Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2023 i Marie Claire Australia

I have a confession: I didn’t think I could do this job. Not the job part – I love editing. I mean the doing part. The tricky part where so many women get stuck: trying to have a career while also having a family life. Ten years ago I left my last job in women’s media after I had two daughters back-to-back and I knew something had to give. The mental load slowly wore me down, as did the relentless mother’s guilt that leaves many women feeling as though they’re not doing anything particularly well. I couldn’t do it, so I quit. Instead, I went on to run my own business, a media platform called The Grace Tales. In-between raising my girls, it gave me passion and purpose. As my…

Humankind has always had an affinity with space. Since the dawn of time, the sun, stars, planets, eclipses and comets have left us mesmerised and yearning for more. And while stargazers can’t book a trip to their favourite heavenly body (just yet), they can fuse time and space. With the starstruck in mind, Swatch and Omega have joined forces to deliver a collection that honours each of the Swiss watchmakers’ defining elements. Now in orbit, MoonSwatch pays tribute to the solar system with a range of 11 chronographs: from Mercury and Earth to the moon and sun. All timepieces share the innovative Swatch Bioceramic case with the distinctive Omega Speedmaster subdials. For a smooth lift off, a circular pattern encapsulates the dial’s outer ring, while Super-LumiNova technology on the hour,…

The impact of truth-telling is not one that is lost on Maria Thattil. Standing on stage to deliver a TED Talk earlier this year in front of a crowd of nearly 2000 people, Thattil first comprehended the weight of her words. “I was telling these honest stories about how I would use skin-bleaching creams on my skin before makeup when I was a kid when it dawned on me that stories like mine are going to touch people’s lives for generations to come. That was the moment that I felt like I was meant to do this.” As a queer female child of immigrants, Thattil has run the gauntlet of racism, sexism, financial hardship, intergenerational trauma, homophobia and mental health struggles. And she’s come out the other side as a…

One of five children raised in housing commission by her single mother, Professor Megan Davis – whose mother is white and whose father is Indigenous – has grown up wanting to give a voice to the voiceless. It drove her to become an international human rights lawyer, to sit on the UN council, to help create 2017’s Uluru Statement From The Heart and to push to establish a First Nations Voice enshrined in the Constitution in this year’s referendum. Davis tells marie claire, “I am proud of the 6 million Australians who voted Yes. I am proud of the 6 million Australians who accepted the invitation of our old people to walk with us in a movement of the Australian people for a better future. I am proud that for…

Jess Hill might have spent the past year spotlighting consent culture and gendered violence, but behind the scenes the investigative journalist’s own light was dimmed. “I’ve spent most of the past 12 months enduring treatment for brain cancer,” she says. “It was a deeply internal process that made me feel like I was disappearing. Coming out the other side of treatment and being recognised by marie claire is so uplifting.” Four years ago, Hill’s first book, See What You Made Me Do, sparked a national conversation around coercive control and domestic abuse, and led to the acclaimed SBS TV series of the same name. Since the release of her book, Hill has spoken at almost 300 public events about coercive control, and regularly conducts training and education for schools, workplaces…

Rebecca Vallance is on a high – a 10,000 metre high, to be exact. After solidifying her brand as an in-demand Australian fashion export, the creative director has taken her business to new heights, collaborating with Qantas on a bespoke matching pyjama and amenity kit. Known for her distinctly cool and polished style, the designer started her self-titled label more than a decade ago, entering a highly competitive industry and succeeding through her determination, entrepreneurialism, and love of creating beautiful womenswear. After launching her brand in luxury British department store Harvey Nichols, Vallance returned home to Australia in 2012 to release it locally, and her designs have since garnered a following with local and international A-listers including Chrissy Teigen, Joan Smalls and Sofia Vergara. “I’m from Ballarat. I hope I’ve…

