Who would deny that the iconic trench coat earns its keep in any serious wardrobe, be it male or female? To understand how this has evolved, let’s take a look at its history. The first clue is right there in the name – ‘trench coat’. Designed for the British military by Thomas Burberry (a...
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She sells seashells by the sea shore The seashells she sells are seashells I’m sure. What did inspire the sculptor to carve these scallop shell seats quietly resting in the grounds of the Peppermint Bay dining venue in Woodbridge, Tasmania? It is believed the seats were part of the Living Artists Festival in 2006, but...
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The search for perfect brushes ended with the discovery of the Hourglass retractable foundation brushes. Finally, here are three little numbers that tick all the boxes. Made from PETA-friendly Taklon synthetic fibres which are luxuriously soft, the brushes have just the right texture and thickness to enable control and even distribution with effortless blending. Add to that,...
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How many trips have you done where only a few days into it, your suitcase is looking like a charity drop bin? One of the major challenges when on the move is to keep your suitcase neat and organised. This is especially true if you are travelling across climate changes or attending special social...
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From the boardroom to the supermarket, the theatre to a luncheon and all places in between, the ballet flat brings effortless chic to your wardrobe. A shoe for all seasons – chic, comfortable, versatile, the ballet flat is the perfect shoe. Think Audrey Hepburn in the 1957 film ‘Funny Face’ in which she sets...
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