COVET MAGAZINE ISSUE 9

SEP/DEC ISSUE 9

Ilesha Haywood

GRACE LAND

Neon Heartache

Remembering a Style Icon:

Amy Winehouse

Flying high with

Nicola Wood Accompany

By Imagery

Bianca Spender

Fernando Frisoni Disco Bloodbath Spring Maze

Forever New Spring LAUNCH Beauty in Bali

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CONTENTS

Remembering a style icon: Amy Winehouse

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Neon Heartache

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Warm Neutrals Spread

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Forever New Spring Launch

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Disco Bloodbath

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Spring Maze

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Flying High with Nicola Wood

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Bianca Spender

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ASOS

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Grace Land

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Accompany By Imagery

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Fernando Frisoni

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Beauty In Bali

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Paramedical Skin Clinic

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Vanessa Testa Vanessa@covetmagazine.com.au

DIRECTOR

ANTHONY LICURIA anthony@covetmagazine.com.au

FASHION EDITOR

CATHERINE CICCONE catherine@covetmagazine.com.au

BEAUTY EDITOR

NATALIE LACY natalie@covetmagazine.com.au

CONTRIBUTORS

CATHERINE CICCONE LAURA BLASETTI MARIA TERESA SAGARIA VANESSA TESTA Alaa Lulu Hasanein Rebecca Knight Snjezana Bobic Catherine Ciccone Tessa Carroll Olivia Pajer Laura Blasetti Natalie Lacy Beti Jay Maria Teresa Sagaria Vee Mesic Jess Dempsey

STYLING

RACHEL HAYES - www.rhstyling.com.au

HAIR

SASH at BIBA CAMBERWELL - www.biba.com.au

MAKE-UP

DEAN NIXON - www.mastermakeup.com.au

PHOTOGRAPHY

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Welcome to COVET Magazine’s delightful Spring edition, where we celebrate the best of the new season and showcase some exclusive events and interviews with some of your favourite brands and people.

Spring is upon us, which for many of us means eliminating our ‘Melbourne black’ habit and injecting some bright and light colours into our wardrobe. I for one admit, I am guilty of this tendency!

Our gorgeous cover model is Ashleigh Brewer, actress on the long-running soap opera Neighbours. Check out our neutrals fashion spread, interview’s with Fernando Frisoni, gorgeous television chopper reporter Nicola Wood, and refreshing

beauty treatments from Bali, plus much more!

So Melbourne, let the grey clouds part and let’s welcome the beginning of festival season with events such as the AFL Grand Final, Spring Racing and weekend adventures at our favourite hot-spots!

I can’t think of a better season than Spring to complete my first edition of COVET Magazine as Editor-InChief, I hope you all enjoy this edition as much as the Covet team enjoyed creating it!

Love,

Vanessa Testa xx

What I’m Coveting!

Vitamin C Skin Boost - The Body Shop The perfect product to prepare your skin for Spring! I love using this every morning - the silky smooth formula glides on with a yummy citrus scent! It contains Amazonian camu camu berry, which is know to have one of the highest contents of vitamin C in nature along with skin-softening vitamin E. Fresh Sugar acai body cream We love Fresh Sugar luxurious body cream, rich in antioxidant’s and it smells divine! Perfect to start to moisturising your winter skin so it is ready to be exposed for Spring!

Lancôme L’Absolu Nu in Voile de Rose This gorgeous lipstick is the hot colour for this Spring season.

It’s moisturising quality is wonderful, it’s a must-have to feel fabulous and brighten up any outfit!

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Remembering a style icon:

Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and world-renowned style icon, Amy Winehouse (aged 27 years) was found dead in her London home on July 23, 2011.

Winehouse shot to fame with the album “Back to Black,” whose blend of jazz, soul, rock and classic pop was a global hit. It won five Grammys and made Winehouse - with her 1960’s inspired beehive hairdo and oldfashioned sailor tattoos - one of music’s most recognizable stars. Winehouse’s problems with drug and alcohol abuse, violence, and her self-destructive behaviours were regular tabloid news from 2007 until her death.

Winehouse remained dedicated to a look that defined her sound, style and outrageous personality. Despite her premature death, Winehouse has left her signature on both the music and fashion industries alike.

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singer’s musical appeal was just as quickly rivalled by her distinctive look. Her bold beehive and dramatic eyeliner were aesthetic hallmarks, and she soon became synonymous with her own brand of effortless retro-modern rock.

When asked about her fashion inspiration, Winehouse simply said: “I just dress like it’s still the ’50’s.”

Winehouse’s style was consistent, she continued to tout edgy designers like Preen and Arrogant Cat and worked with Fred Perry on two namesake clothing collections.

She collaborated with Fred Perry in autumn 2010 on a collection that reflected her signature 1950’s style, yet adding a modern preppy twist and modeled the clothes herself. The spring/summer 2011 collection launched in March 2011, and much like the first one, was fun and flirty. It has been said Winehouse chose

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the tropical Hawaiian theme herself and was highly involved in the development.

Winehouse and Fred Perry had completed work on future collections, up to autumn/winter 2012.

Winehouses’ father, Mitch Winehouse, recently made a statement saying that the collection would go ahead as planned, and all proceeds would go to the newly established ‘Amy Winehouse Foundation’. The Foundation, established in her name by her family, will provide help and support to those battling addiction problems. There is also speculation that Fred Perry will make a donation to the Foundation as well.

Winehouse’s distinctive style made her a muse for other fashion designers such as Karl Lagerfeld as well. The clothing icon took inspiration from the singer for a catwalk show in London in 2007, by using her beehive image on his models. Lagerfeld also decided to launch a clothing line based on Winehouse’s unique fashion sense because she reminded him of the French actress, Brigitte Bardot.

Close friends and family remembered Winehouse with a private funeral service on July 26, while fans gathered outside her London home to pay tribute. Winehouse will no doubt be remembered for her troubles as well as her triumphs, but her indelible signature will ultimately live on in both song and style.

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What do you get when you combine, love, heartbreak, nature and a need for freedom?

A brand is born.

Written by Snjezana Bobic

Neon

Heartach

Snjezana Bobic spoke with the talented designer behind Neon Heartac Amelia, to see what she looks for when creating a new season line.

Where did the name Neon Heartache come from?

Neon Heartache was a label name I created when I was studying. I graduated and I thought it suited the design aesthetic that still applies to the label today.

I had to move away from my family and friends, so designing became a creative release for me that I had never experienced before. It brought me joy.

So ‘Neon’ was my happiness and ‘Heartache’ was literally what I felt!

How long have you been designing?

My label was established in 2008, so three and a bit years if you don’t include my study and the scribbles that I used to do on any spare paper that was lying around!

What inspires you to create something different?

Nature at its purest form inspires me. I don’t mean in a literal sense, I wouldn’t take a picture of a landscape or a flower and try to emulate its beauty.

