Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2023 i Marie Claire Australia

As the Florentine house ushers in a new era, its creative director Maximilian Davis has breathed new life into Ferragamo’s Gancini motif. Presented on the runway for Davis’ debut spring/summer 2023 collection, the eye-catching Elina sandal made an instant impact thanks to its gravity-defying heel and sculptural, avant-garde design. But don’t be mistaken, comfort was still a key consideration – with a padded square toe and an elasticated front strap ensuring a perfect fit – true to founder Salvatore Ferragamo’s original vision.…

Stress and sex don’t mix. When life’s good we have much more room to be explorative and accepting of our central selves and of our bodies. There’s also much more room for us to make sex and sexuality a priority in our lives. Since Covid I’ve seen a huge spike in people coming to sex therapy, but also people dropping out because they can’t afford it. We are going through this serious swinging motion where we all need help but don’t all have the luxury of time, money and space in our lives to be able to undertake those self-care practices. It’s important to distinguish between sexual disinterest and experiencing a lack of pleasure from sex. They are completely different concerns. Lack of pleasure is a difficulty experiencing pleasure or…

“I had a clear path ahead of me but I feel lost now”– Sumaya, 22, with Bahara, 25, former students at the National Military Academy of Afghanistan “I would like to study. I just can’t stay in my house all day bored and lonely”– Sarina, 18, was not allowed to complete her final year of high school When the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan in August 2021, it was women who had most to fear. Many went into hiding, fearing retribution. Others began protesting on the street. Some celebrated the fact they could leave their homes for the first time in 40 years, free from fear of stray bullets or airstrikes raining down. While the end of fighting offered a welcome respite, particularly for women in rural areas, others’…

THE BOOK I WISH I COULD READ AGAIN FOR THE FIRST TIME THE CHRONICLES OF PRYDAIN – LLOYD ALEXANDER “I read the series as a kid. It left such a deep mark on my soul that I wound up naming my son after its main character, Taran.” FAVOURITE CLASSIC PRIDE AND PREJUDICE – JANE AUSTEN “It’s my go-to comfort book. I re-read it at least once a year, and discover new layers of meaning and wit every single time.” FAVOURITE BOOK TO FILM/TV ADAPTATION THE LORD OF THE RINGS – J.R.R. TOLKIEN “I’m still in awe of how Peter Jackson managed to tackle the vastness of Tolkien’s world and plots, all while creating such a faithful, beautiful adaptation.” Of all your characters, who do you resonate with the most? Aelin…

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Avoid standard spring floral looks by adding understated pops of colour to your staple winter hues. Work your wardrobe harder by mixing two of the season’s biggest trends: florals and knits.…

As we descend further into those frosty winter temperatures, the inclination to cocoon inside or jet off to warmer climates is strong. And that’s where the power of fragrance comes into play. With the ability to boost mood (some studies suggest scents trigger up to 75 per cent of daily emotions) and metaphorically transport you across the world, the fragrance category has become a staple for winter self-care. But with that arises the difficult task of selecting a signature scent. An easy solution? Find multiple. As seamless as the transition between miniskirts and midis, so-called “fragrance wardrobing” sees a rotation of perfumes to take you through different occasions and seasons. When choosing a scent to combat the winter blues, it’s important to consider how the weather can affect body chemistry…

LIFT AND SEPARATE With its weightless vegan formulation, this new mascara gives lashes lift and volume, making it great for that wide-open cat’s-eye look for which celebrity Kylie Jenner is so well-known. GLASSY LIPS Want plump, shiny lips without the tackiness? Found. This super-hydrating gloss balm is packed with hyaluronic acid and vitamin C-rich Kakadu plum to give lips long-lasting moisture and impressive shine. GLOW GET LIT Gucci’s universally flattering illuminator can be added to foundation or bare skin for natural-looking luminosity (thanks to ultra-fine pearls). Use on cheekbones, the tip of the nose, brow bones and the Cupid’s bow. CHANEL NAIL POLISHES Fans of Chanel’s nail colours (hello, us) will be high-fiving with perfectly manicured hands thanks to the house’s reformulation of 24 shades. The collection includes 17 rich…

