Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2024 i Marie Claire Australia

When Chloe Scull told friends at the beginning of last year she was quitting sex, they thought she was joking. But the 25-year-old couldn’t have been more serious. Dating and casual sex had led to low selfconfidence, making the Queenslander question whether there was something intrinsically wrong with her. “For so long I felt men characterised me as the type of woman they wanted to sleep with but not be with,” she says. “I was never taken seriously, and that really hurts. Especially being surrounded by so many friends in healthy relationships with amazing partners who would move mountains for them. I didn’t understand why I couldn’t find the same.” So Scull decided to take a break. Her sexual sabbatical ended up lasting seven months and was so transformative that…

There was a moment in 2019 when Melanie Brown – Mel B – felt truly, completely free. It happened in Bristol; she was standing on stage wearing a pair of handmade leopard-print platform boots, in front of a crowd of 34,000 adoring Spice Girls fans, alongside her fellow band members Geri Halliwell, Melanie Chisholm (Mel C) and Emma Bunton. It was raining heavily, and the stage was slippery. Brown saw the opportunity and ran with it, quite literally. She raced across the drenched stage, throwing her hands in the air and splashing through puddles in her handmade boots. “I feel like I’m flying, completely free,” she said, describing the liberating moment. It had been a long time in the making. For the Spice Girls, their 2019 shows came more than…

Kita Alexander has a gift. On top of her hypnotic vocals and spellbinding lyrical charm, the 28-year-old artist possesses a unique talent: the power of magical thinking. “It’s crazy. Things that I manifested as a kid are still coming through now. On my music wish list I wanted to work with Angus & Julia Stone, do a feature with Flume and receive a cheque for a lot of money …” All these wishes have come true, but as Alexander says, “Things happen in a roundabout way.” While a dose of cosmic luck goes a long way, Alexander knows that sometimes you need to nudge the stars into alignment in order to create your own path. For her debut album, Young in Love, the artist had a crew fly in to…

TEENAGE OBSESSION THE THREE MUSKETEERS BY ALEXANDRE DUMAS “I read this when I was 14 and off sick from school. I can still feel the filmy pages of the elderly library book as I read of Athos’ tragic past and the woman he can’t forget. GO-TO RECOMMENDATION INVISIBLE WOMEN BY CAROLINE CRIADO PEREZ “She exposes the incredible gender bias women face every day such as drug tests where drugs for women are tested on men … Go figure.” FAVOURITE BOOK TO FILM/TV ADAPTATION BIG LITTLE LIES BY LIANE MORIARTY “I love the tautly written TV version of Big Little Lies. It’s a stand-out book and a stand-out TV adaptation. But the 1995 version of Pride and Prejudice starring Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle also rocks!” Female relationships play a central…

The future in fabric care Skip those endless trips to the dry cleaners – suits, blouses, coats, school uniforms and shoes can be gently and hygienically refreshed in one go thanks to the Fisher & Paykel Fabric Care Cabinet. Its spacious 12-garment capacity has five configurable rails and four independent, adjustable folding racks to fit a range of sizes and shapes. Designed to take special care of your fabrics, there are four core settings. Gently refresh clothes with steam and air, rejuvenate items with the deodorise setting, and eliminate 99.9% of bacteria* with the sanitise option. A specialised leather care setting combines humidity and temperature control, so precious leather can be treated without harsh chemicals or detergents. The Fabric Care Cabinet reduces the need for frequent washing, thereby minimising energy…

SOLID INVESTMENT Fans of Miss Dior will love these handbag-friendly solid versions of both the Eau de Parfum and Blooming Bouquet. With the Eau de Parfum’s feminine notes of rose, iris, lily of the valley, peony and vanilla, and Blooming Bouquet’s Damascena rose, peony, bergamot and musk, these chic, refillable solids are alcohol-free, skin-friendly and promise no bag spills or clothing stains.…