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and break with this all mighty force which made me think of beautiful draping with strong silhouettes.

That is what inspires me to draw!

Who are you fashion influences?

There are so many amazing designers that I have great respect for and are completely in awe of them, but I couldn’t say that there were any that really influenced me in a certain style for my collections, or even the direction my label is going. Music, however, does influence the way that I draw or the colour palette. For my winter range at the moment I was listening to the Cure when I was designing which brought something dark and lovely to collection.

If you could dress anyone, who would it be and why?

Gwenyth Paltrow, because she has the ability to wear something that is so simple yet makes the most monumental impact! And when she does wear something a little out of the ordinary it doesn’t swallow her up, she has the strength and the fragility to wear just about anything. And I think she seems like a nice person.

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Has it always been a dream to be featured in MBFF? Definitely! I was very lucky to have been in MBFF for the past three years, last year being my first solo show (the other two were showcased in the stockist’s shows). The response that Neon Heartache got last year was so amazing! And the venue was just so perfect, and it will again this year.

MBFF keeps stepping it up every year, which makes it so exciting to come back!

What have you got planned for the show? Anything you can tell us before the show starts?

Just some really beautiful pieces! This summer collection is a lot more feminine than what Neon Heartache has done before, still with structure but much softer! And a print, just to make things interesting!

What kind of Makeup have you got lined up for the show?

Very minimal and clean, to contrast with the organic shapes of the collections!

What advice do you have for someone starting out?

Just to do what you love!

The most important fashion must have are for winter?

A good boyfriend blazer so you can layer a beautiful, warm knit jumper underneath! |

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Spring Colle

By Alaa Lu

The Forever New Spring season launch took place at the Regent Theatre Plaza Ballroom in Melbourne this August, proving to be an appropriate space for the unveiling of the exquisite pieces.

The champagne flowed as the fashion elite were treated to a spectacular presentation. Sponsored by the brand, a young Mckenzie Comer surprised guests with her opening performance and strong vocal ability while aerial performers wowed the audience with their acrobatic skill, establishing the anticipation for an exciting exhibit ahead.

The brand is one of the fastest growing Australian brands, emerging in late 2006. Founded in Melbourne, it now trades over 120 stores and across seven countries.

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that each collection has offered. Celebrating the feminine beauty of women, the design of each item encompasses this idea.

The warm advance of spring often invokes feelings of happiness as dark becomes light and life begins to blossom and take form. It can take a person back to their childhood memories when the simple joy of playing in the sunshine was of most importance.

The Forever New label is known for its youthful designs and “The Age of Innocence� display proved this signature concept was here to stay. The show highlighted the strength of down-to-earth flair, allowing onlookers the opportunity to appreciate the value of basic pleasures.

Vintage Parisian chic and modern lines were a regular feature of the dresses, combining old world glamour with a sophisticated new twist. Using fabrics

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of silk, chiffon, lace, and tulle, the dreamy flow of the dresses inspired thoughts of pure goodness.

Both the elegant evening gowns and playful party designs were presented in a colour range of soft pretty pinks, peach, and creamy delights.

Delicate handmade couture dresses encrusted with mesmerising jewels were another astounding feature, showcased exclusively for the occasion.

The Dutch supermodel Milou Sluis was an obvious choice to headline the show with her wholesome girl next door looks, flying in to Melbourne especially for the event. Presenting the angelic beauty of a child, the models paraded the idea of maintaining youthful innocence in an adult world.

In an environment where sexual advancement is increasing earlier and earlier the designers have thoughtfully considered the statement their pieces

should make in maintaining the integrity of young girls. The quality was also a factor in their motivation for the range.

The samples are classically constructed and emphasise timeless style. The dresses of either floral print or graceful minimal detail clearly defined the inspiration behind the concept as understated splendour.

Guests at this exclusive event included Australia’s Next Top Model winner Sophie Van Dekker, celebrity stylist Amber Renae, DJ Grant Smillie, and leaders of the Melbourne fashion world.

The Forever New The collection will be available in stores later this year.

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DISCO BL Beneath a disco-bloodbath of treacherously addictive bars and copious amounts of rosé lies the heart of NYC. Art galleries are the playground for the nightowls of design who are known for recreating popular movements with a simple comb of the hair. In this land it is table licensing that is the language of the bars - where $300.00 a night will provide the party-goer with six milk crate-stools, a wooden pallet-become-table, two bottles of spirits, mixers and a good bottle of champagne. It is also the entry pass into any bar for gentlemen while the birds flock in thick and fast, donning eccentric outfits and a how-to attitude.

This is clearly a city of standards, setting the scene for limitless possibilities and endless fun.

On every corner there is a new pop-up shop providing alcoholic beverages and a chance to be on the brand’s television campaign. Flea markets, fashion launches, free live gigs and feverish summer heat are the first things that spring to mind when you ask me about spending a summer in this city.

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I found New York City to share many of what we Melbournians consider hip, which was pleasing in fact to know we aren’t behind the eight ball all that much. However New Yorken’s just seem to take it one step further with this ultra version of indie-hipster that shows no mercy to the next big trend and, in true New York form, adopting it through the all-consuming, over-saturating nature of this land.

The actual size of this island is almost inconceivable when you realise that so much of the world is dominated by the happenings of it’s inhabitants. New York holds the secrets to so much of the economic and social structures of this world. It is the mecca for Western-Design and it generates the US stockmarket all within the hub of Wall Street.

Days spent just wandering the streets of Soho or riding the Subway out to Brooklyn only encouraged my curiousity of the New York way of life. It struck me as odd how the two ultraextremes of wealth and poverty can co-exist

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within such a minute space on Earth. From the poverty-stricken homeless who sleep on trains to the über-wealthy who have staff waiting on them at all hours of the day.

There truly is no other place like this.

Melbourne in a respective light shares a lot of the eccentricity and avante-gard style of New York. I left this grand city with hope and vision for the young breed of designers currently sprouting out of Australia. Sadly, as always, both industries share the ‘it’s not what you know, but who you know’ mantra but by mingling with the right crowd everyone seemed easy enough to get along with and most are eager to help.

From exploring speak-easy bars in East Village and picnicing on the Hudson River on July 4th I managed coffee dates with various influencial designers and directors, such as Ralph Lauren’s art director and head designer of Yigal Azrouël.

It’s a cut throat industry there where young hopefuls with big dreams swamp the streets of the Fashion District but it’s hardly different to

Melbourne fashion industry given the current economic status of it’s country.

If you too venture into this wide world of the undiscovered-artistic-unknowns you are sure to feel initimated by it’s size. But by the time you have stalked the streets of the Lower-East Side and mosied down Bedford Avenue, BK, you too will fall victim to this estranged city. Watch out for the socks-and-clog-clad beatnik hipsters as they surround themselves with moustache-andsleeve-covered indiepops on fixie bikes. They’ll be sipping on vegie-juices with yoga mats slung over their shoulders, which, by the way, is currently the most popular accessory.

