Innholdsfortegnelse for Spring 2024 i InStyle Australia Magazine

CLAUDIA SMITH PHOTOGRAPHED ‘MATTER OF FACT’ ON PAGE 138. Early morning swims. MAEVE GALEA WROTE ‘SHELF LIFE’ ON PAGE 196. Books, tennis and learning to cook just one thing really well. RACHEL WALLER WAS THE MODEL IN ‘WHAT MAKES THEM TICK’ ON PAGE 130. Time is a luxury. I want as much as possible with my grown-up children and grandchildren. ZARA WONG WROTE ‘WHAT MAKES THEM TICK’ ON PAGE 130. Exercise, especially outdoors, that’s more involved than walking to get a coffee. KRISTYAN LOW DID MAKEUP FOR ‘ONE AND ONLY’ ON PAGE 28. More quality time with my mum, dad and two sisters. PATRICK ZACZKIEWICZ STYLED LIME CORDIALE ON PAGE 144. To reflect on how lucky I am to be doing a job I’ve dreamt of since I was young.…

If you’re outside smelling the roses, you need to be prepared for whatever the natural elements throw your way. Luckily, Italian luxury house MONCLER has you sorted with its pre-fall 2024 collection, made for adventuring while looking chic, but also just looking chic outdoors. Inspired by earthy terrains in tones of ochre, sand, slate and clay, it’s geared towards milder conditions with lightweight, multi-layered pieces – hard- and soft-shell jackets and pants, down-insulated mid layers, packable hooded capes – and all the techy design details: breathable insulation for colder climates, Gore-Tex, reflective finishes, water-repellent zips and built-in visors. New season, new staples. MAX MARA’s new icon, the ‘Olimpia’ jacket, is one to consider adding to your rotation. First seen on the AW24 runway, the double-breasted jacket is true to the…

Every watch model has a unique reference number. Ascertain the number of the watch you’re looking for so you can verify the authenticity of potential purchases. Find a seller who offers servicing with a two-year guarantee, says Trang Trinh of @girls.o.clock. For IRL purchases, the seller should authenticate the watch by opening the case to inspect the movement. Don’t purchase a piece that needs major repairs; it won’t be worth it. Check for original parts: a face, bezel or hands that have been replaced will lower a vintage watch’s value. New York is a mecca for vintage watch shopping: check out Grand Central Watch, Material Good, FD Gallery and Aaron Faber. In Australia, auction houses are a great source for pre-owned designer timepieces. Online, try a luxury global marketplace like…

It’s the magical, bizarre online bazaar with more than a billion users worldwide every month, giving pre-loved furniture (and everything else) a second or third chance at life. To score a great deal, cast a wide net – don’t just search for wooden furniture, but for oak, teak and/or pine – and get clicking on things you like so the algorithm learns your preferences. Also try changing your location and scouring affluent locales for high-end bargains. But above all, please have a little decorum… Yes, the item is still available. • If we've established that yes, the item is still available, now would be an inopportune time to ghost. • Read the description it probably tells you everything you're about to ask. • No, I cannot post the fridge to…

You might be about to have the wildest, loosest, clubbiest summer of your life. Many would say it started with Brat, but if you’ve been paying attention, you’ll know the signs were there long before the slime green memes and ‘Apple’ choreography. Artists like Fred Again… and Dom Dolla were entering the mainstream and people who’d never been underground were suddenly raving, sharing Boiler Room clips and learning to DJ. The pop girls – Billie, Camila and Dua – all started releasing club tracks. And then, yes, in June, Charli XCX released Brat and it felt like the whole world was bumping that. This wasn’t new for Charli; she’s been putting out hyperpop club bangers for years. But the reception to her latest drug-fuelled dance tracks tells you everything you…

Delicious duos Food has never been more fashionable than it is right now, and luxury brands all want a bite. In the Hamptons, Mytheresa teamed up with Flamingo Estate for an exclusive pop-up featuring an ‘Inconvenience Store’, which sold the lifestyle brand’s most delightful yet hard-to-make products. Organic juices from chic New York supermarket Happier Grocery were stocked in The Row’s Amagansett store, while West Coast cool-girl label Lisa Says Gah collaborated with cult canned fish brand Fishwife. Then there are the celebs making their signature smoothies (because everyone has one now) available at Californian health food mecca Erewhon – Sabrina Carpenter is the latest to get involved, after Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid. Closer to home, Gelato Messina joined forces with boutique chain Incu and Hake House…

