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It might have been nearly three decades since Leslie Bibb first launched onto the scene in the teen drama series Popular, but after impressive turns this year in season three of The White Lotus and Palm Royale (which releases its second season on Apple TV+ on November 12), Hollywood is finally giving the talented actor her flowers. To celebrate, it felt only fitting that we shoot our blossoming cover star in the Wave Hill Public Garden and Culture Center in New York City. Styled in Louis Vuitton Resort 2026 and Van Cleef & Arpels’ delicate Flowerlace High Jewelry collection, the star embodied effortless elegance. A minimal-yet-radiant makeup look complemented the ensembles, and also allowed Bibb’s now-signature blonde bob to do all the talking. For the full story, turn to page…

Feature length Whether it’s a skirt or a dress, the season’s hottest new hemline commands frivolity and fun. Team it with a pair of sexy heels and play with jewel-toned eye shades for a look that’s both stylish and carefree. Still a bit chilly? Throw on a cardigan or a pair of over-the-knee boots. Short & sweet For a more corporate iteration, you can’t go past a blouse and blazer combo. Choose a print in neutral tones and pair with sleek pumps for an office-ready look that gets the job done.…

Like many of us, Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel looked to the stars for guidance, turning her fascination into a lexicon of symbols that she believed shaped her world – and perhaps her destiny. Superstitious by nature, she surrounded herself with emblems, such as the ear of wheat for abundance, the comet for hope and dreams, her beloved camellia flower for elegance and allure, the Lion for courage and power (as well as her Leo sign), and – above all – the number five: Coco’s lifelong favourite, which seemed to reward her faith again and again. Her reverence for these symbols influenced not only her life but also the maison that bears her name. When presented with a series of perfume samples in 1921, she chose the fifth vial and kept its…

As a child, Anna* had a folder stuffed with documents, a biological jigsaw puzzle that pieced together who she was. “It had all of my adoption paperwork in it, including the story of why I was given up for adoption in South Korea,” she recalls. “It said my mum was a single mother and she couldn’t afford to keep me. She just wanted me to have a better life. Sometimes I’d go to my bedroom alone and read through the folder.” Adopted by an Australian family as a baby in 1987, Anna grew up faintly curious about her identity but learnt to silence the questions. “I think I internalised the grief and pain so much that I shut off any connection with Korea,” she explains. “I thought, ‘I’m Australian, I…

Growing up in Perth, Tess Ingram always wanted to leave. The town was so small, and she wanted to see the world – and so she did, by forging a career that fused journalism with her passion for social justice. In 2021, she moved to New York to join UNICEF’s global media team, working on its climate change, migration and Covid campaigns. Two years later, Ingram moved to Amman in Jordan to work at the humanitarian organisation’s regional office. It was while she was coordinating a response to devastating floods in Libya in late 2023 that Hamas stormed into southern Israel and killed 1195 Jewish people and took another 250 hostage. That date, October 7, would soon be etched into the minds of everyone across the globe. As the Palestinian…

PAIGE TAPPED BY: BILLIE EILISH Growing up, Paige Tapara (who performs mononymously as Paige) always dreamt of being an international pop icon. What she didn’t know was how to get there. At 12 years old and with no ties to the music industry, the Māori singer-songwriter began recording and uploading covers to YouTube from her childhood bedroom in Clarks Beach, New Zealand. “This might sound arrogant, but I always knew that something would grow from [consistently putting out music],” says the now 28-year-old. And it did. In her final year of uni, Paige was discovered by global popstar Billie Eilish. “It was pretty amazing,” she recalls. “After Billie shared my videos, I gained 20,000 followers within hours. She started messaging me, and then all these other famous people started following…