For a group of young designers this place is heaven.

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Tweet Tweet! You guessed correctly, we’re talking twitter.

Rid your assumptions and forget what you’ve heard, because this isn’t just a place to let the world know your eating macaroni and cheese. Twitter is a world of wonder filled with positive quotes, fashion news, celebrity updates, live event updates and press releases. @CovetMagazine we’re talking fashion, beauty, exclusive updates, behind the scenes and sneak peaks of what is to come.

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are quite popular, not only on twitter but also amongst the blogosphere. Take @MaxMcDougall, one half of the goodness from blog: http://www.justtwokids.com/www.justtwokids.com.

This young man has taken a strong stance in the Melbourne Fashion scene, it would not be out of the ordinary to find Max tweeting live from photoshoots and fashion week events across Melbourne. Max believes, ‘Fashion is a way to show who you are, without saying a word’. Young and a big supporter of local talent, he loves @CovetMagazine for our variety of different topics and editorials that make him want to spend up big.

Max is yet to turn 18, but we know this is just the

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beginning for a young and passionate Melbourne blogger. Follow him on twitter and be sure to take a good look at his blog.

Next up is something new too Melbourne @AleishaZoumaras from http://www.norockwithoutplastice.blogspot.com / www.norockwithoutplastice.blogspot.com.

A breath of fresh air straight from Adelaide, we welcome her with open arms. Aleisha has extraordinary style. Her passion for both styling and photography will not go unnoticed by anyone that takes the time to read her blog and twitter feed. We asked Aleisha what she is Coveting this season?

Here is what she had to say: @AleishaZoumaras this season I’m #coveting bold colour blocking in sherbet hues, collared shirts/dresses and lots of creeper style shoes!

Now if you’re still sceptical, jump onto twitter, create an account and start following @CovetMagazine, @ MaxMcDougall and @AleishaZoumaras.

Our conversations are always fun and inviting and we’d love to chat to our readers more. If you get stuck at any point, we’re only one tweet away!

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Tell us a bit about yourself.

My name is Nicola Wood, I’m 25 years old and every day I get to see the sunrise and sunset from 15,000 feet above sea level. I’m a traffic reporter for the Australian Traffic Network and fly around Melbourne in a chopper for a living.

How long have you wanted to work in television for?

I’ve always been drawn to the presenting and performing side of television; however throughout school and Uni, I was always interested in writing.

I studied a BA majoring in Literature at Melbourne Uni, yet am now using it to compile 50 second traffic reports!

What do you love about working on TV? I love the pressure and the excitement - live television and radio should never become too easy, because if you’re not on your toes, you’re not thinking enough.

I hope that the amazing feeling of getting through a difficult report and making it look effortless never goes away.

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What do you dislike? Is it as glamorous as everyone thinks it is?

I’m not particularly a morning person, so when the alarm goes off at 4:30am I don’t exactly jump out of bed! Although necessary, an early night is difficult to come by, as I have so many other things I want to do such as catch up with my friends. In terms of being glamorous, I guess it depends how you look at it.

Being in a chopper you feel every gust of wind and sometimes need to move quickly out of air space for incoming airplanes, which means quick drops and spins. I’d be lying if I said I haven’t used the in-flight sick bags before going on air! Yet, for every rough flight and freezing morning, there is a magnificent view that I never tire looking at.

What is your most memorable moment so far?

My most memorable moments are actually quite terrible - as you could imagine flying around to road accidents can be extremely confronting, and there have been some horrific crashes that are impossible to forget. However, it is also hard to forget the mistakes I’ve made on air - one morning I was dying for breakfast and told people to “slow down getting over the West Gate Fridge” - that was definitely a morning my colleagues won’t let me forget!

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Are there any cool perks that come with your job?

What do you currently CRAVE, DESIRE and INDULGE in?

Of course! The obvious one is the chopper ride, that never gets old! I get to appear on Sunrise in the morning and in between that, give the traffic updates for the Matt and Jo show on Fox; then in the afternoon get to drive people home with Ant and Becks on Mix, so you really get amazing opportunities from all different areas.

I am a hopeless makeup addict - I love seeing what Chanel release for each season and am usually the first to indulge in the matching lipstick and nail polish.

One thing I desire at the moment is a bright coloured patent leather YSL clutch – I just can’t choose between the yellow and turquoise! Something that I crave, generally all the time, is a pampering week at Aurora Day Spa. I absolutely love getting facials and cleansing my skin of all the makeup I wear on TV!

How would you define your style?

I think it’s quite hard to define because I like mixing so many different looks - I adore a polished look, anything pretty and feminine, yet I love teaming something girly with leather, lots of accessories, dark eyes and disheveled hair. I could purchase a complete outfit from Alannah Hill one day, wear head-to-toe Sass and Bide the next, and both are me.

What are you coveting right now?

Who is your style inspiration?

What’s next for Nicola Wood?

I love anything Blake Lively wears, I would die to raid Olivia Palermo’s wardrobe and I’m obsessed with Audrey Hepburn - somewhere in all of that is my ideal look! Inspiration for me usually comes from impulse, which is probably why I mix so many different looks.

I’m currently working on a fashion project that I can’t say too much about, however I hope a holiday is the next thing for me! It’s been a long time since I flew somewhere to NOT report on it!

Where are your favourite shopping spots in Melbourne?

I love the city - if you’ve already tried Chapel Street, High Street and Bridge Road, you’re bound to find something in Flinders Lane or Little Collins Street.

I wouldn’t go past Chadstone or Doncaster shopping centers - it is nice to have everything in the one spot sometimes when you’re feeling a little lazy.

What is your favorite online shopping portal?

I love Netaporter, ASOS, Shopbop and the Outnet. Online shopping is so addictive, and I’m yet to experience one of those horror stories where you buy something and it is completely different to what you originally thought.

My riskiest purchase online was leather pants. I couldn’t breathe in them when they arrived, however persisted through and now they are the best pants I own. Until I find another pair online...

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I love all the bright orange and reds that Sass and Bide are doing at the moment, along with the heavy bronze and rose gold metals they are using in their belts. I absolutely love their one shouldered statement tops, they would perfectly match the leopard pants I’m still rocking from last season!

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Art often transcends boundaries, so it comes as no surprise that the retail domain has combined art and fashion to create a stir among its patrons.

The installations located in retail window spaces in the Melbourne CBD, are a celebration for the environmentally friendly, not only raising awareness of the need to recycle but highlighting the possibility of recreating the old into modern design pieces.

From the perspective of the festival theme ‘Design That Moves’, Zomp will display a three dimensional model for characterisation and journey of shoes through time and place, in the process highlighting the power of imagination.

