Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2019 i Marie Claire Australia

Recently, I was flicking through past issues of marie claire, which was like discovering a time capsule filled with nostalgic treasures. There were stories on a “terrifying” new face-freezing injectable called botox, a five-page feature on the Ange-Brad-Jen love triangle, and a tiny piece on a little-known singer called Lady Gaga. Then I came across a far-reaching survey we conducted exactly 10 years ago that asked 5000 women what they really wanted in all areas of their working lives. On the surface, it didn’t seem like much had changed, but then it struck me: the results seemed overridingly negative. Most of you were unhappy at work and with your chosen careers, more than 80 per cent said there was a silent battle raging between working and stay-at-home mums, and life…

Living past 100 is a feat many aspire to, but for Eileen Kramer, life in the triple digits is boring unless a new challenge is involved. Having recently taken up painting, the 104-year-old Sydney woman has entered her self-portrait into this month’s Archibald Prize, determined to show age is no barrier to achievement. “O-L-D. Take it out of the dictionary,” quipped Kramer, who is still a dancer and choreographer. “None of us are Picasso or Matisse, just do it if it makes you happy.” Kramer, who has lived longer than the competition’s 98-year history, said she is hopeful her portrait might be hung. “It’s just a little old painting. I don’t expect anything, but it’s very exciting at the same time.” As for her secret to a long and prosperous…

Ever wondered what Princess Diana would look like with a plumped-up pout? Look no further. Artist Mat Maitland takes images of yesteryear’s icons and gives them a makeover based on 2019 beauty ideals: fuller lips, chiselled jaws, contoured noses, plumped-up cheeks and tight foreheads. The images, Maitland has said, are not supposed to make a statement against plastic surgery. “I’ve always been fascinated by people who push beauty to the extreme,” he says. “Cosmetic approaches to beauty were previously restricted to celebrities and the mega wealthy but these have now become more attainable. You can observe the new normal across the world.” Of course every era has had a desired “look”, but never has it been so monolithic as today’s collagen-pumped ideal. Gamine Audrey and bombshell Marilyn were celebrated side…

“Follow the song of your heart and trust that knowing feeling that sits in your tummy, the one that tingles and guides you” TERESA PALMER, ACTRESS MUM TO BODHI (PICTURED), FOREST AND POET To my beautiful children, When I was a child, I didn’t get to do the things that you do or have the stuff that you have, but it didn’t matter because I had the most fun mum on the block! Your nanna, my mum, taught me the importance of being playful. She played with me every day, we were spirited children enjoying life as mama and daughter. She let me be free, wild and me. It’s so important to be like that with your children, which is why I’m so playful, goofy and silly with you! We…

It’s a hot summer evening in New York, the tail end of the type of stifling day that makes shirts cling to backs. But that’s not the only reason Herman Weisberg is uncomfortable. He has arrived early to the restaurant where they’ve agreed to meet, a Mexican dive in one of Brooklyn’s tougher neighbourhoods, to find she’s already waiting. It’s a surprise, and Weisberg hates surprises. He nods hello and reluctantly slides into the seat opposite – the one with its back to the door – before offering to buy her a drink. She accepts – they always do. Margarita on the rocks, no salt. She’s curvy, with fake lashes and inch-long nails, but even in the dark he can see the faint shadow of facial hair. Once the drinks…

A lot has happened since 2009: Instagram was created, the #MeToo movement exploded and reverberated around the globe and the former host of Celebrity Apprentice, Donald Trump, became the leader of the free world (despite the #MeToo movement). But how has all this affected the women of Australia? A decade after our first “What Women Want” survey, we’ve partnered with software giant Salesforce to take the pulse of Australia’s working women once again. Our survey of thousands of women found several significant shifts in attitudes on everything from parental leave and sexual harassment to the pay gap, mental health, career and kids. The biggest shift? Women today are overwhelmingly more satisfied and empowered in the workplace. Wanting to know more, we took to the streets to ask the big questions.…

