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TRUFFLE MELBOURNE 2015 KICKS OFF WITH THE LONGEST LUNCH AT BURNHAM BEECHES

April 8, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Piggery Cafe, Burnham Beeches To celebrate the upcoming truffle season, the team behind Truffle Melbourne kicked off its 2015 list of activities with a lunch last month as part of the Melbourne Food...

MEET FASHION’S NEW BRAT PACK

April 7, 2015

Fashion, Features, News

They're all over social media, their exploits are in the tabloids, and they all have the uncanny ability to cause controversy. No, it's not the Kardashians (although, one is related to them) - it's fashion's...

GET THE LOOK: THE BRAIDED PONY BY L’OREAL PROFESSIONNEL AT KOOKAI A/W15

April 7, 2015

Beauty, Features, Get The Look, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Last month Kookai launched its beautiful Autumn/Winter 2015 collection at the Royal Exhibition Buildings in Melbourne. The new collection 'Viva Las Vegas' showcased a tailored symphony of signature body-tight...

THE WORLD OF COCKTAILS ACCORDING TO GREY GOOSE AMBASSADOR, ANDY WREN

April 7, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Ever wanted to know how to make the perfect Cocktail? We sat down with Grey Goose brand ambassador, Andy Wren, to find out all there is to know about Cocktails and Grey Goose Vodka. Andy has been involved...

WHY YOU NEED TO TEATOX

April 7, 2015

Features, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Let's face it, who didn't overindulge over Easter. If you are anything like me and ate your body weight in chocolate eggs, you'll be pleased to know that a teatox could be just the thing to help cleanse your...

WHERE TO STAY IN BALI: AYANA RESORT & SPA

April 6, 2015

Features, Lifestyle, Travel

When it comes to luxury resorts in Bali, it's hard to beat the AYANA Resort and Spa Bali. Located on the coast of the crystal clear waters of Jimbaran Bay, the hotel is sprawled across 90 hectares of land,...

NEW IN FROM NARS

April 6, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products, Tried and Tested

Let's face it, what beauty lover doesn't get excited when they hear NARS have introduced some new products. We round up the must haves from the makeup giant's latest offerings. All Day Luminous Weightless...

MORE THAN JUST A DRINK AT THE ST. HOTEL

April 2, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The ST. Hotel in St Kilda opened late last year reinvigorating the Fitzroy street area and becoming one of the hottest places to visit for a tipple after work or on the weekend. The revived ST. Hotel...

COUTURING EASTER SPECIAL

March 31, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Photographed and styled by Katherine Ng STOCKIST DETAILS Adriano Zumbo Cadbury Fairtrade Australia Haighs Lindt Long Shot Paul Louis Rustica Sourdough Veuve...

SIMONE PÉRÈLE PRESENTS UNDER THE COVERS: SHE IS SARAH JANE

March 30, 2015

Competition, Fashion, Features, Interviews

She's the blogger with enviable pregnancy style and makes dressing a bump look easy. We go under the covers with Simone Pérèle and Sarah Jane from She Is Sarah Jane to find out how this first time...

YELLOWGLEN CELEBRATES NEW CREATIVE DIRECTOR SAMANTHA WILLS

March 27, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, People & Parties

As far as brand ambassadors go, there is no personality more perfect for Yellowglen than dynamic creative Samantha Wills. Since founding her own jewellery line at the age of 21, Wills has gone from strength to...

ZIMMERMANN SUMMER SWIM 2015 COLLECTION

March 26, 2015

Campaigns, Fashion, Features, Lookbooks

Fresh from presenting their latest collection on the runway at New York Fashion Week to rave reviews, Zimmermann have come back home to warmer Australian weather to release their latest Summer Swim 2015...

L’OREAL PARIS AMBASSADORS, BARBARA PALVIN AND MEGAN GALE LAUNCH MAKEUP GENIUS

March 25, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products

Image by Lucas Dawson L’Oréal Paris revealed its latest innovation last night at Sydney's Carriageworks with the launch of the first-ever virtual makeup simulator, Makeup Genius. L’Oréal...