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I was the first to soften the image of men, and harden the image of women,” Giorgio Armani once famously stated and, to this day, has remained true to his word. In an era where women were seeking a wardrobe that reflected the career ambitions they had yet to attain, the Italian designer and his iconic power suits were on the frontlines, fuelling the vision. After almost 50 years of the label, Giorgio Armani has maintained that strength within his collections. But – as his autumn/winter 2023/24 collection proved – changing times have seen him focus on a softer notion of power and what women do to cultivate it. The collection, entitled Cipria (Italian for face powder), was a sensory experience evoking the sacred self-care rituals of women. Inside Armani’s…

KATE WINSLET “I always come up with a storyline in my head about what the subject’s motivation is – even if I never share this with the subject,” says Lubomirski. “However, this time I decided to tell Kate about my storyline. As I stood behind the camera, she magically used every angle of her body to express an emotion. The turn of her ankle, the tilt of her chin into her neck as she looked over her shoulder. With the slightest of movements she used her body to tell the exact story I had explained to her minutes before, and I found myself watching in awe. My assistant at the time had to nudge me because I was not pressing the shutter, so enthralled was I by this performance in…

CORTNEE VINE CURRENT MATILDA “Even if you’re not in the sporting world, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of the Matildas. It’s incredible to see how these women have transformed an average national team into the most loved sporting team in Australia. I’m so grateful that I get to experience what it’s like to be a professional athlete because of them. The Matildas would not be where they are today without the groundwork laid by past players. They had a lot of strikes, a lot of meetings with Professional Footballers Australia and they really fought for what it is now. I’d like to be able to make an impact like that. “I want women to know that there’s a career in football for them. That’s still not happening in Australia…

In the past five years, calls to the national helpline for people with eating disorders and body image issues have increased by an alarming 263 per cent. The surge was largely due to nationwide Covid lockdowns, with research revealing that body image concerns, depression, anxiety and eating disorder symptoms increased by more than 50 per cent during the pandemic. “Anorexia is about control,” says Sylvia Roberts, a primary therapist at South Pacific Private. “When Covid happened, our lives and routines were disrupted, which created enormous stress on people experiencing or relapsing with eating disorders, and those at risk of developing them. When we feel powerless over external factors in our lives, food can often become a source of control.” Combined with heightened anxiety over economic uncertainty and a lack of…

If you want to know what’s on Lucy Boynton’s mind, you need only look as far as her bedside table. It’s here you’ll find a stack of eclectic tomes, from dense science textbooks to lyrical, gothic novels. The tale that’s currently captivating the celebrated star’s attention is one that has largely been lost to history. In 1802, when Napoleon Bonaparte reinstated slavery in France, the music and legacy of talented violinist Joseph Bologne (often referred to as the “Black Mozart”) was destroyed. The historical film Chevalier, in which Boynton plays a young Marie Antoinette, hopes to immortalise Bologne’s story. “Films like this highlight how inaccurate our history books are,” says Boynton. “Half of society has been so whitewashed and male-centric that we’ve missed out on many greats. We need to…

Miss Saigon SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE The tragic tale of a doomed romance returns to Australia from August 17 in Cameron Mackintosh’s award-winning production. Secure your seats at opera.org.au. The Summer I Turned Pretty PRIME VIDEO The second instalment of the hotly anticipated coming-of-age trilogy returns to our screens this month. Watch this steamy summer romance unravel now. Oppenheimer CINEMAS NATIONWIDE With a star-studded cast including Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Florence Pugh and Matt Damon, this explosive biographical thriller is the film to watch this winter. In cinemas now.…

Hair by Koh/Vivien’s Creative. Makeup by Teneille Sorgiovanni/After Winter Agency. Model: Maria Baza/Merci Management. Production: Emily Gittany.…

the CLEAN CANVAS Keep the fuss to a minimum in sleek, crisp neutrals. White accessories and gold hardware complete the vision. the PUFFER MOMENT Pair our favourite outerwear piece of the season with straight-leg denim and mary-janes for a more polished look. the LEATHER JACKET Add ladylike flair to your leather fit by teaming midi skirts with soft knits in a monochrome palette. the UNLIKELY DUO From the office to the bar, dress to impress with a waistcoat under a shearling jacket, and plenty of gold accents.…

