Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2021 i Marie Claire Australia

THE LOOK FUTURE GAZING Shimmery sequins, lots of silver and bolts of black befit a modern sci-fi star THE LOOK POP PRINCESS Hark back to the noughties in slinky shapes and head-turning hues THE LOOK PATTERN PLAY Layer rich and earthy prints to your heart’s content – more is more! THE LOOK PAINT BY NUMBERS Slip out of neutral: colour-blocking makes a joyous return to fashion…

As a long-time fan of Louis Vuitton’s Keepall travel bag, iconic star Audrey Hepburn wished for a smaller, lighter version that could be used as a day tote. Her wish was the luxe designer’s command and the iconic Speedy 25 bag was born. Its timeless silhouette – with rounded body, rolled leather top handles and signature padlock – along with its elevated updates, has since adorned the arms of generations of It girls with their own wish to share that Hepburn halo.…

Mom, did you ever do drugs?” My son, Atticus, 12 years old at the time, had casually lobbed the question at me from across the room. I eluded him but I knew I’d have to answer it one day and I had no idea how I was going to do it. My short answer, the one I didn’t give that day, is yes. Yes, I did do drugs, a lot of drugs. I dropped acid and took ecstasy and mushrooms, I smoked crack, shot ketamine and snorted crystal meth. But the drug I always came back to, the drug I struggled with from the age of 13 until I got pregnant with Atticus at 28, was heroin. The first time I took an opiate, I was eight. My parents had…

It was when Alexandra Collier was in her mid-thirties, a playwright living in New York, that she first developed “baby hunger”, a way to describe her deep longing for a child. After separating from her long-term partner because he wasn’t ready to have kids and she was unable to find anyone who was (anyone she wanted to build a life with anyway), she decided to “pull the trigger” and have a baby via donor sperm. “My reproductive timeline was out of sync with my romantic life,” she says. Alexandra admits she had to “grieve” for her dream of having a baby with someone else. “So many women have this dream, which I’ve been inculcated with since childhood: that I would meet the person who I was going to spend my…

What’s it like walking down the school halls with the next Al Pacino or Nicki Minaj? According to Zazie Beetz, actually pretty chill. “There are definitely so many young actors and performers coming through who are doing great things – Timothée Chalamet, for example,” she says of her alma mater, the prestigious New York performing arts high school LaGuardia. “It’s so funny, though, because for me, I always just think of it as high school.” It’s a humble approach to life that has seen the actor emerge as one of the most grounded of her cohort in Hollywood. She’s had a stellar few years: she was nominated for an Emmy for her role in Donald Glover’s Atlanta, and she played the love interest in the Oscar-nominated Joker. This month, Beetz…

HOT GOSS IP GIRL With a cast that includes Tavi Gevinson and Evan Mock (friend of Frank Ocean), this reboot might actually be one of the hottest events on the 2021 cultural calendar. HOCUS POCUS 2 2 Sistaaaahs! They’re back! Kathy Najimy, Bette Midler and Sarah Jessica Parker have all signed on to reprise their roles as the Sanderson sisters in this sure-to-be-epic sequel. HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE SERIES Just look at that name, how could you possibly hate it? When you factor in that this is the series which launched the career of Olivia “can’t parallel park” Rodrigo, we simply have no choice but to stan. FRIENDS: THE ONE WITH THE REUNION Look, we get it. We all loved Friends. But there was something off about the reunion special…

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Hair by Kyye/H-M Division. Makeup by Isabella Schimid/Assembly Agency. Model: Suzi Leenaars/Priscillas.…

To celebrate its 100-year anniversary, Chanel N°5 is transforming the everyday with its new Factory 5 capsule collection of 17 products, each with the iconic N°5 at its heart. From a heavenly body oil and shower gel to N°5-scented bath tablets and a thrilling mystery box of four products to pamper from head to fingertips, this luxe collection will have fans of the cult-adored fragrance rushing to get a piece of the limited-edition action.…

