Trends
The ugly sweater just got a James Bond makeover
Label of the moment Loewe and Daniel Craig are pushing patterned knitwear to the fashion front line.
- by Damien Woolnough
Latest
Princess Catherine’s purple streak is a Wimbledon winner
While royal rivals turned to feminine florals, Catherine, Princess of Wales, took a colourful stand at the tennis.
- by Damien Woolnough
This makeup trend might be hard to master, but it’s worth the effort
How to nail the “sunset blush” technique that is going viral on TikTok.
- by Stephanie Darling
What do women want? Pocket equality is a good start
For centuries, pockets were considered essential for men but optional for women. These Australian designers are making a difference.
- by Damien Woolnough
Glass hair that sparkles and shines. This is how to achieve it
Who doesn’t want lustrous, super-reflective hair? Here are the tools and products for a perfectly polished look.
- by Stephanie Darling
Would you pay to smell like chloroform or cigarette butts?
Consumers are eschewing mainstream fragrances in favour of unique scents that tell a story.
- by Lauren Ironmonger
Gold, silver and denim: The best and worst Olympic uniforms
Judo suits, splattered skirts and bro blazers will be worn by athletes from around the world at the opening ceremony on the Seine.
- by Damien Woolnough
The best tools to boost your skincare routine
A round-up of the gadgets that are worth the splurge.
- by Stephanie Darling
We’re a nation obsessed with puffer jackets. But are they sustainable?
Australia’s unofficial winter uniform is being re-engineered to make it kinder to the planet. But consumers will need an investment mindset.
- by Melissa Singer
Opinion
Parenting
Renowned for their stench, teen boys are now experts on designer fragrances
It used to be that the pungent and distinct waft of a teen’s body odour would be covered by overly generous sprays of Lynx. Now, tween boys are turning to Dior to mask their B.O.
- by Shona Hendley
Tres chic: how to nail French-girl beauty with little effort
The tousled fringe, barely there make-up and a general “je ne sais quoi” sum up that quintessential Gallic look.
- by Stephanie Darling