BEHIND THE SCENES AT VAMFF 2015 TARGET RUNWAY WITH COUTURING (VIDEO)

March 23, 2015

Campaigns, Couturing TV, Fashion, Fashion Week, Features, News, VAMFF

Catch all the action from the VAMFF 2015 Target Runway featuring Dannii Minogue, Jessica Mauboy and Giaan Rooney as Thom and I take you behind the scenes with Lenovo. Image courtesy of Style Snooper...

VAMFF 2015 TARGET RUNWAY

March 23, 2015

Target held one of the most entertaining and enjoyable shows during VAMFF. The show which was a real celebration of fashion and what the brand stood for. Models of all ages took to the runway to showcase the...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: PREMIUM RUNWAY 7 PRESENTED BY INSTYLE

Ghadeer El-Khub

March 23, 2015

Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival wrapped up their final premium runway show in celebration of Instyle magazine’s 15th birthday on Friday night. Strutting the runway with our favourite look from...

MELBOURNE FOODIE IDEAS THIS WEEK

March 23, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Melburnians love a good mid-week tipple, and we all know that a good tipple is accompanied by a delicious meal. Below are some of Melbourne’s best foodie events throughout the week - all in the name of...

VAMFF 2015: GQ AUSTRALIA MENSWEAR RUNWAY

March 21, 2015

Events and Runways, Fashion, Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Interpretive dancers, a thumping David Bowie-themed soundtrack, and Carlton footballers - the GQ Australia Menswear runway at VAMFF had it all. The brainchild of creative director and stylist, David Bonney,...

NATIONAL GRADUATE SHOWCASE PRESENTED BY TARGET AUSTRALIA

March 20, 2015

Events and Runways, Fashion, Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Some of the biggest highlights of VAMFF isn't always the premium runways. Case in point, the National Graduate Showcase. Putting the spotlight on some of the country's best and brightest young talents, the...

VAMFF GRAND SHOWCASE FEATURING JOSH GOOT

March 20, 2015

Events and Runways, Fashion, Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Never has a celebration of a designer’s career been held at a more appropriate time. Last night’s Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival Grand Showcase celebrated the career of design power player...

BEHIND THE SCENES AT VAMFF 2015 PREMIUM RUNWAY 6 WITH RACHELLEEA (VIDEO)

March 19, 2015

Couturing TV, Events and Runways, Fashion, Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Catch all the action from last night’s VAMFF 2015 Premium Runway 6 as Rachel Anderson from Rachelleea takes you behind the scenes for Lenovo and Couturing. Accommodation: Adelphi...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: PREMIUM RUNWAY 5 PRESENTED BY HARPER’S BAZAAR

March 19, 2015

Beauty, Fashion Week, Features, Get The Look, VAMFF

Rae Morris and Kenneth Stoddart created sleep and clean lines as part of the beauty look created for the Premium Runway 5 Presented by Harper's Bazaar at VAMFF. We went behind the scenes to find...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: PREMIUM RUNWAY 6 PRESENTED BY COSMOPOLITAN

March 19, 2015

Beauty, Features, Get The Look, VAMFF

VAMFF's Premium Runway 6 Presented by Cosmopolitan was fun, sexy and bronzed. A sun kissed sexy makeup look created by Rae Morris was matched with natural textured voluminous hair, a look created by...

VAMFF PREMIUM RUNWAY 5 PRESENTED BY HARPER’S BAZAAR

March 19, 2015

Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Chanelling rockstars of a bygone era, models took to the runway with thick, kohl rimmed eyes and tousled tresses at last night’s Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival Premium Runway 5,...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: PREMIUM RUNWAY 4 PRESENTED BY SHOP TIL YOU DROP

Ghadeer El-Khub

March 19, 2015

Beauty, Fashion Week, Features, Get The Look, VAMFF

Wrapping up the last show of the night, Couturing headed backstage to capture all the action right before the runway. Read on and follow the journey of Rae Morris and Kenneth Stoddart in creating the looks for...