PRETTY IN PINK Flawlessly pretty blush calls for plenty of blending. Use a soft blush brush to add a sweeping wide shape that works towards the hairline. “Blend it over the eyelids and forgo mascara to keep the look soft and sweet,” says makeup artist Linda Jefferyes, who used a pink-tinged lip oil to finish the look. READY FOR IMPACT Add punchy warmth to your blush with a contrasting shade around mascara-coated eyelashes. Blend colour meticulously for a seamless transition, and then apply a natural-toned gloss or balm to keep it wearable. TAUPE TONES Utterly flattering, brown tones are your fallback blush look for any day of the week. “You can apply it just over your cheekbones or add a light sweep across your nose for a sun-kissed glow,” suggests…

WHAT IT IS Hismile PAP+ in-clinic treatment. WHAT IT DOES Known for its innovative teeth whitening products, Hismile also has an in-clinic treatment using its cult PAP+ whitening formula (also found in the brand’s whitening strips and kit). It nixes any issues associated with tooth and gum sensitivities and also avoids “zingers” (the short, sharp pains that can temporarily accompany some whitening treatments). All up, it’s a comfortable and effective way to remove stains and brighten your smile. WHAT WE THOUGHT I visited FY Smile clinic in Sydney’s Double Bay, which feels more sanctuary than clinic, so I was instantly much calmer than usual for a dental treatment. Once in the chair, the dentist applied the PAP+ formula to my teeth. It’s peroxide free, which I like, and doesn’t release…

DO THIS MORNING FRESH “I recommend cleansing your face in the morning to wash away bacteria that’s accumulated throughout the night. Cleansing is an important first step to remove dead skin cells and impurities that can leave skin vulnerable to dryness, breakouts and premature ageing.” AFTER DARK It makes sense that skin does different things at night, but what happens exactly? “While we sleep, our hormone levels change,” says Dr Barbara Sturm, whose fans include models Bella Hadid and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. “Skin regenerates and rejuvenates at night to produce more collagen and growth hormones and less skin-harming cortisol.” Like our body, our skin follows the circadian rhythm (our physical and mental response to light and dark) and moves from daytime protective mode to night-time repair mode. Sturm also notes that…

BARBIECORE Shout out to all the Barbie girls living in a Barbie world! Take a page out of the Chanel and Dior lookbooks and think pink when sprucing up your interiors. We’ve steered away from the terracotta and millennial-pink shades that have dominated recent trends, opting instead for playful bubblegum tones. Think fun, cherry-adorned artworks, eclectic rugs and velvet armchairs as you transform your home into your own personal Dream House. HIGH TIDE Whether you live three minutes or three hours from the beach, adding a splash of the ocean to your home will help transform it into an oasis. When creating a colour palette, think neutral, calming tones such as seafoam green and sandy beige, which featured heavily in Louis Vuitton’s dreamy Cruise collection. Next, layer aquatic elements, looking…

SICHUAN GREEN BEANS SERVES 2, AS A SIDE DISH 500g green beans60g pork mince2 tsp minced ginger2 tsp chopped garlic1 tsp Sichuan ground red pepper3 whole dried chillies2 tbsp light soy sauce1 tsp white sugar1 tsp black vinegar 1 Fry beans in a little vegetable oil for 35 to 40 seconds at 170°C until they take on a slightly rough texture. Set aside. 2 Pour a drizzle of oil into a hot frypan, then add pork. Fry until mince is nicely browned. Add ginger, garlic, pepper and chilli to pan, then green beans. 3 Stir-fry quickly, pour in soy sauce, sugar and black vinegar, stir again and serve immediately. FRIED PRAWN WONTONS MAKES 35 WONTONS 1kg green prawns500g fresh lotus roots100g chopped spring onion25g chopped gingerPinch white pepper¼ cup light…

After Olivia Newton-John died in August 2022, praise for the 73-year-old was universal and universally glowing. Throughout her 60 years in public life, encompassing everything from a mysteriously missing boyfriend to Stage 4 cancer, no-one ever had a bad word to say about ONJ. “Love and light” was not just what she’d write beside her signature, it was her life motto. She never veered from those wholesome, positive principles. No matter where you joined the ONJ journey – from Sandy in leather pants awkwardly attempting to smoke in Grease, to insisting on a tongue-in-cheek (and pro-gay) twist to the video for her most overtly sexual hit song “Physical” – Olivia was always herself. And her career became a blueprint for all Australian performers who followed. She was born in England…

