Author Katherine Ng

May 26, 2017

NEPTUNE, WINDSOR Neptune, Windsor’s newest all-encompassing food, wine and cocktail venue is set to become a neighbourhood institution. Residing on High Street, the multifaceted, two-level space...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: OUR FAVOURITE LOOKS FROM THE LAST DAYS OF AUSTRALIAN FASHION WEEK

May 22, 2017

Beauty, Beauty Event, Features

The last few days of Australian Fashion Week showcased a variety of innovative and thoughtful beauty looks. Here are our faces and hair from the rest of the week of MBFWA 2017. Maybelline New York...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: OUR FAVOURITE BEAUTY LOOKS FROM THE FIRST THREE DAYS OF AUSTRALIAN FASHION WEEK 2017

May 17, 2017

Beauty, Beauty Event, Features

The intersection between fashion and beauty hits the runway this week at Australian Fashion Week 2017 with amazing beauty looks created from Australia's most talented artists in the world of makeup and hair....

A MECCA ARTIST’S ULTIMATE TRIP TO WORK WITH NARS AT NYFW

May 8, 2017

Beauty, Features, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Products

Working with one of the hottest beauty brands at one of the biggest weeks in fashion? Well that's what one of the talented make up artist's from the MECCA team got to do earlier this year with a once in a...

SALT&PEPPER HOMEWARES LAUNCHES ITS AUTUMN/WINTER 2017 RANGE

May 8, 2017

Features, Home, Lifestyle

For over 21 years, Salt&Pepper have prided themselves in offering affordable homewares that allow consumers to express their personality and mood in their home and for each home entertaining...

BEAUTY NEWS: FRANK BODY SHIMMER SCRUB AND HIGHPOINT ARCHITECTS OF BEAUTY

May 5, 2017

Beauty, Beauty News, Features

frank body Shimmer Scrub frank body’s new limited edition Shimmer Scrub makes every day a no-pants-party, so you can turn weekdays into weekends. A 3-in-1 Coffee Body Scrub with added glow dust to...

THE ART OF STYLE, WITTNER’S LIMITED EDITION RANGE

May 5, 2017

Fashion, Features

Art meets Fashion with Wittner shoes releasing a limited edition collection. Inspired by the four seasons, in celebration of their partnership with the National Gallery of Victoria for Melbourne Winter...

MAKE YOUR OWN BROWN BROTHERS WINE AT THE HIGH COUNTRY HARVEST FESTIVAL

May 4, 2017

Ever wanted to make your very own blend of wine? Well, at this year’s High Country Harvest Festival you can – with Brown Brothers Winery. The 2017 festival is headlined by the exclusive opportunity to...

2017 BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE MOTHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE

May 3, 2017

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RUN MELBOURNE PRESENTED BY LULULEMON REVEALS ITS 2017 AMBASSADORS WITH A MINDFUL MORNING LAUNCH

May 2, 2017

Event, Features, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Run Melbourne presented by lululemon announced its 2017 event ambassadors with a special Mindful Morning launch event at Greenfields, Albert Park. The Mindful Morning launch event consisted of a...

YOUNG GUN OF WINE TOP 50 ANNOUNCEMENT

May 2, 2017

Event, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Young Gun of Wine, the world’s most rigorous young winemaker competition, is presenting a Top 50 Event for the first time where 50 of Australia’s best young and emerging winemakers will be revealed at an...

TOP PLACES TO TAKE YOUR MUM THIS MOTHER’S DAY

April 28, 2017

Features, Food & Drink

Mother's day is just around the corner and we're here to help with our top picks on where to take your mum this Mother's day. Parisian Afternoon Tea at the Sheraton Melbourne Take mum to...

GET WAXED AND GIVE BACK WITH BENEFIT COSMETICS’ BOLD IS BEAUTIFUL CAMPAIGN

April 28, 2017

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Features, Uncategorized

For the month of May, $10 from every brow wax from Benefit counters at Myer stores nationally will be donated to local charity partners Fitted4Work, Look Good Feel Better and Sister2Sister. Bold Is...

