Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2023 i Marie Claire Australia

Hectic is the only way to describe life on marie claire this past month. We’ve practically zigzagged the globe to bring you this epic issue filled with fashion, features and fabulous photography. First stop: New York, where our fashion team spent the day with this month’s cover star Lara Worthington, who lives there with her actor husband, Sam, and the couple’s three sons. Lara, who was jetting off to Milan Fashion Week the next day, has gradually become a style muse for multiple design houses. Case in point: our cover dress – a hooped Dior lace creation – was specially couriered in a human-sized cardboard box, closely followed by bodyguards carrying Tiffany & Co. jewels. That’s what I call pulling power. Turn to page 66 to see photographer Holly Ward’s…

THE LOOK GILDED GLAM Follow Dior’s lead and embrace dramatic silhouettes and shapes with an emphasis on the hips. THE LOOK SEA SPELLS Marine is the new theme: think sea shells, pearls, aqua hues and sheer and crochet separates. THE LOOK PILLOW TALK Go from the bedroom to the bar with wearable lingerie-inspired sets, elevated by plush accessories. THE LOOK FRINGE BENEFITS Fanciful feathers, textures, fringing and tassels will add a playful dimension to your look.…

AUSTRALIA Wonder WOMEN Put your hands together for the trailblazers, activists, agitators and glass-ceiling smashers, both in front of and behind the lens. From Marilyn Monroe to Mae West, Tilda Swinton to Zendaya, ACMI (formerly the Australian Centre for the Moving Image) is celebrating 120 years of women who shaped their own roles and fought tirelessly against a system that tried to exploit them. The exhibition, Goddess: Power, Glamour, Rebellion, also features iconic outfits worn by actors including Marlene Dietrich, Margot Robbie and Geena Davis. Showing in Melbourne from April 5 to October 1. LEBANON FEMALE GAZE What do you want to show or hide? Where and how do you want to be photographed? Do you want to be present in it or not? Beirut photographer Myriam Boulos asks her…

“For never was a story of more woe than this of Juliet and her Romeo.” This rendition of Shakespeare’s tragedy, however, is less about woe and more about wow-factor ballads. David West Read, the Emmy-winning writer and producer of Schitt’s Creek, mixes glittering pop anthems with a timeless tale of self-discovery and second chances, inviting a new generation of audiences into the world of theatre. “JUKEBOX MUSICALS ARE SO IMPORTANT. THEY BRING PEOPLE INTO THIS WORLD” “There’s this term that is used often, which refers to jukebox musicals as gateway musicals for audiences,” says Lorinda May Merrypor, who plays Juliette. “Gateway musicals are so important. They bring people who wouldn’t see a show otherwise into this world.” The show features a dazzling melody of hits remastered by Grammy award-winning songwriter/producer…

Your EP Threads is out now. As a poet turned songwriter, what themes have you explored through your music? This EP is specifically about moving from the suburbs to a big city but it’s also very much about love and loss. I’m 24 now and I like to think of myself as a four-year-old adult. I give myself a bit of grace for my naivety as an adult and this EP is all about owning those years. It does scare me a bit! How do you feel about social media? It’s strange because I really love TikTok. I think it’s a great tool. You come across things that are so niche and interesting but I also don’t want to spend my twenties glued to a screen. It’s important to me to…

Bikercore is this season’s hottest trend. Here’s how to join the pack Upgrade your after-five look by embracing leather in non-traditional forms – think dresses and long-line skirts. Elevate your leather look with statement silver accents, from chunky earrings to metal-buckled belts. Your fly is showing: visible zippers add a sartorial edge to classic leather staples.…

Not so long ago, anti-ageing was very much part of the vernacular. Ageing was feared and youth was the goal. We chased a younger version of ourselves with major facelifts and arguably far too much botulinum toxin and filler. But instead of getting our fresh, 20-year-old face back, what stared back in the mirror was an overtightened, over-filled face that only barely resembled its owner. Lately, though, there has been a shift. Women are still seeking out surgeons and cosmetic physicians, but rather than major facelifts often they are opting for non-or minimally invasive treatments to refresh rather than alter how they look. Why the paradigm change? Experts theorise that some women could be looking to their mothers or grandmothers, whose quest for youth has resulted in less-thannatural results. Or…