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that despite the year age of time their products are timeless in another form. Rebuilt from old and vintage shoe samples, disregarded shoe boxes and cartons, paint and dyes, the structure in the much loved Zomp shoe store invites shoppers to witness the transformation from excess material to inspirational range. With much emphasis placed on people in society to preserve resources, the change in the use of these materials provides consumers with the opportunity to discover the sustainability of their own possessions.

In a joint effort with independent young designers and merchandisers this initiative has given up and coming artists the chance to use their flare for design while simultaneously promoting environmental consciousness and exciting visitors. “The Look.Stop.Shop program provides the perfect platform for us to communicate our commitment

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to art and design initiatives aimed at encouraging young, emerging and Australian designers whilst simultaneously offering consumers the opportunity to discover something new,� said Erin McKinlay, Zomp Marketing Coordinator. The participation in the State of Design Festival allows Zomp devotees to appreciate some of their pre-loved merchandise and materials sourced directly from the designers.

The inclusion of the recycling aspect of this festival seems fitting, given the prominence placed on saving resources that has resulted from changing economic and environmental values in the past few years. The shoes are not overly trend driven, proving that pieces can be investments which women can wear season after season, year after year. The print and details are kept to a minimum, with the designs simply about playing with form. In a colour palette of white and orange, each sample demonstrates the construction

of classic shoe designs. The designers have shown that this attention to quality and conservation is the motivation behind their craftsmanship.

Art, like fashion, is essentially the recreation of an idea presented in a unique style. These talented artists have surpassed expectations, not only utilising discarded material but establishing them as contemporary and impressive works of art. The contrast of using old goods in the new phenomenon of 3D is yet another highlight of change and ‘movement’ in both time and use. Upon entering the store, the customer is welcomed by the exhibition situated affectionately in an impression of the cityscape of Melbourne.

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Bianca S COVET speaks exclusively with Australian designer Bianca Spender about fashion, life and family.

Can you tell COVET readers a little bit about yourself?

I have a little boy,I live by the beach and I love swimming. I am passionate about art, going to art exhibitions, reading art books. Each time I go overseas I try to see as many exhibitions as I can, and come back with kilos of art books. I have a really lovely design team who make me laugh every day.

Fashion is in your blood. Did you always know you wanted to be a designer?

No, I didn’t know I wanted to be a designer. I have been working in my mums business since I was very young.

We came in on our holidays since the age of 12 and would run errands. So, I suppose I had a realistic view of what the industry was like and I didn’t glamourise it at all. I was pretty intimidated about going into my mum’s industry, having a realistic view of how much talent, drive and determination you needed. I did not discover I wanted to be a designer until I was 21. I was finishing a Bachelor of Commerce and when I started looking for a job I realised that I liked business but I was not passionate enough about marketing or finance. I decided to do a week introductory fashion design course and loved it. That is where it all started.

Was your mother, Carla Zampatti, a big influence on you growing up?

I’d have to say yes, I think that mothers have a very special relationship with their daughters.

She is a strong and admirable woman. We both challenge and support each other; it is a special dynamic that I value. I feel very lucky to have her as a role model particularly now as I am trying to balance a family and work. It is important to me to be there for my family and at the same time be able to nourish my creative side.

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You have studied and worked overseas, how have these experiences shaped you as a designer?

I would say they’re fundamental to how I have developed my process of design. I worked in Italy and France, for four years. I love the art side of fashion,being in Europe with the incredible exhibitions, libraries and vintage clothes helped me to discover a myriad of inspiration. It taught me how to use that inspiration and develop it into an idea and a collection. In that environment I refined my sense of beauty and creativity and the process behind it.

I was very lucky where I worked because everything was possible and conceivable. They had a lot of technical skills, which was a fundamental tool that allowed me to develop my draping skills and my creativity further.

What inspired your Spring/Summer 2011-12 collection?

It was a modernist collection, inspired particularly by the period of art between 1913 and 1918. It looked at the reaction to the industrial revolution. It was an incredibly prolific period in art that included Rayonism, Cubism, Abstraction and Fauvism. Art was changing the way you see colour, shape and challenging the way you represent or don’t represent objects. For the collection, we started off with shapes like squares, bringing in geometry and lines, dividing garments in sections, playing with colour.

Any favorite pieces from the collection?

The nude organza and sunshine yellow silk division gown. The sharp lines that divide up the body are then contrasted with the fluidity in the twist on the shoulder. Bringing those elements together makes it feel fresh and innovative for me.

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What would you say is your signature look?

What three items in your wardrobe could you not live without?

I would say that it is the draping and the movement of my garments. I create them mainly by working on the dummy. I love the sculptural element of it. It is about the three dimensional form – how you create the design lines and how your eye moves across the piece. For me, it’s very important that you can see the craftsmanship and the workmanship.

My black crepe jumpsuit, blue tencel jumpsuit and cream lace jumpsuit. They are my staple pieces that I always feel good in.

Bianca Spender collections always have a little something for everyone, from romantic frocks to tailored suiting.

Is versatility important to you as a designer?

My first show at Australian Fashion Week last year for Spring 2010.

Often I will design a jacket that’s quite sharp and quite tailored and then put a floaty dress underneath.

Looking at the language of clothes and mixing different styles together interests me creatively to work with. I enjoy how women can create a different mood with the pieces that we wear. From tailored clothes that can make us feel sharp and strong to floaty dresses that are more relaxed and playful.

There is a great scope and flexibility for how we dress.

The Spring Racing Carnival is coming up! What is the perfect outfit for the races?

I think playing with contrasts like black and white or navy and white gives a smart sharp look for the races in a modern and playful way, when these contrasts are in one piece like a black dress where the hem is white rather than a black dress with a white jacket.

Describe your own personal style.

It always evolves. At the moment I’m just obsessed with jumpsuits. Probably three days a week I’m wearing jumpsuits, which is quite distinct from my personal style. Apart from that it would be things like floaty dresses with a great cape, tailored pieces with special detail to balance the floaty dress. And at the moment I’m also playing with colour. So, that’s something I’m having a little fun with.

What is your proudest professional moment to date?

I’m a bit of a perfectionist and I knew when I did this show that it was going to be very hard to meet my expectations and creative aspirations for the show.

Somehow it came off exactly the way I envisaged from the hair, to the make-up, music and clothes, all of the elements created the mood together.

I was incredibly fulfilled and quite shocked that it could come off so perfectly. That was a very proud moment.

Where do you see yourself in five years?

I’m not a person who says, “In five years, I must have x, y or z”. I’ve always believed in responding to your environment and what’s going on around you and what’s possible for you.

I think if I said I need this many boutiques or I need this or that, it doesn’t really allow for life.

Life has its own way on taking you on a voyage and you just have to respond to what’s going on.

For me, I just like to be happy and have a happy, healthy family and love my work creatively.