BEHIND THE SCENES AT VAMFF 2015 PREMIUM RUNWAY 3 WITH SEE WANT SHOP (VIDEO)

March 18, 2015

Couturing TV, Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Catch all the action from last night's VAMFF 2015 Premium Runway 3 as Lisa Hamilton from See Want Shop takes you behind the scenes for Lenovo and Couturing. <iframe width="560" height="315"...

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VAMFF 2015 STREET STYLE: PREMIUM RUNWAY 3 & 4

March 18, 2015

Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

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VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: PREMIUM RUNWAY 3 PRESENTED BY ELLE

Ghadeer El-Khub

March 18, 2015

Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Couturing headed backstage to report on the beauty beauty bits straight from day two of Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival's Premium Runway 3 presented by ELLE. MAKEUP BY RAE MORRIS SUPPORTED BY...

WHY SUPERMODELS CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF NUDE SKINCARE

March 18, 2015

When some of the world's most beautiful women love your products, you know you are doing something right. For NUDE Skincare founder Bryan Meehan he knew he was onto a good thing when supermodels Christy...

VAMFF PREMIUM RUNWAY 2 PRESENTED BY FRANKIE MAGAZINE

March 17, 2015

Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Frankie Magazine love nothing if not a little bit of creativity in their fashion, and from the glittery backdrop to the colour and prints walking, it was clear we were in for some fun. Kuwaii opened the...

BEHIND THE SCENES AT VAMFF 2015 PREMIUM RUNWAY 1 WITH FRIEND IN FASHION (VIDEO)

March 17, 2015

Couturing TV, Features, VAMFF

Catch all the action from last night's VAMFF 2015 Premium Runway 1 as Jasmin Howell from Friend In Fashion takes you behind the scenes for Lenovo and Couturing. Image by Jacob...

SIMONE PÉRÈLE PRESENTS UNDER THE COVERS: GEMMA WATTS

March 17, 2015

Competition, Fashion, Features, Interviews, News

Gemma wears the Amour Push UP Bra and Briefs from Simone Pérèle As one of the top 5 finalists for Simone Pérèle's Curvy Model Search Competition in 2014, Couturing Fashion Editor Gemma Watts knows...

PAGEANT WINS 2015 TIFFANY & CO NATIONAL DESIGNER AWARD

March 17, 2015

Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Design duo Amanda Cumming and Kate Reynolds (professionally known as PAGEANT), have taking out one of the most coveted design accolades in the industry, winning the 2015 Tiffany & Co National Designer...

VAMFF BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: PREMIUM RUNWAY 1 PRESENTED BY MISS VOGUE

Ghadeer El-Khub

March 17, 2015

Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival kicked off its first Premium Runway show tonight at Central Pier for the Miss Vogue presentation. Partnering with Melbourne’s highly anticipated fashion week for...

VAMFF PREMIUM RUNWAY 1 PRESENTED BY MISS VOGUE

March 17, 2015

Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

The first of this years’ VAMFF Premium Runway series brought with it a combination of structure and fluidity, sex appeal and tomboy tailoring, classic monochromes with rich pops of colour. Presented by Miss...

FOR THOSE WHO DO FEATURE: NAPOLEON PERDIS (VIDEO)

March 16, 2015

Napoleon Perdis is one of the most dynamic, energetic entrepreneur in the beauty industry. His namesake make up line has been around for 20 years and continues to evolve and adapt, much like the man...

BEHIND THE SCENES AT VAMFF 2015 OPENING DAVID JONES RUNWAY WITH THE VR VERDICT (VIDEO)

March 15, 2015

Couturing TV, Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Catch all the action from last night's VAMFF 2015 Opening David Jones runway as Vydia Rishie from The VR Verdict went behind the scenes at fashion week for Lenovo and Couturing with a hidden camera and Lenovo...