This isn’t Vanessa Amorosi’s first rodeo. The singer, born in Melbourne, is buckling up for her third comeback after making a name for herself with the soft-rock power ballads “Shine” and “Absolutely Everybody” at the turn of the century. In 2009, Amorosi reinvented herself with the edgy electro-pop album Hazardous, ditching her green eyeshadow and turtlenecks for heavy eyeliner, knee-high boots and arm tattoos. Then, in 2014, she announced she was working on a new gospel album (yet to be released). And now, a decade after her last solo track, she’s back with an emotional new single called “Heavy Lies the Head”. Amorosi, 37, says her upcoming album is extremely personal, boundary pushing and more aggressive than anything she’s done in the past. “With ‘Heavy Lies The Head’ I’m singing…

KIRSTEN WALKER Founder of Palm Beach Collection, mum of two “In 2009, I left my old job [as a fashion buyer] to start Palm Beach Collection and found out I was pregnant with my first son the day after I resigned. It was certainly an emotional challenge. I worked through my pregnancy with both kids and didn’t take any maternity leave. Our office was at our house at that stage and I thought it would be easy. I think it was the hardest thing I’ve ever done. The biggest challenge was that I was never really able to switch off from work. I was back on my emails in the hospital only a few hours after the birth! Trying to breastfeed while entering orders, taking phone calls, answering emails ……

If you’re struggling to save, chances are there are a handful of regular bills wolfing down your pay packet. This is where you need to take a good look at whether you can get a better deal, or maybe give a particular service the flick altogether. There are so many simple steps you can take to reduce your expenses – and, yes, taking your lunch to work might be one of them but it won’t be your only option. Here are some of my easiest cost-cutting tips… DELETE AT LEAST ONE APP FROM YOUR PHONE Uber, Uber Eats, Deliveroo or Tipple, they’re all very handy, but this sort of convenience makes it easy to spend – and overspend. I don’t know about you but for some reason I justified my…

SHINE TIME Dial up the glamour: this month we delight in dazzling jewels and striking, bohemian-inspired ensembles, and present fresh new ways to wear denim.…

BUCKET HAT The contemporary iteration of this ’90s favourite is less surfie, more sartorial. BELTED BLAZER This is a piece that means business, but exudes breezy nonchalance too. Our pick? Chic, checked designs. CABLE KNIT The appeal of a cosy jumper is amplified when it’s realised in good-enough-to-eat sorbet hues. MINISKIRT Hemlines are on the rise. Keep it short but sweet in heavyduty fabrics with embellished details. RAIN JACKET A weather-proof wonder that looks fabulous too; what’s not to love? BOOTS Serpentine prints have slithered onto footwear, making a particularly sassy statement on boots in myriad forms. RIBBED KNIT Whether you’re after something super practical or a little bit slinky, there’s a fine, long-sleeved style to suit.…

WHY WE LOVE THEM SHEER SCENTS ARE PERFECT FOR THE OFFICE. THE NEW SHEER When you want a fragrance to linger, sheer scents are your go-to. With a balance of fresh fruit notes and feminine florals, the USP of sheers is their delicate yet sophisticated feel. Consider them the modern way to glide through the day. WHY WE LOVE THEM NOTES OF WOOD AND SPICE REQUIRE BOLD FEMININITY. FEARLESS LUXURY To make an entrance, seek out noble notes of spice, wood, rose and magnolia. And don’t reserve these for night-time only; floral notes with plenty of spicy warmth underneath also work well for day. WHY WE LOVE THEM FLORALS MAKE THE PERFECT EVERYDAY SCENT. FEMININE FLORALS Feminine scents can be both pretty and sensual. When you want to feel your…

Anything but old-fashioned, the new breed of milk cleansers are formulated to gently remove dirt and grime while supplying skin with nourishing ingredients. Like their oil-cleanser counterparts, they won’t strip the complexion of its vital acid mantle. The difference? Super-dry skin types can simply tissue off and ditch the water altogether.…

Teirney advises that women can look into Hormone Replacement Therapy to alleviate symptoms. Hormones prescribed by a GP or gynaecologist include estrogen and progesterone, which balance changing hormone levels. We can also ease the effects with a few lifestyle changes: MOODINESS AND IRRITABILITY Studies have shown that regular exercise can reduce perimenopausal irritability and mood changes. Choose an exercise that suits your needs: if you are longing for alone time, try Spin, running or yoga. If you need to socialise to help balance your moods, try team sports, personal training or running groups. POOR SLEEP QUALITY Combine cardio workouts with strength training, and try stretching workouts such as yoga and Pilates to help boost the quality of your sleep. HOT FLUSHES Try to reduce caffeine and spicy foods, as these…

