How to look fabulous at 50 (and beyond)
OLD is the new black. Fifty is the new 30. Sixty is the new 40. Or as one friend recently suggested – 70 is the new 55! Whatever your number, age is all…
Borrowed from the boys: Flat shoes for every woman’s wardrobe
WHILE there is a place for heels in every woman’s wardrobe, flat shoes are an obvious choice for practical reasons. But with flats this amazing, who needs heels? Unless you…
Style matters: Old is the new black
BLAME it on Ari Seth Cohen or call it the Advanced Style phenomena, but age is all the rage. Read it another way and it means that old is the…
How to age gracefully: 20 tips for a happier healthier you
There are plenty of creams, facial botox or other treatments that promise to erase wrinkles and slow down the hands of time. But how do we age gracefully? Despite all…
How to rock a statement necklace
GIORGIO Armani once said “elegance is not about being noticed, it’s about being remembered”. Being remembered is one thing, but what woman doesn’t want to be noticed? The best way…
How to look rich when you’re not
WANT to look like you have more cash than dash? More luxe than less? Or just want to upgrade your look? Being rich and fabulous isn’t always about money. And…
10 innovations that changed fashion forever
WHERE would women be without a bra? Imagine getting undressed without zips? A life without jeans? Fashion trends come and go, but our lives have been transformed by the invention…
Made with love: Courtesy Of The Artist
EVERY city has its different destinations, those “quarters”, districts or laneways known for specific interests. It might be food-related, high fashion, fabric, homewares or the banking and legal fraternities. It’s also…
A stylish life: Charlotte Blakeney
IT’S funny what life throws at you sometimes. How paths cross in life’s little journeys or run parallel with others. Or how we have short interactions and go on our…
How to wear black and navy together
BLACK would have to be the most popular fashion colour in the world. It’s WARDROBE 101 and there’s a reason why we wear so much of it. Just like the LBD,…
Tackling Hair Loss
Hair loss is a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide, transcending gender, age, and race. It can be a source of significant psychological distress, impacting self-esteem and emotional…
When is style “iconic”? When it’s absolutely perfect
AS a journalist, one of my pet hates is the misuse of certain words. Words such as “like” when used instead of “such as, as or as if”. Or the…
Need a confidence booster?
Cosmetic surgery has transcended its reputation as mere vanity procedures to become recognized for its profound psychological benefits, particularly in boosting self-confidence. For many women, undergoing cosmetic surgery is not…
My life, my style: Country Road celebrates 40 years
THEY talk about “great years” when describing vintages of wine. I know it’s a long bow but you could also draw similar parallels in the fashion industry. While 1974 was…
The rules of retail therapy: Research, reconnaissance and reward
A NEW season promises new inspiration, new ideas and a new energy. It’s also about research, reconnaissance and reward — the rules of retail therapy. Autumn is one of my…
How to dress — and play — the leading lady
RECENT seasons have seen the return of a retro ladylike style aesthetic. A real favourite of mine, the ladylike style trend means it’s time to embrace the woman within and express…
A stylish life: Susie Stenmark
SHE’S one of Sydney’s most stylish women, but Susie Stenmark has always yearned to create. The former Chanel communications manager is the epitome of grace and humility. She has an innate sense of calm and…
My life, my style: In the mood for a white wardrobe
WHITE is so hot white now! While I’m in the mood for a white wardrobe (and continuing on from my previous post), thought I’d share some more of the summer…
It’s time for some new year style resolutions
I’M not a big new year’s resolutions person. My father always used to say “rules are meant to be broken!” So unless I feel so strongly about something, I generally just resolve…
How to shop — and survive — the Boxing Day sales
CHRISTMAS is done and dusted! And the new year is just around the corner. But what every woman loves more than anything, is a great bargain. So with the Boxing…
So, this is Christmas
IN a perfect world we’d all be super organised and the festive frolic would be in full swing! The tree trimmed and tinsel twinkling. The shopping done and wrapped. Christmas…
The ultimate guide to swimsuit shopping
FOR many in the southern hemisphere, summer is the time for the annual pilgrimage to a beach, river or holiday house — otherwise known as the shack. A time for…
Take a walk on the wild side: What to pack for Bali
TROPICAL climates call for clothes that are lightweight and fuss-free. Pieces you just pull on and go but also work together. Ideally, you need a travel capsule wardrobe. Shorts, tops…
What is the best dress style for your body shape?
SO, you need a new dress for your next party, a night out with the girls, or date night. But what is the best dress style for your body shape?…
A little black dress is your passport to sartorial success
EVERY woman needs something in her wardrobe that is classless, timeless and ageless. And there’s probably no single item of clothing that is more useful than the little black dress.…
What to wear to the autumn racing carnivals?
IT’S time for all fillies to saddle up for the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival. So it’s little wonder that some women take months to plan their racing wardrobes. They have…
A stylish life: Sam Wagner
MENTION the name Sambag and most women will think of ballet flats and tote bags. Now a household name, the brand is synonymous with the sophisticated ease of Australian style.…
New season must-haves: The best shoes to buy right now
WHAT is about women and their shoes. Not sure about you, but my biggest weakness — and obsession — is shoes! I love shoes. As a former fashion editor, I…