TOGETHER WITH TEMPLE OF THE SUN More than just aesthetically pleasing, each collection from Temple of the Sun is an ode to ritual and meaning. Offering a modern take on ancient inspiration, the Solid Gold collection brings together jewellery crafted with enduring appeal – simple treasures you’ll want to put on and never take off. Ethically made in Byron Bay and designed to evolve with their wearers, the pieces will infuse daily life with deep, personal significance. From further afield, the Heritage collection hails from Temple of the Sun’s Istanbul Grand Bazaar studio, where 22-24k gold is crafted using ancient techniques passed down through generations. The line highlights unique motifs and stones collected from the travels of brand founders Yonna Derofe and Darren Gallant. At the pinnacle of Temple of…

We all know that luxury watches do far more than just tell the time; they’re also a window into our personalities. For those who understand these things, a timepiece can often reveal who you are (or who you want to be) – and even, as it turns out, your age. “Younger generations check the time on their phones, so the watch is an artpiece in function and fashion,” says Jessica ‘JJ’ Owens, a 26-year-old watch connoisseur from the Daily Grail, an editorial platform that celebrates watch craftsmanship. Owens’ first foray into watches started at the age of 13 when she was given a Cartier ‘Tank’ by her father, so she knows first-hand what a watch aficionado seeks. For gen Z, who sacrifice time-telling for aesthetic value, it’s the Cartier ‘Baignoire’…

Current hyper-fixations: Substack; the more random the essay, the better. Denise Gough in People, Places & Th ings on the West End. The podcast Dish with Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartnett. And listening to Chappell Roan while rollerblading! Go-to TV show: My all-time favourite is Fleabag. And I’m currently watching The Great British Bake Off – the white tent is my happy place. A book you always recommend: The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood. Best-ever hotel: It’s not a hotel, but I love the cabins at Mallinson’s Woodland Retreat in Dorset, England. Otherwise, The Maybourne Beverly Hills – where we did this photoshoot – is divine. On your travel bucket list: Sweden. The last great meal you ate: Grilled squid on the beach in Sainte-Maxime, France. Favourite snack: A Dark Chocolate…

A guy and a girl are sitting on a daybed under the warm Mallorcan sun. He has ‘No ragrets’ [sic] tattooed across his chest; she’s wearing a metallic pink bikini. “So, what’s your type on paper?” he asks, flexing his eight-pack unsubtly. “Oh, you know, the usual,” she replies, twirling strands of hair with inordinate bounce for a pool day. “Tall, dark and handsome. With nice teeth.” He smirks, pauses, then flashes a set of chompers so big, blocky and blindingly bright that she reaches for her Gucci aviators. If the Kardashians did PR for curvy bums, and MAFS brought aesthetic tweakments to the masses, Love Island is running an awareness campaign for cosmetically enhanced teeth. In the show’s early seasons, hot young things entering the villa would list classic…

A massive new market is opening up in the world of beauty and it’s not coming from sustainability advocates or biotech experts, but from a much more unexpected demographic: tween boys. I first got wind of the phenomenon when my 11-year-old son -a child who has never shown the slightest interest in what he wears, how he looks and most wears, how he looks and most definitely not how he smells – asked me an unusual question. “You know at your work how sometimes you get perfume,” he said. “Would you have the one called Zherper Gooteter?” I took a second to respond. Since when did this child – who almost every evening answers my request to go and have a shower with an incredulous “but I had one yesterday!”…

Monet called his garden his most beautiful masterpiece. King Charles swears by talking to his vegetables. The act of gardening is many things to many people – peaceful, pious, hopeful, grounding, humbling – but right now, gardening is something to more people than ever before. Did we like gardening this much before the pandemic? Probably not. But the act itself has taken on new relevance as it becomes both a salve and a control measure for the tired, the frazzled, the despondent. The calming effect of time spent tending soil or pruning flowers is no big secret, but in the shadow of the Great Exhaustion – tipped to peak in 2026 – the meditative state involuntarily entered as you clip, clip, clip at a hydrangea plant’s woody stems is guaranteed…

