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FACEBOOK FACEBOOK.COM/MARIECLAIREAU INSTAGRAM @MARIECLAIREAU TIKTOK @MARIECLAIRE_AU WEB MARIECLAIRE.COM.AU Given the secret to a happy, meaningful and fulfilled life is human connection, it’s no wonder actor Asher Keddie is at the height of her career. No one connects with Australian female audiences like Keddie. From Love My Way to Offspring, Paper Giants, Nine Perfect Strangers, The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart, Strife, Fake and Plum, she has an extraordinary talent for exploring complex female characters as an actor and, more recently, producer. Stories such as that of Evelyn Jones, the lead character in the dramedy series Strife, which returns for season two on May 8. Loosely based on editor Mia Freedman’s memoir, Work Strife Balance, it’s the story of a woman who runs a media company and is trying (and often…

KEEP IT CASUAL Pastels don’t have to mean “girly” or eventwear. Style them with more masculine colours and coats, as well as loafers and boots, to create a more relaxed vibe. MORE OR LESS Have fun playing around, mixing different pastels with prints, or pare them back with black for a more elegant, office-appropriate look.…

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DAY 3 I wake up to no internet and electricity. The [army] have sent out a warning telling us they’re about to bomb a university close to where we live. My family and I decide not to evacuate for many reasons, but it’s hard for us to leave with Teta because she is in a wheelchair. Some neighbours are opening their doors, mindful that it’s dangerous to keep them closed. The worst scenario is your house getting burned out from the bombings, with you stuck inside and the door not opening. Eventually the bombing starts. It’s extreme enough that my family decide it’s safer at my neighbour’s flat. So we have 10 people gathered in a tiny kitchen just waiting for the bombing to stop but it only gets more extreme…

My immediate hatred for her surprised me. She walked up and stood near me, both of us waiting for the elevator. I was having a bad day. She was me, and she was not me. She was what I used to be. Tears formed, and I kept them back. I took in everything; her black heels, her legs that screamed sport, gym, exercise. Her tailored suit, crisp white shirt. The hair, perfectly straight. Light makeup. The leather bag, laptop size. She took out her mobile, spoke to someone about meeting targets, and hung up. The elevator arrived. She motioned for me to enter first; of course, she would. She gave me a wan smile. I almost cried in front of her. I walked into the elevator and didn’t look at…

What will we wear to the revolution? Bodysuits fashioned from mock bubble-wrap, to symbolise the fragility of the environment and of humankind? Jaunty capes and stompy boots fit for this monumental world-saving mission? Gowns made out of Monopoly money in a rallying cry to eat the rich? Navy gilets and black hoodies – because if finance and tech bros run the world, shall we just be damned and co-opt their fashion sense? Or rather, their lack thereof. We could wear all-white, inspired by the suffragettes. Or red like novelist Margaret Atwood’s Handmaids. Though maybe not red, because the colour’s connotations are complex… Fashion has long been a potent tool for protest: for making statements and signalling solidarity and standing up for social change. And although a revolution might not officially…

OLIVIA MUNN HAS A CONFESSION: “I LOVE watching really horrible things happen in beautiful worlds,” she says. “To see people who have everything – money, power, homes and luxury – yet once you pull back a layer, there’s so much misery, deceit and destruction.” Munn’s admission of schadenfreude comes after the announcement of her new project for Apple TV+, Your Friends and Neighbors, which centres on New York’s suburban high rollers. The series follows Andrew Cooper, a hedge fund manager played by Jon Hamm, who tries to maintain his affluent lifestyle by stealing from his neighbours after he loses his job. Munn plays Samantha Levitt, Andrew’s complicated situationship, as the pair are both newly divorced and move in the same social circles. But unlike the rest of her Ivy League-bred…

Sunlight spills through the windows of Asher Keddie’s home office – a floor-to-ceiling vision of tastefully understated whites. Her desk is pristine. Behind her, on the mantlepiece of an ivory-marble fireplace sit framed photos of her children, alongside a small print of the iconic 2008 portrait of the late actor Heath Ledger, painted by her husband, artist and friend of Ledger, Vincent Fantauzzo. Dressed in jeans and a starched pink-striped shirt, sleeves rolled up to her elbows, her creamy-blonde hair swept back into a messy knot, Keddie’s pair of black-framed reading glasses are the final flourish to what’s a chic librarian vibe. She looks bookish, like someone with mountains of reading ahead. The thought of this eminently pleases her. “Every day when I wake up, I can’t wait to get…