Forced to live somewhere you didn’t choose, with people you don’t know. Forced to seek approval to go to work every morning. Forced to eat the same meal for dinner every night. You have no control Silenced when you are raped by your own support worker. Silenced when your baby is taken from your arms straight after birth. Silenced when you complain of pain or bruises that are spreading up your leg. You have no voice Hidden away in a house you are not allowed to leave after 5pm. Hidden in a sheltered workshop where you earn just $2.37 an hour. Hidden behind group activities you never get to choose. You are never seen These scenarios reflect the raw and revealing testimonies of Australian women and men with disabilities. They…

JUNE 22, 2015: At the neonatal unit of Britain’s Countess of Chester Hospital, a full-term baby girl, Child D, dies 36 hours after birth. She is the third baby to die in a fortnight, equalling the number of deaths on the neonatal unit for the whole of the previous year. JUNE 2015–JUNE 2016: Over the course of the year, seven babies die and many others come close to death at the neonatal unit. Nurse Lucy Letby is on call at each harrowing incident, raising concerns. Initially, these concerns are dismissed. JUNE 30, 2016: Letby works her last shift on the neonatal floor after doctors and consultants ask hospital bosses to remove her as a “safety measure”. She is moved to an administrative role. MAY 18, 2017: Police announce they have…

Being ghosted by a date is hurtful, being ghosted by a friend is infinitely more painful, as Day can attest. For the uninitiated (lucky you), ghosting is when someone suddenly cuts off all communication and actively avoids and ignores you. The most cruel aspect of ghosting is perhaps never having any semblance of closure. After her close friend Becca ghosted her, Day grieved for years. “It is a slow-motion grief, the likes of which I’ve never experienced before,” she says. “I genuinely went through the stages of grief – I felt really sad. I felt really… not angry exactly, but kind of defensive. And then I was resigned. Now I’m at peace with it, because I feel for her, I really do. And actually writing about our friendship made me…

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Our obsession with serums is unabating but there is also a definite place for a rich moisturiser in our skincare routines – even during summer. We ask skincare guru and Chanel skincare expert Melanie Grant why we need to layer up, and the benefits of investing in a high-quality nourishing cream. MOISTURISER VS SERUM If you diligently apply your serums but forgo your moisturiser, you might want to rethink. Why? Both have defined and complementary roles. “Serums and moisturisers work in tandem to offer complete and comprehensive care for the skin,” says Grant, who points out they also work on different layers of the skin. SERUMS “Serums deliver hydration, antioxidants and actives to the deeper layers,” says Grant. MOISTURISE “Your moisturiser is designed to sit on top, ensuring the protective…

WATER WORKS Especially during summer, lightweight products that provide my skin with much-needed hydration are top priority. Here are two newbies that get my tick. SERUM A blend of polypeptides, hyaluronic acid and antioxidant rich pomegranate helps this serum hydrate my skin quickly. Lightweight and non-greasy, this punchy product gives a healthy, plumped-up look and is ideal for priming pre makeup. CREAM This lightweight version of Charlotte Tilbury’s original cream is a must-try. Dosed with water-locking technology, a biopeptide complex and calming niacinamide, it’s said to provide skin with 100 hours of hydration. COCKTAIL NOTES If you want to cut back on alcohol (in fragrance, that is), try a water-based perfume like this from Officine Universelle Buly. The beautiful French brand’s latest collection, Les Jardins Français, is based on savoury…

CHECKING IN W BRISBANE THE VIBE Glamorous, bold and eclectic. A giant golden thong graces the foyer, a fun homage to Brisbane’s flashy reputation. THE STAY If this hotel had a motto, it would be “treat yourself”. Designed by Nic Graham & Associates, the spacious and flowing rooms are a breath of fresh air, with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the Brisbane River inviting the outside in. A generously stocked mini-bar provides enough options to mix up your favourite cocktail, whatever that may be. THE FOOD Channeling the spirit of New York, the birthplace of the first W hotel, the Lex restaurant is a must for dinner. Order the tableside Caesar Salad – you won’t regret it. GETTING THERE 81 North Quay, Brisbane, Queensland. marriott.com BON APPÉTIT! A taste of…

