Fashion Journal 177 by Furst Media

ISSUE 177 / MARCH 2018

F R E E

Turn the Tide

INTERVIEW

CONTENTS

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The Scoop Fashion News Feature Seeing Stars Goods Walking on Sunshine Interview Silver Linings Music Changing Pace Editorial No Fear Editorial Heartbreaker Hair & Beauty A Month of Moist Skin

PUBLISHER

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From the Team Hey friends, March is here, but we’re not letting summer’s end get us down. This month we’ve got lots of goodies in store for you, to help ease your autumn blues. On our cover is activist and student Aretha Brown. At only 17-years-old, she’s making a name for herself as a vocal Indigenous woman who’s fighting for change. We photographed her in some of our favourite new season pieces and spoke about politics, changing the date and overhauling the Australian school curriculum.

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Working with your sibling isn’t always easy, but Angus and Julia Stone are proof that it can bring you closer together. On page 24, the duo chat about creativity, their upcoming tour and keeping things fresh after all these years. Also inside this issue, we show you the highlights of our recent trip to the Converse One Star Hotel in London (page 22), go art shopping (page 43) and put a bunch of men’s moisturisers to the test (page 48). Until next time.

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NEWS

The Scoop

Phare Footwear label Phare has released a new collection, taking inspiration from the opulent party scenes of the ’80s. Featuring silk satin and soft metallic leather uppers for a luxe feel, the drop includes five footwear styles in shades of jade green, fuchsia and sky blue. Petrina Hare, a former product and accessories designer for Scanlan Theodore and Mimco, is behind the recently-launched label. She’s seeking to fill a gap in the market for affordable, Italian handcrafted footwear, working with the same shoemakers behind some of Jimmy Choo and Chanel’s products. PHARE.COM.AU

Vans x Rains

Thrills

Two worlds have collided, with the announcement of a Vans x Rains partnership. The Californian skate brand and Danish outerwear label have teamed up to deliver a footwear capsule inspired by Refshaleøen, a former industrial island off the harbour of Copenhagen. Expect three classic Vans footwear styles updated with Rains’ coveted jacket material, reflective details and custom laces.

The new Thrills collection is inspired by everything the brand holds dear – great design, raw denim features and vintage-inspired tees. Focusing on the finer details, Thrills has carefully considered every rip, scratch and raw hem. The result is a collection of staples, which reference the label’s love of vintage motorbikes, cars and Byron Bay.

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The Daily Edited x Dion Lee Dion Lee and The Daily Edited have teamed up for a new line of men’s accessories. A continuation of Lee’s first menswear collection, the capsule is made up of three designs. You’ll find a messenger, tote and wash bag, each constructed with saffiano leather and available in multiple colourways. THEDAILYEDITED.COM

NEWS

Karen Walker Karen Walker has followed up her most recent Lost in Paradise eyewear release for women with a range of new shades for men. The second Monumental collection focuses on the beauty of sculptural forms, combining acetate and metal frames for a mod-inspired feel. Rimless lenses and titanium nose pads also feature throughout. To showcase the styles, Walker has tapped MMA rising star Israel Adesanya to front the campaign. KARENWALKER.COM

Country Road

Adairs

Dr. Martens

Country Road has introduced the next lineup of pieces in its CR.CAPSULE collection, with an offering of never-to-be-repeated styles. With an emphasis on design, fabrication and silhouettes, the release explores texture and pattern. Expect to see bold stripes and diamond prints alongside boxy mesh tops, faux fur trim and velvet.

Every family member deserves a special place to kick back and relax. And that, of course, extends to our furry friends. With this in mind, Adairs has just launched its Fetch collection of pet pillows, blankets and snuggle mats. Each is made from high-quality materials and is machine washable. Get your paws on the range online, or in select Adairs stores.