Rita Ora: I had my hair done by a stylist and he ruined my hair. I had started feeling emotionally numb to my identity because my hair was falling out. Anna Lahey: I also suffered from hair loss. I was pulling clumps out of the drain; it was so disheartening. It’s the reason I started [collagen supplement brand] Vida Glow. RO: I was like, “Why am I getting so affected by this?” And then Anna and I had a conversation about the identity of hair. I talked about my mother’s journey with chemotherapy and how she lost her hair. Anna and I thought, “Let’s try something here.” And we just decided to start with growth. AL: Our struggles with our hair is what brought us together. RO: I have noticed…

You’re not just imagining that your neck looks older, it actually is. There are medical reasons, and there’s also metaphorical reasons we are conscious about our necks. The medical reason is the skin on the neck is very different from the skin on the face; it’s thinner, with fewer oil glands and less collagen, so skincare products penetrate differently. Certain ingredients you might use on your face are not going to work in the same way on your neck, meaning the neck can appear 10 years older than the face. The other issue with necks is weakening muscles as you age. This can lead to sagging skin, creating those horizontal tram lines, or neck bands. There’s also the way that we buy and use our skincare. When we invest in…

“The gut is where 70 per cent of our immune system lies.”– Carla Oates, The Beauty Chef founder and CEO “The Beauty Chef was a pioneer in the global inner beauty category, and one of the first to shine a light on the link between gut health and skin health [in 2009]. “As a child, I suffered from eczema and allergies. My mum took me to see a naturopath, who removed processed foods as well as allergens such as gluten and dairy from my diet. My allergies and eczema dramatically subsided and I learnt firsthand that what we eat directly impacts our skin and health. When my daughter started experiencing eczema and allergies, I eliminated dairy and gluten from her diet [and my family’s diet]. I started researching the link between gut…

SELF-AFFIRMING SCENTS Fragrances these days (such as the three below) can play dual roles, with blends that not only smell beautiful but also harness the brain’s sensory receptors to trigger a change of mood. Initio’s new Power Self fragrance (from its Hedonist collection) asserts that its use of neuroscience, as well as pink pepper, musk and white flowers, will help inspire feelings of wellbeing. The latest release from Aqua di Parma is full of citrus notes, spearmint, basil, cedarwood and musk. It all combines in a unisex scent that gives instant Italian summer vibes – designed to boost confidence levels. Joining Gucci’s cult-loved Alchemist’s Garden collection is Vanilla Firenze. This floral woody amber scent blends three extracts of vanilla with a tailor-made iris pallida concentrate, for a feeling that’s like…

Sarah Parry-Okeden is the type of woman whose Instagram algorithm serves her reels of mini cows roaming around kitchens, which is probably why she feels so at home in the Southern Highlands, in country New South Wales. Here, it’s not beyond the realms of possibility that a cow could just wander into your kitchen. At Romney House there are no cows (yet), although to the left you’ll spot a large chicken coop, home to an ever-expanding collection of hens. The founder of interior design studio Wild Orchid Spaces has recently finished an extensive two-year renovation on the Bowral property, where she now lives with her husband, Henry, two children, Ollie and Ruby, and their honey-hued dog, Sheldon. The first thing you notice, as you follow a luxuriously long driveway lined…

Every year to mark International Women’s Day, marie claire hosts a special event to celebrate the achievements and successes of women around the world. It’s a time to not only pause for reflection but to honour the women who encourage and inspire us in our lives every day. And this was certainly the spirit of marie claire’s 2025 International Women’s Day lunch, proudly presented by Pandora and supported by Medik8 and G. H. Mumm. Hosted by marie claire editor Georgie McCourt, along with TV presenter and writer Melissa Leong, the event attracted a stellar line up of trailblazing speakers, celebrities, changemakers and advocates. On the powerful speaker panel were human rights lawyer and barrister Jennifer Robinson, former Australian of the Year Professor Georgina Long, TV presenter and journalist Edwina Bartholomew,…