BEAUTY NEWS: BENEFIT COSMETICS CHEEK PARADE PALETTE AND THE ORDINARY COLOURS

April 26, 2017

BENEFIT COSMETICS LAUNCH THE CHEEK PARADE BLUSH KIT Benefit’s iconic bronzers and blushes rally together in this limited edition cheek palette. The Cheek Parade blush kit ($99) contains 5 full-size...

TOP TIPS FOR SCALP CARE FROM THE EXPERTS AT KÉRASTASE PARIS

April 20, 2017

Beauty, Features, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Skincare and Haircare

Keeping your hair healthy and looking great is generally a girl's top priority, but how often do we think about keeping our scalp in tip top shape as well? Well, our friends at Kérastase Paris recently...

PUTT AND SING YOUR WAY THROUGH HOLEY MOLEY GOLF CLUB, MELBOURNE’S HOTTEST NEW VENUE

April 19, 2017

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Introducing Melbourne’s newest mini-golf club – unlike any you’ve experienced before. It’s a putt-putt course crossed with a cocktail bar and karaoke – all rolled into one crazy and chaotic...

GET THE LOOK: KOOKAI A/W17 MAKEUP LOOK BY NAPOLEON PERDIS

April 13, 2017

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Get The Look

Winter is almost here and one of Australian's favourite fashion labels KOOKAÏ launched their A/W17 collection at Melbourne's historic George Ballroom with an intimate, invite-only runway event. KOOKAÏ’s...

Q&A: VOODOO AMBASSADOR OLYMPIA VALANCE SHARES HER FASHION & BEAUTY SECRETS

April 12, 2017

Behind The Seams, Fashion, Features

Actress Olympia Valance is the new face of Voodoo MUSE range and appears in the new campaign alongside fellow actress Jodi Gordon. To celebrate her new role as the face of Voodoo MUSE, we sat down with...

CREATE THE PERFECT PIECE OF FURNITURE WITH CRAFTER INTERIORS

April 12, 2017

Features, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

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The phrases ‘too big’, ‘too small’ and ‘wrong colour’ are replaced with ‘just right’ as Melbourne- based Crafter Interiors introduces a unique service allowing you to tweak or even...

BEAUTY NEWS: NARS SUN WASH DIFFUSING BRONZER, ELEVEN AUSTRALIA DRY POWDER VOLUME PASTE & KENZO FLOWER EAU DE LUMIERE

April 12, 2017

NARS TO RELEASE SUN WASH DIFFUSING BRONZER NARS Cosmetics introduces the Sun Wash Diffusing Bronzer for the northern Spring 2017. Innovation meets inspiration in a new powder that defies...

2017 CHAMPION AUSTRALIAN DISTILLERS FROM THE WEST

April 10, 2017

Two of Western Australia’s most highly regarded distilleries tied for Champion Australian Distiller in a historical Australian Distilled Spirits Awards (ADSA) presentation last night in Melbourne, with a...

FOOD NEWS: WHITEHART, HOGGET, HOLY MOLY

April 3, 2017

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

WHITEHART Whitehart is a two-storey open container bar nestled at the end of Whitehart Lane in the heart of the city. Built on a converted car park site, Whitehart is set to be one of the most...

ELIZABETH ARDEN SIGNS OSCAR WINNER REESE WITHERSPOON AS ITS NEW STORYTELLER-IN-CHIEF

April 3, 2017

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Features

Elizabeth Arden announced that it has signed entrepreneur and critically acclaimed, Academy Award winning actress Reese Witherspoon as the brand’s Storyteller-in- Chief. In this multi-faceted role,...

BEAUTY NEWS: MATRIX BIOLAGE, LANCÔME LA VIE EST BELLE, MARY KAY’S LIGHT REINVENTED RANGE

March 30, 2017

Beauty, Beauty News, Products, Skincare and Haircare

MATRIX BIOLAGE SUGARSHINE - THREE EASY STEPS TO ABSOLUTE BRILLIANCE Matrix Biolage Sugarshine is a new hair pamper system, inspired by skin care, to create exceptional shine with sugar, a natural humectant...