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Dr. Martens has long championed individual style, comfort and durability. Its next move is paving the way for a more personal retail experience Down Under. The brand has launched its first store in Australia and is celebrating the milestone with the release of a tie-dye inspired pride flag boot (pictured). You can find it, and many other styles, at the new space in Westfield Sydney. DRMARTENS.COM.AU

NEWS

Hot or Not WITH BIANCA O'NEILL ILLUSTRATION BY TWYLAMAE

It’s bright in here

Maripossa Maripossa has joined forces with celebrated collaborators Prue Stent and Honey Long, to promote its new fine jewellery release. The collection is all about embracing the uniqueness of the female form, with discreet designs depicting anatomical features. Made by hand in sterling silver and gold, the collection includes boob rings and vagina earrings accentuated with diamonds. With the aim to empower others, Maripossa is donating a portion from every sale to the UN Women National Committee Australia to support its work with vulnerable women. MARIPOSSA.COM.AU

Colour is back, and that entirely black wardrobe you’ve been curating for the last decade has now officially been rendered redundant. From colour-blocking jewel tones to single-colour outfits in primaries, the rainbow will reign supreme this winter. HOT

Vero The new social media alternative claims to be anti-algorithm, and is offering free lifetime subscriptions to the first one million users. But is it going to supersede Instagram or Facebook? I can say that engagement is easier to find on Vero but good content isn’t... yet. Maybe just sign up to be sure? HOT

Florals... again I’m yet to see something innovative or interesting in the return of florals this season. Is it enough just to make a bunch of Realisation Par knockoffs in flower prints? I say no. MEH

LV’s ugly sneakers. Everywhere Still don’t get this, and still wondering why it’s happening. I’d caution anyone who is considering trying this trend that Jerry Seinfeld was never anyone’s fashion idol. And nor should he be. NOT

Converse Converse has unveiled new season colours for the iconic One Star, proving you can’t have too much of a good thing. In a nod to the brand’s rich history, the lineup includes ’70s court-inspired ‘hairy’ suede in muted and pastel colourways. Featuring the same iconic design and signature star that we know and love, the new One Stars are available now for $130. CONVERSE.COM.AU

Lack of diversity in street style The lack of diversity in street style coverage at fashion week is something that Aussie photographers should heed. How many more skinny white women do we need to see? Is that where we should be exclusively looking to for style inspiration? NOT

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FEATURE

Seeing Stars PHOTOGRAPHER - JESPER HEDE AT CUBED STUDIOS STYLIST - JADE LEUNG AT VIVIEN’S CREATIVE HAIR AND MAKEUP - LILY SWAN AT DUVAL AGENCY

The Converse One Star has been a street style staple since the ’90s, and in 2018 the throwback silhouette is still dominating. Seen everywhere from fashion weeks to skate and music scenes, the versatile sneaker is showing no signs of slowing down.

The latest instalments see the Premium Suede delivered in fresh new pastel shades, a pinstripe pack and re-issues of staple colourways. In celebration of the shoe of the moment, we’ve rounded up a few Converse wearers to show off their One Stars.

@TEGSRYAN

My name is Tegan Ryan. For work I sell skateboards and double as a medical receptionist. When I’m not working I'm skateboarding, travelling the world and taking photographs while doing so. I started skating when I was 19, I’m now 23. The best places I’ve skated are New York City, LA and San Francisco. Three of skateboarding’s meccas. I look up to Nora Vasconcellos. She’s an extremely talented skateboarder and an amazing role model for female skateboarders. My style is casual and comfortable – things I can skate in, but still look cute while doing it. Up next for me is a two month skate trip with my boyfriend around Europe and at the moment I’m working on an all-female Melbourne skate video. Individuality is so important, I’d rather stand out than follow.