No longer is our body playing second fiddle to our face in skincare. Products designed for limbs, stomach and bottom are now so souped-up with actives, they make applying bodycare a legitimate step in our skincare routine. “Often as women we’re so committed to taking care of the skin on our faces, we don’t pay attention to the rest of our body,” says Charlene Ward, product development manager at endota. Helen Robb-Lacey, endota skin expert, agrees, adding that neglecting the skin on our body can lead to much the same issues as not nourishing our face. “As we age, everyone will experience wrinkling on both their face and body,” she says. “Wrinkles can be caused by slow skin cell production, thinning skin layers and reduced collagen levels.” To help get…

IN THE PINK Both flattering and near foolproof, shades of pink are set to be big news this year. Take this eyeshadow and blush palette from Chanel. Generous in its proportions and balanced with a gentle bronze, it may well be all the colour your makeup bag needs. BRIGHTEN UP After a summer of sun, pigmentation can annoyingly come to the surface. Tackle it with this supplement by Vida Glow. Dosed with SkinAx2, vitamin C and zinc, a daily capsule will boost luminosity by helping to reduce the look of dark spots, circles and acne scarring. POWER PLAY With a built-in primer (genius) to help extend the wear up to eight hours, Revlon’s new range of featherlight lipsticks offers 12 attention-grabbing, no-fade shades, lasting hydration (thanks to vitamin E) and…

COVER STAR STYLE Known for her minimal aesthetic and natural glow, Lara looked the quintessential Australian beauty at our shoot. Snapped by Holly Ward exclusively for marie claire Australia on Long Island, New York, the model stunned in a white Dior dress, topped off with Tiffany & Co.’s striking Lock jewellery (she is a friend of the house). Lara’s trademark bob was left naturally healthy, thanks in part to her recent ambassadorship with Kérastase. “I’m really particular about hair [but] when Kérastase came to me it just felt right,” she says. She also recently signed on as ambassador of sustainable skincare brand Emma Lewisham (hence the dewy complexion): “We both have a strong passion for the environment and giving back.”…

After an absence of nearly five decades, the iconic symbol’s comeback has been embraced by the style set Few fashion origin stories are as fabulously French as Celine’s Triomphe. When Céline Vipiana’s car broke down in front of Paris’ Arc de Triomphe in 1972, the founder and then-creative director had an epiphany and, no, it wasn’t a solution for her stalled vehicle. As she waited for mechanical assistance, Vipiana couldn’t help but notice the intriguing design of the chains protecting the iconic monument: two Cs back to back, perfectly linked. Immediately she sought permission from Paris’ city council to adapt this little piece of the city as her label’s emblem. It was soon emblazoned on Celine’s jewellery and prints. After nearly five decades, the iconic symbol made a celebrated comeback.…

Why am I like this? It’s something I’ve found myself wondering each time my painful and uncomfortable personality flaws disrupt my happiness, my sense of security, my wellbeing … and most parts of my life. More often than not, I feel broken. There are days those fractures in my psyche feel beyond repair. A chance conversation a few years back made me realise that much of those chips and cracks are the result of something that began when I was five. In seeking to understand why I am the way I am, I confronted my dark past. I spoke about it for the first time. I sought help. I opened up to my husband. I told my mother. I let friends in. I went looking for the insights of men…

“Sam and I try to keep our lives as normal as we can” “My mum instilled in me that it’s important to maintain a little bit of mystery” In the opulent lobby of an exclusive New York hotel, an esteemed import has gone missing. After thumbing anxiously through guest records, concerned staff discover the “traveller” taking refuge inside a private waiting room. The VIP guest in question was not marie claire’s celebrated cover star Lara Worthington, but rather the dazzling Dior dress for her cover shoot. Such is the pulling power of Australia’s fashion darling, she can summon a designer dress to New York from Paris via Sydney. With the crisis of the missing gown averted, the cover shoot on Long Island goes ahead and Lara shimmies in and out…