CHEERS TO EQUALITY WITH JOEL CREASEY

March 29, 2017

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

Comedian and TV presenter Joel Creasey has joined hands with SKYY Vodka to invite Australians to stand for a toast to #CheerstoEquality. SKYY Vodka will unveil a first of its kind smart-tech glassware to...

THROW THE BEST GRAND PRIX PARTY WITH SOME CHANDON COCKTAILS

March 24, 2017

The 2017 Rolex Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix is this weekend and it's the perfect time to host a glamorous bash with your own with your family and friends. Chandon, has joined forces with the McLaren-Honda...

SOUK, A MIDDLE EASTERN OASIS OPENS IN MELBOURNE’S CBD

March 24, 2017

Bligh Place’s new Middle Eastern restaurant and bar Souk has opened at the end of the laneway. Souk (in the space formerly occupied by The Deanery) will give diners the opportunity to experience the...

DANIEL RICCIARDO HEADLINES THE TAG HEUER GRAND PRIX PARTY

March 24, 2017

People & Parties

TAG Heuer held its highly anticipated Grand Prix cocktail event with special guest appearance by Formula 1 champion Daniel Ricciardo, to celebrate the brand’s second year of partnership with the Red Bull...

INTERVIEW WITH FERNANDO ALONSO & STOFFEL VANDOORNE, FORMULA 1 SUPERSTARS

March 24, 2017

Event, Features, Lifestyle

Chandon celebrated the launch of the 2017 F1 season with the McLaren-Honda Formula 1 team at an event at the beautiful Chandon winery in the Yarra Valley, Domaine Chandon earlier this week. Ahead of...

THE FASHION HUNT AT HIGHPOINT

March 23, 2017

Event, Lifestyle

Melbourne fashion in March is heating up at Highpoint Shopping Centre with the Fashion Hunt that will run from 30 March until 3 April. The Fashion Hunt will lead visitors on a style-filled treasure hunt,...

WHY THE RIGHT GLASS MATTERS FOR THE PERFECT GLASS OF WINE

March 20, 2017

Did you know that the style and shape of a wine glass makes a difference to the taste of the wine? The size, shape and quality of the glass directly impacts on how wine tastes and smells, as the wine to air,...

HEINEKEN SATURDAY AT THE 2017 FORMULA 1 ROLEX GRAND PRIX

March 17, 2017

Event, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Heineken has announced details of an Australian-first innovative media activation, designed to connect with consumers in the lead up to the 2017 Formula 1 Rolex Australian Grand Prix. It will be the first...

BEAUTY NEWS: JOHN FRIEDA SHEER BLONDE BRILLIANTLY BRIGHTER COLLECTION AND BOBBI BROWN’S NEW ART STICK LIQUID LIP

March 14, 2017

John Frieda Sheer Blonde Brilliantly Brighter Collection Three products tat bring your blonde to life. The range increases the natural luminosity of blonde hair for a natural looking, perfectly blended...

TAG HEUER LAUNCHES AT CHADSTONE

March 13, 2017

Event, Lifestyle, People & Parties, Uncategorized

Swiss watchmaker TAG Heuer has opened its highly anticipated Chadstone Boutique within the luxury retail precinct at the iconic Chadstone Shopping Centre with a VIP boxing class hosted by friend of the brand,...

FRANK BODY LAUNCHES GLOW MASK

March 3, 2017

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products, Skincare and Haircare

frank body has launched it's latest beauty cult product, a super quick, morning mask will give you the best O glow you’ll ever have. Pop it on your naked face for 5 minutes and experience an...

WINE 1160, ARMADALE’S NEW LOCAL GEM

March 3, 2017

Armadale's newest local gem, Wine 1160, brings a wine focused bar to High Street where locals or destination drinkers can experience the best in wine and food. Unlike many other establishments, Wine...