Butter Wakefield @butterwakefield For a more charming garden, whatever size it may be. Piet Oudolf @pietoudolf For creating a garden fairies would surely live in. Monty Don @themontydon For gardening wisdom you can share with your nanna. Richard Christiansen @lamingo_estate For making every corner of your home verdant and luxurious. Kirsten Bradley and Nick Ritar @milkwood For lessons in permaculture you’ll actually sit through. Dangar Barin Smith @dangarbarinsmith For lush, tropical-tinged landscape architecture. Jinny Blom @jinny.blom For tapping into the healing power of nature. Deanna Talerico @deannacat3 For practical guides to growing your own produce. Kate Flood @compostable.kate For the answer to every obscure composting question you have.…

Stepping into Pop Up Grocer in New York City’s West Village is surreal – not for its old-school diner aesthetic, complete with checkerboard blue floors and a selfie mirror in the corner, but because it’s a place where you can touch all of the products you’ve only ever seen on Instagram. Fishwife’s canned smoked salmon is stacked against the delightfully absurdist illustrations of José Gourmet’s Sardine Pâté. A few shelves down, you can feel the shiny cardboard that houses Magic Spoon’s ‘zero sugar, high-protein’ cereal between your fingers. On the wall hangs the signature blue mesh tote bags of the store, which was founded in 2020 but only opened this permanent outpost last year. The bags are intentionally transparent enough that you can see what’s inside; they’re ‘for groceries that…

Introducing the City Chic bridal collection that's cut for curves. Get ready to say ‘I do’ with glamour and style as City Chic, the pioneering women’s fashion retailer for curve, launches its first-ever bridal collection. From aisle-ready elegance to picture-perfect bridesmaid looks, the new limited-edition range is set to turn heads and hearts. After years of designing wedding guest fashion, City Chic has taken a bold step into the bridal world, expanding its offerings to include breathtaking gowns and bridesmaid dresses. This exclusive collection, available online and in selected flagship stores, caters to fashion-forward brides in sizes 12 to 24, with prices ranging from $299.95 to $499.95. The collection features a range of silhouettes and styles that are both modern and timeless, catering to the unique beauty and individuality of…

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I’ve taken up crochet lately and have predictably gone all a bit obsessive-compulsive about it (I’m in my wholesome era, just in a very Daniel Day Lewis sort of way). But as a thing to do with my hands to stop them from scrolling (and thus my mind from spiralling), as a meditative anxiety alleviator, as a mental distraction that takes up just enough space in my monkey mind so that politics and work and an endless to-do list can’t hog all the real estate, let me tell you this: crochet is considerably better than ketamine. I never imagined myself to be a crafter. I’ve always been very busy, and also not in my 60s. But suddenly, I’ve had enough of the noise; I need to be quiet – and…

1. The STRIPE tee Forget what you’ve heard. A horizontal striped tee is the next best thing to classic white. 2. The STATEMENT necklace Heavy metals are the chicest way to kick any outfit up a notch (and the fastest too). 3. The DENIM short Jorts are back, but bring with them a little more polish than their noughties counterparts. 4. The SCHOOL shoe Practical, comfortable and achingly cool, they guarantee extra credit. 5. The TOP-HANDLE bag Swung from the hand or carried at the elbow, it’s the most demure bag on the market. 6. The SUEDE jacket A more wearable take on the western trend, and ideal for in-between temperatures. 1. The STRIPE tee 2. The STATEMENT necklace 3. The DENIM short SCAN TO SHOP this edit now 4.…

“I would describe this place as a magazine fashion cupboard on steroids,” says Sara Smith, looking over her shoulder at racks of Phoebe Philo-era Celine, Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière and Clare Waight Keller’s Chloé. We’re in the showroom-slash-storage facility of Relik Editions, Smith’s pre-loved luxury consignment business. It’s a fever dream for a fashion fiend: pieces near impossible to find in Australia, let alone seen beyond a screen, hang alongside ones Naomi Campbell or Shalom Harlow may have worn on the runway circa 1993. “As a freelance stylist, my career has been based on creating desire for people’s businesses – because desire is what compels people to buy something – but I realised you can create that with something that already exists,” says Smith. “I liked the idea of combining…