THE GOAL TIGHTEN AND TONE WHAT IT IS: Thermage FLX RF Tightening. WHAT HAPPENS: Thermage FLX is a skin-tightening treatment that works on issues such as dimpling, wrinkling and sagging. Designed to lift and firm, a single treatment is all that’s necessary, and results are said to last for one to two years. Delivering patented radiofrequency energy deep into the skin, the high-tech treatment stimulates collagen production from within. BEST FOR: Often used on the face (crow’s-feet and jawline), it’s also a great treatment for such body parts as the stomach, knees, bottom and arms. MARIE CLAIRE VERDICT: I went in to tighten up post-pregnancy stomach laxity. The treatment is less painful nowadays – it’s been updated for optimised energy delivery, with a larger tool head (so your treatment is…

THE TWO-IN-ONE This true multitasker features fluffy yet densely packed bristles to diffuse liquid, gel and powder makeup into skin, while the silicone tip mimics fingertips to seamlessly melt in creams. THE GENTLE TOUCH Adorned with a hand-spun, Kabuki theater-inspired handle, this ultra-soft brush kisses cheekbones with a soft wash of powder colour and radiance. THE ANGLED BRUSH Crafted in Italy, the dual fibres sweep on a sheer application of liquid and cream blush, bronzer and illuminator, creating a no-makeup makeup effect. THE BUFFER An alternative to foundation brushes, this compact tool swirls liquid and powder foundation into skin for effortless, airbrushed coverage. THE CORRECTOR Dip the pointed tip into concealer to strategically blur imperfections while keeping skin looking fresh and lightly touched overall. THE LIGHT SHIFTER For luminous and…

STICKY DATE PUDDINGS SERVES 6 butter, for greasing180ml strained orange juicefinely chopped zest of 1 orange180g pitted dates, chopped1 tsp pure vanilla essence¾ tsp bicarbonate of soda90g butter, softened100g caster sugar50g brown sugar2 eggs, lightly beaten180g self-raising flour, sifted1 tsp ground cinnamonwalnuts or pecans, to garnish CARAMEL SAUCE 150g brown sugar120ml regular pouring cream140g butter1 tsp pure vanilla essence 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease six 1-cup (250ml) metal moulds. Set aside. Bring orange juice to the boil in small saucepan. Add zest and dates, turn off heat, and stir in vanilla and bicarbonate of soda. Cool. 2 Beat together butter and sugars using an electric mixer or hand-held electric beaters until light and fluffy. With mixer going, drizzle in eggs a little at a time, beating well between each…

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From Marilyn Monroe’s glittering diamonds in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes to the delicate Halo tiara Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge wore on her wedding day, Cartier’s jawdropping jewels have been immortalised in history. But the Parisian house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, has quietly forged a niche for fine leather goods, too. Vanity cases and sweet minaudierés in the early days gave way to leather satchels, clutches and top-handle totes, and now, the newest bag on the block: the Double C de Cartier. Available in two sizes in either neutral black, cherry red, powder pink or fuchsia, the boxy design hints at the house’s heritage with a lacquered double-C clasp. “We handled the logo like a piece of jewellery … For the first time, its presence is both aesthetic and functional,…

“IT’S NEATER TO CALL A WOMAN CRAZY THAN TO THINK ABOUT WHY SHE WAS DRIVEN THERE” The crazy woman can come from anywhere, she can look like any of us, her hair can be long or short and her brows can be thick or thin, but you’ll know her by her eyes. In her eyes there will be a mad look, and there will be chaos ahead of her. We have been taught to fear that look in others, and in ourselves. We have been taught to shame it rather than to understand it. Labelling a woman crazy is the sanest thing one can do. It’s like a foul king preventing his subjects from learning to read. The first time a man called me crazy I was 12 years old.…

I’m standing next to a rack of Prada, wearing more than $10,000 worth of Tiffany & Co. jewellery, when I feel a panic attack coming on. In my visions of transforming my wardrobe, I didn’t factor in an emotional meltdown. But here we are. Fifteen years ago, a woman underwent a similar transformation, though I’m not sure hers involved as many tears. In The Devil Wears Prada, a film that defined an era of aspiration, small-town girl Andrea Sachs takes a job at Runway magazine, where she is introduced to the world of fashion by a begrudging editor’s assistant, Emily, then ushered in by a creative director named Nigel, who takes her under his wing and completely overhauls her look with “a little Crisco and some fishing wire”. It was…

