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    The Commuter Suit Designed for Cyclists

    Head to your desk straight from your bike.

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    Meet Five Australian Fashion Designers Fighting to Keep It Local

    Now more than ever is the time to support labels that manufacture in the same place where they design.

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    Wool&Prince Return with a T-Shirt You Almost Never Have to Wash

    From the team that brought you the button-down shirt you can wear for 100 days without washing.

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    The Perfect Tee Kickstarter Promises Organic Cotton, Ethics and Fair Prices

    Introducing the 'perfect Tee' - stylish, comfy, organic, Australian-made, $55.

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    We Are Handsome x Soludos May Be the Perfect Shoes for Summer

    The digital print masters boldly expand into espadrille territory.

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    Slap Some Art on Your Face with Beastman x Colab Sunglasses

    We got the scoop from Sydney artist Beastman on taking art from paper to plastic.

Latest Guides
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    District8 Lets You Go Online Shopping in Your Ultimate Fashion Neighbourhood

    The solution to finding (and remembering) the world's gorgeous little fashion boutiques.

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    Summer Style Guide for Men

    Because swim shorts 24-7 are not socially acceptable unless you live on the beach.

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    Summer Style Guide for Women

    Some of the season's best looks for every taste.

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    M.I.A. Bootlegs Bootleggers for Versace

    Pro-yet-anti-yet-pro-capitalist fashion statement.

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    Nike Launches Air Max Glow Collection, Night Joggers Rejoice

    The Air Max Glow kicks run on green radioactive glamour.

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    Uniqlo to Open First Australian Store

    Heattech underwear, Ultra Light Down and bold design collaborations are on their way to Melbourne's Emporium.

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    Artist-Designed Shoes from Bucketfeet Arrive in Australia

    Meet the duo behind Bucketfeet: unique, artist-designed shoes that have just landed on Australian shelves.

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    H&M to Launch First Australian Store

    High-end trends on a low-end budget.

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    Revisit a Time When Street Photography Meant More Than Fashion

    See how the legends cross social boundaries to capture iconic images of their milieu.

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    Pebble Smart Watch Hits Retail Stores in US

    The wearable technology flood gates are set to open.

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    Catwalk Fashion and Font Design Combine

    Every year, Paris-based designer Yvette Yang immortalises changing trends with her annual 'fashion font'.

Latest Events
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    IF

    Thursday, May 16 - Wednesday, June 5, 2024

    Various cinemas in Brisbane

    Instead of aliens in 'A Quiet Place' and its sequel, John Krasinski ponders a world where imaginary friends are real in this warmly whimsical family-friendly fantasy.

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    Spanish Film Festival

    Thursday, June 13 - Wednesday, July 10, 2024

    Select cinemas in Brisbane, Various locations

    Say hola to the Brisbane's annual showcase of Spanish and Latin American movies — including a celebration of Salvador Dalí in cinema.

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    The Made Local Market — Winter

    Saturday, June 15 - Sunday, June 16, 2024

    Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills

    This market is like Etsy IRL, complete with over 120 local makers, designers, artists and creators selling their wares.

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    Lifeline Bookfest — Winter

    Saturday, June 29 - Sunday, July 7, 2024

    Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane

    Your twice-yearly excuse to boost your reading list is back, this time with more than 10,000 comics — and the usual million-plus books.

  • Event

    Grease

    Saturday, January 4 - Sunday, January 26, 2025

    QPAC Lyric Theatre, South Brisbane

    It's electrifying: the 50s-set, five-decade-old show has scored a brand-new stage production, and it's rolling into Brisbane from January 2024.

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    Seasonal Fruit Festival — Winter Edition

    Sunday, June 16, 2024

    Felons Barrel Hall, Brisbane City

    Catch Tirzah, Glass Beams, Bonny Doon and more at this riverside festival curated by Jet Black Cat Music at Felons Brewing Co.

  • Event

    West End Solstice Market

    Friday, June 14, 2024

    Davies Park, West End

    The longest night of the year is on its way — and you can celebrate with 120-plus stalls, pop-up bars, glühwein, bonfires, live music and fire twirlers.

  • Event

    Monster

    Thursday, May 9 - Wednesday, May 29, 2024

    Select cinemas in Brisbane, Various locations

    Hirokazu Kore-eda's first Japanese film since 'Shoplifters' is yet another of the great director's deeply empathetic masterpieces.