When designer Amalie Roege Hove received a call out of the blue from her favourite jewellery house to collaborate on one of its most classic collections, she was intrigued. Naturally, the creative and founder of Copenhagen’s hottest knitwear brand, A. Roege Hove, had questions for Georg Jensen on the other end of the line. She didn’t see how she was the right fit – after all, designing knitwear is a vastly different thing to designing jewellery but, as she explains, it was a challenge and a privilege she felt compelled to take on. “I come from a family where if anything happened in our life, like a milestone moment, we would be given jewellery as a gift to mark the occasion. So much of the jewellery I own signifies a…

“When I think about it now, it feels like a dream. That moment was such an adrenaline rush”– Mary Fowler There’s something about Mary – and Sam and Hayley. Caitlin, Steph and Cortnee. Ellie, Mackenzie and the rest of the team. Just ask anyone in Australia who fell hard for the Matildas during the FIFA Women’s World Cup. These were the names that we screamed at stadiums and at TV screens and roared in pubs across the country, along with the biggest rallying cry of them all: “Go the Tillies!” Even those who don’t usually follow women’s football – or any sport – couldn’t help but get caught up in the green-and-gold fever as the national team stormed into the quarter-final against France. In a heart-stopping penalty shootout, the Matildas…

“I’m hoping my football schools inspire the next generation to live out their potential on the pitch and to fall in love with the beautiful game” Not many people could be dubbed an icon at the young age of 30, but the Matildas’ captain, Sam Kerr, is not your average 30-year-old. The talented forward, who plays for Chelsea in the UK as well as leading the Australian women’s team, has been one of the driving forces that brought the Tillies not only to where they are today in terms of football, but also into the collective hearts of the nation during the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. “We obviously went into the World Cup not wanting to come fourth – we would have loved to have gone further,” Kerr tells…

If talking trash was an Olympic sport, Lottie Dalziel would be bringing home the gold. Since founding her B-Corp, eco-friendly business Banish in 2018, Dalziel has made it her mission to empower others to be kinder to the planet, connecting with more than 100,000 Australians every day. “It may seem small and insignificant, but I’m a really big believer in the collective action of multiple individuals making a really big difference,” says the current NSW Young Australian of the Year. Through the Banish Recycling and Disposal (BRAD) program, which Dalziel also runs, 2 million blister packs have been diverted from landfill and recycled in the past five years. As well as blister packs, the specialty program also saves from landfill hard-to-recycle household products such as coffee pods, plastic lids, razors,…

You have been handed the keys to a storied, exclusive space, somewhere like Villa Medici in Rome, Château de Saran in France’s Champagne region that’s reserved for guests of LVMH, or even a secret apartment at Dior’s flagship store in Paris. You have at your disposal a dedicated 24-hour concierge and nothing to do but browse the pillow menu, rest in opulent surrounds and wake up to one thing on the day’s agenda: a curated shopping experience. For high fashion’s Very Important Clients (aka VICs) it’s all part of the experience. These heavyweight spenders, who are attracted to carefully crafted experiences available to the top 1 per cent of shoppers, can support entire businesses. For example, 3 per cent of fashion e-commerce site Mytheresa’s customers reportedly generate about 30 per…

What is a friend? A single soul dwelling in two bodies.” So said Greek philosopher Aristotle sometime around 350 BC, showing that even in ancient times friendship was seen as one of the most important relationships in a person’s life. And who among us would disagree with that, all these years later? Good friends simply make life better. In a recent study by the University of Queensland as part of the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women’s Health, it was found that middle-aged women who had good friendships may be better protected from chronic health conditions in later years. Another study that compared breast cancer patients who had close friends to those who had none showed those with friends quadrupled their chance of survival. Basically, friends help us live longer. Friendships…