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@TASMINHF

My name is Tasmin Henry-Fullalove. I’m a princess. When I’m not working I’m normally getting drunk. I’d describe myself as an all ’round legend. I’m most inspired by my friends and the important people in my life. My parents always told me to clean up after myself. Most of the time I still don’t (sorry Luke). My style is my own. Just a bunch of friend’s brands (which are all amazing) and other brands I fall in love with. Up next for me is travel. I have a few trips booked this year and I’m wanting to book more. Individuality means being yourself. In my spare time I like to do as little as possible. This year I’ll hopefully find a new job. Creativity is using your imagination. @GOLDDDUST

My name is Luke Greer. When I’m not working I’m working out. I’m most inspired by Tasmin HenryFullalove. My parents always told me to use my manners. Up next for me is holidays. At the moment I’m working on a tan. I’m most comfortable when Tasmin isn’t yelling at me. In my spare time I play with my pussy. This year I’ll get older. My most embarrassing moment was when I booked to go on holidays with a group of friends and booked two weeks earlier. I’m most proud of booking that holiday two weeks earlier. Couples who dress together stay together. LUKE WEARS

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INTERVIEW

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My name is Celeste Mountjoy. I’m an artist. I’d describe my art as fun to draw. I started drawing when I was three years old. My career highlight has been when my boss at a pizza shop told me that my art won’t always sell but pizza will. I’m inspired by my mum. My mum always told me to put some clothes on and don’t be stupid. Up next for me is learning to cook more foods than just pasta. At the moment I’m working on having furniture in my apartment. I’m most comfortable when I’m in bed. Individuality means the quality or character of a particular person, or thing that distinguishes them from others of the same kind. This year I’ll put some clothes on and not be stupid. My most embarrassing moment was the last five to 10 years of my life. In five years I’ll be back at the pizza shop. CELESTE WEARS

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My name is Oscar Key Sung. I’m a producer/vocalist/songwriter. The key component in my music is the singing. It’s what brings all the different influences together. I draw inspiration from a lot of styles and try weave it into something that feels like me. I’m most grateful for the challenges I’ve been given in my career, just as much as the opportunities so far. Everything is perpetually moving up and down like a wave. And I’m just surfing it enjoying the beauty and absurdity (forgive the cliché). Right now I have just finished mixing/mastering a six track release which I started working on last year. Now I need to move onto doing the finishing touches to the album-length collection of tracks I have been working on. Up next for me is sharing all the music I’ve been making under the table. Touring. I look up to previous generations who were able to get around and not get lost without Google Maps. I’m most comfortable when I forget my name lost in a bender. Creativity is like a well to tap. OSCAR WEARS

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GOODS

Walking on Sunshine The weather may be cooling down, but this season’s most popular hue will have you thinking otherwise. Shades of mustard, lemon, gold and amber are sticking around to warm up your winter. Incorporate small pops of colour with a new season range of homewares, accessories and beauty products. PHOTOGRAPHER - HOLLY ENGELHARDT STYLIST - JAM BAYLON

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GOODS

In Season Now that autumn’s here, it’s easy to forgo social events in favour of a hot beverage and night on the couch. But we know the best way to ensure the survival of your social life is by investing in some shiny new accessories. Having a new pair of shoes or a fresh lippy to show off is the perfect motivation to get you up and about. PHOTOGRAPHER - HOLLY ENGELHARDT STYLIST - JAM BAYLON

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INTERVIEW

Silver Linings The jewellery you choose to wear tells the world a lot about you. No one knows this better than Jo Tory. She’s been at the helm of jewellery label NAJO for the past 30 years, promoting self-expression through her silver designs.

approach is to educate youth so that no entrenched attitudes of gender inequality are carried through generations. It also seeks to engage men to start conversations with other men about the issue. This seems to be such a logical method of stamping out domestic violence.

This year, Jo’s proving that jewellery can also make a difference, teaming up with the White Ribbon campaign for a second year running. The designer is donating 100 per cent of profits from her new Time For Change necklace to the organisation in a bid to help combat domestic violence. We sat down with Jo to talk gender equality, design and three decades of female-led business. NAJO was originally inspired by the spirit of Mexico. Can this influence still be seen in the brand today? Living in Mexico, I experienced the extraordinary work of the silversmiths there. This work is what originally inspired me to start NAJO and that craftsmanship has defined the NAJO brand ethos. Solid, well-crafted silver designs, clean, contemporary lines, oxidised patterning and trims – all of these elements are embraced in NAJO collections. How has NAJO stayed relevant over the years? Over the years NAJO has experimented with different design genres, influenced by our bi-annual collection themes and by fashion. However, one element remains the same: our designs always fit into a fairly strict aesthetic