WHAT DO YOUR BROWS SAY? BENEFIT BROW TRANSLATOR UNCOVERING ALL YOUR BROW SECRETS

February 28, 2017

Beauty

To many of us, the main purpose of our eyebrows is to keep sweat out of our eyes...but brows are actually more important than you might think! New research shows brows are the key to decoding...

FOOD NEWS: QUEEN OF THE SOUTH, MARKET ON MALVERN (MOM) CAFE, FRANK’S AND

February 27, 2017

QUEEN OF THE SOUTH Queen of the South is the new Prahran restaurant and bar headed up by head chef Malcolm Williams (Senoritas, Rice Paper Scissors, Touché Hombre Melbourne and Bangkok),...

Q&A – FOREVER NEW ACTIVE AMBASSADOR BROOK HOGAN SHARES HER TIPS ON A HEALTHY ACTIVE LIFE

February 23, 2017

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Fashion retailer Forever New has released a collection of sportswear. The high-performance and technical range, entitled ‘Active’ has been designed for the style-conscious fitness lover. Each...

YSL RELEASE VOLUPTE TINT-IN-BALM

February 20, 2017

Beauty, Products

YSL Beauté extends their pioneering work into hybrid formulations with the new Volupte Tint-In-Balm, sheer glowing colour that melds together nourishing care and instant colour. At the lip-shaped heart of the...

CAMPARI’S RED DIARIES – CELEBRATING THE LATEST CAMPARI CAMPAIGN WITH ‘KILLER IN RED’ SHORT FILM WITH CLIVE OWEN

February 14, 2017

Campari has released the Red Diaries, a revolution on the much sought after Campari calendar. Keeping with the tradition of the Campari Calendar of days gone by, as well as to ensure Campari Red Diaries is a...

REVIEW: PASCALE BAR AND GRILL AT QT

February 14, 2017

Sometimes hotel restaurants can be a bit average, but definitely not at the QT Melbourne. Pascale Bar & Grill takes hotel restaurant dining to a new level, making it a destination for foodies around...

TOP LAST MINUTE BEAUTY GIFTS THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

February 10, 2017

Beauty

Looking for a last minute gift for your Valentine? Here are some of our top last minute gifts for her. Miss Dior Absolutely Blooming Eau De Parfum The fresh, floral and musky fragrance for women. A...

WHAT TO DO THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

February 10, 2017

Calling all lovers! Valentines day is only a few days away and we've got some suggestions to make your V-day memorable. Enjoy a beautiful meal at home and pair it with a wonderful...

ALL YOUR KEY BEAUTY SERVICES IN ONE PLACE AT BRAZILIAN BUTTERFLY

February 8, 2017

Beauty, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested

When it comes to beauty services, I like to keep it simple. Simple, in that I can go to one place and get what I need done in one go. Life seems to just be moving faster than ever before so one place that I...

BEAUTY EDITOR LOVES: GARNIER MICELLAR CLEANSING WATER IN OIL AND THE ORIGINAL BEAUTYBLENDER

January 30, 2017

Beauty, Tried and Tested

GARNIER MICELLAR CLEANSING WATER IN OIL Who said oil and water don't mix? Garnier's new Micellar Cleansing Water in Oil proves that two liquids that don't generally belong together, actually work to...

FOOD NEWS: EMPIRE STEAK AUSTRALIA DAY GIVEAWAY AND PIMM’S SUMMER GARDEN POP UP

January 24, 2017

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

EMPIRE STEAK AUSTRALIA DAY GIVEAWAY Empire Steak is inspired by a true love of the humble steak sandwich, the unsung hero of our time. A champion of innovation, Empire Steak is also a loyal...

KMART’S NEW GLOBALLY INSPIRED LIVING RANGE

January 23, 2017

Features, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

Stop the press! Mark 2 February, 2017 in your calendar as Kmart Australia are releasing their new living range. The latest collection showcases three key trends: Everyday elegance, Modern simplicity and...

