Jewels in the crown
When top designers want to embellish their creations with baubles, spangles and beads they find the craftsmanship they need in India
Wish
Smarty pants
Sean Ashby took his wares overseas, which is why AussieBum swimmers and smalls now cover men’s bottoms all over the world
Market forces
When you buy from the city’s produce markets, don’t assume the merchandise is top-notch or even that the groceries are green
Pool party
Designed with the best and worst of Queensland weather in mind, this Surfers Paradise entertaining area is a year-round oasis
At home with Colette Garnsey
Fashion forecaster, avid reader and dedicated cook
Profile: Bryan Meehan
Bryan Meehan, eco capitalist
London calling
Tim and Kit Kemp, the couple behind the quirky and glamorous Firmdale Hotels are winning accolades faster than you can say “boutique”
Profile: Kristina Karlsson
Stationery entrepreneur
Wesley Enoch
Playwright, homebody and hoarder of all things sentimental
Michael Gow, playwright
Michael Gow, playwright, reflects on life
It’s a man’s world
The froufrou in menswear is the lunatic fringe, the real money’s in tailoring. Meet the woman who has masterminded Hermes’ success
First
Burberry trenches; Kailis pearls; Carsten Holler’s art in London; Queensland’s Q1 Resort & Spa; Yves Saint Laurent’s new L’Homme range
Tiers for fears
Staggered from home to harbour, a clever series of terraces, hedges and leafy canopies puts this home one step ahead of the rest
Paris of the Pampas
Alvear Palace Hotel, Buenos Aires
Red handed
Ditch that dried-up turkey – crustaceans bring cracking good fun to the Christmas table
Cutting edge
Crime show star Rodger Corser meets Joe Black – and gets fitted up a treat by the “espoke” tailor
Cut and thrust
Lamborghini’s new concept sedan is named after the sword a matador uses to deliver the coup de grace
Michael Veitch: actor, writer
Michael Veitch, actor and writer, reflects on life
No alternative
Homeopathic remedies are often embraced by those wary (or weary) of conventional medicine
Sunny side up
Bill Granger is the golden boy of hot breakfasts and now serves up his fare to millions of British and Japanese viewers
Yasawa Island Resort and Spa, Fiji
With the ocean at your doorstep and everything else you might need a few languid steps away, this is an idyllic Blue Lagoon hideaway
Shop front
Melbourne has turned itself inside out to become a world-class retail mecca and all it wants for Christmas is a million shoppers
First
Designer Rosita Missoni, champagne and the best of December
Penelope Seidler, architect
Penelope Seidler, architect, reflects on life OCTOBER 2008 ISSUE
Fully booked
Instead of disappearing, books have morphed into exciting new forms of publishing. Topping the pile are the coveted super-size titles
Ripple effect
A timber and glass cliffhanger of a house pulls panoramic views of Sydney’s northern beaches right into the living areas.
Good to go
Picnics don’t have to be enjoyed miles away. All that’s required is fabulous food and a licence to lounge
Designing women
Three fashion designers who have so many “hats” that their job descriptions – and careers – are open-ended
The Taj West End, Bangalore
Find peace, quiet and heritage charm in the heart of India’s frenetic Silicon Valley
Natural habitat
Sir Terence Conran has filled his home with inspiring objects
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