standard that is the NAJO hallmark. This is our relevance and our message. Fashions come and go, the price of silver rises and falls, exchange rates change. We always need to work with these variables but our criteria is that the jewellery must always be sophisticated, contemporary and fashionable. Tell us about your background. Did you have any experience with jewellery design before beginning the label? I come from an art school background, and from a creative family. My mother made silver jewellery, so design was with me from an early age. It was when I lived in Mexico and experienced the superb craftsmanship of the silversmiths there that I knew jewellery was my direction. NAJO has worked with White Ribbon for two years now. Why is this relationship so important to the brand? It’s an important issue for me. I’ve always been conscious of the need for gender equality, as well as the need for women to be independent and strong. I believe that education is the most important way to achieve this. White Ribbon’s

Can you talk us through NAJO’s jewellery making process? First of all, we start with a theme and search through broad references – architecture, objects, graphic design – for inspiration. We then decide on the shapes, material and whether a piece will have a high polish, hammered, oxidised or gold plate finish. When all is ready we take the designs to our suppliers and start sampling. NAJO is described as “a story of women, by women.” What does that mean to you? Human beings have always decorated their bodies in one way or another. It’s a personal expression and tells the story of who you are. It means that I am influenced by what women wear, by what they want, and I strive to provide that. Any advice for women wanting to run their own businesses? I would always say to make sure your business is harmonious with your lifestyle. Put aside time to pursue interests outside of business and family, but make sure family time is sacred. This ensures a healthy mix of life’s pleasures and leads to balance. What’s next for NAJO? There is a lot on the horizon, but the most immediate is the development of a bespoke jewellery collection. You can shop NAJO’s Time For Change necklace at whiteribbon.org.au NAJO.COM.AU

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Dr. Martens has long been known for its belief in authentic individuality and self-expression. Worn by creative people everywhere, the brand’s been embraced by subcultures for decades and recognised worldwide for its uncompromising look, durability and comfort. We challenge you to think of a boot that’s more iconic. 2018 marks a new milestone in the brand’s history, with the opening of its first Australian retail space. Located at Sydney’s Westfield Shopping Centre in Pitt Street Mall, the store

offers the largest range of men’s, women’s and kid’s styles available Down Under, including Originals, Made in England, DM’s Lites, collaborations, vegan and accessories collections. You can also shop the full offering via the brand’s new Australian online store. To celebrate the opening, we hit the streets of Sydney to snap some stylish people in their favourite Docs. SHOP 1022A, LEVEL 1 WESTFIELD SYDNEY, CORNER PITT AND MARKET STREETS, SYDNEY

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Occupation stylist, writer and occasional therapist. I’m wearing a look infused by the influence of Jane Birkin and Caroline de Maigret, mixed with a hint of my maxed-out credit card. And Dr. Martens 1461 shoes. My favourite fashion labels are Helmut Lang, Proenza Schouler and Aje. STEFANO DI LORENZO

Occupation designer and artist. I’m wearing my heart on my sleeve and Dr. Martens Pascal 8-Eye Boots. My favourite fashion label is KingGee. KALANJAY DHIR @SLIMSETTA

Occupation full-time bludger. But I also make art, sculptures, videos and stuff – and music with a friend as Slim Set. I’m wearing a Wikipedia tee, Vinnies jacket, Uniqlo pants, Paddy’s beanie and Dr. Martens 1460 Cherry Boots. My favourite fashion label is probably Rivers Australia. KLP (KRISTY LEE PETERS) @KLPMUSIC

Occupation musician. I’m wearing a Ksubi skirt, tee from General Pants Co., Posse shirt, vintage patch jacket and Dr. Martens Pascal 8-Eye Boots. My favourite fashion label is hard to pick. But I do love ASOS and ordering online. THIS PAGE

MICHELLE BANARES @MICHELLEBANARES

Occupation total bad ass at Style & All That. I’m wearing a selection of my favourite wardrobe pieces for winter and the best stomping boots around – Docs (Dr. Martens 1460 Boots). My favourite fashion label is anything and everything available at UPS Skate Shop.

