After Hours at Gracie's Wine Room
This two-part series will spotlight women and the lives they lead beyond their 9-to-5.
Overview
If you're a woman who loves to network, listen up. Offering a fun way to learn, grow and connect, After Hours is coming to South Yarra on Monday, June 30 and Monday, July 7. Hosted by New Balance and the Style-ish Podcast, the intimate evenings will connect like-minded women across Melbourne. Each night will explore themes like ambition, creativity and personal style, powered by good wine and delicious food. After Hours is free to attend, with limited tickets available.
Nicole Squelch
After Hours will also celebrate the upcoming launch of New Balance's 471 sneaker. The versatile silhouette is inspired by a vintage running style and can be worn to early meetings and post-work drinks — no outfit change required.
The sneakers are also a perfect match for the venue hosting the two-part series. Taking place at Gracie's Wine Room, the Edwardian building, warm timber and leafy courtyard provide the perfect backdrop for this refreshing alternative to traditional networking.
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On night one, guests can expect an inspiring panel discussion featuring Kelsie Grace (Founder of Gracie's Wine Room), Laura Henshaw (Co-Founder of Kic) and finance expert Melissa Browne. They'll share insights into the daunting realities of starting and scaling a business, navigating the workforce in 2025, and the power of marketing and financial literacy. At the end, there will be an audience Q&A and time to connect over food and drinks.
The second instalment is themed around Fashion for the (Style-ish) Working Woman, and will see conversations celebrating Australian fashion, trends and the role of personal style in and outside the workplace. Guests include Nadia Bartel (Founder of Henne), Lucia Hanna (Co-Founder and Creative Director of With Harper Lu) and Melbourne lifestyle influencer and model Annalise Dalins. Like night one, the evening will feature a panel discussion, an audience Q&A and time to catch up after.
Nicole Squelch
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