If walls could talk, Holly Humberstone’s would bare her soul. The 23-year-old singer’s debut album, Paint My Bedroom Black, offers a glimpse into the artist’s inner dialogue as she navigates life on tour. “My new music is about being in an unfamiliar place and not feeling like I recognise myself. I was neglecting relationships and my life back home and feeling disconnected from that,” says the English singer-songwriter. “I write for myself and my mental health. It’s my one space where I don’t feel like I have to hold back or disguise anything.” Despite the album title, Humberstone reveals that her real-life bedroom has a feminine edge, exposing a duality between the singer’s private and public personas. “When I go into the studio, I feel like I have to assume…

HEAT WAVE Welcome to the season of the party. From dazzling sparkles to hot summer hues, we’ve got your next soirée attire sorted. For those moments in-between, keep chic in the heat with effortless summer essentials.…

It’s the season to shine – turn heads in bejewelled and metallic statement pieces. A glistening dress – mini, midi or shift – is your new wardrobe staple. Let loose in playful textures – the more sparkle, the better.…

FESTIVE REDS Shades of red look striking, especially during the party season. “A matte finish looks chic pared with flawless skin,” says makeup artist Isabella Schimid. Try a liquid red lipstick with flecks of sparkle for a sheeny sequin finish. GOLD FLECKED Glossy and reflective, there is a subtle allure to a metallic lip. “Work the colour ever so slightly outside the lipline for a fuller lip,” says Schimid. “This lip look works well with a similar shade on the eyes.” SPARKLE AND SHINE Gleaming eyelids capture the light and have a special feel. “For a modern take, bring the colour right up to the crease line and round out the shape,” explains Schimid. A unisex woody floral scent, like Gris Dior, completes the chic and modern feel. NIGHT-TIME NUDES…

SIGNS OF HAIR THINNING If your hair is thinning, chances are you’ll have an inkling it’s happening. “Your hair feels thinner or lifeless,” says Mel Gesualdo, owner of Reno’s on St Quentin in Perth and Kérastase Global K Squad member. “You may feel it when you shampoo; it could feel as though there is a lot less there and quite a bit is coming out daily.” Gesualdo also points out that your hairline and partline may appear more visible. Another telltale sign of thinning is flyaways or short strands at the front that just won’t stay down. CAUSES OF HAIR LOSS External factors: “Things like overuse of hot tools, pollution and not following a good home hair regime that protects and strengthens hair can all be causes of thinning.” Internal…

SHADES OF BEIGE Lovers of quiet luxury are celebrating the arrival of luxe Italian house Brunello Cucinelli’s first Australian store. Based in Sydney’s Martin Place, the grand setting is now home to the brand’s trademark elegant Italian style of sophisticated separates and timeless tailoring in a pared-back palette. Visit at 25 Martin Place. The power of mental health To mark World Mental Health Day, marie claire joined with Kate Spade New York and Full Stop Australia for an intimate panel discussion about mental health. The Kate Spade brand is committed to raising awareness of the topic, having spent $26 million on women’s mental health and empowerment initiatives. HANDS OF TIME Meet the latest addition to Rado’s most popular range, the Centrix Automatic Diamonds 35mm. Launched in October, the new design…

“Unfortunately, the cultural context of Australia has made it so that speaking up about actions like sexual violence is a brave act” Chanel Contos has a motto: be ruthless with systems and kind with people. It’s an approach that has served her well. Since sparking an important conversation about rape culture in private-school circles following a 2021 Instagram post, Contos has put pressure on the powers above. With the backing of more than 6800 testimonies on her platform Teach Us Consent and 45,000 signatures on her petition, Contos has put consent education at the top of the agenda. This year – after education ministers in 2022 unanimously agreed – consent education was rolled out in every school, in every year, across the country. It was an almighty win but Contos…