INTERVIEW

Checking In WORDS BY LEAH WHITE

Last month the sneaker gods truly smiled in our favour. We were lucky enough to be invited to the Converse One Star Hotel in London alongside fellow Aussies Tara Chandra, Denilson Lay and Tkay Maidza. Over three days and five interactive floors, the hotel popped up in Shoreditch to present a hotel that provided a spin on five-star establishments. Manning the front desk was 15-year-old streetwear wunderkind Leo Mandella, while hotel rooms were curated by Converse collaborators including A$AP Nast, Yung Lean, MadeMe and Tizzy T. During the day, punters took part in T-shirt screen printing workshops with Paria Farzaneh, a London Fashion Week presentation from designer Mimi Wade, and panel discussions with some of the biggest names in streetwear and music. Hotel guests were also able to shop new and re-released versions of the brand’s most in-demand styles (including a collaboration with MadeMe, featured opposite). At night, the hotel basement played host to acts including Princess Nokia, IAMDDB, Slowthai, HYUKOH, Siobhan Bell, Bossy Ldn and Skinny Macho. We asked Tara and Denilson a few quickfire questions about their London One Star Hotel experience, individuality and personal style. @TARACHANDRA_

My name is Tara Chandra I’m a student and also do non-medical home care work with Sydney social enterprise Home Care Heroes. I’ve also been working alongside Converse, producing content for the brand with other Sydney creatives.

Converse is the past and the future, creating the present. The highlight of the One Star Hotel was everything! Can I say everything? Meeting people, exploring the rooms, listening to incredible personalities on the panel, the Paria Farzaneh workshop, the late night gigs... At the moment I’m working on not being lazy and finishing some older projects I started but never finished – editing videos, reworking denim, issue two of my magazine, physically starting ideas I’ve had. I’m inspired by people that unapologetically express themselves through their clothing and personalities. My style is a mix of whack, ugly, too-pretty-to-beworn, and basic Glebe Markets girl. I’m most comfortable when I’m surrounded by people I feel at ease around, in an outfit that I love, and probably wearing sharp, winged eyeliner. When I’m not working I’m hanging out with my friends for 10 hours a day, or lying in my bed binge-watching a show. There’s no in-between. Individuality means being part of the norm – everyone’s an individual now. Creativity is broad. There’s no line between what is considered creative or not. Anything and everything can be placed in a creative eye. My career highlight on social media has been going to London with Converse. As a student, somehow finessing UTS Business School to

sponsor my TEDWomen ticket (coupla grand) in New Orleans. And as a Home Care Hero, the little boy I look after trusting me enough to walk up to me and sit on my lap. @_DENILSON_MADEIRA

My name is Denilson Lay I’m a part-time barista. The highlight of the One Star Hotel was just being in the same room at the One Star Hotel with everybody else. Converse is awesome. At the moment I’m working on a One Star billboard and content creation with Converse. Up next for me is going with the flow. I’m also looking forward to collaborating with a few independent brands from Melbourne, Perth and Sydney over the next few months. I’m inspired by ’80s and ’90s style. My parents always told me to chase my dreams not girls. My style is unique. I’m most comfortable when I’m with my friends. Individuality means being different to everyone. When I’m not working I like to go to the coolest places and take photos of my outfit. Creativity is my hobby. My career highlight has been getting involved with the Converse brand.