You would never guess that Leslie Bibb is exhausted. Looking fresh-faced, open and relaxed in the fading light of late afternoon Los Angeles, the Palm Royale star flashes a cheerful smile as she settles in for our chat. It’s the day after the Emmys and the 51-year-old is apologetic as she addresses a sudden flood of notifications on her phone. It’s the first time she’s used the device since attending the awards, so her messages are now coming through on a delay. Bibb briefly pauses her dismissal of the alerts to laugh at a message from her best friend and co-star in season three of The White Lotus, Aimee Lou Wood, who’s pinged her with a joke. “We were laughing about how everybody thinks the Emmys look so fancy,” Bibb…

CUT Flawless bob (aka the White Lotus) THE LOOK A clean bob that sits somewhere between chin and collarbone. A very specific and minimal look, this precisely cut bob has “sharp edges and softly turned under ends that give a polished finish”, explains Kirby Lago, a colourist and Goldwell national artist. She suggests that those with coarse, frizzy or tight curls sit this one out (“unless you're prepared for daily styling?” No thanks). But if your hair is fine to medium texture, and straight to softly wavy, and you have a face shape that suits a visible jaw line, make the cut! Just set aside 10-15 minutes' styling time per day, OK? TIP Schedule maintenance cuts every 4-6 weeks to keep the line razor sharp. TIP A diffuser attachment will enhance natural…

Skin has always fascinated me, the way it responds to products, to touch, the way it can glow in a photo. At 19, I was already working as a skin therapist. I had found my calling. But I also loved makeup. My first boss was Nerida Joy, now one of the most celebrated facialists in Los Angeles. Nerida had moved to LA from Sydney, so I went over and worked in her spas. It was a great way to gain a deep knowledge of skin and how it responds. Nerida knew how much I loved makeup, so she encouraged me to lean into it more. Her encouragement changed everything. I did a makeup course and started working in film and television. I loved the alchemy of transformation, and how makeup…

IN CASE YOU DIDN’T GET THE MEMO, scalp health is the latest frontier in the quest for shiny, healthy hair. No longer something to slip furtively into your basket at the pharmacy, scalp-care products are out and proud, and ready to help our poor, distressed tresses. The truth is that a red, inflamed or itchy scalp can be the result of many factors – and it can affect just about all of us at some point. From a build-up of products or too many sweat sessions at the gym, to diverse factors such as stress, hormones, weather or ageing, scalp issues can feel like they come from nowhere. What’s happening at cell level is usually an impaired skin barrier. Just like the skin on our face and body, if the…

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Scene stealer It might look like a painting, but Byron Bay’s latest elevated getaway is turning heads for other reasons. Este, just 200m from Wategos Beach, is a unique destination, offering two architecturally designed, three-storey residences that can be booked separately or together, and can sleep up to 14 guests (when combined). There’s uninterrupted ocean views from the private rooftop terraces, where the glass-bottom pools are a star attraction, and the accommodation comes with concierge services, a chef and a bespoke program of activities (if you so require). It really is something else. See estewategos.com Golden legacy Brown Brothers is marking 10 years of its Patricia Chardonnay with a masterclass series run by senior winemaker Cate Looney and family member Katherine Brown. Guests will enjoy a rare tasting of all…

OCTOBER 23–NOVEMBER 21 SCORPIO Relationships dominate November’s stars, but you’re rewriting the scripts. Uranus helps you identify which connections have expired: the friend who only calls to complain, the ex who keeps circling back or the business partnership that drains more than it delivers. From the 7th, Venus whispers sweet temptations. That designer bag? The spa weekend? – this is your cosmic permission slip to indulge without guilt. After November 20, prepare for illumination. A crucial titbit of information drops into place, completing a puzzle you’ve been trying to piece together. POWER DATES November 7, 20, 30 NOVEMBER 22–DECEMBER 21 SAGITTARIUS November starts with you choosing your couch over cocktail parties. Even your group chat goes unanswered while you nest at home. From November 10, expect internal interrogations about your…