COUTURING PARTNER WITH TOP BLOGGERS FOR FIRST PERSON FASHION FESTIVAL WEBSERIES

March 14, 2015

Events and Runways, Fashion, Fashion Week, Features, VAMFF

Let's face it, fashion week isn't just about fashion. While we want to know all about the latest trends which take to the runway, we also want to find out who said what to who and when. We are excited to...

WHY YOU NEED A WEWOOD WATCH (WIN)

March 13, 2015

Anyone who has ever stood in a forest glade and seen the sunlight filtering in through a velvety green canopy, dappling the ground with patches of glittering gold, can testify to the beauty of nature. The...

BEAUTY TUTORIAL: KIM KARDASHIAN’S GRAMMY’S MAKEUP

March 12, 2015

Beauty, Features, Get The Look, Products

Each month I will be providing an exclusive Beauty Tutorial for Couturing readers. I didn't have to think long before deciding on my first lesson! If you are anything like me and you find yourself lying awake...

SILVANA LOVIN PHILIPPOUSSIS ON FAMILY, FASHION & ART

March 10, 2015

Fashion, Features, Interviews, News

Miu-Miu runway disk embellished silk dress Last time we featured Silvana Lovin Philippoussis, she was off to pursue a career in acting in LA. While over there, she undertook acting classes with Ivana...

TOP 5 FOOD YOU NEED TO TRY IN SINGAPORE

March 10, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Travel

// When visiting new countries, one of the best ways to immerse yourself into the culture is to try some of the local delicacies. If you are planning a trip to Singapore, your tastebuds will definitely get...

WHERE TO STAY IN BALI: THE W HOTEL

March 9, 2015

Features, Lifestyle, Travel

The W Hotel is a hotel unlike any other. It offers the comfort and resources of a big hotel, but puts its own quirky spin on traditional accommodation. Located in the heart of Bali’s bustling Seminyak, The W...

FOR THOSE WHO DO FEATURE: DANNII MINOGUE (VIDEO)

March 9, 2015

Behind The Seams, Couturing TV, Fashion, Features, For Those Who Do, Interviews

Dannii Minogue was one of the original slashies. The multi-talented actress, singer and dancer launched her career on soapies Skyways and The Sullivans at the tender age of 7. She then landed successful...

GENERAL PANTS CO UNVEILS MARDI GRAS CELEBRATORY STOREFRONTS

March 6, 2015

Fashion, Features, News

General Pants Co loves a celebration, and Mardi Gras is no exception. Getting behind the infamous LGBT parade to celebrate equality, for the first time the windows in both GP’s Pitt Street Mall and Oxford...

BOBBI BROWN ON HOW TO CREATE A BEAUTY EMPIRE

March 6, 2015

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

She credited with changing the landscape of the makeup industry. When everyone was doing bright blue eye shadow in the 80's, Bobbi Brown was nailing neutrals, when the heavy makeup of the 90's came calling,...

HUMMING PUPPY – YOGA WITH A SENSORY TWIST

March 6, 2015

Features, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Humming Puppy is no ordinary yoga studio. I'm not saying it's unlike any other yoga studio because it does one type of yoga versus another, but it's an illuminating experience that enhances your senses...

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GET THE LOOK: BACKSTAGE AT KOOKAI AUTUMN/WINTER 2015

March 6, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Get The Look, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Before Kookai’s spectacular Autumn/Winter 2015 collection, Couturing headed behind the scenes to see what beauty look Napoleon Perdis and L’Oreal Profesionnel had created for the show. Sleek hair and...

WHERE TO STAY IN TORQUAY: RACV TORQUAY RESORT

March 5, 2015

Features, Lifestyle, Travel

Forget what you know about the RACV. Not just for motoring enthusiast, and spanning resorts across Cape Schank, Hobart and Noosa, to name a few, this series of seven luxury hotels are not to be missed. The...