WHAT IT IS Sofwave ultrasound skin contouring treatment. WHAT IT DOES Great for age groups starting to see the signs of sagging skin, this in-clinic technology uses parallel synchronised ultrasound beams to help lift eyebrows, tighten the neck and under the chin, and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. A-listers such as Sarah Jessica Parker and Martha Stewart are fans. THE BENEFITS With no damage to the outer dermal layer, there’s little downtime, making it suitable for busy people with no time for time out. Being able to go right back to work is usual for ultrasound, but what is special here is the lack of serious pain. Radiofrequency has a reputation of being painful (hot drilling sensation anyone?) but Sofwave is different. Yes, you need to be numbed but the…

BODY GOALS Update your body care to include ingredients usually reserved for faces with products enriched with skin-improving actives. Nécessaire’s body lotion has a potent blend of pure retinol, AHA, peptides and vitamins, while Rare Beauty’s Body Lotion is filled with calming niacinamide and antioxidants such as peach flower extract and ashwagandha to revive, firm skin and add glow to limbs. SLOW BURN Le Labo lovers will swoon for the brand’s concrete candles. Crafted and hand poured in the US, they are the epitome of utilitarian chic. The smoky and leathery notes of Santal 26 add warmth to any room. Glow on Keep summer going year round with these liquid blushes from Mecca Max. Infused with skin boosting ingredients niacinamide, squalane and hyaluronic acid, this range of six shades blends…

DINING in the ROUND Australian artist Sarah Ellen has served up a selection of vibrant plates with homeware brand In The Roundhouse. Celebrating the joys of dinner parties, the designs feature interconnected patterns that mirror the dynamic bonds formed when friends come together. From $120 (set of four). intheroundhouse.com. GIRL ON THE GO Stella travel insurance* has been designed with women in mind, so you can easily customise it to suit your travel needs. Think of it as convenient, flexible and purpose-driven insurance that’s unapologetically for women. What’s more, they donate $5 from every new policy to support UN Women Australia, a registered charity promoting gender equality and women’s empowerment across the Pacific region. Visit stellainsurance.com.au STOP AND GIVE ME ZEN Visiting Byron? Indulge in a five-day inclusive journey of…

As the curtain rises at Milan’s Building Gallery, the spotlight shines on clothing fit for a rehearsal and a performance, amid an eclectic mix of artwork by Shlomo Harush. This is Phantasie, the Weekend Max Mara signature collection in collaboration with Milanese-based Austrian fashion designer Arthur Arbesser for spring/summer 2024. Known for weaving his love of ballet, opera and theatrical flair into his designs, the guest designer tells marie claire that Austria’s capital is another muse he always returns to. “I grew up in Vienna with very nerdy parents. Instead of going to the beach for family holidays we had countless trips to museums, Gothic churches and castles,” recalls Arbesser. “As a 14-year-old, I went to the opera three times a week, which back then was so uncool … [But]…

For far too long, our priorities have been misdirected and manipulated for profit. Women have been told that what’s important is how much we weigh, how long our lashes are, how to get the guy, and dress for our body type (shout-out to the pears). What we weren’t ever encouraged to care about were things like being happy, understanding wealth or retirement or business, prioritising money, compound interest or building financial security. Convincing an entire gender that their value lies in their appearance was one of the patriarchy’s more lucrative ideas. Create the problem, sell the solution. Bingo! Because where our focus goes, our money flows. We live in a time of immediacy. A thought can be turned into a social media post in seconds. We know exactly where our…

It was as she was standing in her kitchen crying over a sweet potato that Zoe Janda first began to suspect something was very wrong. For months, the 27-year-old had been following a strict diet and exercise regime in preparation for a bodybuilding competition. She had a coach tell her what to eat. She went to the gym seven days a week, morning and night. Bodybuilding became an obsession, then an identity. And so the day after the competition, as she stood in her kitchen making lunch, Janda was suddenly struck with the realisation she didn’t need to follow a strict regime any more – the competition was done and dusted. Yet instead of freedom, she felt trapped. “I wasn’t sure if I was ‘allowed’ to eat the sweet potato…