STELLA ARTOIS CELEBRATES AUSTRALIAN TENNIS AT THE KOOYONG CLASSIC

January 16, 2017

Lifestyle, People & Parties, Uncategorized

Stella Artois celebrated their sponsorship of the 2017 Kooyong Classic, a tournament that has cemented its place as the premier lead up event for the Grand Slam of the Asia Pacific, the Australian Open...

BEAUTY NEWS: OPI FIJI COLLECTION; MAX FACTOR NEW SHADES OF MASTERPIECE HIGH PRECISION EYELINER

January 16, 2017

OPI FIJI COLLECTION From lush flora and exotic birds to tranquil seas and soft palm-lined sands, Fiji is a picturesque dream destination like no other. The islands' lush, unspoiled natural landscape filled...

LA TROBE UNIVERSITY X NGV – LIVING LANDSCAPES AT NGV FRIDAY NIGHTS

January 12, 2017

Visitors to the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) are transforming their artistic flair into a greener future for an iconic Melbourne landmark! A new La Trobe University initiative, inspired by one of...

HOT NEW OPENINGS THIS SUMMER: HOPSCOTCH AND GRANGE ROAD EGG SHOP

January 10, 2017

HOPSCOTCH MELBOURNE Hopscotch is the latest addition to Southbank and Melbourne's burgeoning riverside scene. Hopscotch is your latest downbeat gathering place with a beer for every occasion, up to...

BEAUTY NEWS: MAC x CAITLYN JENNER

January 10, 2017

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products

M.A.C X CAITLYN JENNER Caitlyn Jenner has fearlessly shared her transition with the world, and her new M.A.C Collection continues that mission by proudly championing all ages, all races and all sexes....

THE PERFECT SUMMERTIME TIPPLE WITH MIST WOOD

January 6, 2017

Get your Gin on! There is nothing better on a warm Summer's day than a nice glass of Gin and this Summer, Mist Wood Gin makes your world much easier with a new, light and refreshing spin on gin. Mist Wood Gin...

ADELPHI’S PIMMS POP-UP POOL SESSIONS THIS JANUARY

January 2, 2017

Summer’s heating up: Adelphi’s pool sessions are back. Adelphi Hotel’s iconic rooftop will once again play host to a series of weekend pop-up pool sessions. Until the end of January,...

TOO FACED SWEET PEACH COLLECTION SPECIAL PRE-LAUNCH AT HIGHPOINT THIS SATURDAY 7 JANUARY

January 2, 2017

Beauty, Beauty Event, Beauty News, Products

MECCA beauty junkies will have the chance to shop the new Too Faced Sweet Peach Collection before its official launch date, as part of a global pre-sale event on Saturday January 7, 2017. The...

VINOMOFO POP UP SALE

December 20, 2016

Forget santa knowing whether you’ve been naughty or nice, the wine-loving gods at Vinomofo believe every single mofo is on the nice list when it comes to devouring great wines. For adults,...

FOOD NEWS: HEINEKEN SATURDAYS AT ROYAL CROQUET CLUB, GOOD HEAVENS ROOFTOP BAR, BETTY’S BURGER MELBOURNE

December 16, 2016

HEINEKEN SATURDAY AT ROYAL CROQUET CLUB It's Melbourne's turn to take part in a truly iconic experience as Heineken Saturday makes its much anticipated return to Victoria. In partnership with Royal...

2016 BEAUTY AND LIFESTYLE CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

December 13, 2016

Features, Gift Guide

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LAST MINUTE CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

December 10, 2016

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CELEBRATING THE BEST OF ITALIAN AT 48H PIZZA AND GNOCCHI BAR

December 7, 2016

48H Pizza and Gnocchi Bar is one of those secret places you don't want to share with anyone because the food is excellent, but at the same time it's hard to tell everyone because you have such great food!...

THE BODY SHOP’S ‘WILDEST CHRISTMAS EVER’ DRIVES MORE THAN JUST PRESENTS THIS FESTIVE SEASON

December 7, 2016

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Features

This Christmas The Body Shop's Wildest Christmas Ever campaign is encouraging Christmas Shoppers to not only purchase some amazing products but at the same time help protect endangered orangutans,...