What is your most used app? While filming my new series, Robin Hood, I missed my dog so much that I created a profile on a dog-walking app. I didn’t get any bookings, so that turned out to be my least-used app. The app I spend the most time on now is Spotify. Is there an object you collect? Yes, beer coasters from all the cool bars and pubs that I’ve visited around the world. It’s nice using them at home and reminiscing over a cup of tea. “So many talented kids out there can’t afford to travel to auditions” If you could be England’s prime minister for a day, what would you do? I would make funding available for aspiring young actors from disadvantaged backgrounds. There are so many talented kids…

The season has finally shifted. The air is warmer, the days are longer and I could not be happier to shove my knits to the back of the wardrobe. This year has flown by – I swear it’s been the fastest of my life – and while it’s not quite beach-towel time, I’m counting down. Which brings me to our cover star: the incomparable Leslie Bibb. After almost three decades in Hollywood, she’s having the kind of moment you want to cheer for – all sparkle, grit and humour. She talks to us about ambition (messy), self-doubt (relatable), and the joy of finding your people (essential). With Palm Royale season 2 dropping on November 12, Bibb is in her prime, and she knows it. Actually, there’s so much buzz about…

“It is a play of light and shadow, hard and soft, permanence and intimacy” IN COPENHAGEN, DESIGN IS never just design. It is a way of living, functional, human-centred, sculptural. And this season, Georg Jensen, the Danish house founded in 1904, reminds us that jewellery, much like architecture, is not only about adornment but about expression. The brand’s new autumn-winter 2025 campaign, titled Conversations in Shape, is a dialogue between two disciplines – jewellery and architecture – that have always spoken to each other. Featuring model Daniela, photographed by Tanya and Zhenya Posternak, the campaign is captured at Copenhagen’s Bellevue Theatre and the surrounding Bellavista housing development, a 1936 Bauhaus landmark designed by Arne Jacobsen. It is one of Denmark’s most celebrated examples of Modernist architecture. The perfect backdrop, then,…

light & breezy “Bianca Spender has taken the classic white shirt and made it sleeveless and billowing, which is ideal for spring days in the office. I’ll pair it with a barrel-leg jean and sandals (with a pedi, of course).”– Naomi Smith,fashion director slip into it “I live in slip dresses year-round. To make them more office appropriate, I’ll tie a shirt around my waist or wear it open over the top.”– Jordan Boorman,fashion editor double denim “Denim can be cooling, so I’ll be investing in a denim shirt this season. Lighter than a denim jacket, it means that I can keep the matching sets going all year round.”– Rebecca Rhodes,creative director bright days ahead “I tend to wear a lot of black in winter, so I’ll be staying clear…

The hair growth category is surging, as hair loss evolves from a taboo topic into a booming business. In Australia, the hair restoration market is projected to reach $400 million by 2030, growing around 10 per cent a year. Once dismissed as a concern solely for men or post-partum women, thinning hair is now being recognised among younger generations. “Up to 90 per cent of men and nearly 50 per cent of women will experience some form of hair loss in their lifetime,” says Dr Michele Squire, scientist and founder of Qr8 Mediskin, adding that the emotional impact can’t be underestimated. “In one study, 40 per cent of women reported marital problems and career difficulties they attributed to hair loss.” Christopher Chu, Aveda’s head of education, says, “Frequent heat styling,…

“If you know me, you know I’m a summer girly, so I’m loving the new TRESemmé Bond Repair + UV Filters Shampoo and Conditioner – so good for keeping my hair feeling strong and smooth.” “My favourite off-duty uniform is a staple blue jean and white All for Mimi tank.” “I’m all for wearing whatever you want, wherever you want. As long as you feel beautiful, that’s all that matters. For me, I’m a minimalist girl: the less the better. I’m super strict with my hair and try to take really good care of it. A few things I do to keep my hair healthy is use TRESemmé products; they’re affordable but still make you feel amazing.” “A NON-NEGOTIABLE FOR ME IS DRINKING MY BEAUTY MATCHA.” “This summer I’ll also…