Chelsea Cutler The platinum-certified singer, songwriter and producer makes a point of getting her hands dirty. “I love showing that women belong in spaces where they are mixing, engineering and really designing the sonics.” says the American, 27; her third and most recent studio album is Stellaria. Oliver Cronin Australian dark-pop singer Oliver Cronin is reinventing the pop-star narrative. “Times have changed where for an upcoming artist no-one wants an untouchable superstar,” says the artist who has created almost half his songs by collaborating with fans via Instagram live stream. His new single “Hello Goodbye” is out now. Griff There are some accolades that signify you’re on the path to success: nabbing the BRITs Rising Star award, breaking chart records and touring with some of the world’s biggest artists including…

Go beyond traditional norms to accentuate the waist. Consider cropped jackets, bold belts and gathered midsections. Romantic, elegant, and sensual, lace will forever be an essential when curating an ultra-femme fit. Give a classic style a modern edge by experimenting with oversized silhouettes.…

“The chicest routine of the moment to preserve your hair health”– Aurélie Sogny, marie claire France Guerlain Abeille Royale Scalp & Hair range This complete hair care ritual of shampoo, conditioner, mask and scalp oil is enriched with the healing powers of honey made by rare black bees in far-flung locations (such as Ouessant island off the west coast of France, Ikaria isand in Greece and the Åland Islands in Finland). In combination the honey-dosed hair care range gets to work on repairing hair resilience as well as boosting volume and shine. Sisley Supremÿa At Night The Supreme Anti-Aging Skin Care Created to work intuitively with our nightly skin cycles, this luxe cream boasts a powerful blend of anti-aging ingredients to work on the 25 markers of ageing as we…

Think like a session stylist and oscillate between brushes and combs. A round styling, a trusty paddle and a narrow pointed brush are considered the baseline. From there, extend your arsenal with different sizes: larger brushes tend to produce looser waves, and minis are optimal for on-the-go detangling. To protect finer hairs try a gentle boar bristle (also great for shine) or tackle thicker manes with anti-static nylon fibres.…

ALL SET Followers of master perfumer Francis Kurkdjian’s boldly singular scents (yes please) will love the new wash and lotion sets in five of the brand’s much-loved fragrances. I found it tough to choose between the citrusy-jasmine Baccarat Rouge 540 or the musky white florals of 724, but whatever you decide, a dose of luxury awaits every time you visit the basin. SKIN INVESTMENT FACT Collagen molecules are too large to penetrate the skin to build more collagen. SOLUTION Preserve the collagen you do have. Dermalogica has brought out its Pro-Collagen Banking Serum, which is designed to get ingredients that can sink into skin (think amino acids) to where the complexion needs them most. RESULT Plumper, smoother skin that glows. BALMY DAYS Cleansing balms are one of my favourite ways…

In the realm of creating your dream home, placing trust in the process is paramount. Just ask Chloe Tozer, the founder of luxury boutique and interior design studio atelier Clo Studios at Noosa, on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Like many great modern-day moves, Tozer and husband Jack Clissold used the pandemic to change up their living situation. Clissold, a builder and surfer, had his heart set on a location by the beach, while Tozer had a lush garden in mind. The two merged their non-negotiables and soon came across a double-brick, two-storey, four-bedroom home opposite the ocean in the quaint coastal village of Peregian Beach, just a 10-minute drive south of Noosa. “Straight away I loved the large block – it’s just shy of 1000 square metres,” Tozer tells marie claire.…

Objects of longing, appreciation and dedication, jewels play a pivotal role in storytelling. They bind together lovers, sparkle around the necks of film icons, and spotlight some of history’s most captivating moments. For those willing to take their adoration to the next level, jewellery lovers and gemologists alike now have the opportunity to learn under the best in the industry and become experts. Established in 2012 in Paris, with the support of luxury French jewellery maison Van Cleef & Arpels, the L’École School of Jewelry Arts provides courses, workshops and exhibitions for the public. The goal is to impart the rich history, craftsmanship and design facets of jewellery to those who share a passion for the art – including enthusiasts, students and professionals. The course covers various aspects, such as…