That’s where I really hope to be.

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JORDAN SMITH What inspires you?

Anyone that doesn’t say ‘no’ to things in life.

Just give life a pop a see where it takes you!

What do you think of British style?

I love the fresh dapper look and the varieties in British style. With the colder weather over in Britain, the choices we have in clothes are amazing.

If you could only choose one thing from the ASOS collection, what would it be?

The low crutch chinos are good for any occasion.

Are there any celebrities whose style you admire?

Chuck Bass from Gossip Girl is one stylish fella.

What’s next in fashion...?

In Australia the boys are definitely starting to fix up and look sharp. With such a multi cultural country, people are starting to mix quite a few different styles and go for their own image a lot like in the U.K.

How does what you’re wearing make you feel?

It’s great to be able to change it up depending on where you’re going. There’s no better feeling than putting on a suave suit to make you feel like a big boy.

Would you tell your friends about ASOS? What would you say?

All my mates are already on the ASOS train, but for anyone who doesn’t know, I’d say ‘go buy yourself a new getup from ASOS, it is great street-style fashion at great prices’.

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Ashleigh Brewer What inspires you?

Everything and anything! My mothers wardrobe, my best friends wardrobe, traveling overseas, fashion blogs, Jess Dempsey (amazing Australian stylist who seriously knows what she’s on about!), facebook stalking (cringe), illustration books.

Literally, everything!

What do you think of British style?

I’m SO jealous of their summer right now; the bright colours do not make me love this Melbourne winter at all!

If you could only choose one thing from the ASOS collection, what would it be?

IMPOSSIBLE!

Are there any celebrities whose style you admire?

Rachel Bilson, Liv Tyler, Blake Lively, Jessica Hart, Erin Wasson, Alexa Chung

What’s next in fashion...?

Judging by Europe’s summer, A LOT of colour.

How does what you’re wearing make you feel?

It makes me feel like me! From Monday to Friday my job requires me to wear clothes that aren’t familiar to me, ‘Kate’s’ style couldn’t be further from my own if I tried! Wearing my own clothes instantly relaxes me, as I know that I’m far away from the stress of work!

Would you tell your friends about ASOS? What would you say?

I tell everyone, I’ve fallen a little in love! There’s nothing you can’t find on ASOS!

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Jordy Lucas What inspires you?

My Mum is my main inspiration. She has taught me to always go for my dreams, she’s one of the strongest people I know.

What do you think of British style?

I like British style. I enjoy looking up British clothing websites for inspiration on what to wear for the next season!

If you could only choose one thing from the ASOS collection, what would it be?

I love pop color jeans at the moment, so I’d probably pick the tight pair of red jeans.

Are there any celebrities whose style you admire?

I love Leighton Meesters style. I think she’s really versatile and can pull off a variety of different trends.

What’s next in fashion...?

For me, it’s pop colors and head accessories. I love topping off an outfit with a cool hat or headband.

How does what you’re wearing make you feel?

Feeling comfortable in what you’re wearing is so important.

When I feel great about what I’m wearing I’m more confident in myself. I have a lot of fun piecing together outfits and especially shopping!!

Would you tell your friends about ASOS? What would you say?

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Many of my friends already use ASOS, but I’d definitely recommend it to the ones who don’t. It’s so convenient; all the latest trends are at the click of a button. There’s so much to choose from and the shipping is always so quick!

I love ASOS!

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Farewell Welcome With much anticipation and excitement, the time has come to shed your Winter woollies, pack them in the back of your wardrobe and embrace the new styles of Spring.

At the beginning of each new season I constantly find myself rummaging through my wardrobe asking myself, ‘whatever did I wear this time last year?’

It never ceases to amaze me that no mater how many clothes I have, I just can’t seem to locate my ‘old faithful’ wardrobe from seasons before - that’s the beauty of clothes.

They serve their seasonal purpose. Some items get stored, some get donated, lent to friends, left at the dry cleaner and the balance somehow gets morphed and absorbed into the current season making us feel that we have ‘nothing to wear’.

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shopping trip. My first seasonal shop is when I gather my staples - my core pieces that form the foundation of the current seasons wardrobe.

This Spring season I have five key basics on my shopping list. These core pieces will offset and highlight items already in my closet as well as being a wardrobe all on their own. These items will create a base which I can then add fashion pieces to throughout this season and beyond. #1 Spring Coloured Denim Invest in a new pair of jeans. The colour palette for Spring Summer Denim is light washed blues and cool greys. Buy a pair that fits your shape and style.

Like Miranda Kerr, I am obsessed with Nudie Jeans.

They have the perfect wash, colour and fit this Spring. Must have denim piece is the “Tight John Blue Grey” (Available @ General pants $249.95)

l Winter, e Spring. #2 Basic Tee Stock up on basics. They provide a classic styling and broad colour palettes to build on. Dress up, Dress down. The ‘Bassike’ caters to all your basic needs. I love the scoop v neck tee in vintage white.

(Available @ Bassike on-line $80) # 3 Nude Heels Whether you’re looking for comfort or class, how can you resist these multi functional (not that fashion needs a function), Tony Bianco Karrisa Heels in Flesh Nude Kid Suede. I started my romance with them the day I saw them walking the Runway for Alex Perry. A suede heel with a thin front and ankle strap. (Available @ Tony Bianco $169.95) #4 Printed Scarf Perk up any outfit with a fabulous printed scarf.

Low cost, super high impact. Adding an accessory makes old outfits new again. A Floral Print for Spring is a necessity.

#5 Jewellery Invest in some beautiful jewellery. When the sun is setting and you’re heading to the beach for that afternoon drink, spruce up your outfit with a statement jewellery piece. Pamela Love is my obsession. Her Tribal Spike Necklace in antique silver with quartz crystals is to die for. Each necklace is one of a kind with its unique shaped and set natural quartz crystals. Quartz is a powerful stone that channels universal energy and promotes balance.

Remember to add a slick of Spring colour to your lips and nails, and you are officially ready for Spring!

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Fashion Supports Tracky Dack Day

By Catherine Ciccone

Wearing tracky pants outside the home or gym is an unforgivable fashion, faux pas. However, this year the fashion industry has given us their blessing to wear our ‘tracky-dacks’ out and about in support of the children’s charity, TLC for Kids, and their first major fundraising event, ‘Tracky Dack Day’.

TLC for Kids was founded by Tim Conolan in 1998 “purely out of a need that wasn’t being met within the services for children”. The organisation works closely with health care professionals around Australia to provide both financial and moral support to children suffering from a variety of health complications within an immediate timeframe.

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Tim explains, “If health care professionals identify a need for any type of support for a child they are working with, they contact us and we assist them as soon as possible”. He goes on to explain that: “The type of requests we fulfill may be regarding medical bills, funeral costs, helping out with accommodation expenses, fun activities for the kids while they’re in the hospital. We also organise pamper sessions for the family, or a holiday. It might be a gold class outing for the kids to celebrate a milestone in their life. It has to focus on the emotional wellbeing of the child.”

