Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2019 i Vogue Australia

KSUBI “I remember at my first fashion week in Sydney, I was in the first Ksubi show. I just thought Ksubi were so cool. My first pair of Ksubi jeans were a blue wash with rips.” NOBODY DENIM “The jeans I’ve had the longest are classic black Nobody skinny jeans with no rips. They were my modelling jeans; I wore them all the time.” VINTAGE LEVI’S “I have a pair of vintage Levi’s from France that I bought for six euros from a weekend brocante . At the time I was living in Narbonne, a small town near Montpellier.”…

Talk about killer colours. The green that has crept into our wardrobes, or oozed like the similarly hued slime-craze, has a deadly past. Scheele’s green, named after its creator, is a shade closer to chartreuse than shamrock, and in Victorian times was de rigueur, colouring clothing, shoes, soap and silk faux flowers. It was also lethal. Those who dwelled in delicately accoutred rooms, where it lurked colouring the wallpaper, fell to mysterious sickness and untimely ends owing to its arsenic-laced pigment. Thankfully, today’s iteration is less ruinous, more revitalising. Designers at Versace, Paco Rabanne, Balenciaga and Saks Potts are feeling the freshness. Lime and its varietals taking up runway space this season are the cooler sisters to prim sunshine-yellow lemon. At its most lurid, it’s an off filter on spring…

Bold is beautiful This season, Marimekko is embracing the loud and the lively with a collection that features bold patterns, colours and styles. Its new Klaara drawstring bag in purple makes the perfect accessory to give a dramatic display to the day to day. The vivid colour is given a smooth tactile edge with soft nappa leather. Shop online at www.marimekko.com. Spell it out Make a statement with the Anton Initial Collection, which features delicate and graceful necklaces in rose, white and yellow gold set with diamonds. Beautifully crafted, they have the potential to become signature pieces that are never taken off. Available from boutiques in Chadstone or Doncaster, Melbourne, or online. Go to www.antonjewellery.com. Luxe for less Casual day- and sportswear gets a stylish elevation from Melbourne designer Bianca…

ENGLAND • Vintage and antique fairs: Chelsea, and Wilmslow near Manchester • Frock me! Vintage at Kensington Town Hall (@frockmevintage) • Modes and More, Pimlico (@modes_and_more_vintage) IBIZA • Las Dalias and San José flea markets • Boutique Ganesha (@vicenteganesha) USA • Desert Vintage, Arizona @desertvintage • A Current Affair – thrice-yearly market in Los Angeles (@acurrentaffair) • Church Mouse, Palm Beach, Florida ITALY • Navigli street market, Milan • Sabrina Manin vintage store, Milan (@sabrinamaninvintage)…

It’s post-war Italy and Paolo Di Paolo, a young accidental photographer, is shooting reportage imagery for weekly publications Il Mondo and Tempo. Accidental, because his passion for photography was only ignited when a Leica IIIc camera caught his eye in a store window. “I didn’t imagine that this decision would change the course of my life, because I wasn’t able to imagine what my life would be like,” he says measuredly through a translator. Born in a small village in the Italian region of Molise, Di Paolo moves to Rome and goes on to become one of the most prolific contributors to Il Mondo, with over 500 submissions. “Mario Pannunzio [Il Mondo’s editor] viewed photography not as an illustrative tool, but as a narrative medium,” remembers Di Paolo. He captured…

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Natalie Portman is backstage in a dressing room amid the labyrinth of corridors under Melbourne’s opulent Regent Theatre. She is dressed in a bodice, and with her hair pulled back under the matching mesh head covering, her delicate features are accentuated. She looks in the mirror and dabs at her lips; hers is a classic beauty befitting a Hollywood movie star. Then she suddenly turns to the camera with a fierce stare, and in a flicker of her eyes Portman momentarily transforms into Nina, her disturbed ballet dancer in Black Swan, who in a moment of psychosis trashes a dressing room in a climactic scene. In fact, a dressing room is also the scene of a pivotal moment in Portman’s latest film Vox Lux, when her troubled and addictive pop…

From hyper-colour tweeds to dramatic gowns: Vogue Australia has captured the wide-varying range of Lagerfeld’s vision at the storied French house. Here are some of the most memorable images from our archives.…