GORMAN CREATE ‘MOTH AND MOON’ MAGIC IN THE FITZROY GARDENS

March 5, 2015

Events and Runways, Fashion, Features, News

Last week, Australian design powerhouse Gorman hosted a stunning solo runway in Melbourne's iconic Fitzroy Gardens Conservatory to showcase the brand's Autumn 2015 collection and celebrate the...

YOUR MARCH COUTURING PLAYLIST (LISTEN)

March 5, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Playlist

This month's playlist sees DJ James Ross revive old classics from Timbaland and Calvin Harris, and mix it in with new offerings from Kayne, Ed Sheeran and Selena Gomez. Collaborations are the flavour of the...

WHERE TO STAY IN BALI: VILLA PORTSEA

March 4, 2015

Features, Lifestyle, Travel

Tucked away off the main road in Petitenget, Seminyak, Villa Portsea is a little oasis in the heart of Bali. Designed and built by Australian Scott Holmes and his partner, Villa Portsea has quickly become the...

COTTON ON’S LEAH SUMMERS TALKS THE WANTED

March 4, 2015

Behind The Seams, Fashion, Features, Interviews

As Cotton On's denim buyer, Leah Summers has to be on top of every trend from the streets to the runway, so it's no wonder she was the go-to girl to curate The Wanted - Cotton On's new staple range of denim....

SIMONE Pérèle PRESENTS UNDER THE COVERS: WITH Silvana Lovin Philippoussis

March 3, 2015

Behind The Seams, Competition, Fashion, Features, Interviews

Silvana wears the Delice Push Up in Moonlight from Simone Pérèle She's got one of the best bods in the business and is one of Australia's top models, so decided to go under the covers with beautiful...

INTERVIEW WITH GAIL ELLIOTT OF LITTLE JOE WOMAN

March 3, 2015

Behind The Seams, Fashion, Features, Interviews

Fashion and travel has always been an important part of Gail Elliott's life. From starting her career as a top model (travelling the world alongside friends and colleagues Cindy Crawford and Yasmin Le Bon)...

ROLLING STONE AWARDS WITH PATRON TEQUILA

March 2, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Justice Crew Patron Tequila partnered with Rolling Stone’s for the 6th annual Rolling Stone Awards on Wednesday 25 February, at the Byron Kennedy Hall of the Entertainment Quarter. Celebrating the best...

FOR THOSE WHO DO INTERVIEW: ENTREPRENEUR JENNIFER HAWKINS (VIDEO)

March 2, 2015

Couturing TV, Fashion, Features, Interviews

In the flesh Jennifer Hawkins radiates something special. Something you can’t quite put your finger on but you know that whatever the “x-factor” is, she’s got it. It’s easy to see why the...

MR EASTWOOD MEETS MR PORTER

February 28, 2015

Campaigns, Fashion, Features, News

Scott Eastwood, son of Hollywood legend Mr Clint Eastwood, has just collaborated with luxury mens e-tailer MR PORTER, exclusively shot, styled and interviewed for the latest issue of The Journal. Shot by...

WIN A TICKET TO MAKEUP GENIUS NAPOLEON PERDIS’ SYDNEY MASTERCLASS

February 26, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Competition, Features, Products

Celebrate timeless beauty with makeup master Napoleon Perdis at David Jones this March. Napoleon will be accompanied by this mother, Liana and wife, Soula-Marie as he teaches an exclusive makeup workshop to...

PLANNING A SORRENTO WEDDING? MEET YOUR NEW FAVOURITE VENUE

February 25, 2015

Bridal, Features, Real Weddings, Wedding Lifestyle

The Luminaire Wedding Venue offers brides a premiere place to have their wedding with loads of amenities. Marking its one year anniversary, the shack is quickly become a much-loved local hangout, and...

FOR THOSE WHO DO FEATURE: RUBY ROSE INTERVIEW (VIDEO)

February 23, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Couturing TV, Features, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag

She's not your average makeup brand spokeswoman, but then Ruby Rose is not your average woman. The Australian born creative made a whirlwind trip to Australia earlier this month as part of her role as an...