CHANEL Showcasing the late Karl Lagerfeld’s enduring legacy and creative director Virginie Viard’s visionary direction, the 2024 Chanel couture show was a masterclass in uniting tradition with innovation. The venue – Paris’ iconic Grand Palais – was transformed into a dreamscape of ethereal beauty, reminiscent of a celestial garden, for the spectacle. Classic tweeds were reimagined with modern twists, including unexpected textures and vibrant colours. Flowing silhouettes exuded effortless sophistication, while intricate embellishments added a touch of opulence. JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Simone Rocha’s Gaultier collection celebrated individuality and self-expression, with each ensemble telling a unique story. Gender norms were shattered as models strutted down the runway in a captivating array of gender-fluid designs, challenging conventions and redefining beauty standards. Unexpected combinations of fabrics, textures and patterns created a sense of…

Liz Flatt drove to Austin mostly out of desperation. She had tried talking with the police. She had tried working with a former FBI profiler who ran a nonprofit dedicated to solving unsolved murders. She had been interviewed by journalists and at least one podcaster. Although she didn’t know it at the time, Liz was at a crossroads in what she had taken to calling her journey, a path embarked on after a prayer-born decision five years earlier to try to find who killed her sister, Deborah Sue Williamson (“Debbie”), in 1975. It was now 2021. She had gone to Austin, Texas, for a conference, CrimeCon, which formed around the same time that Liz began her quest, at a moment now seen as an inflection point in the long history…

You have said your latest song, “Beautiful Eyes”, is your favourite song you’ve ever written. What makes this one extra special? It really is, and it’s for so many reasons. When I wrote it, I was on the most gruelling tour of my career. It was amazing travelling around Australia, but it was taking it out of me. When I was about halfway through, I hadn’t written any music for so long and I was hoping I’d get lots of writing done, but I just wasn’t feeling it. I’ve been in the industry now for a hot minute and sometimes you’re a bit poisoned. I was starting to wonder, “Will I ever have that feeling of innocence in writing that I had early in my career with ‘Adore’ and also…

Your new project, Manhunt, follows the aftermath of the first American presidential assassination and the fight to preserve and protect the ideals of Abraham Lincoln’s Reconstruction plans. How familiar were you with this period of history? I think Americans don’t really know much about American history, so there was learning to be done for me as well. I was drawn to the excitement of this noir rat-race against the backdrop of a really interesting time in America with the Reconstruction, the Civil War ending and Lincoln’s death. It was incredible to be able to play someone who really believed in what Lincoln was doing. It definitely echoed a lot of the political discource that is happening today. Absolutely. In America we still have plenty of policy and reverberations from this…

KEY PIECE The COAT A structured, sleek, longline black coat instantly brings a look together. STYLE TIP Georgie Abay marie claire editor “A beautiful long coat is essential as we head into the cooler months. I’ll add a new one to my wardrobe every few years, and it’s always the piece I wear more than anything.” KEY PIECE The BOMBER Add a touch of utilitarian flair to your ensemble with a plush bomber jacket. STYLE TIP Jordan Boorman junior fashion editor “A soft bomber is a great alternative to your structured blazer during the trans-seasonal period. It lends a layer of casual coolness to any look.” KEY PIECE The KNIT Wrap yourself in comfort and style with a cosy jumper in a muted tone. STYLE TIP Emily Gittany market editor “A knit jumper…

To love and accept ourselves as we are is important, but sometimes there are things we want to address. Whether issues such as slackening skin, pigmentation and dullness are staring back at you in the mirror, or you just want an instant glow up, we’ve sought out the best treatments to deliver radiant skin. Of course, if you don’t want to leave the house in your quest for glassy skin, there are plenty of products and tech to deliver results at home. THE TREATMENT ELECTRO-MESOTHERAPY BEST FOR Hydration. GET IT HERE Endota, endotaspa.com.au. WHAT HAPPENS Able to be customised to your skin concerns, this high-tech treatment uses non-invasive ionwave technology to renew skin deep in the dermis. It gives blood and oxygen a kickstart to get dull skin looking more…