CLAUDIA NAVONE Tasked with writing a first-person essay (page 44) on the life-changing spiritual experience that inspired her to write a book, Florence-born “teacher of consciousness” and former fashion director Claudia Navone says that through her piece she hopes to “convey the message that we can all transform our consciousness … that it is possible to become happy, peaceful and the creator of a reality we love”. Dividing her time between Florence, London and Ibiza, Navone has no plans to settle down any time soon. “Travelling is a key element of my spiritual journey and will remain so for a long while,” she says. MELISSA LEVY “It’s an incredible honour to work with Vogue Australia; the team behind the publication are pushing boundaries,” says New York-based Australian-Filipino stylist Melissa Levy.…

1. “The photography of Richard Avedon, capturing women in the most dynamic and powerful ways. Every woman Avedon shot has the most empowering effect on me. One of my favourites is this image of Lauren Hutton in 1969. She exuded a natural, effortless confidence.” 2. “Alaïa in 1987. He never succumbed to seasons or trends; he stayed true to his vision. This image is my forever colour palette.” 3. “Having studied the masters for decades, I can’t go past two designers whose principles inspire me on a daily basis: Martin Margiela and Ann Demeulemeester. Designers don’t disrupt like they used to. My obsession with deconstructed tailoring, shirting and knitwear came from these two greats.” 4. “I love the art of Caroline Denervaud. I’ve always loved artists who mix mediums and…

Perfectly balanced Each and every fibre of clothing receives the gentlest of care so you can wash and dry with confidence. AEG SOFTWATER A filter purifies and softens water to prevent fading, wash after wash. OKOMIX TECHNOLOGY Detergent and water are blended and balanced before entering the drum. ABSOLUTECARE SYSTEM Fabrics get individual attention, expertly cradled in the dryer for the best care. SENSIDRY TECHNOLOGY Sensors monitor drying cycles so items aren’t subjected to unnecessary heat. AEG 9000 Series 10kg Washing Machine, $2,599, 8kg Heat Pump Dryer, $2,599, & Stacking Kit with shelf, $149, from Harvey Norman. Just like new The AEG 8000 Series washing machine and dryer perfectly revitalises crumpled clothes without fuss. PROSENSE TECHNOLOGY Wash bright or dark clothing, like your favourite little black dress, over and over…

Lindy Rama-Ellis, founder, Rama Voyage “I prefer sophistication and structure. Usually I have a particular look in mind, whether that is a bold statement colour, or a dress I’ve had my eye on for a while. I’m starting to think about recycling outfits from past years and re-working them. “I absolutely love to look feminine, often opting for a 1950s silhouette, but with some masculine lines. I have been really obsessed with chiffon of late, however, for autumn I could really see myself in some tweed. I don’t have a problem with hem lengths as long as they’re executed in a stylish way. “I’m not a huge hat-wearing person. I personally think they don’t look amazing on me, so I often opt for a single fresh flower or headband. I…

Feminine mystique The Lancôme fragrance La Vie est Belle translates as ‘life is beautiful’ and is a floral bouquet of iris, jasmine, orange blossom and patchouli, a sweetness that speaks of femininity and happiness. Said to have been created to capture the aura of a charismatic woman, the scent is for the carefree – someone happy to blaze her own trail in the world. Go to www.lancome.com.au. Eyes have it A change in eyewear is an easy way to get a fresh look that conveys a new, confident image. Embrace the latest styles at OPSM, which stocks the latest trends, from cat-eye and classic round frames to transparent frames. Choose from designer favourites, such as Prada frames with a tortoiseshell pattern and a twist on the classic frame. For your…

A labour of love, it took Redken global creative director Guido Palau about three hours to accomplish each of these grand hairstyles – all of which comprise at least four wigs, piled one on top of the other. “It’s a bit of escapism,” explains Palau. “I got into fashion because I wanted to create fantasy, and I think we are seeing a return to that.” He’s right. After seasons of do-it-yourself hair looks, there has been a shift. “People have been craving luxury,” says Palau, who styled hair so high and mighty at shows such as Valentino haute couture spring/summer ’19 and Marc Jacobs spring/summer ’19 that you could be forgiven for being distracted momentarily from the clothes. “I’m not suggesting that women should wear their hair like this,” says…

Among the long list of half-truths that exist when it comes to skin, this might be the most frustrating: acne is a skin condition that we should all grow out of. Sounds simple enough: navigate the tumultuous high-school hormonal breakouts and sashay into your adult years with a complexion free of painful pimples. The real truth? Up to 22 per cent of adult women bear a monthly splattering of flare-ups. Add to that the reality of maturing skin – fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation and uneven tone – and you have yourself a hotbed of skin woes. So why are a growing number of women dealing with the same grisly skin conditions that plagued their teenage complexions? Current studies indicate that adult female acne – defined as acne presenting in women…