Since 1951, Italian fashion brand Max Mara has stayed true to its DNA, designing silhouettes to make women feel incredible and never compromising on quality. For half of its reign, Ian Griffiths has been at the helm as creative director. Following Max Mara’s autumn/winter 2023 show, marie claire talked to Griffiths about the latest collection and what we can expect in the future. Do you have one piece from this new collection that’s your absolute favourite? They are all my babies, so it’s hard to choose a favourite but there’s always a clue in the sequence of the line-up. The opening look is nearly always built around the key piece in the collection. In this case it’s the bell-shaped Teddy coat with a soft hood. It’s dramatic and cosy at…

UK NEW GAZE “It wasn’t easy to let Africanness and Blackness enter [my] school,” French-Cameroonian photographer Charlotte Yonga tells ID Magazine of her days at fine art college in France. “I didn’t feel very comfortable and accepted at school, so I didn’t dare to be too expressive or ‘colourful’, especially when it came to African and Black culture.” No longer restricted by her art class, Yonga now explores her origins through her work. Earlier this year, she was selected as one of 26 female and non-binary photographers for The Makers’ Yard “MOON” exhibition in the UK’s Somerset, which will feature her photo series “Naam Na La” (Wolof for “I long for you”). The organisers say the show “celebrates the unique perspectives and cultural narratives from a diverse group of internationally…

Kate Seselja was 18 years old when she first played a poker machine. The receptionist was in an RSL club in Sydney with her boyfriend, and as he gambled on one of the many pokies there she played a neighbouring machine on a whim of “why not?” Depositing $20, she hit the button and watched as the symbols on the reels matched up. In a stroke of beginner’s luck she had won $100. “I was like, ‘Oh my gosh, that was so easy!’” she recalls. By the end of the night, Kate was up nearly $1000. “A woman came over with a clipboard and the cash and gave it to me,” she tells marie claire. “It was an overwhelming experience. She said, ‘Wow, you’re so good at this!’” For 12…

1978 Australia is one of 12 nations to compete in the Women’s World Invitational Tournament in Taipei, the launching pad for the first FIFA Women’s World Cup in 1991. 1995 The Matildas competed at their first FIFA Women’s World Cup, in Sweden. Prior to leaving, a viewers’ competition was held on SBS to give the team a nickname. Out of a shortlist of five names, including the Soccertoos, Lorikeets and Waratahs, Matildas was voted in, and it stuck. 2007 In their fourth FIFA Women’s World Cup, the Matildas made history twice: recording their inaugural tournament win (over Ghana, above) and then progressing to the knockout stage for the first time. The performance led to a boom in women and girls playing football and the establishment of the W-League competition. 2015 At the 2015 FIFA…

When David Guetta was invited to lunch by the greatest-selling female artist of all time, he accepted with excited anticipation. One of the biggest opportunities of his DJ and producing career had presented itself: Madonna wanted him to produce her next album. Lunch with the famously difficult-to-please musician was going well – that is, until Guetta revealed his star sign: Scorpio. At this, Madonna made a face. “I’m sorry,” she said. “We’re not going to be able to work together. It was a pleasure to meet you. Goodbye.” Apparently, Scorpios have dishonest tendencies. David Guetta couldn’t believe what he was hearing. Neither could I. Granted, Madonna’s interpretation of Kabbalah may put her somewhat in the woo-woo camp. But this is Madonna: a powerhouse who has made a career from being…

Asteroid City has an incredible cast, including Tom Hanks, Scarlett Johansson and Jason Schwartzman, who you worked with on the 2020 film Mainstream. Are you two friends? A little bit. My first experience with Jason is a story I love to tell. On Mainstream he came and knocked on the door of my dressing room. He said, “Do you ever cut glass? I’ve got a glass cutter, want to try?” And I was like, “Absolutely!” He and I both like to bring little props with us everywhere we go – little games to play or pens or a notebook – just in case nobody wants to talk to us. And so he brought a little glass cutter. And so I went into his dressing room and we cut glass. I…