In 2007, a young actor by the name of Keira Knightley was filming a sex scene in the period drama Atonement, opposite her co-star and friend James McAvoy. In what was considered an amusing anecdote at the time, Knightley, then 22, said the director began shouting instructions at her mid scene, including a direction to “wank him off!” While Knightley has previously laughed off the spontaneous set direction, 14 years and countless hit films later she has drawn a line in the sand, stating she is no longer interested in shooting sex scenes with a male director. “I feel very uncomfortable now trying to portray the male gaze,” she said earlier this year. “I don’t want it to be those horrible sex scenes where you’re all greased up and everybody…

The temptation to look back is delicious. To revel in what was, often while wearing rose-tinted glasses, as a way of escaping from current events is an almost-hedonistic instinct, but a universal one nonetheless. Things always seem sweeter in hindsight. At least, that’s certainly the message you’ll get as you scroll your Netflix queue, flick through the cinema guide or turn on the television. Because nostalgia reigns when it comes to the content we’re consuming in 2021. The Guardian has dubbed the trend “Now-stalgia”, writing that “all nostalgia is good nostalgia right now”, while Quartz declared the arrival of “The Nostalgia Economy”. In the past two years alone there have been reboots of everything from Baby-Sitters Club to Veronica Mars, as well as a Friends reunion that saw Justin Bieber…

FAKE ACCOUNTS by Lauren Oyler (HarperCollins, $35) Our unnamed narrator is pretty sure she wants to break up with her boyfriend, but can’t find a good reason. She goes through his phone hoping to find evidence of cheating, but discovers something arguably worse: he’s an online conspiracy theorist. Traversing the early days of the Trump presidency, this extremely online novel will have you desperate to log off. IN MY DEFENCE, I HAVE NO DEFENCE by Sinead Stubbins (Affirm Press, $29.99) Stubbins made a name for herself as one of the most talented comedy writers on the internet. In this collection of wildly charming essays, she reflects on everything from her anxious desire to constantly self-optimise to working in youth media. You’ll finish the last page wanting to be her friend.…

BRIGHT BAG Add a hint of hue via your top-handle tote or baguette – just stick to petite styles. CHUNKY LOAFERS Fresh off the runway, these stacked heels are polished and preppy but not too prim. PURPLE PLAID JACKET Shades of mauve and lilac put a cool-girl spin on this classic heritage print. EMBELLISHED SHOES White footwear returns for another season, souped up with gleaming hardware and bold buckles. PASTEL SUIT In 2021, power dressing is all about comfort – and pretty gelato palettes. CO-ORD SET Prep your wardrobe for brighter days with separates splashed in flirty florals and checks. STRIPED SHIRT Swap out Breton basics for these new-season button-ups, defined by vertical lines. CARDIGAN SET Call it the twinset 2.0: cute, cropped and cosy, but with a new sense…

graphic LINES Pair a graphic line along the upper lashes with wine-toned lips to create the ultimate power couple. Silverati A touch of metallic adds a clean and modern freshness. Try it on the inner corners of the eyes or slick it right across the lids for a flash of pretty reflection. Modern RED A standout red lip imparts an instant update. Team it with pared-back skin and keep lashes bare. Jewel TONES Swing a nostalgic ’60s vibe with an emerald green palette in a matte finish. Keep it wearable with a gentle colour wash applied with a soft and fluffy eye shadow brush, then pile on the mascara. Golden GLOW Ethereal sheens and golden flecks add subtle dimension and glow. A few drops of highlighter in your foundation adds…