“I CATCH UP WITH FORMER COLLEAGUES AND I STILL FEEL AN ELEMENT OF MISSING MY OLD JOB” SHELLEY GINZBURG From publicist to Pilates instructor There was a time when I tied so much of my identity to having a career in the music industry. I’d been with the same company for eight years and loved it. I was turned down for the job three times before they took me onboard. That was a really big moment for me. During my time there, I was lucky enough to live all over the country, work with awesome talent and have some incredible once-in-a-lifetime experiences. It really was a dream job but at the end of last year I decided to give it all up. At the time, I had a lot going…

HAIRSPRAY SYDNEY LYRIC THEATRE Welcome to the ’60s! The eight-time Tony Award-winning musical invites you to let your hair down (or do it up) for a night of iconic hits and fabulous fits. On now until April 2. TINA TURNER THE MUSICAL THEATRE ROYAL SYDNEY Experience rock star Tina Turner’s triumphant story of passion and resilience live on stage. From May 4 to October 1. TICK, TICK… BOOM! SYDNEY LYRIC THEATRE Fans of the beloved 2021 Netflix movie starring Andrew Garfield should add this theatre rendition to their calendar. From April 20-26. BEAUTY & THE BEAST CAPITOL THEATRE SYDNEY A theatrical take on a classic, this production is sure to delight adults and children alike. From June 14. & JULIET REGENT THEATRE MELBOURNE A musical mashup of a Shakespearean love…

You are fantastic as rock star Billy Dunne in Daisy Jones & The Six. How did the role come to you? I actually met with [production studio] Hello Sunshine for – and I hope they don’t mind me saying this – but I met with them for a role in the second season of The Morning Show. When I asked my agent about the feedback that came from that meeting I was told they had sent me another script, which was Daisy Jones. I have to admit, I was really disheartened. I’d had my heart set on The Morning Show, but then I read the first episode of Daisy and immediately got lost in the world of Billy Dunne and the ’70s. And I was so enamoured by all the…

EDITOR NICKY BRIGER “This season, I’m committed to building out a capsule wardrobe. You can’t go wrong with clean lines and monochrome staples paired with elegant accessories with hints of gold. The two-tone Chanel flats will take me from desk to drinks.” FASHION DIRECTOR NAOMI SMITH “I’m all for everyday chic. When putting together a look, opt for quality pieces that last a lifetime. Think items you can wear every day and into the night. A touch of gold jewellery instantly elevates a look, from bangles to stackable bracelets.” JUNIOR FASHION EDITOR JORDAN BOORMAN “As seen at Wales Bonner’s autumn 2023 show, ’90s trends are still going strong – and I’m loving it! Think striking red-hued accents, a dash of bikercore leather paired with chain-like silver jewellery and sporty sunglasses.”…

In the world of fragrance there’s a renewed optimism in the air. “[This year] marks a change in direction,” says Rohan Widdison, CEO of cosmetic manufacturing firm New Laboratories, which works with many well-known beauty brands. “People are looking for a fresh start. We know that scent has the power to uplift our moods and create a positive frame of mind, so the summer and spring fresh theme is a big vibe shift.” Clayton Ilolahia, who works at the Fragrances of the World database says, “Scent is closely connected to memory, so fragrances can remind us of special moments, holidays and locations.” Here, we look at 2023’s big trends and the fragrances to put on high rotation. SULTRY AMBER Warm and inviting, amber scents are fit for any occasion where…

THERE WAS A MESSAGE AND A REASON around my new scent, Power. It’s about having fluidity in the moment, moving forward, climbing and having resilience. The mood now is that people want a lot of colour, they want to feel fresh (at least that’s what I want) and this fragrance is about harnessing the strength and selfconfidence to be who you want to be. I WANTED THIS FRAGRANCE to feel like you are wearing it – it’s not wearing you. I love that it has notes like the dreamwood and cedarwood. And the milky musk [is so good], while the vanilla bourbon has a bit of a richness to it, which is nice. The idea is that Power is not intrusive so you can be the star. I FEEL MY…