No-one really expected him to say oui. The idea was fanciful, a communiqué sent to Chanel Paris in 2003 from Vogue Australia’s editor-in-chief at the time, Kirstie Clements, and it was a pipe dream: “I was in France, with Charla [Carter, the Paris-based contributor], at her home in Provence, and we were tossing around names – who could guest-edit the December issue? Who was the most famous in fashion?” says Clements. “It really had to be Karl, because he could photograph, he could write and sketch. He was the ultimate Renaissance man, much more than a designer. All we could do was ask – but yes, we thought it was impossible.” Lagerfeld agreed to the project that same week. The designer’s death this month at the age of 85 has…

Get your bearings The East End Theatre District is actually two pockets in the CBD: the Regent is on Collins Street, across the road from the Athenaeum performing arts theatre, while a few blocks away the Princess Theatre on Spring Street is not far from Her Majesty’s Theatre and the Comedy Theatre on Exhibition Street. Dive into the arts Melbourne’s cultural offerings extend way beyond theatre. The popular annual White Night event lighting up Melbourne landmarks will be reborn this year as a three-day winter festival encompassing dance, film and food, moving from its February timing to August to take advantage of the longer evening hours. The newly opened Housemuseum Galleries in Kew provide the Lyon Housemuseum with much-needed additional exhibition spaces for its contemporary art, architecture and design pieces…

Taurus 21 APRIL – 21 MAY This month sees your body rebooting, although you could be more absorbed emotionally with a love situation that’s been under wraps. Flashing the cash is also more likely, but beware as a recent abundant financial flow may not last. If you explore doing things differently, the insights you gain could bring a shift in your outlook. STYLE ICON: Jenna Coleman Gemini 22 MAY – 21 JUNE If those close to you need more space, avoid attempting to persuade them otherwise. You love to be paired up, but right now being more independent is a valuable learning curve for you. Instead, put your energy into group connections, as ideas from unexpected sources could make some big dreams come true. STYLE ICON: Abbey Lee Kershaw Cancer…

SUGAR POP The obvious thing would be to match pastel with pastel, so one up it with a swathe of the unexpected, like a nearly neon skirt. CANDY COAT Neutrals have had their time in the sun, so think of ice-cream shades as their warmer, more optimistic replacements. Swap out that classic camel coat for a fuzzy shade of strawberry milkshake. ORANGE FIZZ Starting with a base tone and dialling it up is the quick path to energising a wardrobe: try orange sherbet with a kick of electric tangerine. NO SHRINKING VIOLET Some of the season’s most memorable hues come from the less-diluted end of the pastel spectrum, like Parma violet. Pair with understated black, and go. GLISTENING SKILLS Keep it light, or so is the lesson for dabbling in…

It’s awkward to talk about someone else’s beauty, but when faced with Jessica Gomes, it’s hard not to. And her good looks are what has kept her modelling for two decades. In person, pared back and natural, her beauty is especially apparent. Now 34, Gomes is also more at ease with herself, which also helps. “I feel like I know who I am now,” she says, today dressed in vintage Levi’s, which make an appearance in this Vogue shoot. “I know what I like and I know what looks good on me.” Gomes as her authentic self is typically dressed in jeans, T-shirt and flats – currently Balenciaga boots or sneakers, Spring Court sneakers, or her most recent purchase, Chanel Velcro sandals. “I’m a size 40 but they only had…

Had it not been for Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent might have had a very different legacy in fashion. “He taught me the essential,” Yves Saint Laurent wrote in 1986 of his mentor Christian Dior, whom he worked under. It was part of “the necessary seeds that would allow me to assert myself, grow strong, blossom and finally exude my own universe”. The two shared a mutual respect and friendship, with the elder designer teaching Saint Laurent not just about design, but the tenets of running a label. Dior himself held Saint Laurent in high regard. “Yves Saint Laurent is young, but he is in immense talent,” Dior wrote in a letter to his partner Jacques Rouet, crediting 34 out of 180 of his latest designs to the young designer,…