When Netflix’s Stranger Things debuted in 2016, critics raved about the nostalgia-laden, Spielberg-esque offering, while audiences became obsessed. At the very centre of the feverish attention was Winona Ryder’s portrayal of a woman whose life had spun out of control. Still, it was hard to miss the symmetry between the plot and her own life. She was the gamine It girl whose insouciant cool came to define a generation, then turned troubled star, years before Lindsay Lohan and co made the courtroom arrival a tabloid mainstay. Now, thanks to Stranger Things, Ryder was making a stunning comeback after years of living in self-appointed exile. Born Winona Horowitz, near Winona, Minnesota, her writer parents struggled to make ends meet. When she was 10, the family moved to California, and shortly after…

1 GLAMOUR GOALS Paired with feathers and pearls, the watch becomes an evening appropriate extra. 2 NEUTRAL TERRITORY A classic analogue timepiece instantly elevates weekend or workwear. 3 GAME TIME Step up your activewear with a cool, contemporary watch, whether sporty by design or in functionality, too.…

Pearls tend to fall into one of two polarised categories: your grandma’s straight-laced, stuffy strands or costumey trend pieces that come and go with the seasons. Jewellery brand Kailis, purveyor of pearls for more than 40 years, is forging a happy medium. The label has its roots in the crystalline blue waters off the north coast of Western Australia. In 1977, genetic researcher Dr Patricia Kailis sold her car to set up a pearl farming business, opening Broome’s first pearl jewellery store with her husband the following year. “MOST OF KAILIS’ PIECES HAVE A CONTEMPORARY ART DECO FEEL”– Julian Power, head of design and production Fast-forward to now and each Kailis piece is studded with exquisite oceanic gems (predominantly hand-selected Australian South Sea pearls), but design inspiration extends beyond nature.…

Sometimes a bad-news story can bring about the best response. A now-famous action shot of AFLW player Tayla Harris (right) made headlines after it received a barrage of disgusting derogatory comments online. But the story didn’t end there. Appalled by the trolls, the football community and wider public paid tribute to the Carlton forward by re-creating the image as part of the #TaylaKickChallenge. Young girls, young boys, strong women and grown men all put on their boots and showed off their kicking prowess – the more dynamic and airborne the better – on social media. As Harris explained, the original photograph by Michael Willson portrayed her in her place of work. “That’s how I kick,” she said simply. “I thought it was a cool photo. I am proud of myself…

Meet Zuzana Čaputová, Slovakia’s first female president. The lawyer and activist – a member of the liberal Progressive Slovakia party – scored 58 per cent of the vote at the central European nation’s recent election, defeating high-profile diplomat Maroš Šefčovič. At 45, Čaputová is a relative political newcomer, but she’s already a regular newsmaker. Her 14-year-long crusade to shut down a toxic waste dump, which was spewing poison into her hometown of Pezinok, earned her the moniker “the Erin Brockovich of Slovakia”. More recently, she’s made it her mission to tackle corruption, and decided to run for president following the murder of journalist Ján Kuciak, who’d been investigating links between government officials and organised crime. Čaputová campaigned on the slogan “Let’s fight evil together” and also advocated for abortion and…

In 2003, Jocelyn gave birth to a son, Jack, her third child with husband P.J. Here, she writes about Jack’s autism diagnosis, six years after they were first told their daughter Lily was autistic. One morning, when Jack was 13 months old, I noticed he was acting strangely. No longer a bright-eyed, smiley toddler, he went into a short trance, his eyes unfocused. He was also starting to fixate on strange things: two power points symmetrically placed on opposite walls in our lounge room. Repeatedly, he would walk from one side of the room to the other to examine them. My autism radar switched on. I interrupted him and, as I had done with Lily, read to him by putting him on my lap facing me, so I could hold…