Nina Maya loves a neutral – in her wardrobe, on her skin and in her weekender on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Granted, all of the celebrated interior designer’s projects are havens of non-colour, but this beach house takes her signature palette to the resort, via the pool, fire pit and outdoor bathroom. “We live a very busy life in … our city home, so we wanted this one to make us feel like we were on holiday,” she explains. (The city home Maya refers to is an equally stylish, swoon-worthy haven in Sydney’s Paddington.) It’s at this point in the interview when the niggles of envy could really start to take over. It would be easy to resent Maya if she wasn’t so lovely and if the atmosphere she has created…

TASTE OF MADRID Bar Lucia serves up delicious, authentic tapas-style plates by head chef Alberto Palacios. Order the roast sea scallops with saffron butter and explore the extensive wine selection by female winemakers. Visit barlucia.com.au to book. SLOW BURN Ignite those sweet memories of summer with Ecoya x Peppa Hart’s tropical collaboration. The collection features three fragrances that perfectly capture the warmer holiday season: Mandarin Gin, Sunkissed Lily and Summer Violets. Candles, $44.95 each, ecoya.com.au GIRL’S BEST FRIEND We all love our furry friends, and now you can get peace of mind with pet insurance designed to meet your needs and those of your pet. stellainsurance.com.au CHECKING IN KIMPTON MARGOT SYDNEY In the heart of the city, an art deco oasis awaits, offering a relaxing respite from the hustle and…

ROSANA MARTINEZ My mum [has made me] everything that I am. She’s the most spectacular human being on this planet and the best mum. I’m the oldest of four sisters and Mum always taught us that the only limits are those that we impose upon ourselves. Mum had a very ambitious and competitive spirit. I think I inherited that from her. I remember going to work with my mum when I was younger. She worked at my great-grandfather’s factory, where they made notebooks and paper. It smelt incredible. I felt like I was living in Willy Wonka’s world. Mum would sit me down by her desk and assign me tasks to do and that would entertain me for hours. I have so many incredible memories of going to work with…

THE SHOES Hold court in Dior’s Aime shoes, a baroque-inspired reimagining of the classic Mary Jane. THE IT-BAGS Opt for a little ladylike chic with the handbags of the season. Then add some cool-girl vibes with the stomp-worthy Louis Vuitton platform ankle boots. THE COLOUR PALETTE Dress for the season with final-touch accessories in autumnal hues, from a wine-splashed Celine baseball cap to a sand-toned Fendi platform wedge.…

CHRISTIAN DIOR’S SIGNATURE QUILTING IS REMIXED INTO AN EMBLEMATIC MAXICANNAGEI In autumn 1995, Princess Diana stepped out at the opening of the retrospective of artist Paul Cézanne in Paris with an unreleased, captivating black handbag in tow. Little did she know, a pivotal moment in fashion history was occurring. Initially called Chouchou (French for “favourite”), the handbag was a gift to the Princess of Wales from the first lady of France. It soon became one of Diana’s most-loved pieces – she reportedly owned more than 20, including a blue one to match her eyes. Almost 28 years after its original release on Diana’s arm, Christian Dior’s creative director, Maria Grazia Chiuri, has put her signature touch on the maison’s iconic accessory with the birth of the Lady 95.22 handbag. The…

WorldPride March More than 50,000 people either woke up early or came straight from a night of partying to march together on the final day of WorldPride on Sunday, March 5. Joining the crowds was Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong, both of whom were frequently stopped for selfies. Albanese said, “It was incredible to walk across the Sydney Harbour Bridge, supporting human rights campaigners from across the world. No matter who you are, who you love or where you live – you should be valued, equal and celebrated.” Kim Petras Ending the festivities on a high at the Rainbow Republic closing concert, Grammy-winning artist Kim Petras treated the crowd to an erotic medley of electronic dance hits. “The queer community have kept my career alive. I…

When a film script lands in Peyton List’s lap, there’s an important scale she uses to determine whether or not the show is the right fit: a cringe barometer. “It’s rare that I read a script and I don’t cringe,” says the 25-year-old of what drew her to Paramount+’s new murder thriller, School Spirits. “The writers really understood the age group and captured the awkwardness and the otherness of high school.” Authentic storytelling is important to Peyton who, since departing from the hit Disney show Jessie, has been finding her voice on and off screen. “The impostor syndrome I felt [after leaving Disney] was pretty strong,” she recalls. “I was at an age where people are trying to tell you who you are, which is really confusing.” Fortunately, landing a…

