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Melbourne, rated the most liveable city in the world for the 7th year running is now also the home of the 7th Mercedes me store in the world. A new concept of it's kind - Mercedes me Melbourne,  opened...

THE FASTEST WAY TO IMPROVE YOUR SMILE WITH 'HISMILE' AND DENTAL VENEERS MANCHESTER! Being that most of us these days are time poor finding time to do life admin such as getting a haircut, nails or a simple...

Since recently opening its boudoir doors to Australia, Agent Provocateur wants to know if you have been good or bad this Christmas. By the looks of the recent collection, it appears that you had better have...

  Tantalising tastebuds down under, Englishly good. The apt description of the new brand of chips that have hit our shores. Tyrrells Crisps are saying G'day to Australia by bringing their delicious...

L-R: BCBG Max Azaria, Sass & Bide, Victoria Beckham   I'm a sucker for a fabulous jacket, and although I love that Melbourne is shedding the dreary weather, I miss the structure added to an...

Let's talk about underwear. My dad calls them brassieres and underpants because he knows both of those terms bother me. I call them lingerie. Even if I'm wearing seam free flesh coloured undergarments built...

Western Australian was never really on the agenda on my last trip to Australia but when the opportunity arose this time around I jumped at the chance to head “westside” for a long weekend with the girls in...

On a trip to Buenos Aires, a year ago in August, my Australian friends spent two weeks persuading me to visit Melbourne again. After a bit of soul searching and wondering why I was dead set on settling...

As the season changes, it's always fun to change up your beauty routine and try some of the new products on the market. Here's a look at a few things I'll be adding to my makeup bag this season! 1....

I've always steered clear of a bright lip. Not for any particular reason other than that I've always been more of a "smokey eye" girl. I think, perhaps, 18 years of dancing has led me to associate a bold...

A new season is beginning to filter into stores, and also here at Couturing. Much like fashion itself, Couturing is always evolving, and I'm thrilled to be a part of it's latest incarnation. As the newest of...

As Spring Carnival is upon us, it is not only important to have the right outfit but the right hairstyle to complete your winning race day look. Australian haircare brand ELEVEN Australia and American Crew...

Get ready to be seduced by style I'm the first to admit I don't know a lot about cars. If something can get me from A to B in relative comfort, then I'm happy with that. When I was offered the opportunity...

As with all of these Editor's tests, let me give a frank and honest summary of my experience: My visit to the Peninsula Hot Springs lasted 7 hours... If that doesn't say I loved my experience there, I...

When it comes to pampering ourselves, I think I'm not alone when I say I would never turn down the opportunity to be pampered but I rarely make time to. It's hard to find time in our busy schedules to book...

It's hard enough trying to fit exercise into a busy schedule without having to worry about running around afterwards, running errands and catching up with friends in daggy gym gear. Enter, The Upside. The...

I was lucky enough to attend on of the Melbourne productions of Cavalia, a circus inspired show with a twist. Cavalia blends performing arts, multimedia, special effects and equestrian stunts to great effect....

With the number of online stores available to shoppers, it's hard to navigate through to find the best e-buys. I was recently introduced to silkstonewood, the brainchild of Meredith East-Powell....

I don't know whether it's the cold weather, lack of exercise or working in a heated office, but recently my skin has been looking a little dull. I've also had the displeasure of discovering a lot of little...

Thanks to Progressive PR, I was lucky enough to check out the Melbourne production of Legally Blonde the musical this week. As with all movie to theatre adaptations, it can often be a difficult transition...

I'm currently looking for wardrobe inspiration for our new house. I'm currently living in a small apartment which means the wardrobe situation is far from ideal. Despite trying to regularly cull my clothes and...

"My garden is my most beautiful masterpiece." - Claude Monet When I travel overseas, I usually make the effort to check out all the cool galleries, museums and exhibits, but at home, I must admit, I don't...

I'm currently still looking for bathroom inspiration for our renovation. The aesthetic we are going for is classic with a modern twist. I'm loving the floating basins with no vanities underneath. While...

Sub Rosa Collections has defined itself as the latest destination for fashion jewellery and accessories. A Melbourne based business created by local girl Emma Camilleri (pictured), the collection is...

With her doe-eyed features and soft-spoken demeanor, you'd mistake Sonya Kraan for a shy young thing. But don't be fooled. Behind that graceful poise is a strongwilled woman - one who is making a name...

  I'm currently in the process of renovating. Renovating is a tough process and part of the challenge is finding the right inspirational pictures to help turn a blank room into something which is...

During MBFWA, I was lucky enough to wear this amazing scuba dress by emerging Sydney based designer Leroy Nguyen. In a competitive industry it's always a challenge for new designers to stand out but with...

In all the midst of fashion week chaos and an unforgiving cold, I have managed to keep myself preoccupied from the hundreds of MBSFW posts clogging up my Instagram feed which continuously remind me that I am...