SARA BAREILLES In 2007, Sara Bareilles was adamant she wasn’t going to write us just another “Love Song”. Now, after a four-year hiatus from music, she’s released a new album Amidst the Chaos. The first single “Armor” is written for the #MeToo-era, celebrating women’s strength. KATE MILLER-HEIDKE Pop-opera queen Kate Miller-Heidke hit the big time with her track “The Last Day on Earth” in 2009, and proceeded to promptly drop off the face of the earth or, at least, out of the spotlight. Her new Eurovision track “Zero Gravity” chronicles her personal comeback. NORAH JONES When Norah Jones crooned “Come Away With Me” in 2002, we promptly started following her everywhere – and handed her five Grammys. Last year, she quietly headed back to the studio to record Begin Again,…

STEP INTO DOMAYNE AND SEE THE MANY BEAUTIFUL VISIONS FROM FURNITURE BY DESIGN. AND WITH DOMAYNE, THEY CAN WORK WITH THE FABRIC YOU WANT, THE CUSHION COMFORT THAT WORKS FOR YOU, THE STAIN YOU PREFER, AND THE SIZE AND CONFIGURATION THAT FITS YOUR HOME. TOGETHER THEY ARE COMMITTED TO A PROMISE OF INNOVATION, QUALITY AND SERVICE, NOW AND INTO THE FUTURE. Domayne is passionate about Australian Made and therefore collaborates with FBD. Getting to choose your coniguration and specfications is a big advantage, and adhering to Australia’s high standards in furniture manufacturing brings peace of mind, but it’s also the quality you get when your piece is made by experienced craftsmen who understand every intricate detail. Furniture by Design is so committed to Australian Made that even their state-of-the-art cutting…

AFTER DARK STYLE TIP Lilac remains the colour du jour – and pops against indigo denim. WEARABLE WESTERN STYLE TIP The denim skirt style you need now: high-waisted and A-line. CASUAL COOL STYLE TIP Wide-leg jeans render white denim fresh and modern.…

BEAUTYcrew, Australia’s number one online beauty destination, is happy to introduce you to the REVIEWcrew® – a group of the most trusted advisors, made up of beauty addicts dedicated to sharing their opinons. In our recent trial, our panel put La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL Ultra-Light Fluid SPF 50+ to the test, to see how the lightweight formulation applied and felt on their skin. Here’s what our REVIEWcrew® panel had to say. “I absolutely love this sunscreen! I’m slightly sun sensitive and have sensitive skin…But not with this amazing sunscreen! It soaks straight into my skin too, leaving no oily residue!”TARA B, REVIEWcrew® MEMBER “Love this product. It doesn’t feel as though I am wearing sunscreen at all.”FREYA P, REVIEWcrew® MEMBER FOR A HINT OF TINT For protection with a touch…

WHAT IS BLUE LIGHT? Also known as high-energy visible (HEV) light, blue light is found in natural sunlight as well as our screens, electronic devices and LED lighting. Adjacent to UV light on the spectrum, blue light has a wavelength of between 400nm and 500nm, the most energy-dense of the visible lights. It’s an intensity that is able to penetrate the skin and break down its natural renewal processes. “The majority of exposure used to come from the sun, but with the increase in … digital technology, we’re being exposed to more blue light for much longer periods of time,” says Dr Steven Liew, from Shape Clinic in Darlinghurst, Sydney. THE EFFECT ON SKIN Blue light is known for wreaking havoc on our sleeping patterns. But there is evidence to…

I WAS THRILLED WHEN PACO RABANNE ASKED ME TO BE THE FACE OF THE NEW FRAGRANCE. way the brand speaks to the world is bold and sexy. PACO RABANNE [THE DESIGNER] WAS AHEAD OF HIS TIME, CREATING DRESSES THAT MADE WOMEN FEEL STRONG AND LIBERATED. Rabanne was a pioneer in supporting the women’s liberation movement in the ’60s and has always had strong muses with powerful personalities. I love that we are expressing [this message] through something so delicate as a perfume. MY FAVOURITE PACO RABANNE MUSES ARE BRIGITTE BARDOT AND JANE FONDA, OF COURSE. I don’t know whether I offer something different [as the face of the brand], but I certainly support the same codes and values. CULTURALLY, WE CAN BE SO LIMITED IN THE WAY WE PERCEIVE WOMEN.…