  • Event

    Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes

    Thursday, May 9 - Wednesday, May 29, 2024

    Various cinemas in Brisbane

    More than half a century after the first film, Hollywood's paws are still on this sci-fi franchise — and this is a thoughtful and engaging new instalment.

  • Event

    Winter Chalet at Customs House

    Tuesday, May 14 - Saturday, August 31, 2024

    Customs House Brisbane, Brisbane

    Spend winter sipping champagne while eating Moreton Bay bug croissants and baked whole brie in igloos by the river.

  • News

    The Giant Paper Clip Handbag

    Designer Peter Bristol has brought a new perspective to the humble paper clip.

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    The Shirt You Can Wear for 100 Days Without Washing

    Saving you money, water and washing powder while looking good.

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    Fashion Shoots, the Tilda Swinton Way

    Even with centipedes on her face, she's gorgeous.

  • News

    Get Your Own Great Gatsby Duds, Thanks to Brooks Brothers and Catherine Martin

    Catherine Martin and Brooks Brothers teamed up to create the costumes for The Great Gatsby, now, Brooks Brothers has launched a collection inspired by those costumes.

  • News

    How Phoenix Keating Brought Cowboys & Aliens to Sydney Fashion Week

    We chat to Phoenix Keating about fashion, success at a (absurdly) young age, the outer space/spaghetti western nexus and Lady Gaga.

  • News

    Concrete Playground Meets Adele Frost

    From the camera to the catwalk to the clothing rack, Ms. Frost has all layers of the fashion industry covered.

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    Five Emerging Australian Fashion Designers You Need to Know

    Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia wrapped up last Friday after showcasing the best of local fashion design against the backdrop of Sydney Harbour.

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    Wool Modern Showcases Australia’s Top Designers

    From the Campaign for Wool, Wool Modern brings avant garde wool design to Sydney.

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    Concrete Playground Meets Swedish Fashion Blogger, Caroline Blomst

    Swedish fashion Blogger and International face for Rekorderlig Cider, Caroline Blomst had a very busy schedule while visiting Australia for the first time

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    The World’s First ‘Shoppable’ Music Video

    Buy Iggy Azalea, Diplo, and FKi's clothes right off their backs via SENSE's new collaborative video.

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    Online Pop-Up Store Features Notable Fashionistas’ Closets

    Shop the covetable closets of your favourite fashion bloggers, stylists, and more.

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    Saught Jewellery Supports Sustainability in Post-Conflict Countries

    From the remnants of war, Saught helps people in war-torn countries design and create wearable art.

  • News

    The Ten Best Markets in Brisbane

    With the weather getting milder every day now, there is no better time to discover some of the best markets around without the fear of being baked alive in the process.

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    Brief Jerky Underwear

    Still looking for that perfect romantic gift to satisfy your lover's expectations this Valentine's Day?

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    Ten Brands That Should Open Shop in Australia

    After the recent explosion of interest in the In-N-Out Burger pop-up store in Sydney, we take a look at the other cult brands we hope hit our shores soon.

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    Joey Andolina’s Mobile Vest Boombox

    Arriving just in time for summer, this vest boombox allows you to show off your fashion prowess while blasting European hardstyle.

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    Air Guitar T-Shirts You Can Actually Play

    Old Navy have collaborated with ThinkGeek to create a shirt that not only features an image of a guitar, but also sounds like one.

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    Basil Bangs’ Beautiful Beach Brollies

    Basil Bangs' beautifully designed beach umbrellas will allow you to spend a sensible day at the beach while still looking hip.

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    British Department Store Launches Virtual Pop-Up Stores

    A great example of social media and technology changing the way in which companies are communicating with consumers.

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    The Spirit of Youth Awards Set to Grow in 2011/2012

    With the competition's expansion into unprecedented categories, there are now more opportunities for Australia's finest creative minds to showcase their work to the world.

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    Adidas to Launch $1 Sneaker in India

    Adidas is looking to the subcontinent for its new major growth market.

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    Augmented Reality App Encourages Peeping Toms

    Moosejaw has created the X-Ray Catalog App which strips models of unsexy outdoor clothing to reveal what they are wearing underneath.

  • News

    Win a Double Pass to See Bill Cunningham New York

    The documentary follows the life and work of 80-year old Bill Cunningham, photographer for The New York Times and candid fashion icon.

  • News

    Brisbane Emerging Art Festival Call Out – Fashion

    If you work directly within fashion - be you designer, milliner, jeweller - or indirectly - fashion illustration, film, et cetera - then the Brisbane Emerging Art Festival wants to hear from you.

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