Collectables
Opinion
Five Minutes with Fitz
Among Glenn A. Baker’s greatest hits was knocking over Stevie Nicks
Glenn A. Baker is to Australian rock music what Bob Woodward is to American politics. But questions remain. The “A”? The hat? What happened backstage at Countdown?
- by Peter FitzSimons
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Ever wanted to dress like Hugh Jackman? Now you can
Some of Australian TV and film’s most iconic costumes are going to auction this week, including clothes worn by Hugh Jackman, Toni Collette and Nicole Kidman
- by Stephen Crafti
Analysis
Architecture
Love it or loathe it, 1980s architecture is back in the frame
Whether it’s the return of big shoulder pads or the Memphis movement from the early 1980s, sometimes it’s difficult to pinpoint when and where there’s a shift in direction.
- by Stephen Crafti
Analysis
Analysis
Why pieces from this Australian designer could soon be worth thousands
Akira Isogawa is a name in fashion that needs little introduction, and keen collectors have started to chase after his iconic pieces.
- by Stephen Crafti
Why Michael Jackson offered to pay $37,000 for one of these hats
Hats from leading designers are commanding serious dosh and are becoming more popular in the eyes of collectors.
- by Stephen Crafti
Analysis
Analysis
Why more people are investing in – and wearing – vintage fashion
Buyers don’t just want to shop sustainably – they want to own a piece of history.
- by Stephen Crafti
Analysis
Analysis
‘A slow burn’: Why it’s never too late to take up photography
While the term “emerging” generally refers to someone who is young and showing signs of promise, older photographers are making waves across the country.
- by Stephen Crafti
High-end collectors tighten their belts as rising cost of living bites
Cost-of-living pressures show no favours, with the ultra-rich tightening their belts as demand slumps for high-end art, upmarket jewellery and handbags, and collectable cars.
- by Carolyn Cummins
Slam dunk: Air Jordans worth $15,000 found in a donation bin
The sneakers - Nike Air Jordan Retro 3s with a striking metallic gold with a Nike Swoosh - are now going up for auction.
- by Victor Mather
Analysis
Analysis
Tossing your toy boxes? You could be throwing away thousands of dollars
Instead of tearing apart the box your gifts come in this Christmas, consider packing it away somewhere safe. It could end up being worth thousands.
- by Stephen Crafti
Opinion
Ask an expert
Are classic cars worth investing in?
To make money from a classic car, it needs to have something special about it.
- by Paul Benson
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