Considering going vegan but know that you’ll crave your bacon or grilled chicken too much? This could be the diet for you. The Pegan way of eating is becoming so popular that Pinterest searches increased by 337 per cent between 2017 and 2018, and it is being hailed as the diet for 2019. WHAT IS IT? Imagine the lovechild of Paleo and veganism. What do you get? Pegan, a lifestyle coined by Dr Mark Hyman, director of the Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Functional Medicine. The premise is that by combining both the vegan and Paleo diets, and focusing on eating whole, unprocessed food, you’ll get the health benefits of both lifestyles. SO, WHAT CAN YOU EAT? Ideally, plant foods should make up 75 per cent of your plate. Meat can…

STYLE TIPS • Keep it cool. Think white on white with hits of blue or green. • Dial up the textures with stone and timber. • Day beds are a safe bet. • Keep it humble and relaxed with a fishing-village vibe.…

YOKO ONO I don’t want to be braggy, but I’m friends withYoko Ono. I’ve had dinner at her house and hung out with her in her living room with the white piano John [Lennon] gave her for her birthday that he wrote “Imagine” on. [It’s like] she’s lived her life 50 per cent completely in the present and 50 per cent still with John. I really admire her strength, especially after what she’s gone through as a woman. She stood there while her husband was shot to death in front of her. She’s so brave. She is in her mid 80s, and has dedicated her life to working for peace. There is nobody like Yoko Ono. She’s a true artist. When I was a kid, my parents subscribed to Time…

Big-name photographers, spectacular styling and experimental beauty looks … the Radical Beauty Project is just like any other major fashion shoot, but this one features models with Down syndrome. The brainchild of artistic director Daniel Vais, it seeks to challenge traditional beauty ideals and offer visibility to a marginalised community. There’s actress Sarah Gordy MBE (right), resplendent in red sequins and photographed by Zuzia Zawada. “The shoot was so raw, natural and emotional, and Sarah filled the room with positive energy,” says Zawada. “The project says a lot about how quick – and somewhat shallow – we are to judge beauty.” Now, the images have been collated into a coffee-table tome, and may become an important piece of history given the decline in Down syndrome (in Australia, abortions after a…

On March 15, when news broke that 50 people had been tragically killed in a massacre at two mosques in Christchurch, Ruby Jones picked up her pen. The 25-year-old New Zealander, who illustrates part-time, felt pain, grief and above all disbelief. “All I wanted to do in that moment was reach out and hug anyone and everyone who was hurting,” she says. “I began to think about who was targeted, and how so many of them would have come to New Zealand in search of peace.” Her illustration, which depicts two women embracing – one wearing a hijab – soon went viral on Instagram and became a unifying symbol at vigils across the globe. It even resonated with the editor of Time, who commissioned Jones to create an image for…

I have 75,000 followers on Facebook, 123,000 on Instagram and 38,000 on Twitter but, for me, social media has never been about the number of followers or likes. Instead, I view it as a way for me to connect to real people, hear their stories and help in any small way I can. When I first started off in TV [on The Real Housewives of Melbourne in 2014], I had some anxiety about what people would say about me on social media. I remember my husband, Ben [Gillies, of Silverchair], sat me down and told me, “You’re going to have people who love you and people who hate you. Some people are absolute garbage on Twitter and you need to be prepared for them to write shit about you. Do…

I’m overly sensitive. Sometimes I let my dirty dishes pile up in the sink. I have an irrational fear of confrontation. But recently I discovered what might be my greatest flaw of all: I’m a hypocrite. I’m sitting on my bedroom floor amid a mountain of crumpled clothes. Under the strict instruction of Marie Kondo, she who inspired the world to cut clutter in the name of joy, I’ve emptied the entire contents of my wardrobe onto the bed. But it doesn’t fit, so it’s spilling onto the ground like oozing lava. There are blazers, belts and boots, colourful slip skirts, a slew of silk shirts, more white linen dresses than I care to count and a stack of jeans I’m holding on to in the clichéd hope of fitting…