CHANEL CLASSIC FLAP Maintain it well and it’ll increase in value around 10 to 15 per cent per year; the Classic Flap is now 10 times more expensive than it was in the ’90s. HERMÈS BIRKIN It’s a worthy investment, but prepare to fork out. The scarcity of Birkins means you may pay more than double the retail price on the second-hand market. But if you get your hands on one, it’ll be worth its weight in gold, and then some. FENDI BAGUETTE It’s been stolen off Carrie’s arm on a New York street, given the Jeff Koons and Tiffany & Co. treatment and retains an unshakeable second-hand retail value (between 95 and 135 per cent, in fact). You better get in quick though — Y2K shoppers are snapping them…

What are you wearing right now? Jeans and a T-shirt. It’s my go-to, with a trench or leather jacket. I’m at home in London and it’s raining outside. What’s your home like? I live alone, so it’s girlie and kind of eclectic. I love going to markets, mixing modern art with antiques. Where do you shop? In London, Portobello Road is great – there’s a vintage fair that all the best dealers go to. For furniture, there’s this place called Sunbury Antiques Market in Kempton, which is about an hour from London and you have to go early, around 5am. It’s where all the antique dealers source their furniture, so you try to get it before they do. It’s really fun and it’s quite cheap. What’s the best spot in…

BEAUTY WITH BRAINS By now, we’re all familiar with the idea that parts of our body communicate with one another (see: the brain-gut connection), and in the world of beauty, a tenuous link has been drawn between acts of physical self-care – like using a sheet mask or gua sha – and associated mental health benefits. Now, based on the belief that products can be formulated especially to enhance a brain-skin connection, brands are stepping into the neurocosmetics space. As our largest organ, the skin’s connection to our central nervous system means that the physical effects of stressful situations can show up on the outside, whether through premature ageing, acne or other skin conditions. Neurocosmetics posits that particular ingredients can communicate with neurotransmitters in the skin, sending back a message…

INSPIRED BY A GROUNDBREAKING STUDY BY PSYCHOLOGIST ARTHUR ARON THAT AIMED TO SPEED UP INTIMACY BETWEEN STRANGERS THROUGH A SPECIFIC SERIES OF PROBING QUESTIONS. Do you ever draft text messages in your Notes app before sending? Oli: 100 per cent! We often send messages in the heat of the moment. It’s good to sit with it. A few wrong words can really go sour. Louis: I either don’t reply or keep it vague. It’s a problem. What would constitute a perfect day for you? Oli: I need to learn a few things, heal with fresh air and ideally get in the water. Louis: A day to myself, chipping away at little practical jobs around the house, writing a bit of music and maybe doing a little doodling with pencil and paper. If…

SCAN TO SHOP this edit now Beauty is not just about looking good or feeling good, it’s also very much about smelling good. Take L’OCCITANE Almond Delicious Shower, $39, a new foam formulation from the beloved Almond collection that provides a delightful ASMR moment as the mousse is squeezed from the tube, and is otherwise just as decadent and luxurious as the famous shower oil from the same range. Not one for smelling like marzipan? NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Or Florale, $54, is a new hair and body oil that smells of grapefruit zest, magnolia and musk, and leaves an iridescent shimmer on skin or rose gold reflection on hair (which is more spring goddess, less Greek mythology theatre performance than it sounds). Also filed under things that smell good is…

Synergie Skin has just launched its latest beauty innovation, NRgetic Biomask, which delivers a potent dose of souped-up serum to tired, dull complexions. The spa-quality sheet mask is made from coconut-derived biocellulose, which contours extra close to improve skin penetration. The formula itself blends nicotinamide riboside and niacinamide to boost levels of NAD+ – the coenzyme that’s vital for regulating cellular functions and DNA repair. Enriched with Tasmanian fucoidan, a marine seaweed extract known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as dual molecular weight hyaluronic acids and moisturising Tridration Complex, the result is deep hydration, improved firmness and next-level barrier protection.…