Hannah Diviney spent her childhood holding out for a hero who looked like her. It wasn’t until two decades later that the 24-year-old, who lives with cerebral palsy, would finally come face-to-face with her long-awaited hero. “I’ve spent so many years asking for representation and it turned out to be me. I was looking for the face I’ve always had,” says the powerhouse disability advocate, actor and author of I’ll Let Myself In. Since calling out American superstar Lizzo for using an ableist slur in her song in 2022, Diviney has ignited a global campaign calling for a disabled Disney princess, and also become the first woman with a disability to film a sex scene for Australian TV, in the comedy Latecomers. When she isn’t breaking down doors and smashing…

Amy Manford is creating a strong case for manifestation. “Last year I had the words ‘Disney’ and the ‘The Sydney Opera House’ written on my manifestation board, but I never thought I would be performing in Disney’s 100th anniversary show, let alone producing the shows at the Opera House,” says the Australian-American soprano. “I really do believe if you put yourself out there and are passionate and brave, you can achieve anything you want.” When her dreams were put on pause during the pandemic lockdown, Manford knew she’d have to create her own luck. From her kitchen bench, the singer, alongside Genevieve McCarthy, dreamt up MM Creative Productions. In 2023, their vision came to life as the first female-founded organisation to secure the rights to the Disney in Concert brand…

Kylie Minogue is 36 years into a music career that even she thought may be brief, and that one of her harshest critics claimed she was handed on a platter. In 2023, she again demonstrated that all these strategic reinventions and clever decisions to propel her career come from the one person who’s been there all along – Minogue herself. In the past five years she’s become a wine mogul and a TikTok sensation. She moved back to Australia and became the first woman to score a UK No. 1 album in each of five consecutive decades. Her 16th album, Tension, has seen America re-enter the Kylie chat via an instant classic, “Padam Padam”. Like 2001’s “Can’t Get You Out of My Head”, “Padam” bolstered the faithful, silenced whatever haters…

GEORGIE ABAY Editor of marie claire The newly appointed editor of marie claire, journalist and author Abay has been in the industry for more than 20 years and previously founded The Grace Tales. JANE HUXLEY CEO of Are Media Working at the top of some of the biggest global companies, including Spotify, Microsoft and Vodafone, Huxley has paved the way for female-led brands as Are’s CEO. TERESA PALMER Actor and podcaster Palmer’s high-powered onscreen talent has transcended Hollywood, captivating audiences with her raw, honest podcast The Mother Daze. SARAH HARDEN CEO of Hello Sunshine Hollywood powerbroker Harden is the CEO of Reese Witherspoon’s film production company Hello Sunshine. KYLIE KWONG Chef and author A restaurateur with books and cooking shows to her name, Kwong is a strong driver of sustainability…

The trial is over, the verdicts are in and yet the fundamental question remains unanswered: who is Lucy Letby and why did she commit such heinous crimes? It’s a question I’ve been wrestling with since I started covering the story in 2018, when Letby was first arrested. From the first time I saw her at Warrington Magistrates’ Court, I struggled to tally the woman on the screen with the horror of the charges. I thought a clearer picture would come into focus at the trial. But as it neared and proceedings moved to Manchester, it became clear that there would not be enough seats in the courtroom for all the reporters who wanted to attend. An overspill annex was arranged in another building, but I was keen to be in…

Toxic friendships can sneak up on you. “Pay attention to your energy after your interaction with a friend,” advises Day. “Do you feel drained? Or do you feel nourished? If it’s the former, the chances are the friendship is not serving you in the way the best kind of friendships should. And it could also be you’re not serving the friendship either. It’s not selfish to remove yourself from a draining friendship.” To improve matters, Day suggests slightly distancing yourself, making communication less frequent and lengthy. This is different to ghosting, where all communication is cut without warning. If that doesn’t help the friendship and you feel it is beyond repair, then it’s time to speak up. “When you end a friendship, it doesn’t mean it ceases to be part…