Here’s how to create a blockbuster brand: design a line of dresses and separates that are wardrobe fixer-uppers; a peppy outfit refreshment with cheerful prints and a retro slant. But, still sensible enough in length – minis, midis and maxis with flattering slits – and cuts, so they fit properly and wisely thus eliminating the ‘do-you-wear-a-bra-or-not?’ dilemma. Look, I know it sounds boring, but these practicalities are, well, useful – to use a word that is less oft come across in the world of of-the-moment cool fashion. And they’re at a price point that will leave you enough change to purchase a new pair of shoes as well, a factoid that many brands quietly whisper rather than shout. It’s obvious, really, when you think about it – simple enough from…

I have never written a film before, but co-writer Joshua Tyler and I were teaching some acting students in Sydney when I told him I grew up in the Northern Territory. He mentioned he’d been up there and loved the adventure and the beauty, which is the way I see it. So many people just see the Territory through the lens of serial killers and crocodiles, so Josh said: ‘We should write a rom-com set in the NT.’ I was quite nervous initially … I’ve always understood how I saw the world, but to articulate it was another thing completely, so having a wonderful crew and cast helped me understand the world I created. “The film is about Lauren, a high-flying Sydney lawyer who gets engaged to Ned. The couple…

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Australian digital sensations Chloe Morello, 28, and Sammy Robinson, 22, nestle into white linen sofas on location at our photo shoot with the ease of two friends who have a lot to catch up on. With a combined audience of almost six million across YouTube, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, each make a living sharing their beauty routines and lifestyles while navigating the exciting albeit tumultuous terrain of the digital Zeitgeist. Here, they discuss digital detoxes, growing up with an audience, and their plans for the future. Remy Rippon: “How do you feel about having such a large audience?” Sammy Robinson: “I get a bit anxious about it because I don’t like people watching me and I have hundreds of thousands of people watching me. I used to be like: ‘I…

Considering how long females have graced this earth, it’s astounding to think it was only 21 years ago that scientific research discovered something fundamental about that crucial female sexual organ, the clitoris. In 1998, Melbourne-based urologist Dr Helen O’Connell published a groundbreaking paper debunking the long-held belief that the clitoris was merely a small glans, proving instead that it extends up to nine centimetres long underneath the pubic bone. The findings set a more accurate representation for medical professionals, sexologists, educators and womankind of the inner workings of one of the most complicated areas of the female body. Revolutionary as the research was, however, there is still a lot we don’t know about female sexuality. At least 50 per cent of women don’t orgasm from intercourse alone and some don’t…

“Kirstie Clements and family were staying with my family and I down south in Provence at my farmhouse in Beaumes de Venise. I remember we were both in the kitchen late one night and I casually mentioned Karl Lagerfeld and she immediately pounced on the idea and said: ‘Well, why not? Let’s make him guest editor!’ At the time, I don’t think it had been done before; our project was the first ever. “From then on, it was a roller-coaster ride. The project, planning the Vogue Australia December 2003 issue, took up most of my time for six months. There was the initial meeting with Karl – lunch with him en tête-à-tête in his fabulous hôtel particulier on the rue de l’Université, where we would later photograph Kylie Minogue. I…

Although she heads a storied Parisian couture house, Givenchy creative director Clare Waight Keller does much of her creative strategising in stately isolation a Eurostar’s journey away from the brand’s hub in the bustling 8th arrondissement – under the whitewashed eaves of a handsome Georgian house in London’s leafy Kensington, in fact, where she has transformed a former pied-àterre into her research-and-design laboratory, lined with books and her archive. A brace of former bedrooms is now subsumed by racks of garments that might trigger design ideas – pieces from her own wardrobe or finds from decades spent trawling Portobello Road and London’s quirky vintage stores. The giant inspiration boards that line the walls of the Givenchy studios are photographed and printed out to a manageable scale for Waight Keller to…

WHERE TO EAT Lesa on 122 Russell Street offers pre-theatre menus from 5pm; or head to veteran restaurateur Rinaldo di Stasio’s Di Stasio Citta at 35 Spring Street for exquisite handmade pasta. WHERE TO DRINK Seek out Juliet, on Little Bourke Street behind the Princess Theatre, snaggle a fireside seat and order some pre-theatre share plates, or head to the eclectic Peaches, at 310 Swanston Street. WHERE TO STAY The perennially hip QT Melbourne, the stately 19th-century Hotel Windsor and the Sofitel Melbourne on Collins are the top-end picks all within a few minutes’ walk of the major theatres.…