I LIKE TO SKIN CYCLE. Our Loops version involves alternating face masks three times a week. Start with the Clean Slate mask to detoxify, then Hyper Smooth a few days later to help lift away dead skin cells, and finish the week with Dream Sleep, which will deeply hydrate and [support] your natural skin barrier. Repeat that process for a few weeks and you’ll definitely see results. A HAIR GAME CHANGER has been using a leave-in hair mask after showering. The K18 Leave-in Molecular Repair Hair Mask works really well in repairing the damage my hair has endured from colour treatments. I’m not big on hair masks that require you to rinse them out because they take longer and I already spend way too much time in the shower. So…

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LUSH CHOCOLATE BERRY LAYER CAKE WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE CHANTILLY CREAM SERVES 16 CHOCOLATE SPONGE 200g whole eggs100g caster sugar1 tbsp vanilla bean paste95g plain flour15g Dutch-process cocoa powder20g unsalted butter, melted60g good-quality milk chocolate, chopped WHITE CHOCOLATE CHANTILLY 330ml thickened (whipping) cream1 tsp vanilla bean paste35g liquid glucose220g good-quality white chocolate300g mixed fresh berries 1 To make the chocolate sponge, preheat oven to 165°C fan-forced. Grease an 18cm round cake tin. Whisk eggs, sugar and vanilla in the bowl of a stand mixer with a whisk attachment on high speed for approximately 5 minutes, until light and fluffy. (To check whether the egg mixture is ready, lift whisk and drizzle mixture back onto itself. If it sits on top without immediately sinking back into the rest of the mixture, it…

Starting April 2, Mercury’s retrograde stirs communication mix-ups. Make your intentions crystal clear to avoid misunderstandings, and double-check travel plans. Signing legal documents? Maybe wait until after the 25th. April 9’s solar eclipse redefines your approach to self-love and emotional boundaries. Reassess your relationships, especially toxic ones. You’re known for wearing your heart on your sleeve, but now it’s about finding the sweet spot between giving your all to others and honouring your own needs. Finally, Mars enters your sign on April 30, bringing a surge in energy and drive. Keep a lid on any angry outbursts to constructively channel this newfound enthusiasm. POWER DAYS April 5, 9, 30 APRIL 20–MAY 20 TAURUS Venus crosses your path with an insightful woman. But with Mercury playing tricks in retrograde, listening more…

It’s now been 30 years since the most extreme week of Courtney Love’s life. She became a professional rockstar and a professional widow in the space of seven days. On April 5, 1994, her husband, Nirvana singer Kurt Cobain, 27, died at their Seattle home in one of rock’n’roll’s most shocking suicides. Then on April 12, Love’s band, Hole, released an album that would go multi-platinum, with the prescient title Live Through This. The first album after signing a million-dollar record deal, it saw Love’s career soar at the worst time in her life. Four months after Cobain’s death she was touring the world with Hole, working through her grief on stage. It’s reductive to narrow down Love’s achievements to a rock’n’roll survival story, but her strength and resilience outweighs…

SOUNDTRACK TO YOUR LIFE RIGHT NOW? Folklore by Taylor Swift. I’m late to the party, but I’ve finally arrived. I watched the documentary [Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions] on the making of the album with my niece while I was home in Australia, which was a real bonding experience. I love Midnights as well and I’m lucky enough to be going to the last night of the Eras tour in the UK. CHILDHOOD HERO? I wasn’t the poster-on-the-wall type of person, but I would say Karen Carpenter was the first singer I fell in love with, as well as Whitney Houston. Elvis was my first crush, followed closely by Jerry Lewis. ULTIMATE INDULGENCE? Eating pasta on the couch binge watching Line of Duty. HISTORICAL CONCERT YOU WISH YOU COULD…