On the 9th June 2011, TLC for Kids launched the

fundraiser with the ‘Fashion Supports Tracky Dack Day’ runway show at the Whitehouse Institute, hosted

by Sarah Gale. Guests were treated to a fashion parade styled by Philip Boon, featuring some of Australia’s most prestigious designers as well as local up and coming talent. The line-up included Carla Zampatti, ELLERY, Aurelio Costarella, J’Aton, Anthony Capon, Jenny Bannister, Neo Nia, Dhini, Alpha60, Lui Hon, LIFEwithBIRD, Rachel Gilbert, Extinct and Trimapee.

Each designer put their own unique spin on traditional tracky dacks with fabulous results.

Philip Boon tells COVET of his approach to styling the show: “We wanted the looks to be very different.

Some were more dressed up, like Aurelio Costarella and some were more dressed down and relaxed like Rachel Gilbert and Ellery.”

The concept of ‘Tracky Dack Day’ was introduced by TLC For Kids Executive Manager Ana Marras, who noted that hospital staff frequently encourage children to get out of their pajamas and into their tracky dacks as a way of introducing a sense of normality back into their lives. The mastermind behind the runway show was fashion guru, Sarah Gale. Of her involvement with TLC for Kids, she says: “I was approached just over twelve months ago to be a part of the campaign and it just evolved from there. I loved the nature of the charity. I thought, why don’t we look at a designer

runway of tracky dacks and from there it just snowballed.”

What was really wonderful about the event was the overwhelming support the cause received. Each of the one-off designer tracky dacks were designed and made free of charge by the designers. “I am so proud to be part of this industry. The generosity of all the designers has been just incredible. They’ve given of their time and have produced a garment for free. The models have also donated their time. When I contacted Phillip Boon [event stylist], there were no questions asked”, says Sarah.

As you all can see from the photos, the team did a spectacular job of putting the events together. COVET hopes all our readers will wear their tracky dacks from time to time in support of sick children everywhere even though Tracky Dack Day has already passed. Please visit www.tlcforkids.org.au to find out more.

TLC Fact Box

— The turnaround time for RAPID TLC is within 24-48 hours.

— The TLC National Distraction Box program is used every 77 seconds in over 400 hospitals around Australia.

— Since 1998, TLC for Kids’ services has been used over 2.2 million times.

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Snjezana Bobic took some time to chat with upcoming fashion designer Jennifer Nguyen, about her upcoming brand and her inspirations in the world of fashion.

So tell us, how did you get started?

I’ve always known I wanted to be a part of the fashion industry for as long as I can remember. I used to draw paper dolls and I would make up 40 to 50 different outfits for them.

I would wrap myself in the curtains and spin around as if it was a couture gown! My mum was a big part of the sewing industry back in the early days and I was always surrounded by beautiful garments.

I work full time as a Payroll Officer from Monday to Friday, 9AM to 5PM as well as owning/creating and building my own label: Accompany By Imagery. Creating a label isn’t cheap but time doesn’t stand still either. You only have one life, how will you live it?

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Being an Australian based company, do you focus on ‘home grown’ fibers?

Accompany By Imagery is an Australian based company from Melbourne. This focuses on sourcing fabrics from local businesses in Australian and New Zealand from the production to the swing tags. I take pride in the fact that it’s all put together locally.

What do you look for in a good fabric?

Quality and they have to feel nice to the touch.

What advice can you give to someone off the street when they’re looking at purchasing a high-end garment? What should it consist off?

I would never try to convince someone to buy anything unless they love it. If you don’t love what you wear, it’s not worth it.

Are your designs singularly based?

Do you design a few original pieces and make sure they’re just one offs?

We currently manufacture here in Melbourne but we produce limited pieces.

Are your designs strictly based on the Australian/ NZ climate?

I don’t think it’s strictly just for our climate. As I said I wanted my garments to be trans-seasonal layered up or by itself.

Do you find that international labels are reproducing designs from a few past years, and that originality has become as unique as delivering Australian home grown pieces?

Fashion and its inspiration has always been recycled. What makes a piece unique and original is mainly putting your ideas and creativity to make it your own.

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Tell us about yourself!

I was born in São Paulo in Brazil. I’ve been living in Australia for 11 years. When I arrived in Australia, I was a stylist and then I started designing in 2008.

Have you always wanted to be a designer? What do you love about fashion?

I’ve always been a fashion freak. I don’t know if I wanted to be a designer at the beginning of my career. I think it was a progress of creativity. I’m 34, so I had the need to design when I was around 29 or 30. So no, I didn’t always want to be a designer.

What I love about fashion? Wow. Well, it’s not what I love about fashion … I live by fashion.

I have a company, I design … it’s a business.

Every bit of fashion was always in my mind. I’ve always loved fashion. I love everything about it.

Tell us about your brand. What is it about? What is your design aesthetic?

Fernando Frisoni was launched almost three years ago, so it’s a baby business. It has been growing rapidly, thank God for that. I guess people really accept the brand. I love that it’s doing well.My aesthetic is more or less very simple. It doesn’t need much.

It’s high androgynous, it’s clean … I’m not very complicated with buttons. I like using beautiful, delicious fabrics. I like to use simple patterns that make a woman feel flattered but very simple.

What influences you creatively?

It’s constantly changing. The brand has a DNA, which is my DNA, which is what I believe that I’m about. We always follow that DNA and try to make it register in peoples’ minds what the brand is.

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The influences of Fernando Frisoni the brand changes.

It has life, it changes every minute. You get inspired by where you live and places you go and you know all those things in life that you experience. The collection that is hitting the stores now, which is Spring/Summer, was inspired by the 1920’s when the woman was starting to wear tracksuits and starting to relax and wear a suit like a man. I love when a woman is not restricted to clothes, when they’re not wearing a dress, when they feel comfortable. I like a woman to be comfortable and elegant. I think the 1920’s for summer was fantastic inspiration because that’s when women liberated themselves. I really enjoyed working on the collection.

Earlier this year you presented your collection at the Opera House. What was it about this location that attracted you to show there?

The location. Literally. Why wouldn’t you show there? It’s literally the face of Sydney. The location chose us more than we chose the location.

Fashion Week will be upon us again before you know it! Can you give us a little preview of your upcoming collection?

I won’t be doing Fashion Week in Australia anymore.

If I will [do] a show here, it will be a small, tight and sophisticated show for fashion. I actually don’t think it’s going to be my thing anymore. I’m concentrating on the Brazilian market, where I come from, for summer. I will be showing my summer collection in January. São Paulo economy is booming in fashion. A lot of people buy clothes there, so I just want to concentrate on the São Paulo market next year. Then I’ll come back to Fashion Week. It’s very exciting … I have all the media there and it’s crazy for me not to go there. I haven’t gone there [yet] as the brand is too young and I’ve told them that I’m not ready. I feel that I’m ready to experience that now.