TOGETHER WITH JIMMY CHOO Spring means warmer days and balmy nights, bringing us out of hibernation and into a world that feels infinitely more thrilling. It’s a time when the air is thick with possibility, and you never quite know what the night may bring. While it goes without saying that evenings out with friends are about fun, they’re also about expressing our boldest, most unapologetic selves. And what better way to do that than with Jimmy Choo? Steeped in fearless glamour and defined by a daring spirit, the brand’s exceptionally crafted shoes and accessories are statements in themselves. And while it’s long been said that the shoes maketh the outfit, what really sets the tone for a night out is the scent that lingers in your wake. Enter I…

START HERE 1. WHO IS THE GOD-TIER CELEBRITY GARDENER? A) Snoop Dogg B) Oprah C) Costa Georgiadis D) Josh and Matt 2. HOW MUCH TIME DO YOU HAVE TO INVEST IN YOUR GARDEN’S UPKEEP? A) An hour a week B) An hour a day C) A few hours on the weekend D) 15 minutes a week, if I remember 3. HAVE YOU HAD MUCH SUCCESS GARDENING BEFORE? A) I had a windowsill full of sprouted cuttings in lockdown B) I like to think I have two green thumbs C) I care more about the process than the success D) I’ve killed every plant I’ve ever owned IF YOU ANSWERED MOSTLY AS: GROW A HERB SPIRAL A permaculture technique wherein a raised spiral shape creates lots of microclimates, so you can grow all kinds of herbs in one compact space…

ADDRESS BOOK 1. High Swan Dive: 113 Maitland Road, Islington, NSW. 2. The Pot Warehouse: Corner Barrenjoey Road and Harkeith Street, Mona Vale, NSW. 3. Heritage Nursery: Robert Boden Grove, Yarralumla, ACT. 4. Flower Power: 84A Wentworth Avenue, Mascot, NSW. 5. Waldecks Melville: 118 North Lake Road, Myaree, WA. 6. IndigiGrow: 8-18 Yarra Road, La Perouse, NSW. 7. Harvest Seeds & Native Plants: 281 Mona Vale Road, Terrey Hills, NSW. 8. rareplants.net.au 9. demeterplants.com 10. thejunglecollective.com.au…

TOGETHER WITH PARAGON Against the backdrop of century-old gardens and modern architectural design, a visit to Josef Chromy Cellar Door delivers picturesque views of the estate’s vineyard and lake. Under the expertise of chief winemaker Ockie Myburgh and assistant winemaker Yael Sandler, the winery is renowned for its cool-climate wines, crafted from a 61-hectare estate and select vineyards across Tasmania’s top regions. The exceptional sparkling is created using Méthode Traditionnelle and is celebrated for its Granny Smith apple-like acidity. The white wines, such as riesling, chardonnay and pinot gris, are marked by bright citrus notes and delicate fruit flavours, while the pinot noir has a distinctive red cherry profile. The cellar door itself, housed in an 1880s homestead and modernised with contemporary touches, offers a unique tasting experience. Guests can…

It's not a wedding, it's a love party A rising trend among twenty-something couples is throwing away the traditional concept of a wedding altogether. In NYC, Amy Shack Egan’s anti-wedding planner business Modern Rebel puts on ‘love parties’ where the focus is on the couple’s relationship, and not ticking off tradition. Whether it’s walking down the aisle in astronaut suits or giving tattoos in lieu of bomboniere, each is a totally customised, wildly fun party to mark the occasion of marriage (instead of being overhyped as the most important day of your life). And the bride wore… pop culture Can’t decide on what song should soundtrack your walk down the aisle? The Guardian recently reported on the trend of couples mixing classically arranged pop music into their nuptials. The culprit?…

Skip mascara, proposes beauty guru Annie Kreighbaum "I woke up on Friday, June 28, the morning after the Biden-Trump debate, and declared that the aesthetic code for the remainder of summer would be: unbothered. Not effortless and carefree, but literally, as in 'cannot be bothered'. From a macro perspective, we must conserve energy and maximise comfort in preparation for a turbulent future. We must relish these last warm days of democracy, and not waste a calorie on superfluous routines. Mascara has no place in these plans. To some of you I know this is sick, but I've always felt that there's nothing chicer than a stripped-back lash especially today, when lash technology is its own trade school category to feed what is truly an epidemic… You can get your lashes…

