Style in spades

Behind the lens or on the catwalk, Kate Moss exhibits style in spades. Discovered at the JFK Airport aged 14 the Croydon born teenager was headed for 25 years of modelling success. Photographer Owen Scarbiena has stated that Kate began without any ‘preconceived ideas about how models are supposed to pose or stand.’ He told...
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Brighten up with Bonnard

If you’re in need of brightening up this winter, there’s no better place to go than The National Gallery of Victoria’s Winter Masters Exhibition: BONNARD designed by India Mahdavi. It’s a celebration of flamboyance and vibrancy. The innovative design creates a settling of colour and texture that compliments the liveliness and feeling of the works....
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Jewels in the Crown

As the coronation of Charles III draws near, attention turns to the Crown jewels and who will be wearing these stunning pieces. Of intense interest will be the crown worn by Camilla, Queen Consort. Normally, a new crown would be made for the Queen Consort, but Camilla has chosen to wear Queen Mary’s crown with...
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Lauren Bacall – Glamour & Style

When glamour reigned in Hollywood, the stand out Queen was Lauren Bacall. Starting off as a model she was spotted by fashion editor, Diana Vreeland who put her on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar. The rest, as they say, is history. Starring with the greats including Humphrey Bogart who she married, her glamour and polish...
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Besotted and bedazzled

Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor, possessed a jewellery collection of 214 pieces that was truly unique. This dazzling collection is intrinsically associated with the most controversial love story of modern times. King Edward VIII, the man who famously gave up the throne of England for the woman he loved, showered her with jewels designed...
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