WANT TO BE THE FIRST TO TRY THE LATEST BEAUTY PRODUCTS? JOIN THE JURY

February 22, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products

Do you love getting your hands on the latest lippie? Love trying the newest skincare products or want to be the first to try the up-to-the minute hair styling tools? Then we want you! We are excited to...

ALL THE PICTURES FROM THE DANNII MINOGUE FOR TARGET COLLECTION BLOGGER BREAKFAST

February 20, 2015

She is one of Australia's most successful entertainment exports, and now Dannii Minogue has further made her mark on the fashion world with Target Australia announcing that Dannii Minogue’s exclusive petite...

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME

February 20, 2015

When it’s time to find your first home it can be an exciting yet anxious time. Many buyers are unsure where to start and how to narrow down the perfect property for you. Thanks to websites like Volusia...

WIN A YEAR SUPPLY OF ADIDAS SNEAKERS

February 20, 2015

Competition, Features

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KadkoTpj5_g&feature=youtu.be Start making space in your wardrobe - this is your chance to win a year's supply of Adidas sneakers. The name everyone knows in fashion to...

RUYI RESTAURANT, DISCOVER THIS HIDDEN GEM

February 20, 2015

Located off Liverpool Street in the heart of Melbourne's bustling CBD, Ruyi is truly one of the those hidden restaurant gems. Famous for its modern Chinese food, Ruyi is a celebration of sharing beautiful...

AUSTRALIAN DESIGNERS TAKE NEW YORK: ZIMMERMAN NYFW AW15

Jayme O'Donoghue

February 19, 2015

The Zimmerman NYFW show is always a very proud moment for us Australians. Showing for the fourth time at NYFW, the mega star designer sisters, Nicky and Simone Zimmerman, have done an extraordinary job...

HOW TO GET THE PERFECT BROWS

February 19, 2015

So we’ve all seen the thick, heavy eyebrows of stars like Cara Delvinge or Lily Collins. You may have admired how they can pull off such a look, but have dismissed thoughts that you need to fill in your...

COUTURING COOKS: BRUSCHETTA PASTA (VIDEO)

February 18, 2015

Everyone loves bruschetta and this Spring/Summer classic is now a pasta favourite. Enjoy bruschetta pasta this weekend with your favourite glass of white wine! INGREDIENTS 400g Capellini pasta (Couturing...

ERIN MAXWELL TALKS LOVE SHOP SHARE X BALLETTONET

February 18, 2015

It's every girl's dream to design their own shoe collection and for blogger and creative Erin Maxwell from Love Shop Share, that dream has become reality with her newly launched capsule collection for ballet...

THE BEST OF BERLIN FASHION WEEK STREET STYLE

February 17, 2015

Fashion, Fashion Week, Features, News, Street Style and Style Icons

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz Berlin Fashion Week wrapped up last week and whilst we were still truly mind blown with the new designs, talent and collections for 2015 it was the street style that caught our ever...

JESS HART ON LUMA COSMETICS + GIVEAWAY

February 16, 2015

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

She is one of Australia's most successful modelling exports, but Jess Hart is more than just a pretty face. After spending many years in the makeup chair for some of the biggest fashion brands in the world,...

FOR THOSE WHO DO FEATURE: HEIDI KLUM, MODEL & ENTREPRENEUR

February 16, 2015

Campaigns, Couturing TV, Fashion, Features, Interviews

Heidi Klum is a one woman empire. In an industry focused on looks and the next big thing, Klum has managed to carve out a successful career for herself, still dominating the industry long after models of her...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY WITH KEVIN MURPHY FOR MYER’S A/W15 LAUNCH

Ghadeer El-Khub

February 16, 2015

Beauty, Features, Get The Look

Couturing headed backstage last night to capture the best beauty moments from the Myer Autumn/Winter 15 fashion launch. Hair Director Kevin Murphy and his renowned team of STYLE.MASTERS and SESSION.SALON...