How do you sell a skirt to a woman who’s bombarded with advertising from her first social media scroll of the morning to the last flick-through before she goes to sleep? According to the fashion advertising credo of the moment, you make it look good enough to eat. Fashion is having a love affair with food: from Jacquemus-branded sticks of butter, to fruit and vegetables at Loewe, and photogenic chefs spruiking brands the way models once did, the edible is king. There’s hunger in our eyes, and it’s not just for the newest Alaïa Le Teckel bag colourway, or for a sneak peek of the latest no-phones-allowed The Row show. This is more carnal. The spring/summer 2025 collections were ripe with food-inspired imagery, from banana-printed silk sets at Jacquemus to…

“The checked flannel shirt and jeans combo is a weekend classic. Team it with a belt and pointed-toe boots for a more city vibe.” – Jordan Boorman “Yes, you can wear plaid to work; just keep it fairly minimal. Think: pants in neutral tones with a plain top. And then step it up with heels and gold jewellery.” – Naomi Smith “There’s something more feminine about a red and blue check colourway. Lean into this with a fuller skirt, heels and jewellery.”– Jordan Boorman “Create a fresh silhouette by pairing a plaid top with an unexpected skirt shape. Double down on plaid in different iterations to go all out.” – Naomi Smith…

A Australian Fashion Week 2025 It’s been almost 30 years since Australia announced itself as a serious player in the fashion scene, offering local designers a platform to showcase their talents on the runway at Australian Fashion Week (AFW). This year marks a major revamp for the beloved industry event as it returns into the hands of the Australian Fashion Council, signalling a new era of design and innovation. Located at Sydney’s Carriageworks, the event promises to celebrate heritage brands, including Carla Zampatti and Lee Mathews, while also looking to the future of innovation and sustainability. B Buy-Back schemes. With the rise in popularity of resale platforms such as Depop and The RealReal, fashion retailers, including Patagonia, Levi’s and Reformation are now introducing buy-back schemes to encourage consumers to wear now…

Somewhere along the path between budding actor and Hollywood starlet, Olivia DeJonge lost her way. The actor, who turns 27 on April 30, has spent the past decade building momentum on the A-list circuit: from landing a role in the teen movie The Sisterhood of Night in 2014, to becoming Priscilla Presley in Baz Luhrmann’s award-winning 2022 film Elvis. But despite riding the highs of film-star success, DeJonge admits she had fallen into a creative slump. “I remember working on a short film when I was 11 and being obsessed with creating this world within a world, and the very meta feeling of it. I don’t know if it’s an age thing or becoming an adult, but [along the way] you lose that joy and that spark,” the actor says…

On Monday, 29 February, 2016, I stepped on a bus for the first time in my 18 years of life. My brother and my mother had dropped me at the bus stop in the main street in town. I didn’t even know what a bus stop was. I knew that “the outside” existed, but I didn’t know the extent of the outside. I heard my mother’s last words to me as I left everything I’d ever known. Before I got on the bus, she said sadly, “The decision you’ve made has damned your soul to hell for eternity.” My brother said, “My kids will never hear your name again.” That was it. The bus was there, so I got on. As it pulled away, I thought, “It has finally happened.”…

Who: The women of the French Revolution. When: The late 1700s. What they wore: Wigs and corsets were replaced with cropped haircuts, practical handbags and loose, flowing dresses in which to get shit done. Who: The Black Panthers. When: The 1960s and ’70s. What they wore: Black leather jackets, powder blue shirts, black berets and natural afros – a militant, genderless look that was so effortlessly cool it would one day inspire Beyoncé. Who: The Free The Nipple brigade. When: 2012-present. What they wore: Nothing. To condemn Facebook’s sexist censorship policies in 2019, more than 100 #wethenipple protesters went nude outside Facebook HQ, with stickers of male nipples over their nether regions. Who: The Gen Zs of China. When: March 2024. What they wore: Fed up with bad bosses and…