GET COASTAL AT THE RACV INVERLOCH RESORT

December 5, 2016

Lifestyle, Travel, Uncategorized, Where To Stay

When I think of a local getaway that is not too far outside Melbourne, my mind often jumps to the standard beach getaway spots along the Mornington Peninsula or the Bellarine Peninsula. I have never really...

ROYAL CROQUET CLUB SET TO KICK OFF ANOTHER SEASON OF FOOD, MUSIC AND FUN

December 1, 2016

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Royal Croquet Club is set to kick off another summer season bringing food, art and music to Birrarung Marr, Melbourne for it’s third year running. The 16-day festival will run from Thursday...

FOOD NEWS: THE CRAFT & CO CHRISTMAS MARKET, POW SUNDAYS AT POW KITCHEN AND POINT BREAK POKE

December 1, 2016

THE CRAFT & CO (TC&C) CHRISTMAS MARKET ON 11 DECEMBER One of the most innovative food enterprises – The Craft & Co (TC&C) is taking a passion for paddock-to-plate one step...

LAND ROVER POLO IN THE CITY KICK STARTS MELBOURNE’S SUMMER SEASON

November 28, 2016

Event, Features, Lifestyle, People & Parties

On Saturday 26 November, Land Rover Polo in the City kick- started the Melbourne’s summer season in style with a glamorous polo party in Albert Park, Melbourne. Celebrating the event’s 11th year whilst...

FRANK BODY BABE ISLAND KIT AND NEW COCONUT BODY BALM

November 27, 2016

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Products, Skincare and Haircare

You know it's Summer when frank body release something that is just perfect for skin this season. The newest product, Coconut Body Balm ($24.95) will leave your body smooth and glory. Together with the Coconut...

BEAUTY EDITOR LOVES: CLARISONIC MIA FIT, THE SKINCARE ACCESSORY YOU NEED

November 25, 2016

Beauty, Skincare and Haircare, Tried and Tested, Uncategorized

When it comes to beauty, I take my skin care seriously. After all, with a mantra that prevention is better than cure, my focus is on ensuring that I take care of my skin to ensure it's well protected, well...

BLUE SPOON LAUNCHES AUSTRALIA’S FIRST BAKLAVA BAR

November 25, 2016

Baklava fans will be thrilled with the news that Port Melbourne Greek yogurt store, blu spoon, has launched the nations first Baklava Bar this week. Those unfamiliar with the traditional Greek sweets...

WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK: CHRISTMAS HITS HIGHPOINT & THE CREATORS MARKET

November 22, 2016

CHRISTMAS HITS HIGHPOINT One of Australia’s biggest retail destinations is making gift buying and planning for Christmas easy and affordable. Christmas will be hitting Highpoint...

M.A.C MARIAH CAREY

November 22, 2016

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns

The elusive chanteuse and “songbird supreme” is back! Mariah Carey has dazzled us with her smash hits and timeless contributions to music for decades and now brings her impeccable glamour to an iconic...

LAVAZZA LAUNCHES PRONTISSIMO! INSTANT COFFEE 120 YEARS IN THE MAKING

November 21, 2016

Lavazza Australia launched Prontissimo! – the company’s first premium Italian style instant coffee range – in major Australian supermarket retailers earlier this month with a beautiful breakfast...

LAND ROVER POLO IN THE CITY

November 17, 2016

Event, Lifestyle

Last week, Land Rover Polo in the City kicked off the start of the summer season in style in Sydney, with the introduction of the Range Rover Evoque Convertible. The world’s first premium compact...

2016 PARIS TO PROVENCE – MELBOURNE’S FRENCH FESTIVAL

November 17, 2016

Paris to Provence celebrates its eighth year of je ne sais quoi of French culture this weekend. From the moment you pass the historic wrought iron gates of National Trust property, Como House and Garden, you...