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY: MYER A/W15 MAKEUP LOOKS

February 16, 2015

Beauty, Features, Get The Look

Myer Ambassador, Kate Peck It was a hive of activity backstage at the Myer Autumn/Winter ‘15 launch last night! And for the second consecutive season, Napoleon Perdis was the mastermind behind the stunning...

TOP 5 MENSWEAR LOOKS FOR VALENTINE’S DAY

February 13, 2015

Fashion, Features, Menswear, News

Gentlemen, that time of year has come around when it's time to take your OTL (one-true-love) or your CF (current fling) on the most romantic night he/she will have all year. All that time an effort goes into...

WIN ONE OF FIVE $100 VOUCHERS THANKS TO JAG

February 13, 2015

Fashion, Features

Jag, the original Australian denim brand, is back with a fashionable vengeance. With 15 new denim styles in tow, Jag Denim is ready to update your wardrobe staples. The JAG "Made To...

AUSTRALIA’S FIRST ZARA HOME OPENS AT HIGHPOINT

February 12, 2015

Features, Home, Interiors

Australia has welcomed Zara Home to its shores, with the first store now open at Highpoint Shopping Centre. Situated around the corner from Highpoint’s existing Zara apparel store, the spacious Zara...

THE ULTIMATE VALENTINE’S DAY GIFTS GUIDE

February 11, 2015

Fashion, Features, Gift Guide, News

Valentines Day is a bit of a present minefield when it comes to choosing the right gift. Do you go sexy, or romantic? Fun, or flirty? Practical or playful? Luckily for you last minute gift getters, we've...

LARA BINGLE ON THE BASE, WORKOUT SECRETS & WHAT’S ON FOR 2015

February 11, 2015

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

With her bronzed limbs and her choppy blonde bob, Lara Bingle is the ultimate beach babe. After the success of her swimwear line for Cotton On, it only seems fitting that her latest venture sees her release...

LAST MINUTE VALENTINE’S DAY VENUES

February 11, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Valentine's Day is a day that some people dread each year. Not because it's a bad day but because it's hard to figure out what to do in the advance and sometimes working these things out can be daunting or too...

OLIVIA PALERMO: THE NEW FACE OF MAX&CO EYEWEAR

February 10, 2015

Campaigns, Fashion, Features, News

MAX&Co. have presented Olivia Palermo as their international style ambassador and the face of their Spring/Summer 2015 collection of sunglasses and optical frames. A match made in style...

CANDICE SWANEPOEL SWAPS LINGERIE FOR DENIM

February 10, 2015

Campaigns, Fashion, Features, News

If Candice Swanepoel was born a couple decades earlier she would have easily been one of The Supers along with Cindy, Christie, Naomi and Kate, so it's fitting that her collaboration with MOTHER denim gives a...

INTRODUCING POLO FOR WOMEN BY RALPH LAUREN

February 10, 2015

Features, People & Parties

Ralph Lauren launched Polo for Women AW15 collection at Sydney's Carriageworks last week with an American themed event, in the spirit of what Ralph Lauren represents, the all American brand. Guests enjoyed...

WIN THE ICONIC CAMPARI CALENDAR

February 9, 2015

The Campari Calendar is one of the world’s iconic artistic calendars. Each year the calendar is produced with a limited edition distribution across the world of 9,999 copies. It is a tribute to...

THE BAG EVERY WOMAN NEEDS

February 5, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Charity, Features, Lifestyle

Every season there is a a plethora of It-bags every girl is dying to get their hands on. This year, the hottest bag no girl should be seen without, is not by Alexander Wang, Chanel or Chloe, it's a bag created...

WANT TO SEE ASHTON KUTCHER SPEAK?

February 5, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Technology

Who would have thought that the guy from Dude Where's My Car would turn out to be one of the most dynamic tech investors in the world today. Actor Ashton Kutcher has shown that he is more than just a pretty...