I was 15 years old the first time I experienced heartbreak. It plunged me into this deep emotional state where nothing had meaning anymore. The thoughts and conversations I had with myself became extremely punitive, while the analytical part of my brain became super heightened. I couldn’t stop trying to pinpoint what had gone wrong with me and this boy. By the time I reached my 30s I thought I was heartbreak proof. I was older, I’d written a best-selling book about love and I had much better taste in men … or so I thought. But whenever it happened, I would go straight back to that same starting point from my teenage years. It took me a long time to understand that there is a difference between being hurt…

You just wrapped your Australian leg of the Life Upside Down tour, where you played at the Opera House. What was that moment like for you? There’s something about being on the Opera House stage, you definitely feel the weight and importance of it. It was a really special night in every way. It was probably the largest number of trucker hats the Opera House has ever seen. I think we broke the trucker-hat record. You brought out Australian icon John Williamson. Is there anyone else you would love to collaborate with on stage? Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen or Tom Petty. They’re the three rock stars right at the top for me. Returning to your home town can often evoke a mixture of feelings. Is this something you’ve experienced? As…

Hair and makeup by Peter Beard/The Artist Group. Model: Margot Gaspar/Chadwicks. Production by Robyn Fay-Perkins. Shot on location at Adobe House, 614 Little Forest Road, Little Forest, NSW.…

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Gifting is easy with the ultimate beauty present from Dyson. Styling attachments make this the shining star under the tree. santa’s little helpers Sprinkle some Dyson magic under the tree this festive season. For fast, gentle drying and precision styling, the Dyson Supersonic™ Hair Dryer uses Air Multiplier™ technology to produce high-pressure controlled air. Curl, shape, smooth and hide flyaways using the Coanda effect with the Dyson Airwrap™ Mutli Styler. Shine a light on the beauty queen in the family with touch control brightness adjustment. This glam gift will become a styling essential. festive season style Bouncy blowout, defined curls, natural waves or sleek glamour – the Shark FlexStyle is the perfect present for those who love to mix up their look. One twist and the hair dryer transforms into…

Party looks don’t have to take hours. Whether you need to be out the door in a flash or you have 24 hours, these simple beauty hacks will get you ready fast. ADD GLITTER Don’t be afraid to add some sparkle to eyelids. “To make it look more natural, add a glitter eyeliner up against the lash line,” says Violette Serrat, founder of cult makeup brand Violette_Fr. ADD EYELINER “Get to the end of the lashes, then keep going to achieve the flick,” says Serrat. ADD A LASH Nothing says party more than full lashes. These falsies by Underlash adhere under the lashes for a natural finish. The glue holds them for up to a week. OR TRY THIS: Add a primer in bright blue first to build up lashes.…

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INDIVIDUALITY IS PIVOTAL. In the times we live right now, when comparison is such a pervasive part of our experience, I want to be a part of the message that every one of us has gifts that are unique. That’s what has been so interesting about my experience with MYSLF. ON THE SURFACE, WE’RE TALKING ABOUT A FRAGRANCE, but it’s opened up conversations that have encouraged me to look at the things I love most and the people who are staying true to themselves. You don’t have to be anybody else – just focus on what you truly love. Then you’re able to give a gift to the world that would never have existed otherwise. I’VE ALWAYS LOVED scent because it changes your mood. Our sense of smell transports us…

Remember that inspirational meme – “If Britney Spears can survive 2007, I can make it through today”? The one with that haunting photo of the music icon with a shaved head using an umbrella as a weapon? It was a heartbreaking postcard from the edge captured by the people who’d been hunting her for a living, relentlessly, like an animal. Thankfully, in the 16 years since, pop culture has evolved, and mercifully Britney is still here. We now know the full horror Britney Jean Spears was put through at the hands of those who loved her, who made money from her and who are responsible for us knowing what a conservatorship is. Britney Spears is the ultimate modern American pop star. She had the usual trajectory – singing in church,…