Best for cellulite Sisley Paris Le Sculpteur, $290. This luxe new body product helps smooth out the look of cellulite-affected areas as it firms and tones. Best for smoothing Drunk Elephant Sugared Koffie Almond Milk Scrub, $43. Coffee seed, almond milk and raw sugar buffs and smooths limbs to silky perfection. Best for roughness Ultraceuticals Ultra Retexturising Body Complex, $92. This buffs away dead skin cells while imparting high doses of moisture. Best for brightening Sol de Janeiro Bom Dia Bright Body Cream, $68. The high doses of fruit AHAs and vitamin C in this cream help to exfoliate and even out skin tone. Best for arms U Beauty The Sculpt Arm Compound, $180. Designed especially for the arms, this lotion helps to sculpt and firm loose skin with fermented…

In Australia, anyone who has ever dusted off an old trinket to marvel at its patina has most likely heard of Lynda Gardener. Dedicated vintage lovers, however, bow down at her altar. On the street, her tumbling head of curls – often laden with flowers – and lacy dresses turn heads. To step inside her Fitzroy, Melbourne, warehouse is to be immersed in Gardener’s aesthetic tendencies. “The city feeds my soul,” she says, “but when I come home, it feels like I am entering a secret oasis, tucked away in the heart of all I love, surrounded by all that is important.” The interior stylist, hotelier and collector made her name in the noughties with her eclectic Melbourne emporium, Empire Vintage. She then expanded into boutique accommodation, putting her name…

CULT CLASSIC Embrace the enduring allure of Chanel tweed with a timeless yet headturning handbag. TO HAVE & TO HOLD Following a leather shortage after World War II, the house of Gucci started crafting bag handles from bamboo. The result? A collection of carry-alls so chic they’re still in hot demand today. SEEING DOUBLE Match your tote to your micro-purse à la this Christian Dior duo – it’s a surefire sartorial statement, but high on functionality, too. ARM CANDY With a dainty shoulder strap and rectangular body, this Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello beauty nods to noughties nostalgia. CHAIN REACTION Show your metal: shiny hardware and bold embellishment define this Louis Vuitton design.…

’70s-inspired shapes and a feeling of freedom underline the designs Since 1966, the Saint Laurent woman has worn the pants. That year, young French couturier Yves Saint Laurent debuted Le Smoking, a sleek and tailored tuxedo defined by strong shoulders and an air of androgyny. At the time, it was controversial for women to wear pants in public and the original couture collection garnered only one order, but soon the style set caught on and took to the daring silhouette with gusto. For Fall 2021, creative director Anthony Vaccarello explored the Saint Laurent archives to create a collection with a distinct 1960s and ’70s flavour. There are pants – lots of pants – in highwaisted, leg-lengthening cuts, velvety textures and earthy shades of olive and rust. Blazers are neat and…

When Bhawna Jat qualified for the Tokyo Olympics, she’d never even been selected for a senior national or international comp. The 25-year-old was India’s first female race walker to qualify, in spite of the fact that less than a decade ago she and her family struggled to get two meals a day. “We used to eat just one meal a day because the amount we produced on the farm was less. We all lived in a mud hut and I used to train in a small makeshift field,” she said. “I can’t find the right words to express how happy I was to qualify for Tokyo.”…

The tiny wheatbelt town of Dowerin is tucked up in the bottom corner of Western Australia, 160 kilometres north-east of Perth. There’s a pub on one end of the main street and a bakery at the other. The main attraction is Rusty the Tin Dog, a 2.7-metre-tall steel kelpie that stands guard at the town entrance. It’s thought that the community was named after Lake Dowerin from the Aboriginal word dower, meaning “place of the throwing sticks”. It’s here where AFL great and Noongar man Lance “Buddy” Franklin, 34, grew up on a farm on the outskirts of town, kicking a footy at the goalposts painted on his family’s tin shearing shed. And it’s here where Lance and Jesinta Franklin will take their children, Tullulah “Lulu”, 17 months, and Rocky,…