Are there any designers whose work you find particularly inspiring?

My fashion designer assistant. Of course, everything and everyone inspire us. That’s how we go and how we work. That’s how we make business.

I try to find my inspirations in vintage and from the past [rather] than on style.com … No one in my office is allowed to [go on style.com]. I read books, go to the library, go to the park. Do whatever you want to do. Don’t get too trendy because it really ruins the whole idea of it. I’m tired of looking at Céline.

Everyone is doing a version of Céline. Just do your own thing. Be brave.

I’m sure the process of putting together a runway show is exhausting. What do you do to relax?

I don’t. I went to a massage for 90 minutes and I could not relax through the whole massage. All I could think about was work. We don’t relax. It’s fine.

When you’re doing what you’re passionate about, except the bureaucratic parts, it’s enjoyable and relaxing.

It’s automatically relaxing by designing clothes.

Production is a little bit intense because we have mass production and everything has to look fantastic.

That creates a little bit of pressure. But as long as there’s a solution there is no problem and it is all beautiful.

Do you have a favorite holiday destination?

Yes. It has to be Byron bay and St Tropez.

Describe your own style. What items can’t you live without?

I’m classic and very conservative in a way. Also, a bit flamboyant I guess. I can’t live without my Hermès. I have it all. Bags, scarves, perfumes … I don’t know, you name it. My weakness. My mum is a Hermès freak as well so I think I got good or bad genes from her. Every time I go to Brazil, I steal something from her. All my birthday presents are from Hermès.

Which items would you say should be staples in a woman’s wardrobe?

Well a black dress obviously. I actually think that it depends on the woman. I actually can’t answer the question because I think that it changes and depends on the personality really. There are no staples; everything’s a staple. Depends on how comfortable you want to feel.

Is there a celebrity who you find to be particularly stylish? Why? We’re working together with Emma Lung at the moment. She is our muse. We’re looking up to her. I think she is up and coming and she has a beautiful future that girl. Her career is growing and my brand is growing. If you were talking about a big celebrity, I’d die for Tilda Swinton. I love her! I find her the most inspiring person on earth today. I mean who cares about Lady Gaga when you have Tilda Swinton?

What a difference. What a sophisticated woman Tilda is.

What advice would you give to upcoming designers?

Wow. I don’t know. Are you sure you want to do this?

Maybe you should open a bakery because the flour is really cheap and silk is really expensive!

What do you treasure most in life?

My partner.

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It’s always nice to stop and smell the flowers during springtime and think ‘pink’ for Breast Cancer awareness month in October. Here are a few products to lift your spirits for the season ahead. We love a good beauty company who joins forces with the National Breast Cancer Foundation to help raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research. So invest in one or all of these gorgeous products and do your bit for this worthy cause.

Cedel Dry Shampoo A water-free shampoo that absorbs excess oil in the hair, giving your locks that freshly washed look.

Simply spray it on and brush it out. It’s that easy!

Cedel support the NBCF by donating $20,000 to breast cancer research.

David Jones Beauty Moisture Cream Lipstick – RIBBON PINK A deep moisturising and conditioning formula, rich in vitamin E, Avocado Oil, Evening Primrose Oil and Jojoba Oil. This lipstick leaves your lips feeling moisturised and supple. $5 from the sale of each lipstick goes to the NBCF. Dove Pink Product Range A full range of antiperspirant roll on and aerosol deodorants, beauty bars and body wash. You can do more than one good deed when using these products.

Dove donates over $100,000 as Partners to the NBCF OPI’s Pink Ribbon Shatter texturing treatment The new fashion statement in nail art during Pink Ribbon month!

100% of profits from the sale of the limited edition Pink Shatter will be donated to the Foundation.

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Mason Pearson Hairbrushes Hand made in London, makers of the world’s finest hairbrushes (tried, tested and totally true) and David Jones have teamed up for Breast Cancer Awareness.

David Jones will donate a portion of sales of classic pink Mason Pearson brushes to help fight breast cancer.

NBCF Annual Fundraising Breakfast Victorian National Breast Cancer Foundation events Committee will be hosting their annual fundraising breakfast at Flemington – The Event Centre. NBCF assists many women, men and children whose lives have been or continue to be affected by breast cancer.

This event gives NBCF the opportunity to raise funds, which go towards research, prevention as well as diagnosis.

Now celebrating their sixth year, this breakfast is undoubtedly the premier fundraising event of the year. The largest held in Australia of it’s kind.

EVENT DETAILS: DATE: Thursday 20th October 2011 TIME: 7am – 9.30am LOCATION: Atrium Flemington – The Event Centre 448 Epsom Road Flemington 3031 TICKETS: $50 each Contact VRC on1300 727 575 Natalie Bassingthwaighte “I feel so incredibly honoured to be an Ambassador for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Not only can we make people aware of the effects of breast cancer but we can also save lives. I offer my support whole heartedly for such a great cause.”

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Lauren Phillips “Like so many others who have seen the affects of breast cancer on family and friends, it is hugely important to me that we all come together and help support the National Breast Cancer Foundation in every way we can through research, support and awareness.”

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By Natalie Lacy On a recent trip to Bali I was lucky enough to indulge in some of what I consider the ultimate in beauty treatments. Relaxing, rejuvenating and pampering.

Natural and Organic - KARMA KANDARA SPA BALI FEATURES The spa is made from local bamboo and features 100% organic scrubs and creams.

The spa features Bali’s first Natural Nail Bar that offers mini-manicures and lush pedicures, all made from toxic-free nail polishes and removers that are safe and healthy for the entire family.

Treatments include: Flowing massages to reflexology delivered with personalised mind enhancing CD’s. They also provide a full spectrum of high-end spa services.

STAND OUT A stand out treatment was from Karma‘s Spa Bali, where I had the chance to experience the extreme oxygen facial. The very same treatment that Madonna, Justin Timberlake (“It makes my face dope!” No comment!), fashion icon John Galliano and Naomi Campbell all use before a big night out.

The treatment is ideal the day before or on the day of an event because it instantly makes the skin look brighter, firmer and younger without leading to breakouts.

The oxygen facial is just the tip of the Karma iceberg.

They have many more exotic treatments at their spas just awaiting discovery. www.karmakandara.com

Exotic Opulence - PRANA SPA, YOGA AND VILLAS FEATURES Relaxed and exotic at the same time, with arches and corridors, turrets, carved elephant heads and walls resembling palace battlements. There are lavish carpets, hand-painted ceilings, mosaics and

carvings, elaborate treatment rooms and plunge pools.