If there’s one body oil almost everyone recognises, it’s Bio-Oil. A mainstay in chemists and supermarkets since 1987, the pink oil in its trademark clear bottle has been rescuing us from dry skin and improving the look of scars and stretch marks for decades. Multi-awarded as a go-to for helping reduce the look of those spidery tracks that creep along limbs and stomaches of up to 9 out of 10 adults, Bio-Oil has made it its mission to create high-performing skincare products that work. This single-mindedness has meant that over nearly 40 years, the line has remained tightly edited and focused on scars, stretch marks and skin hydration. To date, four products have been launched. There is of course the famed original Bio-Oil Skincare Oil, with its pink oil and…

SUMMER NOTES Seasonal warm breezes are set for sultry scents. Cassis, lychee and pear blend with oakmoss and patchouli for a decadent fragrance that feels unisex and modern, and packs powerful allure. Wear it on date night and get the conversation started. Elegant and sensual, this reinterpretation of the original Elie Saab Le Parfum is an ambery floral that blends mandarin with white flowers and a delicate olive flower accord that transports you directly to the Mediterranean. With a heart of coconut milk and lily of the valley, salted tiare flower top notes and a base of sandalwood and vanilla, this summery fragrance whispers beach in all the right ways. Guava goodness This vibrant new pink shade from Summer Fridays is giving off serious tropical-fruit vibes. With shea and murumuru…

On one side lie the craggy Alpilles mountains. On the other, a bird’s-eye view of the historic heart of the Provençal village of Eygalières. And all around, immense fields of thyme and poppies. When they stumbled upon this property, the owners, Christian and Ghislaine, were so captivated by the landscape they quickly decided to raze the existing house, a dull 1970s structure that seemed almost an eyesore in such an extraordinary setting. Their architect, Jean Bosc, proposed a scenario worthy of the site, based on an imaginary story: that of a chapel that had undergone various changes over the centuries. “The single-storey part would be the former sheepfold, and the upper-storey wing a former farmhouse. We modernised everything,” says Bosc. Built with local stone, this 356 square-metre house lets the…

Just in time for Christmas wish lists, Dior has released stunning pieces from its exquisite La Rose Dior fine jewellery line. The team at Maison Balzac knows how to spark joy, declaring, “We like to think that each glass pompom on this pink vase is a tiny rosebud waiting to bloom.” And now we can’t stop wishing for that too. Tiny tote Already declared the It-bag of 2025, the Icarino is the junior version of the cult Saint Laurent Icare tote. Meant to be either handheld or hooked through the arm, the quilted leather come in five colours, or in a caramel suede. It’s small but mighty. Zoom in Look through the lenses of more than 70 trailblazing female artists at the NGV’s new exhibition Women Photographers 1900–1975: A Legacy…

Bayley Mifsud is a prolific artist. Her lively and colourful Indigenous designs light up canvases in private homes, decorate Melbourne’s city walls, adorn sporting uniforms, fashion and homewares products and even add colour to Cadbury Roses chocolate boxes. So it was no surprise that when Swatch was looking for local talent to collaborate with on its Destination Art collection, the Peek Whurrong artist was at the top of the list. Her colourful creation – Tirrike – is inspired by the spirit of the city she now calls home, Naarm (Melbourne). “I never imagined designing a timepiece,” Mifsud says. “But now that I have, it feels like an exciting way to carry culture in a wearable form. It means our stories and culture are being shared in new spaces, and that’s…

Is it really so big a leap to believe that a girl who is into girly stuff might also be into girls? “Tits!” “Big tits!” “Show us your big tits!” Ah, the soundtrack of my youth. I woke up one morning in my 13th year and made a shocking discovery: seemingly overnight, puberty struck two mighty and devastating blows. My previously flat chest has erupted and I am suddenly in possession of a set of alarmingly hefty new boobs. My newly formed curves prompt an onslaught of catcalls from intimidating men on the streets. You know how society assumes we are all straight by default? Well, in my case, society takes one look at my knockers and assumes I’m not just straight but “absolutely gagging for a fella”. How wrong…

