bottle. A celebration of not only 20 years of Grey Goose but also the brand’s French heritage, the bottle features marinière stripes (synonymous with that other French icon, the Breton top) and brushstrokes reminiscent of the works of French Impressionists. It’s stylish, statement-making and encapsulates the region’s joie de vivre perfectly (and will look just as good on your…

I can’t remember which show it was, but as I stood watching the guests streaming out of the exit, it felt like everyone had got the memo apart from me. So many men and women were wearing beige trench coats that it looked like a Pink Panther convention, only everyone had come dressed as Inspector Clouseau because their plush pink onesie was in the wash. I  looked up at the sky. It gave no hint of rain. Did these people have superior weather apps? I looked down at my own black woollen coat, drably easing its way into a second winter. They certainly had superior style. Past a certain age, a trench coat is just one of those things that you’re supposed to own, one of the signifiers of bona fide adulthood, like a proper handbag…

“Whatever your ‘level’ of spiritual development, first and foremost choose a  retreat that speaks to you with regard to content and the people leading it,” says Warrington. “It can be a big investment in terms of time, finance and emotional commitment. Above all, it’s about choosing an experience that really lights you up.” Here are ELLE’s picks of the best places for your next spiritual getaway... AUSTRALIA Tune out of your normal life with help from The Broad Place, which offers vedic meditation courses and teaches people how to tap into their intuitive selves.  With regular retreats held at The Atlantic Byron Bay, it means you can be spiritual and chic at the same time. thebroadplace.com.au BALI Yoga lovers can add a spiritual high to their downward dog at Bliss Sanctuary For Women, which invites…

As 2017 came to its shuddering close, The New Yorker posted a piece by writer Jia Tolentino titled “The Year That Skincare Became A Coping Mechanism”. Speaking of her own deep-dive into the exploding skincare market – Korean beauty, selfie-friendly sheet masks, lactic acid, face helmets that blast you with infrared light – she admitted she was unsure if the products she was buying qualified as skincare or a “psychological safety blanket”. Judging by skyrocketing sales figures, she’s not the only one looking to soothe her soul with everything from sunscreen to serum. It’s true we’re buying more skincare than ever. Last month, The Cut reported on consumer and retail research firm NPD Group’s findings that skincare sales were up nine per cent in the US last year after several years of…

 Whether you want to step up your selfies or elevate your social feeds switching to a smartphone with professional-level camera capabilities an essential upgrade for the fashion focused. Just ask the Fashioneers. With creativity that can’t be held back, this multi-tasking, trailblazing group of creative women are making their mark on the fast-paced world of fashion. Renowned photographer Rene Vaile captures their vibe with Google Pixel 2’s camera. “THE PERFECT PHOTO IS ONE THAT SHOWS IMPERFECTIONS. SOMETHING CAUGHT IN THE MOMENT. YAN YAN CHAN, CURATOR Free-spirited fashion content curator Yan Yan Chan’s inspiration pool is as eclectic as her Instagram feed, but that’s just the way she likes it. “I love that fashion coexists with art and music, and represents issues that are current the world. It has an ability…

ZOË KRAViTZ has the kind of magnetism that practically shouts, “This woman is a star!” She’s distractingly, other-worldly beautiful. She’s the spawn of two of the coolest people on the planet, Lisa Bonet and Lenny Kravitz. This is a girl who knows how to milk a step-and-repeat in a slinky white Calvin Klein number and a  voluminous rainbow Dior gown with equal aplomb. And she’s a damn talented actress.  Which is why, looking back, it’s amazing to consider that for the better part of the past decade, she hovered in a kind of Hollywood up-and-comer limbo, playing supporting roles in blockbusters like the Divergent movies, X-Men: First Class and Mad Max: Fury Road (a pre-breakout part of sorts – she certainly held her own in scenes with the also-so-beautiful-it’s-unfair Rosie Huntington-Whiteley). But inevitably, thankfully,…

1. CANDY GIRL Sure it’s fun to look at, but the sheer, even-toned, bubblegum pink tint it leaves on the lips is no joke. 2. BRAVE HEART Ticking off the essential DNA of a Mugler fragrance (the juice must be as distinctive as the bottle), Aura blends bourbon vanilla and bright orange blossom with woody notes for equal parts sweet and sexy. 3. PERFECT COMBO Finally, a primer smarter than you are – it works on combination skin to absorb oil without making your complexion dry. 4. SHE BANGS A fine brush might not scream volume, but once you nudge the comb right to the root of lashes and coat every one in the light-but-mighty, fluffy formula, you’ll be converted. 5. GET UP AND GLOW A souped-up skin brightener in the kind of jar that will turn your basic…

“Firstly, most black mascaras say they’re black, but aren’t. I’m anal about the blackness of a mascara and Marc Jacobs Beauty’s Velvet Noir Major Volume Mascara is truly dark. Then there’s the formula: one coat gives incredible volume, but you can also do layers without it going clumpy. I like makeup best when the mascara is a little undone. My aim is perfect eyeshadow and then imperfect mascara because I love that contrast. I like it to look like she could have partied all night. It’s cooler and sexier than the girliness of applying it perfectly.”…

...IN A MONTH: Pairing glycolic acid with nourishing oils, this overnight treatment from Lancôme is the perfect entry-level peel thanks to the gradual exfoliation piggy-backing on a hefty dose of hydration. You won’t notice a change at first, but by week four you’ll see a smoother texture and a supple glow smiling back at you in your selfie. ...IN FIVE MINUTES: Brace yourself, strobing fans: this face oil and liquid highlighter hybrid is the stuff of dreams. It’s packed with essential oils and skin-strengthening squalane to bring back the bounce, while the soft shimmer adds all-over illumination.…