A stop at the destination retreat of Prana Spa at The Villas is one of the most memorable experiences of a trip to Bali.

Located in Seminyak and named in the Top 10 of the best Relaxation/Spa Hotels in Asia, the area is alive with up-market shopping, international standard restaurants, lively bars and a beautiful sandy beach.

Prana has amazing staff, spa treatments and a yoga space with a difference.

Treatments Include: Using only the finest in beauty treats, such as 24-karat gold and genuine pearl powder body scrubs to finishing with a Cleopatra milk bath with canapés and wine. Guests enjoy the most decadent spa experience fit for kings and queens.

STAND OUT PRANA PRIVATE SPA SUITE – the ultimate pampering The Private Suite is dedicated to providing couples or friends a range of pampering spa packages like no other. Three to five hour packages have been tailored to indulge all the senses in opulent surroundings. An enormous freeform bath, tiled in dark gold hues, sits at the centre of the room surrounded by a lounging sofa, massage beds and deep red drapes to create an atmosphere of romance and tranquility.

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sha Haywood Paramedical

Skin Clinic

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career.

What treatments are available to your clients?

I’ve actually been treating skin for over 15 years! In 2003, I completed a Bachelor in Health Sciences and have worked in all areas of the beauty industry prior to founding the Paramedical Skin Clinic. Today, the Paramedical Skin Clinic has two locations in Melbourne, is an award winning clinic and we treat a range of skin issues.

The clinic specialises in non-invasive treatments for the skin and body. Our treatments range from skin treatments to cellulite reduction to permanent hair removal. We also offer the Jet Peel Medical treatment, which is just like a mini-facelift! Medical IPL which is amazing for pigmentation, capillaries and collagen regeneration along with a host of other treatments to leave the skin glowing, fresh and hydrated.

I’m absolutely passionate about offering my clients the latest in new treatments and genuine solutions to their skin problems.

Why did you decide to open your own clinics?

Before opening the Paramedical Skin Clinic, I’d worked at a number of other cosmetic and skin clinics and often had clients tell me that I should open my own! I’d always wanted to run my own business and always had a vision about the type of clinic and the level of service that I wanted to offer. I never wanted to just open a beauty salon – I always knew that it had to be a highly advanced skin clinic, with fully trained skin specialists. And that’s exactly what Paramedical is.

We have treatments suitable for teenagers with acne right through to mature skins showing signs of ageing. We treat both male and female clients.

The ‘Jet Peel Treatment’ is offered at your clinic and has been deemed a better alternative to botox. Can you explain how the treatment works?

The Jet Peel treatment works by removing the outer layers of dead skin cells, hydrating the skin with a moisturising jet stream and infusing oxygen into the deep dermis to recharge cells and help them to produce new collagen. The best news is that the treatment is completely painless, has no downtime, |

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uses no chemicals on the skin and is safe to use on even the most delicate of skin types or [even] pregnant women.

The treatment is a natural, virtually painless skin treatment that dramatically improves the appearance and texture of the skin. It’s used to treat fine lines and wrinkles, acne and cystic acne, scarring and surface pigmentation.

Many men and women are understandably reluctant to have invasive procedures to preserve their youth. Would you say the ‘Jet Peel’ is a better option?

Yes, many people are turning their backs on Botox, collagen, and invasive facelifts because they realise that they no longer need to subject themselves to these types of treatments. There are a host of new treatments, like the Jet Peel, that are non-invasive and leave clients literally looking years younger.

The Jet Peel is certainly a better option because it’s completely natural in that you’re not injecting anything into the skin, or using harsh chemicals on the skin, and yet lines can be dramatically reduced.

You have many celebrity clients, such as Kimberly Davies and Dannii Minogue, both of whom have fabulous skin. What is it about your treatments that set you apart from others?

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Well, let’s just say that we have our own tricks of the trade! We have developed our own formulas and techniques over the years to deliver the best treatments and to get the best results – many other clinics have tried to emulate our treatments but have failed! All of our therapists are highly trained skin specialists and that’s what makes both celebrities and our regular clientele come back time and time again.

How can we all get skin like Kimberly and Dannii?

I’m such an advocate for the fact that anyone can achieve celebrity worthy skin with the right treatment plan and the correct products. Even if you have acne, pigmentation or fine lines the new era of skin treatments can turn back the clock, radically change the skin’s appearance and leave anyone with great skin.

Do you find that your clients are generally unaware of the real condition of their skin? Why do you think this is the case?

People don’t realise that the true picture of their skin is actually under the surface. It’s in the deeper layers of the skin – those that can’t be seen in the mirror – that often show the true condition of our skin. It’s these deep layers that can show things like sun damage and capillaries.

When people come into the clinic, the first part of any consultation is with the Visia skin scanner,

which is an advanced imaging system that provides an in depth analysis of the skin. It uses red/blue/ green lighting to analyse the skin’s condition and it focuses on six different areas of concern [including] spots, pores, bacterial level, wrinkles, discoloration, sunspots and vascular conditions in the skin, like capillaries, Rosacea and redness.

It’s sometimes a shock for people to realise the extent of sun damage for example that they might have in their skin, but it can be easily combated with a few medical intense pulsed light sessions. By treating the sunspots and their discolouration of the skin, the skin appears much clearer and brighter and this can literally take years off your appearance.

What is the most important part of your job?

I think it’s incredibly important for me to be honest with clients – honest about the condition of their skin and honest about the results that they’re going to achieve. Some clients might need to come back for a course of treatments to get the results that they’re after, so it’s no good telling them that they’ll see a dramatic difference after one treatment, because this might not always be the case. In some [cases], one treatment might see dramatic results but it’s about looking at each person’s skin individually. It’s about establishing a relationship with each client, working out what they want to achieve with their skin and going from there.

Could you give our readers some advice as to a routine that they could practice at home that would slow down

the aging process? Any products that you recommend?

The best routine to practice at home is one that involves the use of topical vitamin A to stimulate the cellular turnover, vitamin C to give the skin an antioxidant boost and of course a really good sunscreen applied every single day to combat the harsh ageing effects from the suns rays.

I am a firm believer in exfoliating the skin regularly to keep it looking clear and radiant and my must have at home product is Clinicians Complex Microdermabrasion Cream. It’s an exfoliating cream, yet it’s gentle enough to use on the face every day. It leaves the skin feeling so clean and smooth.

Tell us about your own beauty regimen.

Working in the industry, I have to walk the talk! I look after my skin with a morning and evening routine that involves cleansing, moisturising, and exfoliating every day. I also try to have regular treatments of the Jet Peel and IPL as these are the best things for keeping ageing at bay.

You’ve received glowing reviews in publications such as Vogue, Marie Claire and Grazia. How does that make you feel?

It’s incredibly flattering and such a thrill! It’s great to receive such wonderful feedback from the beauty industry. |

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