Is this the death of the G-string?
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Fashion Trends
The Government’s war on onesies
FORGET ‘stopping the boats’: the Immigration Department is stopping onesies at work. And UGG boots. And thongs. And jeans.
Lace is back in a big way
LACE is back in a big way this month with both celebrities and street-style stars from around the world wearing monochromatic outfits featuring lace that look ultra-glamorous.
‘Yes, your bum does look big in that’
YES. Your bum does look big in that. But why not try this skirt instead? There’s a mirror that can now recommend which clothes will look good on you.
Why women are buying $900 leggings
WOMEN are willing to pay big money for these leggings. Really big money. What could possibly make them so special?
This is what ‘sexy’ used to look like
MY, HOW you’ve changed! If there was ever any doubt, today’s undies bear little similarity to those from 150 years ago. In fact, the change is nothing short of dramatic.
Fashionistas ditch the bling
Sydneysiders are ditching flashy jewellery, opting for simple understated pieces with engraved messages, nicknames and original quotes.
Are you game for Thrones winter style?
FORGET jeans and T-shirts, this season we’re all going warrior style thanks to the far-reaching influence of TV’s Game of Thrones.
Karen Walker on the scent of success
AFTER testing 200 scents, designer Karen Walker has made her first eau de parfum.
Feminine force at Fashion Week
MIDI lengths brought ‘50s-inspired fashion into focus at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia, writes Donny Galella.
Summer is out, flares are in
COATS and cosy knits are coming out of the closet for the first time this year. Fashion editor Kim Wilson takes a look at the hot trends for the cooler months.
Meet the 93-year-old fresher than you
SHE wears coke-bottle glasses, chunky vintage jewellery and peacock colours. Now the world’s most fashionable 93-year-old will star in a film released next month.
Fashion Week Australia hits the mark
FASHION Week was right on target with wearable collections from our top designers and plenty to inspire the local and international market, writes PRUE LEWINGTON.
Style Snippets: Buyers call for a rebrand
TO avoid empty seats front row, International buyers are urging IMG to rebrand Fashion Week as a Resort event.
Music royalty rock Aussie labels
FASHION FIX: Beyonce dons Bec & Bridge and Burberry comes to Beverly Hills. Catch up with all this week’s developments in the material world.
TRICKY TREND: How to wear culottes
LOVE them or loathe them culottes are a staple this season. Nail this tricky trend with fashion inspiration from your favourite stars.
What you’ll be wearing this year
COLD shoulders, super shine and uber-gladiators. What looks will you be confronted with as you walk through the shops this year?
TREND: Thigh high splits at #MBFWA 15’
THIGH high splits are all the rage from the runway to the streets… check out the best looks at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia 2015.
TREND: Gold luxe at #MBFWA 15’
GOLDEN-TOUCH: Be bright, be you in this luxe look straight off the runway at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia 2015.
WINTER TREND: Lengthy looks at #MBFWA 15’
DON’T lose your cool when you’re picking your Winter 2015 pieces, the longer the better… Here are the best examples at #MBFAW.
TREND: Flare fashion at #MBFWA 15’
FLARING UP: Off and on the runway ‘flares’ is the hottest trend of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia 2015.
One dedicated follower of Fashion Week
AS a student working at the first MAFW and now Australian head of strategy and brand at IMG Fashion, Emily Weight has fond memories of seeing local talent come of age.
Why Coachella is the place to be
THE Coachella Music Festival has a staggering line-up of artists — including many Aussie performers — but its influence now goes way beyond the music world. Here’s why it matters.
Style Snipetts: Bridging the gap
LOCAL brand Bec & Bridge will debut its new bikini range at Carriageworks tomorrow.
Model re-union for Bonds’ century
LEGENDARY Aussie undie brand Bonds is getting some of its hottest names, including Miranda Kerr, together for a huge celebrity photoshoot to mark its 100th birthday.
The mouse who roared
SHE’S the Russian It girl who became the internet’s accidental fashion sensation. In a world where celebrities and models reign supreme, pint-sized Miroslava Duma is a giant, writes BRIANA DOMJEN
Style Snippets: Lycra makes a comeback
WEARING Lycra in public is considered the ultimate fashion faux pas — but that’s about to change.
Hit list: What’s hot this winter
AS temperatures drop, we’ve rounded up this season’s must-have items to get you through in style.
Oz supports French ban on anorexic models
LOCAL model Fernanda Ly is so busy in New York she won’t be back for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia.
