Fashion designers
The new Karl Lagerfeld has arrived at Chanel. Here’s what to expect
After a six-month search, one of the most coveted jobs in fashion has been filled by a face familiar to many.
- by Damien Woolnough
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Meet the Australian designers who won’t wait for the Met Gala
These local designers to watch in 2025 will take to the red carpet closer to home.
- by Damien Woolnough
Fashion side hustles: Would you like a rug with that dress?
Why your favourite fashion designers end up on homewares, kitchen appliances, vacuum cleaners and bottles of Diet Coke.
- by Damien Woolnough
Classic Country Road returns to the fashion frontlines with top award
Stephen Bennett, founder of Country Road, is finally recognised by the Australian fashion industry with an award.
- by Damien Woolnough
When Collette Dinnigan did a tour in Italy, she didn’t expect to find a kindred spirit
Meeting French cook and author Mimi Thorisson was the beginning of a special friendship.
- by Jane Rocca
Nicky Hilton on her biggest style mistake: ‘We had no idea how bad it was for us’
The socialite and fashion designer also shares the details of the blazer she “can’t live without”.
- by Georgie Gordon
I was in a bar with Jean Paul Gaultier and Madonna. This is the outfit I wore
“It was exactly what I wanted to be wearing, sitting in the bar with those people,” says fashion designer Amy Smilovic.
- by Georgie Gordon
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Melbourne Cup
American royalty returns to the Melbourne Cup after 21 years
Nicky Hilton Rothschild will attend the Spring Carnival with Australian designer Rebecca Vallance-Gasan.
- by Damien Woolnough
Katy Perry won the grand final but can she sell a dress?
For most Australian labels, it takes more than a celebrity coathanger to survive.
- by Damien Woolnough
‘Everyone’s watching’: Our last man standing on the Paris runway
Weeks into fashion month, designer Christopher Esber finally showcases Australia’s creative spirit.
- by Damien Woolnough
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Style
The Aje of affordability: Luxury label lowers prices for Gen Z
A collection targeted at young customers has Aje expanding its universe and putting rumours to rest.
- by Damien Woolnough
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