Category: The City
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Warm Up In Style: The Hottest Winter Trends from #AFW
As the weather gets significantly cooler in Australia and we resist the temptation to step out in our most comfortable pair of trackies (and Uggs!), there’s a surefire way to warm up in style. At the Australian Fashion Week held at Carriageworks in Sydney, fashionistas and creatives from the industry showcased their most striking Autumn/Winter…
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Worldbuilding on the Runway: Exploring Karla Špetić’s Resort Collection at AFW
Worldbuilding, a concept prominently discussed at Australian Fashion Week 2024, encompasses the detailed crafting of a coherent world, incorporating elements like geography, culture, music, and history to bring a space to life. Although typically associated with fictional narratives and fantasy writing, this notion finds tangible expression in fashion design, exemplified by Croatian-born designer Karla Špetić.…
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From Brisbane to Beyond: A Fashionista’s Journey to #AFW
The writer reflects on the allure of Sydney and the contrasts with Brisbane, where they now live. They express excitement for Australian Fashion Week, staying at the QT Hotel, and attending Acler’s show. Immersed in fashion and luxury, they cherish Sydney’s sophisticated charm and reminisce while embracing the city’s vibrant energy.
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Mushroom Jazz and All Aboard the Oasis
There is little in the world with the ability to unite like music does. In times of crisis, there is not much more solace than listening to a song that makes you feel something outside of yourself. Music can validate your experience, or simply soothe your spirit. Dancing is therapeutic and cathartic all at once.…
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RSVP for SHEIKE
There is a certain kind of girl who likes to stand out in a crowd. You can often see her wearing statement earrings, In heels that make her feel tall, and proud. You’ll find her in fabrics that glimmer in the limelight. And a clutch to match, no doubt. I like to call her “extra”…
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Nights that sparkle
Hôntô: An experience There are few moments in life that I truly value: among the list are nights that sparkle. What constitutes a night that sparkles, you ask? First things first, start it with a special dinner reservation. Choose somewhere you’ve never been before, somewhere you’ve always wanted to go. Some place suited to your…
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Death before Decaf (and a note about novel coronavirus)
Here is a little update on where I’m at and what I’m up to: “Death before Decaf” and ain’t that the truth! CoVid19 restrictions are easing in Australia, slowly but surely, and state by state. We, as a Country, have managed to keep our rates of infection (and subsequently, death) extremely low in comparison with…
Couture Chronicles by Melanie Canosa 