MANON When Manon premiered in 1974, it was a theatrical disruption. In an era dominated by ethereal myths and fairytales, esteemed choreographer Kenneth MacMillan steered ballet into a darker space with his story of a young woman torn between her love for a penniless student and the allure of a luxurious life, which ultimately leads to her downfall. Today, the production is a beloved classic praised for its emotion-filled characters, who expose the immense class divide. Showing at the Sydney Opera House from April 30 to May 17, and the Regent Theatre in Melbourne from October 10 to 22. Visit australianballet.com.au. ORD VALLEY MUSTER This May, WA’s East Kimberley region will host a celebration of art, culture and music at the annual Ord Valley Muster Festival. The lineup includes comedy,…

Sunset and sunrise tones are some of makeup’s most flattering, and these golden hours of each day are the inspiration for the new Chanel Les Beiges collection by Valentina Li and the Chanel Makeup Creation Studio. Capturing this gleaming light and its healthy glow, the collection is an uplifting edit of radiant shades. The two covetable highlighter palettes – one a satin-pink and rose-gold duo, the other a muted orange and coppery bronze – add instant glow. Also in the collection is the five-shade eyeshadow palette of matts and shimmers in rosewood brown, coppers and subtle coral. Then there are the Rouge Coco Flash lip balms ranging from beige to pink, and the sheer colour sticks and nail polishes that add tantalising pops of colour. To celebrate the collection’s release,…

When a blossoming career in classical ballet was ended by a foot injury as a teenager, Adir Abergel found himself at a crossroads. Fortuitously, he decided to enrol in hair school, where he got his big break: a phone call about an assisting job. “Imagine me, as a 15-year-old, taking the bus to Beverly Hills,” says Abergel. “As I walked into the salon I was greeted by Arthur Johns – I had no idea he was one of the biggest hairdressers in Hollywood. Within a week, I was assisting Arthur with clients like Tina Turner, Olivia Newton-John, Chaka Khan and Zsa Zsa Gabor – icons,” says Abergel. “I don’t think I realised how legendary they were at the time. These were simply the women who raised me from age 15…

If you’ve noticed skin changes from season to season, there are scientific reasons why. “Winter and summer provide different challenges to our skin,” explains Clare O’Connor, No7 senior research scientist in the UK. “During summer, skin tends to produce more oil and perspiration, which can lead to more visible pores, breakouts and shine.” This is largely due to being outdoors more often. “Our skin has to manage all of the additional challenges associated with higher ultraviolet light exposure,” says O’Connor. On the flipside, winter brings other challenges. “The cold weather, indoor heating, lower humidity and lower activity levels lead to more concerns about skin dryness, redness and dullness,” explains O’Connor. If you’re planning a big reveal by summer, it’s a good idea to start your beauty prep now. “Always allow…

There’s a certain seduction in the way HBO’s hit series The White Lotus paints its destinations – a dreamscape of shimmering waters, lush greenery and lavish lodgings, all while maintaining an underlying sense of exclusivity. The drama – and there’s plenty of it – unfolds against backdrops so idyllic you’re quick to forget the chaotic nature of the show. The latest season, the third, is set on Thailand’s Koh Samui island. Interestingly, much of the plot, which uses the plush surroundings, exotic wildlife and Thai culture to further the narrative, was conjured by series director and mastermind Mike White during a medically induced hallucination. White was initially hesitant to shoot in Thailand, but while being treated at a Thai hospital for severe bronchitis, inspiration struck. The White Lotus producer David…

APRIL 20–MAY 20 TAURUS Feeling lost? Stuck in a loop of “what am I doing with my life?” This month, the north node throws you a curveball – in the best way. And with Uranus in the mix, expect the unexpected: a job offer in a completely different field, a fortunate chance encounter, or a sudden move that sends you in a new direction. Financial roadblocks might make progress feel impossible, but by mid-month, Jupiter throws you a lifeline. Maybe a loan gets approved, or a smarter workaround appears. By month’s end, Saturn pulls you out of a self-doubt spiral. It’s time to rise and shine. POWER DATES May 2, 10, 18 MAY 21–JUNE 20 GEMINI Jupiter triggers a turning point, helping you release something heavy. Maybe it’s an old…

Gloved up Long gloves and tall boots prove that you mean business. Belts and buckles are big news this season, appearing on bags and shoes as well as waists. It’s all about being stylish and practical. Neutral ground Creams, browns, and light beiges replace the utilitarian trend’s obvious army green and khaki colourways. Softer and more modern, these shades work perfectly with gold jewellery and tan leather. Skirt the issue Give a more masculine coat a feminine edge with a short, midi or maxi skirt. Fringing will only add to the allure, injecting a sense of fun; while black accessories keep things grounded. Go monochrome Teaming white with black is another way to ensure utilitarian shapes look more modern. Add a heel – rather than a boot – to keep…