I KEEP MY ROUTINE REALLY SIMPLE and if I’m not working I’ll rarely wear makeup. I LOVE WEARING M.A.C Studio Fix Fluid foundation with the Mineralize Skinfinish powder when I need to be presentable. I try not to wear too much coverage – that’s when I get pimples because my skin can’t breathe. BEING ABLE TO CUSTOMISE A PALETTE like the Freedom System Flexi Eco Palette means I have all my eye and brow shades in one spot. I’M SORT OF OFF LIPSTICK RIGHT NOW but when I’m on stage I like to make my eyes more dramatic with colourful eyeliner. MY HAIR PRODUCTS CHANGE depending on which extensions I have in. The big curly ones need more moisture – they get really dry. They cost so much money so I have to take…

JAWLINE Using two fingers on each hand, sweep across the jawbone from the chin out to under the ear. Then bend the fingers and, using the knuckle, go as deep as you can. You will feel points of muscular tension, so work on them there. BROWBONE Take your fingers from the bridge of the nose where the eyebrow starts, and push upwards and inwards into the muscle tissue that sits on the brow. Press in and massage out to the edge of the brow. Then use your index finger to lightly sweep under the eye. CHEEKBONES Very slightly open your mouth, place the heel of each hand under the cheekbone on both sides and let your face drop into your hands. Hold for one minute. You will naturally feel pressure release from…

WHAT IS IT? If you feel like you’ve swallowed a balloon, chances are you’re bloated. This occurs when your gastrointestinal tract is filled with air or gas. “Around 70 per cent of your immune system is located in your gut,  so gut bacteria plays an important role,” explains nutritional scientist and gut expert Eileen Fisher. “If a normal digestive function is interrupted, good bacteria decreases and you end up with excess gas and an expanded abdomen.” You may notice that this is limited to one small area of your stomach, or more generalised throughout. COMMON CULPRITS Your gut is a finely tuned system that assesses everything you throw at it and decides on the most appropriate course of action. But you can sidestep these serious offenders and bypass the belly bulge altogether. CARBONATED BEVERAGES Bubbles in…

IN BETWEEN THE OVERGROWN LANEWAYS and buzzing wine bars of Melbourne’s  Carlton North sits this oasis of a two-bedroom terrace shared by Caroline Walls, her wife Emma Hill and their cat Major Tom. The couple moved in five years ago after Walls’ stints in London and New York, and have since created a stylish home showcasing their ever-evolving aesthetic. “It’s a real culmination of art, objects and furniture Emma and I have collected on our travels over the years, both together and separately,” Walls says. “It’s a small, personal space that we hope tells a bit of our story.” The home’s original timber floors and muted colour palette make it the ideal canvas for the couple’s arty and eclectic style. “We hope our home has some character, warmth and a sense of…

PISCES FEB 20 – MAR 20 THIS MONTH’S ASTROLOGY IS ALL ABOUT YOUR ASPIRATIONS AND LONG-TERM PLANS. FRIENDS AND PARTNERS WILL PLAY A BIG ROLE IN THE UNFOLDING EVENTS, PARTICULARLY AROUND THE BEGINNING OF THE MONTH. RELATIONSHIPS WILL ALSO BRING PLENTY OF FUN AND YOU’RE ENCOURAGED TO SEEK ADVENTURE WITH PEOPLE WHO SHARE YOUR VISION. WHILE YOU’LL FEEL SUPER BUOYANT AND SOCIAL, BE MINDFUL OF LOOSE BOUNDARIES AND WHAT YOU SHARE IN PUBLIC – INCLUDING WHAT YOU POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA! ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 You’ll be on top of the world and people won’t be able to resist your power of attraction, especially on March 20. This is a great time to make yourself stand out professionally – just be mindful when communicating with people because things…

THE PAPER CHASE I’m a young, very low-paid journalist at a newspaper. My boss is temperamental and goes back and forth between complimenting my work and screaming at me. My editor-in-chief is aloof and doesn’t interact with the journalists much. The only good part of my job is my boyfriend. He’s a fellow journalist, and we’ve been dating for six months. Our relationship is great. We work really well together in and out of the office, and I’m so happy with him. He doesn’t like our boss either, but he wants to stay for a while longer because he wants to get a good recommendation from our EIC. So he’s going to put in his time. The thing is, he’s not financially independent from his parents yet, and I am.…

…THING YOU BOUGHT WITH CASH? A croissant. I don’t use a  lot of cash. I never seem to have any on me! …TIME YOU SANG KARAOKE? In Tokyo a long time ago.  My song choice is “It’s  My Life” by Bon Jovi. I’m  a really bad singer. …VACATION YOU TOOK? Taormina, in Sicily. My fiancé [Italian rapper Fedez]  and I  were there for about a week, just wandering around. …MEAL YOU COOKED? Farro salad. It’s the best I  can do. I’m not good at cooking – I  usually get [takeaway] or go to restaurants. …THING THAT MADE YOU MAD? Usually it’s Fedez or my mum. They’re very similar. …THING YOU DID BEFORE LEAVING HOME TODAY? Brushed my teeth. …INVESTMENT PIECE YOU BOUGHT? A Prada jacket from the autumn/winter collection. It’s amazing. …TIME YOU FELT REALLY…