  As much as Fashion Week sounds like it will be a glamourous mix of clothes, makeup, parties and drinking, it's actually a lot of hard work. It's not unusual to be up till 3am every morning typing...

Headpiece: Carlie Waterman Jumpsuit: camilla & marc from Green With Envy Shoes: Nicholas from Green With Envy Bag: Chanel makeup bag from Madam Virtue & Co Belt:...

I know I'm a little late jumping on the Girls bandwagon but you must watch this show. The brainchild of Lena Dunham who also starts as the main character and aspiring writer Hannah, follows the lives of four...

I've always been pretty conservative when it comes to makeup. I generally tend to opt for smoky eyes and plain lips. This summer, I'm using the sunny weather as a great excuse to be a bit more adventurous with...

The image of a clean shaven man embodies the essence of refinement and evolution; a manifestation of the modern man’s battle to distance himself from the brutish archetype of his Neolithic antecedents.  And...

A new year usually means a new fitness resolution for me, and this year has been no different. Vowing to get fit and tone up, I was on the lookout for an exercise class which would be challenging but also fun....

Happy New Year everybody! A new year, much like a new idea, always requires a fitting introduction. Although the conclusion is yet to be written, 2013 has introduced itself as a dynamic year of change,...

Proportion and control, an attractive temper, a feeling of electricity, a pulse within reach. This is the philosophy Bonnie Davis, the Creative Director of Dylan Kain/Love St.Studio designs by. Launched in...

Last week Thom and I were lucky enough to travel to Sydney for Ray Ban's 75th Anniversary party at the new QT Sydney Hotel. Set in the heritage listed Gowings department store and State Theatre in the center...

December is always a curious month, although you are essentially winding up a year, you are beginning a summer. Summer is the time for making new friends, traveling, trying different things, shopping and ...

Whilst I am no stranger to manscaping and I have gone through periods of my life with varied routines for the upkeep of my looks, I have never discussed this in an open forum. Upon accepting this opportunity...

I guess you can already guess from the title, but I'd love to share a bit of news from my recent trip to Japan. While I was away, I got engaged! My partner Saul has been my biggest supporter since Couturing...

I felt little (almost no) shame when asked to contribute my thoughts on mens' facial cleansers.  As a man whose face is subject to an air-conditioned office environment for 12 hours a day, I know only too...

After spending two weeks in Japan, I fell well and truly under the spell of this beautiful country. The perfect mix of historical and modern sites, Japan has something for...

I'm currently visiting Japan for the first time and it's easy to see why people fall in love with the country. The Japanese people are all so lovely and there is always so many things to do. It's hard to...

Weeks bleed into weeks and I forget what day it is most of the time. Grim opener, but why not? when the last two weeks have been all about The Day of the Dead Festival and Halloween. The JLP Tequila Day...

It's that time of year where the sun comes out and the layers of clothing come off to reveal the true colour of your skin, which is often a a few shades lighter than you remembered when the sun was last out....

I love headpieces, and not only just for the Spring Racing Carnival. I'd wear a headpiece every day if I could! I think it's the perfect way to finish off an outfit, and a unique headpiece is always a great...

Recently, I was chatting with a few girlfriends and we got onto the topic of facials. To my surprise (read: slight horror), none of them had actually had one before! This inspired me to write a small piece...

 Tucked away above Bourke Street is Kara Baker's home and studio, a space scattered with a collection of art that appropriately complemented her collection on display. Couturing found their way through a set...

With summer just around the corner, I can feel the anticipation building up inside me, like when you have a big gulp of beer and you can feel the carbon bubbles bursting as it slides down your throat and into...

I've always found it very interesting to see what other people have in their make up bags, what are their go-to products and what products they think are good! Many of us are influenced by our friends, but...

I love a good statement accessory. It's the perfect way to dress up any outfit. When I discovered Boticca it was hard not to buy everything on the site.   Boticca selects jewellery and accessories...

Hello fellow fashionistas! Welcome to Couturing Beauty, a wonderful place where you will find everything you need to know about anything beauty-related!   Our main aim is to help you find out about...

As I sit here in front of my laptop, listening to the uplifting, nostalgic tune 'your gorgeous' by Babybird on the eve of the new Couturing's launch... I'm thinking, oh wait, chorus! 'because youuuur...

It's a new look, a new team and a whole new Couturing. The 'refresh' button's been hit and it's time for a brand new chapter of the book.   I'm so excited to welcome you all into the start of what...

Inspired by Couturing beauty writer Georgia Walsh's post on nude lips, I decided to try this trend for spring. I personally prefer lip pencils for adding a bit a colour. Starting with a base of Elizabeth Arden...

After having the same hairstyle for over 15 years, on Saturday, Thom and I visited the amazing Paula Kelso at Brighton East hair boutique, The Laneway. We were treated to a hair makeover by Paula who has been...

Welcome to the new and improved Couturing.com! It's been a year since Thom and I started the original website and it's been an amazing journey since then. I've met some amazing an inspirational people...