You wanted your new album What Ifs & Maybes to be a form of escapism. Why was this important? This album is all about spontaneity. It’s about taking a risk and being able to feel comfortable in the uncomfortable. I don’t think it is a good thing when you’re feeling too comfortable. I want this album to lift people up and let them jump into the deepest waters. Which artists offer you that form of escapism? The War On Drugs is a band that really takes me to a different place. Elton John, Amy Winehouse, Prince and Eminem also all do that for me. Listening to their music makes me feel like jumping on a rocket and leaving this Earth. I just hope that I can do that for people…

Hair by Daren Borthwick/The Artist Group. Makeup by Gillian Campbell/The Artist Group. Models: Sadie/Kult; Liv/Kult; Willow/Priscillas; Shantae/IMG. Production: Emily Gittany.…

STYLE TIP From chunky hardware to Western style, mix and match your belts to add depth to any look. STYLE TIP A lesson on layering: mix metals and play with different sized links.…

Body love is the goal. As we count down the final weeks of winter, we look at the 10 most common beauty issues – from cellulite and crepiness to sagging skin, scaliness, bumps or a sluggish system – and find solutions to get you loving every bit of your bod. To smooth, tighten and tone, we’ve rounded up at-home treatments, the latest in-clinic tech and plenty of can-do products. These days you barely need to worry about blocking out your calendar, because most of these products and treatments come with zero downtime. So just pair them with a healthy diet and lifestyle, and body love will be yours. CONCERN #1 FUZZINESS While the choice to go with or without hair is entirely yours, if you want to be hair-free there…

I FEEL VERY PROUD OF Go-To’s new Very Luxe Face Cream. For people with skin issues such as barrier impairment, or [those seeking] firmness, suppleness and smoothness, we needed a cream with a bit more. I have been using it for 12 months and I now see genuine changes in my skin. I’m turning 43 soon and I can’t even say I’ve got dry skin [anymore]. MY BATHROOM CABINET IS all Go-To Skincare now. That’s what I’ve been working towards: feeling like I had the whole kit. I also have a lot of ugly lab samples in there. MAKEUP AND HAIR [PRODUCTS] ARE a whole other story. I love a tubular mascara, and Hourglass’ [version] is my absolute favourite. I love Chantecaille’s [Radiance] Gel Bronzer and the Nars Light Reflecting…

LOCK IT IN Vitamin C is a dermatologist favourite for brightening skin, and for this reason I use it daily. So when I heard about vitamin C for hair, I was interested to see what it could do for my strands. I turned to AG Care’s vitamin C-dosed hair mask for dry or damaged locks. The mask also contains plant-based squalane to help hydrate strands, enhance collagen and elasticity and prevent breakage. The result? My hair felt stronger and silkier and looked shinier. PEEL-Y GOOD An in-clinic peel gets skin looking brighter and more even fast. But now you can DIY thanks to Dermalogica’s new at-home version. With a combined maximum strength of 15 per cent AHA, BHA and PHA, alongside 10 per cent fruit enzyme and 5 per cent…

CREMA OF THE CROP Move over, George. Star of Heartbreak High Josh Heuston is the latest – and first local – friend of Nespresso. “I rely on it most when travelling for work,” he says, “because nothing compares to an Australian-style coffee, which I can easily make with Vertuo Pop.” nespresso.com RAISE YOUR GLASS On Wednesday, we drink wine. Wynns Coonawarra Estate has released its annual Wynnsday collection for 2023, headlined by a superb 66th vintage of one of Australia’s most collectable wines, Wynns Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon. Cheers! wynns.com.au BUON APPETITO Get your Italy fix this winter at Sydney institution Menzies Bar with the launch of a new lunch menu consisting of iconic pasta dishes. Each week until the end of August, culinary director Joel Bickford and his team…

SOUL SISTERS Anita, Frances and Lauren are the big loves of my life. I call them my soul sisters. There’s a lot of emphasis put on romantic love in our culture, but there’s something to be said about tried and tested friendships that witness the ups, the downs, the celebrations and the commiserations. I met my soul sisters in our first year of high school in Western Sydney. There was a natural gravitation towards each other. We all share a strong sense of self, we’re feminists and are willing to put our necks out for each other. That’s what has kept us together. We’ve known one another since we were 12, so we’ve witnessed each other in our most awkward phases. It was the early to mid-’90s, so we loved…