Deni Todorovic: “Find the meaning of home within yourself”

This activist is rewriting rules and living an authentic life

Who Non-binary icon, stylist, blogger and author, Deni Todorovic. Where Weatherboard beach house. Favourite thing I’m doing a whole lot of ‘tszujing’ to make the space feel like a reflection of me. I’ve converted two bedrooms into an office and a dressing room. Inspiration Natural elements alongside injections of colour. Home is If you can find the true meaning of home within yourself, you will feel at home in any space you occupy.

Deni’s truth: Empathy, love, kindness

Living a fabulously colourful and uplifting life, Deni Todorovic is someone we can all take cues from – even if we only mimic their morning routine.

“Each morning with a cup of instant coffee, I listen to a motivational speech by Oprah and then I write out my gratitude list and set my intention for the day ahead.”

With a career that is constantly evolving, the beloved social media identity recently released their book, Love This For You.

Deni says self-love is critical

Love This For You by Deni Todorovic

“The book was born out of the daily conversations I have with my audience over at @stylebydeni. Years ago I was an ambassador for a campaign called ‘The Self Love Uprising’ and my DMs were inundated with questions like ‘How do you love yourself? How do you live so authentically?’ So many humans of all walks of life are walking through the world not knowing who they are or how to love themselves.”

Deni’s home life in a small coastal town in the Bellarine Peninsula, Victoria, is also an extension of his bliss. It’s a four-minute drive from their front door to the ocean and the cottage’s humble charm, wooden floors and natural light drew them to the property.

“It’s a work in progress with pops of green and pink, marble tabletops, fashion books, a touch of leopard print et cetera.”

Words: Catherine Nikas-Boulos

Welcome to Country poster

It is important to acknowledge whose country we stand and live in. This poster serves as a daily reminder of the rightful owners of this land.

Marble bowl - where the keys live

I’m notorious for misplacing my keys so this bowl keeps them in one place. I love marble and forest green so it’s a very chic combo.

A fashion legend

Gianni Versace was the first designer I ever heard of when I was a little child. This book is filled with runway collections that always inspire glamour.

Balenciaga house slippers

I have a penchant for a jazzy slipper. It started as a child and I talk about it in the second chapter of my book. I have a handful on rotation but I wear these most days because the satin is just so comfy and luxe.

Good morning, from Alexa

My mornings almost always begin with a dance in the kitchen while making my coffee. My audience has become very familiar with my conversations with Alexa. Beyonce is on heavy rotation right now.

Pops of pink

Pink and green is my favourite colour combination at the moment. This cushion is the perfect pop of pink.

A favourite perfume

I wear fragrance every day even if I’m just at home in trackies so with that said it is absolutely a home essential. This is my signature scent.

Cocktail hour glassware

In lockdown I started a series called Cocktails With Deni so that I could teach myself how to make cocktails in iso. It’s become a staple in my content offering and I love finding ways to make cocktail hour more glam. These glasses are perfect.