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Blow-dries are having a renaissance. After years dominated by texture sprays, air-drying and effortless, undone minimalism (which was never all that effortless, let’s be honest), high impact styles have made a return. This time around, however, we’re not aiming for the XXL volume of a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader. This season, there’s a range of versatile looks to lend a tailored, distinctly modern edge to every hair type and texture. “The overarching theme is hair that looks healthy and intentional,” says John Pulitano, creative director of Sydney’s Headcase Hair. “It’s less about fighting your hair type and more about enhancing it.” BIG & BOUNCY The bombshell blow-dry always returns, but this season it’s full-bodied, commanding and confident. “After years of minimalist hair, we’re craving glamour and unapologetic femininity,” explains Pulitano of…

HOLD ON … Forget the hard and crunchy finishes of old, these next-gen formulations will have hair controlled but natural. WAX Yes, but not as you know it. This dry finish, ultra-fine wax from R+Co is fortified with goji berry and ginger root – use it on finished styles to add lift, volume and hold while maintaining movement. R+Co Halfpipe Dry Wax Finishing Spray, $55. GEL With chia and flaxseed, this curl-specific lightweight gel from organic haircare line O&M helps protect hair from humidity and smooth out frizz as it defines and sculpts curls, waves and ringlets. All without a hint of stiffness. O&M Curl Curl Gel, $45.95. SPARKLE AND SHINE Level-up your hair styling experience with this limited edition FlexStyle from Shark. With all the same capabilities of the…

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FRAGRANCE CRUSH I feel like a spring fling – with a fragrance, that is. Here are three I think I’ll flirt with (and maybe keep around all summer). A new iteration of the limited edition sell-out Petals offering from the Brit brand a couple of years back, this new fruity floral scent, with notes of jasmine, violet and amber, will make you feel uplifted, feminine and just a little daring. Add some heat and spice with this seductive fragrance from Gucci’s namesake collection, which blends a coffee amaretto accord with tonka bean and wisteria. With notes of vanilla, rose, orange blossom and tonka, this new decadent fragrance from Chloé is like the heady, sophisticated romance we all daydream about. ADD BOUNCE Lightweight and easily absorbed without a hint of stick…

It isn’t every day you slip into the perfectly aqua Aegean and find tennis great Novak Djokovic swimming past. But that’s what happened to me. Seriously. Greece has a way of folding glamour into the everyday, and nowhere is that more evident than at One&Only Aesthesis. Just a half-hour drive from central Athens, in Glyfada, the resort unfurls across 21 hectares of protected pine forest and a private sweep of sand. It’s where to go if you’re in need of extreme bliss. The location is also the storied site of the Asteria beach club, the mid-century landmark where Sophia Loren once sunbathed and Frank Sinatra dropped anchor. Architects have kept that spirit intact, setting timber-clad villas and low-slung bungalows in the exact footprints of the originals, their clean lines softened…

LUXURY CAR INTERIORS ARE UNDERGOING a major glow-up. But forget the guilt-ridden opulence of old-school luxury. Modern luxe is giving premium vibes but with a purpose. Think smooth, recycled surfaces, vegan upholstery and next-level textures that make you want to live in your car. Lisa Reeves is the head of interior design at Volvo Cars, and under her guidance the Swedish brand is proving that sustainability isn’t a compromise; it’s an upgrade. Gone are the heavy leathers and high-gloss veneers of yesteryear. In their place? A curated mix of natural, recycled, bio-based materials that celebrate texture, warmth and Scandinavian minimalism. Reeves is considered a design visionary. In 2024, she was nominated for the coveted World Car Person of the Year award, and her team was recently crowned Newsweek’s 2025 Design…