WHEN A HARD MASS APPEARED IN HER ABDOMEN a few months before her 40th birthday, Flic Manning knew something was seriously wrong. What began as occasional pain and bloating had become more persistent, and she had difficulty eating. After two decades managing the inflammatory condition Crohn’s disease, the author and radio host was used to gastrointestinal symptoms, but this felt different. Her GP told her it was probably just Crohn’s but referred her to a gastroenterologist to be safe. That specialist dismissed her concerns. “He didn’t even bother to touch my abdomen,” says Manning. “He said it was nothing to worry about.” Still clearly worried, Manning turned to ChatGPT next, which suggested she had a possible twisted bowel and intussusception (where part of the intestine slides into another) – conditions…

Nine years ago, Perth woman Helen* woke up with the niggling feeling something was wrong. The 37-year-old promptly went to see her GP, and, after a scan, was told she had breast cancer. With no family history of the disease and leading a relatively healthy lifestyle, she was shocked by the diagnosis. Everything had been going so well, too: her career was established, and she and her partner were trying for a baby. Luckily, the cancer was caught early and successfully removed. Unluckily, her plans to start a family were immediately halted by the drug tamoxifen, which is used to treat and prevent breast cancer by blocking the effects of estrogen. It is not recommended to fall pregnant while taking tamoxifen because the drug could damage developing embryos. “All my…

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AUSTRALIA’S VAST ARRAY OF FLORA was, until nine years ago, largely untapped when it came to luxury items. And despite the fact that we are considered a nation of botanical “megadiversity”, we certainly didn’t have a fragrance brand that utilised the incredible numbers of natives in this country. So when Goldfield & Banks entered the market, it changed how we view our own backyard. A luxury brand that celebrates the beauty and diversity of the Australian landscape was the central idea for Dimitri Weber, an Australian-based French-born fragrance expert, when he launched Goldfield & Banks in 2016. “I thought, ‘Let me continue [English botanist] Sir Joseph Banks’ legacy and share the beauty of this country,’” explains Weber, who relocated to Australia about a decade ago to be with his partner.…

Love is a many splendoured thing. Love lifts us up where we belong. All you need is love. Acclaimed director Baz Luhrmann knows how to weave love and desire into his films. He understands that, even in his flamboyant, over-the-top style, there is no heart in a creation without love. The promise of it. The falling into it. The falling out of it. Love weaves itself into the fabric of our lives. It pulls and pushes us. It motivates and moves us. It can be our creation or our undoing. So when a fragrance comes out named Love, as Elie Saab has delivered, we need to take pause and think about what it means, and how it might shape us when we wear a scent based on love. Created by…

FLORAL TWIST I love floral scents, yet sometimes I want something that also packs a punch. These two new releases give me both – beautifully. Gourmand in its nature thanks to wild strawberries, this fragrance also has a wonderful middle of orange blossom accord rounded out with amber wood for a vibrant and intensely feminine scent. A floral, but not as you know it, this release from Aesop blends magnolia leaf and geranium and the unusual note of chamomile for a scent that’s both bold yet extremely wearable. The Botanicals Series marks a new chapter of the highly successful fragrance brand Goldfield & Banks. Created by renowned perfumer Hamid Merati-Kashani, Silky Woods is a warm and woody fragrance dosed with precious agarwood, originally from South-East Asia and now grown in…

“I enjoy not talking much in my personal life. We need to make space for fun.” Who was your childhood hero? In my teenage years I adored actor Bruce Willis and was obsessed with [his film] Die Hard. I loved his humour, his goofiness, and that he didn’t care what people thought about him. What do you wish people were talking about more? I wish people would talk less in general. Our world is so saturated with talk and opinions that I enjoy not talking so much in my personal life. We need to make space for fun and silliness. I’ve discovered that I don’t give a shit about people’s opinions anymore. What was your first job? Working on a weeknightly TV program for the ABC called The 7.30 Report.…