Brisbane culture blog.
It’s official: ‘Fashion Season’ is fast approaching in Brisbane, with the Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival just a hop, skip and runway stride away. But for those who simply can’t wait to slip on their stilettos and immerse themselves in the fabulous world of style and glamour we have the event for you. Come 31 May, ‘One Night for Youngcare’ will host an impressive collection of … [Read more...]
It’s not often we feature the happenings of another great Australian city but when a Brisbane artist heads to Melbourne with an edgy new label, well, what are we to do? Never Remember is a new offering from Brisbane artist Rhys Ottley, who’s some 20 years in street art and design has culminated into the sleepless-coffee-dependant launch of this self created and managed online … [Read more...]
Last week I took a much needed weekend break and have been THAT relaxed, that it has taken me all week to sit down to write this article to share my experience with you! I had never been up to the Montville/Maleny area before, but had heard THAT much about it that when it came time to choosing a location for a get-a-way I thought I’d give it a go. A little google searching resulted in a whole … [Read more...]
If you saw the word ‘reiki’ and thought ‘this will be way too alternative for me’… stay with me and read on… you might just be surprised! Reiki is a spiritual practice developed in 1922 by Japanese Buddhist Mikao Usui, which has since been adapted by various teachers of varying traditions. It uses a technique commonly called palm healing or hands on healing as a form of alternative … [Read more...]
Student friendly style on a student friendly budget anchored with jeans, leggings, boots, sweaters, jackets and T’s – the trick is versatile pieces to take your wardrobe from casual to glam (without breaking the bank). We asked Westfield Garden City Stylist Sara Hatten-Masterson to help balance the books with easy day to night key trends and budget buys that will see you through the cooler … [Read more...]
They say you should never work with children, animals or someone you love…. but sometimes taking that leap of faith and defying the odds pays off in a BIG WAY! Creatives Matt Stewart and Anna Patterson are a fairytale Brisbane couple. Over the last decade Anna has built a reputation in the local hair industry second to none. Specialising in blondes, many a stylish woman has left their hair in … [Read more...]
A cookie for your Valentine? (Mrs Fields) If you missed the spattering of love red hearts that seem to have covered the city in the last couple of weeks... and you are looking for some last minute suggestions to get yourself out of hot water with your Valentine... then this list should have you covered! There is something for everyone, from the budget conscious to the adventurous; if it's not … [Read more...]
I am on a never ending hunt for new breakfast places to try in Brisbane... rarely do I have room left for lunch. But one Saturday and a sneaky sleep in later I found myself hungry at midday. So I wandered down to Pearl Cafe in Woolloongabba. I had been there ages ago for breaky and was most impressed, so had my hopes high on what their lunches might be. I was not disappointed! Of course, … [Read more...]
Another year has ended and another hopeful group of fashion graduates venture into the ‘real world’, optimistic about forging their path in the fashion industry. We catch these bright young things fresh from their final year parade and find out what they have in store for the future… MEET: Paige Thorley, QUT Collection Name: Ethereal Perspective Collection inspiration: This … [Read more...]
Another year has ended and another hopeful group of fashion graduates venture into the ‘real world’, optimistic about forging their path in the fashion industry. We catch these bright young things fresh from their final year parade and find out what they have in store for the future… MEET: Hayley Elsaesser, QUT Collection Name: Candy Coated Voodoo Collection inspiration: In my … [Read more...]
Another year has ended and another hopeful group of fashion graduates venture into the ‘real world’, optimistic about forging their path in the fashion industry. We catch these bright young things fresh from their final year parade and find out what they have in store for the future… MEET: Isobel Campbell, QUT Label name: W.E.T by Isobel Campbell Collection Name: Acid … [Read more...]
Another year has ended and another hopeful group of fashion graduates venture into the ‘real world’, optimistic about forging their path in the fashion industry. We catch these bright young things fresh from their final year parade and find out what they have in store for the future… Meet: Samantha Delgos, QUT Collection Name: Stigmergic Collection inspiration: My collection … [Read more...]
Another year has ended and another hopeful group of fashion graduates venture into the ‘real world’, optimistic about forging their path in the fashion industry. We catch these bright young things fresh from their final year parade and find out what they have in store for the future… Meet: Natasha Dearden, QUT Collection Name: "Escapism" Collection inspiration: Looking at the … [Read more...]
Christmas was full of gift giving and if you lucked-out on getting something you wanted... then we have just the ticket! Luxury romance brand Bedroom Antics has recently launched with the mission to make women feel confident, desirable and treasured; and help men become the most accomplished and romantic of lovers... now we think THAT is the best gift of all! The luxe candles and delectable … [Read more...]
Another year has ended and another hopeful group of fashion graduates venture into the 'real world', optimistic about forging their path in the fashion industry. We catch these bright young things fresh from their final year parade and find out what they have in store for the future... Meet: Kristal Choi, QUT Collection Name: Butterflies in the Botanical Garden Collection Inspiration: … [Read more...]