HAILEY BALDWIN FOR MODELCO AT MECCA MAXIMA

November 16, 2016

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Products

Beauty junkies, mark November 22 on your calendars because the limited edition Hailey Baldwin for ModelCo collection is set to launch in-store and online at Mecca Maxima! The 22 piece colour range...

FOOD NEWS: LADUREE OPENS AT CHADSTONE, THE CORNER ROOFTOP REOPENS, #HIREMESIMON PICKS A WINNER,

November 15, 2016

LADUREE OPENS ITS FIRST MELBOURNE STORE AT CHADSTONE Ladurée has officially opened the brand’s first Melbourne luxury Parisian tea room in Chadstone’s new redevelopment. Founded in Paris...

MECCA X PIP & POP

November 14, 2016

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns

In 2015, MECCA combined their love for art with their commitment to supporting emerging talent in a unique collaboration with young Australian artist, Clare Ellison Jakes to...

INTERVIEW: UNIQUE JEWELLERY FROM THE VILLAGE – WILDERNESS BAZAAR DESIGNER, LEEYONG SOO

November 14, 2016

Fine, delicate jewellery is all well and good for some, but Leeyong Soo is having none of it. The Style Wilderness blogger and designer behind the Wilderness Bazaar label has created a range of earrings for...

MINI AUSTRALIA CELEBRATES BRIGHT RAYS

November 11, 2016

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle, People & Parties

On Wednesday night, 2016 MINI Australia celebrated the six BRIGHT RAYS finalists and announced the winner of the BRIGHT RAYS campaign in a decadent affair at Melbourne’s Kensington Collective. The...

OROTON X GREAT BARRIER REEF FOUNDATION

November 10, 2016

OROTON will be launching a resort-ready summer capsule collection created for the Australian lifestyle and appearing in the brands signature relaxed, modern, and luxurious aesthetic. To celebrate,...

THINK WEST FESTIVAL

November 9, 2016

Event, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Wisdom, resilience and social change are the guiding themes of THINK WEST, a new festival created for and inspired by Melbourne’s diverse West, running for the first time in...

L’OREAL PARIS LAUNCH MAKEUP GENIUS 2.0

November 9, 2016

Get virtually made up with the L’Oréal Paris Makeup Genius 2.0. The first ever virtual makeup simulator has been given a boost with a new version of the innovative and very useful app. Since its...

ENDULJ, A DIFFERENT WAY OF DINING

November 8, 2016

Melbourne’s highly competitive restaurant landscape will see MoVida (Frank Camorra), Pei Modern (Mark Best), Lee Ho Fook (Victor Liong), Thirty Eight Chairs (Mirco Speri), Tokyo Tina and Saigon Sally...

BEAUTY NEWS: CHLOE MORELLO X CIATE LONDON AT MECCA, LUMIRA PERFUME OILS AND MATRIX RELEASE STYLE LINK MINERALS

November 4, 2016

CHLOE MORELLO X CIATE LONDON AT MECCA Beauty junkies rejoice! Chloe Morello, one of Australia's favourite beauty gurus, has joined forces with Ciaté London to deliver a killer collection of her...

TV PERSONALITY AND EXPERT TRAINER, TIFFANY HALL LAUNCHES TIFFXO, A PROGRAM TO KICK START YOUR SUMMER

November 4, 2016

Features, Health and Wellness

Tiffiny Hall, Australian TV personality, expert trainer and Sixth Dan Black Belt Master Instructor is gearing up to launch TIFFXO; a highly anticipated monthly online program consisting of a variety of...

LIFESTYLE NEWS: MELBOURNE DESIGN MARKET AND GARDEN DESIGN FEST, EQUITANA RETURNS

November 4, 2016

MELBOURNE DESIGN MARKET This curated event presents intelligent design by 50 of the best and brightest designers, handpicked for the one-day showcase. Now into its second decade, Melbourne Design...