Style Snippets: Russian to rule MBFWA
INTERNATIONAL media star Miroslava Duma will host Sydney’s swankiest soiree next month during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.
Montana Cox rocks denim retro trend
SUPERMODEL Montana Cox stars in autumn’s best denim pieces.
Can a brand survive its designer
THEY are some of Australia’s biggest labels, made famous by the vision of their well-known designers. So can they thrive after their founding names and brains depart? Prue Lewington investigates.
Maxis sweep the floor in new trend
HEMLINES have reached maximum capacity with a global fast fashion chain reporting Australian women have ditched their miniskirts in favour of ankle-skimmers.
Pippa Middleton looks amazing
PIPPA Middleton looked stunning in a pleated pale blue frock at the ParaSnowBall in London last night — and we know where you can buy her dress.
The most unlikely fashion icon?
HERE’S lookin’ at poo, kid. The smiley poo emoji has become something of a fashion icon. Wait till you see how far this trend has spread.
Runway: What’s on trend this autumn/winter
THE autumn/winter shows have wrapped and to help guide you through the gazillion new trends on offer — we’ve honed in on three wearable styles that look good now.
Style Snippets: Future of fashion week
IT’S fair to say the digital revolution has changed Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia but founder, Simon Lock says the biggest shifts are yet to come.
Spring racing fashion: Field of dreams
WINTER’S long, lean shapes tick all the boxes for looking chic and modest at the races this winter.
Style Snippets: Kim Ellery’s LA story
Renowned Aussie designer Kym Ellery will move to LA this November to take on the US.
Elegance and sparkle at Paris Fashion Week
DESIGNERS have upped the ritzy quotient, bringing on sparkle, shine and over-the-top elegance at the autumn/winter 2015 shows.
Is lay-by a retail taboo or a smart move?
‘AM I alone in feeling like the retail practice is only slightly less shame-inducing than actual shoplifting?’ Meg Mason explores the art of lay-by.
This Apple Watch costs $96,000
IF the regular Apple Watch isn’t prestigious enough for you, check out these luxury models that cost more than your car.
Brit fashion extravaganza!
BRITAIN’S A-listers are out in full-force from London Fashion Week to Elle Style Awards. Check out all the must see pics are here.
Nic, Keith’s embarrassing double-up
NICOLE Kidman and Keith Urban are a pretty adorable couple and we’re putting their marital bliss down to their mutual strong hair game, on display at the Oscars today.
Academy Awards’ most expensive jewellery
JAWDROPPING and iconic pieces have glittered on the red carpet throughout Oscar’s history. Check out some of the most expensive pieces ever.
The worst red carpet we’ve seen
THE 90s called, and they want their fashion back. Here’s why the 2015 Oscars red carpet is the worst we’ve ever seen.
The new trend Taylor is loving
THE jumpsuit is having a moment — and we are absolutely loving it. Taylor Swift, Gwen Stefani and Guilana Rancic are all rocking the look on the Grammys red carpet today.
How to dress for career success
WHAT to wear? It’s a conundrum we face every morning. A fashion psychologist (yep, that’s a thing) explains how to dress with confidence.
Fashion returns to the ‘70s
WE have just sent Vogue’s March issue to print, which is one of our biggest issues of the year. In it we introduce the new season, and the most significant trend to emerge is a rebirth of the 1970s.
Myer’s glam autumn/winter 2015
MYER is taking a fresh approach to winter this year and glamour is the common theme. Shoppers can expect to be spoilt for choice with the store’s new line-up.
Style Snippets: News, trends and shopping
AUSSIE model Jessica Gomes will unveil the 2015 Sports Illustrated swimsuit edition at a VIP cocktail party in the US next month.
Urban Runway: Caribbean chic with a hot bikini
FASHION buyer Audrey Challe’s style is reminiscent of her Carribean roots and the perfect summer uniform for living and working in the Bondi area.
Why we’re all talking about Tomic’s socks
WE’RE only two days in to the first Grand Slam of the year, but boy have we seen some weird and wonderful things on the court. Like Tomic’s socks.
Best exercise clothes for summer revealed
THE conundrum of what to wear when you exercise in summer is a tricky one. Sure cotton is great, but regular cotton t-shirts are thick, and that makes a big difference in 40-degree heat. Here’s what to do.