Effortless. It’s long been one of the most hallowed fashion adjectives, a codeword for studied carelessness, because what’s more stylish than pretending you’re not trying to be stylish? Today, though, the effortless paradigm is shifting. It’s less about pretences and more about a way of life. The soft roll of a shirt sleeve because you’ve got things to do; the bearable lightness of carrying a bag that’s not bursting at the seams. It’s about a simplified wardrobe, though that needn’t equate to head-to-toe beige or old notions of quiet or timeless luxury. Bold colour can be effortless, a crazy shoe can be effortless, as long as it feels natural to you. Here, we break down what looks easy, but often isn’t. The essential elements of an effortless wardrobe Shoes should…

Set a filter for wool, cashmere, linen, leather and silk so you can sift out the junk. Beware of misleading descriptions though; some sellers will call a linen-look skirt linen in the title, but polyester in the product description. If in doubt, ask to see the care tag. Use keywords wisely. Search for designer names (throw in some misspellings just in case) and style names in different languages. Filter items based on location if you don’t want to pay an international customs fee. Always factor in shipping when making a purchase as well. Set alerts if you have your eye on something specific – and be patient. Sometimes an item will be marked down within a week. Make a note of how long an item has been listed; it’ll give…

“I’ve got a Celine archive, and my favourite piece is a Phoebe Philo coat – I call it ‘the cloud coat’. It’s really special and very collectable.” – Sara Smith, founder of Relik Editions “My green silk Prada skirt that I found on The RealReal. I was looking for so long and didn’t want to buy anything else until I found it.” – Michelle Li, writer and stylist “My dad’s 1974 YSL suit jacket.” – Caitlin Burke, stylist “A mini Cartier ‘Tank Américaine’ that my mother gave me for my 25th birthday. The caseback is engraved with a simple ‘Love you’.” – Trang Trinh, founder of @girls.o.clock “I found a cream satin Saint Laurent dress that Kate Moss wore on the runway in Paris.” – Trinity Nebauer, personal shopper and vintage collector “A mid-’90s blue…

Lol. Omg. Hold up, do you really listen to Mariah Carey? Like unironically? Maybe. I mean, is it possible to listen to Mariah Carey unironically? And wait, there’s a lot of neo soul and dance pop. Like, a LOT. You OK? Let me guess, you’ve been to Coachella. Well, yes, but it was pre-Revolve Festival. I can tell. It’s giving put-it-into-speed-drive-mum-and-dads-date-night-smug-Hamilton-stan bad. That seems a little harsh. And inaccurate. Sexy-cat-in-Cats-flop bad. Manic-pixie-dream-girl-bad. Women-of-a-certain-age-obsessed bad. Now you’re getting personal. What music do you like? Based on your listening habits, you are 17 per cent basic. Well, that’s 83 per cent not basic. A respectable B. Less basic than most? I guess the important thing is that your music makes you feel good. Shutting down. I need to recalibrate my taste levels.…

How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days The chemistry between Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey in the 2003 romcom should be studied. Even when she’s ruining his life, the spark between the two of them could power an entire city. Pride & Prejudice Mr Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet are the blueprint for sapiosexuals flirting; it’s not about how you say it, but what you say. Penetrate their mind and they’re yours. The Addams Family Gomez and Morticia are never not undressing each other with their eyes. Crazy Stupid Love It doesn’t make sense that anyone would be attracted to a man who proclaims to be a “total tomcat in the sack”, until you hear Ryan Gosling deliver the line mid-flirt with Emma Stone. A Star Is Born That moment…

CHROME DOME You don’t have to go all the way in with a LE CORBUSIER CHAIR or stainless-steel kitchen reno to get amongst the chrome interiors trend. Part of INDUSTRIAL MINIMALISM’S resurgence, rolling out alongside SS24’s SILVER fashion trend (seen at Chloé and Chanel), chrome homewares are popping up all over; a shiny cupboard handle here, A REFLECTIVE CUP AND SAUCER there. A timeless trend like this can be shopped vintage to great success, but those without time to dig can pick up SHOWSTOPPING pieces from the likes of McMullin & Co. FINANCE BROS If you’re even vaguely online, you know the earworm: “I’m looking for a man in finance. Trust fund. 6’5”. Blue eyes.” What was once considered tacky and anti-feminist – admitting you want someone to bankroll your…