WELCOME TO THE OC, BITCHES! As one of the most successful teen dramas, The OC still holds a special place in the hearts of millennials who pined after Seth Cohen, bought tiny handbags and wore low-rise jeans. Hosted by stars of the show, Rachel Bilson (who played Summer Roberts) and Melinda Clarke (Julie Cooper), this is the ultimate behind-the-scenes look. As they rewatch the show, they share juicy goss from each episode and interview the cast and crew, starting with creator Josh Schwartz. SENTIMENTAL IN THE CITY If you can recite Sex and the City word-for-word, this one’s for you. In this eight-part mini series, journalists and best friends Caroline O’Donoghue and Dolly Alderton go through one season each episode, unpacking the themes, character arcs and lessons gleaned with insightful…

Model: Linnea Grondahl/Chic Management. Location: Marramarra Lodge, NSW, marramarralodge.com.…

SWEET THINGS Sorbet hues and poppy prints are realised in easy shapes and hardy fabrics for the girl on the go. Roller skates optional. TOP IT OFF Bucket hats, fedoras, caps and bows offer personality and practicality alike.…

GRAPHIC LINES JEWEL TONES GOLDEN GLOW SILVERATI MODERN RED ’ 90S TERRACOTTA…

ON THE GLOW One of the first to send tinted lip blams to cult-status, Dior celebrates its iconic swipe-and-go Lip Glow with the addition of cherry oil for hydrating shine and richer custom colour, and a logo-embellished sheer pink case. TIMELY DUO Make the most of your two minutes with Oral-B’s sensor-driven, micro-vibration toothbrush for a pro teeth and gum clean at home. Follow with this ultra-cool peppermint-oil mouthwash. CANDLELIT SKIN To herald spring/summer 22, opt for soft warmth and diffused radiance. Layer Givenchy’s skincare-dosed foundation and dust on Napoleon Perdis’ natural matte powder for a fresh and flattering glow. LONDON CALLING Bottling an afternoon in London’s hidden gardens, Burberry’s EDP brings exotic escapism via peony, rose and musk with lemon and ginger. ADD TO REPERTOIRE A soothing tiger grass…

BEAUTY TO ME MEANS wholeheartedly loving my physical body no matter what the mirror reflection shows. MY BEAUTY ICON IS Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, always. DURING THE DAY, MY SKINCARE ROUTINE IS L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Filler full of hyaluronic acid. It’s great for hydration and to plump my skin. Then I apply La Roche-Posay 50+ Tinted Fluid for under my foundation. MY TOP BEAUTY TIP is to wear 50+ sunscreen on your face, neck and back of hands – rain, hail or shine. I LOVE TREATING MYSELF TO LED red-light therapy. It works on collagen production and hydration. I find it gives me the ultimate glow, particularly right before red-carpet events. WHEN I’M NOT ON SET, MY EVERYDAY MAKEUP LOOK is a light dewy layer of L’Oréal Paris True Match, a thick…

IN THE GROOVE Fluted is the new streamlined. To prove it, interior stylist Fiona Gould has launched the Ida side table, $950, and coffee table, $2400, as part of her new small furniture and homewares brand, Chelon. The marble tables are subtle and timeless – and ribbed for the design-lover’s pleasure. Visit chelon.com.au. IN THE BLACK With its contemporary, clean design and matte-black finish, Sunbeam’s Black Classics collection (from $89.95) will feel at home in every kitchen. Using innovative technology across toasters, coffee machines and other benchtop staples, the range reimagines the morning grind. 24 HOURS IN FORTITUDE VALLEY Fortitude Valley is upping its claim as Brisbane’s buzziest precinct. In a city defined by glitz, the Valley is the gritty underbelly, in an artsy, up-all-night way. At the centre is…

“I ADMIRE VIRGINIA WOOLF AS SOMEONE WHO WENT AGAINST THE GRAIN” SAMANTHA MORTON Samantha Morton was the actress I watched when I was in my late teens and early twenties. I remember when I first saw her work, I thought: “That is what I want to do.” I thought Morvern Callar [2003] was the coolest film in the world. It was watching those kinds of films and performances – ones that epitomise British independence – that made me want to become an actress. Samantha had gone to a youth drama group called the Central Junior Television Workshop in Nottingham and I had gone to the same group in Birmingham. It gave me this hope that you could make that leap from doing youth drama to cinema. While I never met…