Eight ways to find the perfect pair of jeans
MANY people find jeans shopping to be a traumatizing experience – on par with bikini shopping, or fighting off a small lion with a chair. But they haven’t read this advice …
Style snippets: News, trends and shopping
GET the lowdown on street chic with these fashion style snippets from PRUE LEWINGTON.
Code Red: This week’s hits and misses
ACTRESS Amy Adams was clearly the chosen one at the People’s Choice Awards in Los Angeles in a custom-made cobalt blue strapless dress this week.
Secretary chic is hotter than ever
REINVENT your office wardrobe this summer with classic sunray-pleated skirts. The secretary chic look is hotter than ever, writes PRUE LEWINGTON.
Rihanna gets the boot, sort of
THE ever stylish Rihanna adds another string to her bow as she snares job as ambassador with exercise powerhouse, Puma.
Unzipped: Fashion news, trends and shopping
IT’S only been a couple of weeks but the David Lawrence print dress, $249, is shaping up to be this summer’s bestseller.
Dirty Dancing cast get into the Swinging ‘60s
TAKING inspiration from the catwalks, the cast from Dirty Dancing pose up in hyper-cool styles from the ’60s.
CelebCon: 2014’s most revealing fashions
SKIN was IN this year: From Rihanna to Amber Rose we take you through the most shockingly revealing outfits of the year.
Why everyone HATES this colour
EVERY year since 1990, the Pantone Colour Institute has nominated a Colour of the Year – but things haven’t quite gone to plan for this year’s pick.
The best swimwear for every body shape
MAKING a splash in swimwear this season need not be as daunting as it seems – you don’t need to have a model’s physique. We’ve found the best bathers for every body shape.
Unzipped: News, trends and shopping
CHAIN brands rely heavily on the ideas of high-end designers but one has to wonder how, when a new season comes around, emerging labels present similar prints.
Aussie designers on schedule for Paris Fashion Week
STRATEAS. CARLUCCI is Australia’s most in-demand. With an upcoming show in Paris, muse Lindy Klim poses exclusively for Insider in the label’s latest collection.
Unzipped: Topshop to auction celebrity gowns
HERE’S your chance to dress like a star. UK giant Topshop is selling a selection of floor-sweeping gowns worn by celebrities, including Kendall Jenner, Chanel Iman, Jourdan Dunn and Toni Garrn.
Is side-boob back for the summer season?
KATE Hudson never puts a foot wrong when it comes to fashion and her latest side-boob flash is no exception.
Wang collection wings it at H&M
AUSTRALIAN fashionistas were the first in the world to get their hands on Alexander Wang’s much hyped collaboration with retailer H&M today — and showed appreciation by clearing out the men’s collection.
Super-easy Halloween costumes for lazy people
SO you’ve got a Halloween party on tonight and you have nothing to wear. Here are some easy ideas for lazy last-minute partygoers.
The spring trends you need to know
WHAT will you be wearing this season? We round up the best of the Spring 2015 trends for you before you get your online shopping fix.
Men rate Lara, Kim K and Posh
WE asked six men to review the outfit of a stylish celebrity and give us their honest opinion of their fashion choices. Here’s what they came up with.
The one dress you need this summer
CAN YOU really find a dress which ticks every summer trend box for under $30? The answer is yes — and we’ve found it for you.
No Missoni for you!
FRUSTRATED customers have not been able to log on to the Target website since early morning to get their hands on the much-hyped Missoni designer range.
Things you should stop wearing immediately
THERE are some things we just cannot stand. Ugg boots in public. High-waisted denim butt shorts. Birkenstocks. Before summer hits in full force, here’s what you need to avoid.
Unzipped: News, trends and shopping
ITALIAN fashion heir, Angela Missoni and matriarch, Señora Rosita Missoni landed in Sydney yesterday to launch their new collaboration with Target.
How to be a trackside goddess
THEY’RE off and racing in this year’s style stakes, and one of this season’s trackside trends is form-fitting goddess dresses in eye-popping candy hues.
Is this Australia’s latest ‘it’ shoe?
IT’S definitely no Louboutin, but Skechers are running out the door in Australia. Could this be the end of wearing uncomfortable shoes?
We road test the ‘unstainable’ t-shirt
THERE’S a new white t-shirt that apparently doesn’t stain. We’ve got our doubts, so we took one toddler, one bowl of chilli con carne, and a pristine white top to test it out.
Please let this not be a trend
ONE of Australia’s most stylish men is encouraging blokes to rock this kooky accessory for spring racing season. Would you do it?
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