ILIA FOUNDER SASHA PLAVSIC ON WHY EVERY WOMAN NEEDS HER LIPSTICK

February 5, 2015

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

Every woman must have a good lipstick in their makeup bag. With just one swipe it can brighten your mood, take your makeup from a day to night look and give you that extra little bit of confidence you need to...

JOSH GOOT’S TOP 5 MOST MEMORABLE COLLECTIONS

February 4, 2015

Campaigns, Fashion, Features, Lookbooks, News

Following the announcement that Josh Goot has placed his eponymous label under voluntary administration, Couturing is recapping this iconic Australian designer’s top 5 most memorable collections. Goot...

WHERE TO TAKE YOUR VALENTINE?

February 4, 2015

Features, Food & Drink

This year Valentine's day falls on a Saturday and that means you can spoil your Valentine for the whole day! To help you planning the perfect day, we've put together a list of restaurants that might be the...

YOUR FEBRUARY COUTURING PLAYLIST (LISTEN)

February 3, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Playlist

In the mood for some new music? DJ James Ross has your February sorted. A touch of RiRi, a dash of Alt-J and a little bit of Drake will have you groovin' all month long. Artist: A$AP Rocky Song: Fashion...

MEET THE FINALISTS FOR TARGET’S NATIONAL GRADUATE PROGRAM

February 3, 2015

Fashion, Fashion Week, Features, News, VAMFF

Target Australia is not shy of a designer collaboration - partnering for collections with Stella McCartney, Josh Goot, and Missoni to name a few - but now, they're turning their eye to fresh,...

GIGI HADID STARS IN THE NEW SEAFOLLY CAMPAIGN

February 3, 2015

Campaigns, Fashion, Features, News

She's already dating Aussie muso Cody Simpson, and it looks like the Australian connections don't stop there for Gigi Hadid, with the Palestinian/Dutch stunner just named as the new face of Seafolly. CLICK...

STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL ARRIVES IN MELBOURNE

February 2, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle

Based on the Australian classic film, Strictly Ballroom the Musical has arrived in Melbourne! After a Sydney season, the Baz Luhrmann production is now playing at Her Majesty’s Theatre and is not one to be...

THE TOP 5 TOOLS TO MAKE YOUR WEEKEND EASIER

January 30, 2015

Features, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

AGL has launched Free Power Saturdays for eligible Victorian residential consumers which gives customers who sign up to the plan 100 percent free electricity on Saturdays for a year. This includes all...

THE EMIRATES SUITE SERVES UP THE STARS AT THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN COCKTAIL RECEPTION

January 29, 2015

Features, Lifestyle, People & Parties

The Emirates Suite played host to a bevy of stars this week at the Australian Open Cocktail Reception where guests experienced the first class perks of the Sponsors' hospitality. Guests enjoyed a first class...

SUMMER SERIES: HAIRCARE

Ghadeer El-Khub

January 28, 2015

Beauty, Features, Products, Skincare and Haircare

Keep your locks aglow with these summer hair care tips – straight from the professionals. Even the professionals love an au naturel look, with textured beach hair all summer long. Fake it, don’t bake it...

HEIDI KLUM INTIMATES LAUNCHES AT MYER

January 27, 2015

Events and Runways, Fashion, Features

Known in the industry as 'The Body', Heidi Klum showed exactly why she was the perfect collaborator for lingerie giant Bendon, as she fronted the Melbourne crowds to launch her new line, Heidi Klum Intimates T...

SUMMER SERIES: HAIR TRENDS

Ghadeer El-Khub

January 27, 2015

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Products, Trends

Summer is in full swing, and in preparation for the long beach days and hot summer nights ahead, start planning your summer makeover now with some help from Couturing’s guide to SS15’s biggest hair...

THIS AUSTRALIA DAY, WE SALUTE OUR FAVOURITE STYLE ICONS

January 26, 2015

Fashion, Features, News, Street Style and Style Icons

Australia Day is generally synonymous with barbecues, the Triple J Hottest 100, and catching up with friends - but this year, we're celebrating our top five favourite Australian style icons. From Lara, to...