Aisha Dee isn’t a boss bitch. She’s a boss, bitch. That’s the motto of her self-assured character on The Bold Type – Kat Edison – and one Dee lives by in real life. “I’m drawn to Kat because we both have a confident and strong personality,” says Dee of her character in the cult-hit series, which follows three friends trying to make it in the magazine industry in New York. It’s a long way from her home on the Gold Coast, where she grew up with her opera-singing single mum. Dee, now 25, decided she was going to be an actress while watching Sesame Street, at age four. An ambitious teen, she scored a starring role in the iconic tween drama The Saddle Club before moving to LA seven years…

A TREE IN THE HOUSE by Annabelle Hickson (Hardie Grant, $50) Blooms glorious blooms, to decorate your home and warm your heart. THE CRYSTAL FIX: HEALING CRYSTALS FOR THE MODERN HOME by Juliette Thornbury (Murdoch Books, $35) From sugilite for emotional support to sunstone for optimism, the owner of Luminosity Crystals shares her sparkly wisdom. HASHTAG AUTHENTIC By Sara Tasker (White Lion Publishing, $39.99) Up your Instagram game with advice and #inspo from the woman behind @me_and_orla. BEN QUILTY by Ben Quilty (Lantern, $90) celebration of two decades of creativity from the Archibald Prize-winning artist.…

Q: What’s the one thing you know about what women want? A: “Women want to see themselves. The one thing I have learnt from the women who follow me is that women are looking for someone who’s like them – someone to inspire them.” Q: Do you think women and men are now treated the same? A: “My husband is home with the kids, and when he talks about the difficulties in looking after them, he has more of an audience than I ever did! People will say to him, ‘Yes, getting them to soccer is hard. Good on you for trying.’ Whereas with me, they just say, ‘Big deal. Just do it.’” Q: What’s your best advice for working women? A: “You can’t have it all. Most people want…

ACIDS Hyaluronic acid is able to hold 1000 times its weight in water, making it a must for plumping up parched skin. Look for it in creams and serums for a super-charged hydration hit. COPPER This mineral is enlisted for its ability to boost collagen and elastin production and increase wound healing. It also helps fight bacteria and reduce lines and wrinkles. ENZYMES Derived from ingredients such as papaya, enzymes are ideal for gently polishing skin back to porcelain smooth. It’s your ideal, non-scratchy alternative to a physical scrub, and it’s so gentle you can enlist an enzyme peel as regularly as every day or second day. BHA Ideal for sweeping away dead skin cells and clearing out pores, BHA is your secret weapon against pimples and pigmentation.“BHAs and AHAs…

Sometimes being a woman feels like an uneven conveyor belt of emotions, hormonal changes and social expectations (two children or three?). From the moment we get our periods, our lives revolve around a 28-day cycle that seems restrictive when we’re not trying to conceive. And just as we get our heads around fertility, our biological clock and anti-ageing creams, along comes perimenopause! Haven’t heard of it? You’re not alone. It’s not a topic that receives a lot of airtime. When actress Gillian Anderson started to experience perimenopausal symptoms in her 30s, she said, “How wonderful would it be if we could get to a place where we are able to have these conversations openly and without shame?” SO, WHAT IS PERIMENOPAUSE? According to gynaecologist Dr Raewyn Teirney, it’s the medical…

HIROSHIMA-STYLE OKONOMIYAKI MAKES 2, SERVES 4 100g plain flour120ml dashi (cooking stock)3 eggs½ hispi cabbage or flat cabbage, finely chopped100g bean sprouts150-200g tin of sweet corn, drained4 spring onions, thinly sliced40g beni shōga (pickled ginger) vegetable oil6 rashers streaky bacon200g prepared squid, scored and cut into 1cm-wide strips2 portions fresh yakisoba/egg noodles (or dried noodles, parboiled)about 150ml okonomi sauce Kewpie mayo as needed a few pinches of aonori and sesame seeds, plus a handful of katsuobushi (dried tuna) 1 Whisk flour, dashi and 1 egg to form a thin batter. In a separate bowl, toss cabbage, bean sprouts, sweet corn, half of the spring onions and half of the beni shōga. Set a large cast-iron frying pan on medium-high heat and add a little oil, spreading into a thin layer…