THE BOOK THAT CHANGED YOUR LIFE NINETEEN EIGHTY-FOUR– GEORGE ORWELL “I got to interview George Orwell [who also wrote the novella Animal Farm] in one of my short stories for Old Babes in the Wood. I made it so that he’s allowed to smoke in the afterworld.” FAVOURITE VILLAIN IN A NOVEL TREASURE ISLAND– ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON “Long John Silver. He is very badly behaved, but at least he is charming. His author does let him off and doesn’t kill him at the end. Maybe he couldn’t bear to.” BOOK YOU WISH YOU COULD READ FOR THE FIRST TIME WUTHERING HEIGHTS– EMILY BRONTË “It’s very cleverly put together. Though I’m sure Heathcliff deluded a lot of young people into thinking they want a bruting romantic. I don’t recommend it.” What…

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CANDY CRUSH Inspired by Hermès’ long history with the classic stripe (from the Rocabar blanket in 1903 to jockey silks in the 1920s and many lifestyle pieces since) this new collection of the brand’s lipsticks is happy and bright. The colours are also translucent and sparkling and come in three sun-kissed shades that’ll work all year round.…

With life back in full swing and our diaries bursting, it’s little wonder we are once again slicing into our sleep schedule to cram in a bit more. The juggle is real but the downside of regularly cutting back on the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep each night is not only the risk of falling asleep at your desk at 3pm. Turns out that having good sleep hygiene and keeping a regular bedtime delivers a better complexion in both the short and long term. We spoke to the experts to learn what we can do to get the most out of our pillow time. THE NIGHT SHIFT Habitually hitting “next episode” on Emily in Paris into the wee hours? It might pay skin dividends to stick to a…

TUTTI FRUTTI As the warm weather begins to fade, I’m embracing a last-ditch attempt to keep summer going with some fruity shades of nail polish. I don’t know about you but bright watermelon – like this one from Chanel’s new spring/summer 2023 collection – and pretty mauves (I love Mavala’s reformulated version, which boasts a gentle organic silicon) are giving my world a little lift right now. PENPAL I am partial to a natural skin finish, so it’s great news that digital filter perfection is on the wane. That’s not to say I don’t want even, clear, healthy and radiant skin though – duh. To get the happy medium, I am enlisting this new concealer from Sisley. Slimline (so I can take it anywhere) and double ended for seamless and…

CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH TAHINI, MAPLE, CHILLI, ZA’ATAR AND MINT SERVES 4 60ml olive oil500g small brussels sprouts, cut in half Sea salt flakes1 cup (375g) crispy roast chickpeas, (see below)½ long red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped2 tbsp maple syrup1 lemon, juiced1 cup (280g) garlicky whipped tahini, (see below) Handful mint leaves2 tbsp za’atar CRISPY ROAST CHICKPEAS Rinse and drain a 400g can of chickpeas and thoroughly dry them, uncovered, on paper towels in the fridge overnight. Heat oven to 210°C. Toss dried chickpeas with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half a teaspoon each of ground cumin and sweet smoked paprika, some salt flakes and pepper. Scatter on a lined baking tray and roast for 25–30 minutes, until crisp. Set aside to cool. GARLICKY WHIPPED TAHINI In a bowl, combine…

There was not one single moment in her entire life when Lisa Marie Presley was not globally famous. Born on February 1, 1968 – nine months to the day after her father, Elvis, married her mother, Priscilla – she not only inherited his fame and fortune but also those lips that helped make him possibly the most successful singer of all time. When her father died in 1977, the world became even more fascinated with Lisa Marie. Would she carry on his legacy? Did she also inherit the voice? She was nine years old. Elvis lived a fantasy life fuelled by enormous wealth. After he and Priscilla divorced, he spoilt their daughter rotten with kid-sized fur coats, a pony, theme parks shut down to everyone but her, and even a…