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WATCH NOTE: Marlo wears each interpretation of Chanel’s iconic ‘Première’ timepiece, inspired by house codes and a timeless wardrobe addition, for day or night. BEAUTY NOTE: For cream bronzer application that subtly enhances your bone structure, press CHANEL Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream, $91, in with your fingers in a '3' shape on each side of your face, starting at your temples, sweeping down to your cheekbones, and then along your jawline. BEAUTY NOTE: The new neutral is lids washed with bronze-flecked shadow. For straight-from-thepool chic, blend CHANEL Beauty Les 4 Ombres in Initiation, $109, into lids with your finger, including the corners and beneath the eye, to create a warm, glowy effect.…

I CAN’T REMEMBER MY FIRST ENCOUNTER WITH FRAGRANCE, BUT I CAN PICTURE THE BOTTLES. My mum had this beautiful tray of bottles in her bathroom. I wasn’t just drawn to spraying them to try the fragrances, but was also drawn to the bottles themselves. I think that was my young brain just being so interested – as it still is now – in creativity and making products and in design. I was interested in how different bottles can make you feel, and how seeing the fragrance coming out of it can make you feel. I THINK A LOT OF MY PERSONALITY HAS MASCULINE TINGES TO IT, so I like a mix of feminine and masculine in a fragrance. Million Gold for Her smells like how Rabanne feels as a maison:…

“Brachychiton rupestris, commonly known as the Queensland bottle tree, is the indoor plant of the moment. Native to Australia (specifically northern NSW and central Queensland), it has delicate leaves and a bulbous trunk that develops as it matures. This sculptural tree can reach up to three metres indoors and requires loads of bright light, so be sure to place it by a north-facing window with plenty of space to grow.” – Sophia Kaplan, co-founder of Leaf Supply “The coolest indoor plant would have to be the ficus audrey. Already a big hit in the US and Europe, this ficus is related to the fiddle-leaf fig, however the leaves are more delicate and it’s easy to maintain, while still ticking the boxes for air-purifying qualities, versatility (it can grow in any…

TIWI ISLANDS Just north of Darwin, a scenic 30-minute flight or 2.5-hour ferry gets you to the Tiwi Islands, famous for their sunsets, Indigenous culture and AFL fever. Though it’s popular with day-trippers, the appeal of the dreamy and utterly remote Tiwi Island Retreat (above) is all the reason you need to sleepover in this unexpectedly verdant part of the world. Wildlife sightings, Indigenous art and culture tours, and dinner with your fellow guests all add to the magic, but book a helicopter flight around the islands and you’ll stop for a swim at Ranku waterhole. Once-in-a-lifetime stuff, and thankfully, croc free. COOK ISLANDS Gazing out at the crystal blue sea from your Ultimate Beachfront Villa deck chair (above), you might think, for a second, that you’re on a secluded…

ARIES Give yourself grace, Aries. The Pisces lunar eclipse on September 18 might change how you relate to solitude and your interior life. It’s kind of like how it feels when you’re in the bathroom at a club. You can still hear muffled music and laughter, but in your own space, you don’t have to be anyone but yourself. Eclipses accelerate change and can mark beginnings and endings. Finding these spaces where you can let go of the roles you play for other people and simply exist for yourself might be part of that change. Solitude isn’t always lonely – sometimes it’s just enjoying a moment of peace before you rejoin the party. On the other hand, the solar eclipse in Libra on October 3 will shake up your partnerships.…

Discover tranquillity at the luxurious spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne, sitting high above the iconic city skyline. Experience relaxation and rejuvenation with a range of exclusive offerings including massages, facials, body treatments and curated rituals. Enjoy personalised treatments using locally sourced botanicals, unwind in the vitality pool, hit the steam room or sauna, or just take in the view with a herbal tea and the new Rooney to keep you company. Not your speed? There’s also a state-of-the-art gym and yoga studio if you find your zen while working up a sweat. Though the spa is open to day visitors by appointment, those in the know sign up to a Wellness Membership, which provides daily pool access, gym, sauna and steam room plus exclusive member privileges. It’s not heaven, but…