HOT SAUCE, LANEWAY COOL IN THE HEART OF MELBOURNE

November 2, 2016

QT Melbourne has created its very own late night hotspot with the launch of Hot Sauce Laneway Bar. The menu is quirky and mixes both Korean and Japanese street food flavours that delivers a powerful punch to...

REJUVENATE YOUR SKIN WITH NIOD

November 2, 2016

Beauty, Products, Tried and Tested

NIOD skincare has arrived in Australia! As one of the brands in the DECIEM group, NIOD - Non Invasive Options in Dema Science - represents DECIEM's philosophy of abnormal beauty brands that go beyond the...

GUCCI GARDEN BRINGS THE RUNWAY TO LIFE

October 31, 2016

Events and Runways, Fashion, People & Parties

Gucci hosted a private event to celebrate Gucci Garden installation at the Melbourne Collins Street store on the evening of October 27th. The exclusive in-store setup showcases an imaginary universe of flora...

OUR FAVOURITE CUP DAY LOOK

October 31, 2016

Beauty, Beauty Event, Get The Look

Melbourne Cup Day is the time to shine! The day brings colour to the track and we've picked the beauty look from the Kookai SS16/17 runway that would suit bright (and dark) colour dresses. Napoleon...

LOOK BEHIND THE BIRDCAGE AT THE 2016 MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

October 28, 2016

Event, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Spring Racing

The Melbourne Cup Carnival begins in earnest this Saturday with Derby Day, a day that marks a week long carnival of racing, fashion, food and fun! The Birdcage at Flemington is home to a number of marquees...

OUR FAVOURITE DERBY DAY LOOK

October 28, 2016

Beauty, Get The Look

Derby Day is this Saturday and we've picked our favourite look that will help you complete your outfit for the big day! We've picked the beauty look by Mecca from Melbourne Spring Fashion Week that is a...

TOP THINGS TO DO AT THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

October 27, 2016

Event, Features, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

The Melbourne Cup Carnival kicks off things this Saturday with Derby Day. During the Spring Carnival, the action isn't limited to carparks and marquees, but will be found in the new entertainment and fashion...

KERASTASE PARIS CREATES THE L’INCROYABLE BLOW DRY

October 24, 2016

Beauty, Beauty Campaigns, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Introducing a game-changing concept to the world of hair styling, Kérastase Paris has launched the new reworkable heat lotion, L’INCROYABLE BLOWDRY. This incredible blowdry cream provides optimal...

MECCA MAXIMA LAUNCHES ITS BIGGEST STORE WHEN CHADSTONE OPENS ITS NEW PRECINCT THIS THURSDAY 13 OCTOBER

October 10, 2016

Beauty, Beauty Event, Beauty News

Beauty junkies across Melbourne are gearing up for the launch of the biggest Mecca Maxima store ever, with the impressive 400 square metre large-format space set to provide a beauty-full new and interactive...

QUICK AND EASY DINING, CHAN’S YUM CHA BRINGS YOUR FAVOURITE DELIGHTS HOME

October 10, 2016

Chan’s Yum Cha at Home - Swap your takeout for dumplings in Bao down to the mighty dumpling with Chan’s Yum Cha at Home launching three new delicious varieties that make it easy to serve up a little piece...

Q&A: WE ARE ALL, TAKING CHILDRENSWEAR TO A NEW LEVEL

October 7, 2016

Lifestyle

Clothing and lifestyle brand, We Are All, recently launched their debut collection. The brand’s first collection is all about the kids with a lifestyle range being presented for boys and girls from 2 to 12...

MARC JACOBS RELEASES DIVINE DECADENCE

October 7, 2016

Beauty, Products

The rich fashioned Marc Jacobs fragrance, Decadence, achieved worldwide recognition and success, and catapulted Marc Jacobs Fragrances to a new level of luxury. Now, Marc Jacobs Divine Decadence inspires that...

FOOD NEWS: AMARO MONTENEGRO COCKTAIL PARTY, NEW SHANGHAI TO OPEN AT CHADSTONE AND QT MELBOURNE OPENS ROOFTOP BAR

October 7, 2016