Today
Travel far, travel light. Leave room for a $500,000 quokka
A skimpy but special swimsuit, tiny skin creams, a petite board game. Plus the tidy travel bags to squeeze them into.
- Eugenie Kelly
This Month
No designer? No problem as Chanel flies high at Fashion Week
Chanel’s creative director Virginie Viard left the brand in June, leaving the French house without a leader. For the brand’s loyal clients, it’s not an issue.
- Lauren Sams
September
Your feet are killing me
This summer, New York men broke with convention by ditching closed shoes. But should you be flaunting your toes in the city?
- Guy Trebay
Christopher Esber steals the show at Paris Fashion Week
On a drizzly day in Paris, the Australian designer delivered bright new ideas for dressing.
- Lauren Sams
Are capri pants really back?
A reader is curious – and concerned – about the supposed return of the cropped style.
- Lauren Sams
Everything you’ve always wanted to know about Fashion Week
The whole soiree is actually a month, taking in four big events in New York, London, Milan and Paris. Here’s a rundown of what’s been happening on the runways.
- Lauren Sams
Dolce&Gabbana CEO in Australia to party and sell the dream
The Italian fashion powerhouse is moving boldly into skincare, homewares – even dog fragrances.
- Luke Benedictus
Everyday objects that will give you and your home a lift
Shop local or spread your wings. This week’s edit of lovely luxuries covers the world.
- Eugenie Kelly
This summer is going to be hot, but in a good way
Our weekly edit of beautiful things to buy ranges from the purely practical to the YOLO. In other words, there’s something for everyone.
- Eugenie Kelly
Heaven scent or mouldy stinker? Exclusive aromas are getting ‘out there’
Le Labo’s new coriander fragrance has been engineered to remind you of Mexico City’s central park. You’ll love it or hate it.
- Benjamen Judd
Former Young Rich Lister’s surprise return to the business she left behind
Erin Deering is about to launch her new fashion brand, and says it’s surreal to be back in the game after nearly 10 years away.
- Lauren Sams
Do these $1275 pants live up to the hype?
Alissa Zachary cut her teeth at The Row and Khaite. With her brand High Sport, many think she’s made the perfect pair of pants.
- Lauren Sams
Spring to it with a beaded butterfly bag and other fresh treats
Splash out or spend wisely – but whatever you do, it’s time to embrace the new season with style upgrades for your wardrobe, your home, and your wrist.
- Eugenie Kelly
The creative mind behind Bulgari’s bejewelled ‘investment’ bags
Fashion designer Mary Katrantzou is now officially leading the charge at Bulgari’s accessories division, creating bags as precious as a piece of high jewellery.
- Eugenie Kelly
Why the dress watch will never go out of style
In Ripley, the new Netflix adaptation of Patricia Highsmith’s book, wristwear becomes a central plot device. Watch and learn.
- Luke Benedictus
I didn’t love my hair, until I lost it
AFR journalist Lauren Sams hoped losing her hair might feel empowering, but it just made her sad – and cross at anybody who takes their tresses for granted.
- Lauren Sams
Where to buy crease-free travel clothing
Don’t bother with the hotel iron – pack these comfortable and stylish threads instead.
- Lauren Sams
This summer’s most stylish status symbols come from luxury hotels
Forget Dior and Chanel. Wearing swag from beloved holiday properties has suddenly become the latest and hottest fashion trend.
- Sarah Rappaport
August
Rodd & Gunn’s winning formula: Make him a little younger, still rugged
Having successfully expanded in the US, the Queenstown-based menswear brand expects to double revenues in a year.
- Brook Turner
Classic movie posters and an amazing sheepskin chair. What’s hot to shop
From beautifully original tablescaping to stylish cross-body bags for men, we have inspired suggestions for you.
- Eugenie Kelly