INTERVIEW

Making a Mark WITH ERIN MAGEE OF MADEME

A brand by girls, for girls, MadeMe has had a niche following since its inception in 2007. The label fills a void in the male-dominated streetwear industry, celebrating countercultural ideas and bold styles for women who don’t just want to blend in. Alongside a host of influential collaborators, MadeMe designer Erin Magee was invited to curate a room at the One Star Hotel. While in London, we caught up with her in her ‘hotel room’ to chat feminism, streetwear and her sneaker collaboration with Converse. Tell us a little bit about the room that you’ve curated here at the Converse One Star Hotel. Well, Converse asked me to do a bedroom, obviously, ’cos it’s in a hotel. I was kind of like, ‘oh my god, if I have to see another girl’s brand photographed on a bed, or in a bedroom…’ I was like, ‘do we need to see that again? No, we don’t need to see that again.’ So I was thinking of a cool, kind of eerie, smart way to do a girl’s bedroom – that’s like a really creepy movie. This room is supposed to feel just a little bit creepy when you walk in with all the dolls and stuff. So, what’s it been like collaborating with Converse? They’ve been great to work with. Our brands have a lot of really great synergy. We are releasing two limited-edition One Star platforms with a corduroy upper and a platform sole in green and yellow. For now, it’s exclusive to the One Star Hotel. Who can you see wearing your Converse x MadeMe sneaker collaboration? I think anyone who’s kind of underground and doing their own thing, you know? Somebody who’s going against the grain and atypical. What kind of woman do you design MadeMe for? Anyone who identifies as female – I’d probably put it like that. I’m not trying to say you can’t like MadeMe if you’re a guy or whatever. It’s for anyone

who identifies as liking girls’ stuff. Streetwear is often very male-centric, and has a boys’ club feel to it. MadeMe is kind of the opposite of that. It’s a place where all people can feel cool and happy. Way back in the day I shot Andreja Pejic, who was Andrej at the time. So I’ve always kind of dabbled in that queer zone and queer culture. In terms of casting, what do you look for in models to represent your brand? I take my casting very seriously, if you couldn’t already tell. I’ve used Princess Nokia a lot, and she’s actually going to be in my new campaign. It feels to me like she’s doing the same thing as MadeMe. Her real name is Destiny and she’s a rapper, so she’s around all these dudes in the rap world. She has it worse than I do, I think. She’s a woman, she’s queer… like all these things that the rap world just isn’t, you know? And I feel like that’s what MadeMe is too. It’s like we’re in this ‘streetwear zone’ by default, around all these straight rapper/streetwear dudes. So I guess right now my two girls are Destiny and Lola [Madonna’s daughter Lourdes ‘Lola’ Leon]. Lola’s so cool, she’s a really mysterious figure. I think a lot of people don’t even know who she is. She doesn’t put herself out there too much, you know, which I love about her. She could be cashing some major cheques, but she doesn’t feel the need to do that. I think she just does things that she connects with. That’s why I think her and I work well together. Over the last decade, what kind of changes have you seen in the streetwear industry? I think streetwear – I hate that word by the way, we need to come up with a new one – is how people dress now, that’s the major change. It used to be really underground. It shouldn’t even be called streetwear, it’s should just be called clothes. It’s not like some secret thing anymore. Hypebeast is one of the most popular websites in the world now, you know?

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MUSIC

Changing Pace WORDS BY BIANCA O’NEILL

Few people in the Australian music industry could match the career of Sydney siblings Angus and Julia Stone. But despite number one albums, a swag of ARIAs, multi-platinum certifications and more, they’re still as down to earth as ever.

We were lucky enough chat with Julia Stone about the duo’s sweet sibling closeness and how they’ve grown over the years, both creatively and personally. How has making music with Angus changed since you started all the way back in 2006? We used to keep our worlds very separate. In terms of writing, it was a really private time for us. Songwriting was an introverted thing we really enjoyed doing on our own. As the years have gone on, I don’t think we ever expected to be touring and making music this far down the track. So now you work more collaboratively? After Down The Way, we really wanted to do something different. The idea of having that ‘half Angus and half Julia’ album – the separation of our songs – didn’t appeal to us. So, we started going back and forwards on lyrics and melodies and ideas. That was representative of the ability we have as people, and friends, to be really honest and trusting of each other. Trust is important for creativity. I think that’s always the underlying thing with any creative endeavor. As you spend more and more time with anybody in that kind of environment, you develop a good friendship. There was always a connection, and a deep love and respect for each other, but we weren’t particularly good mates at the start. We were definitely brother and sister, trying to work out what the hell we were doing. Now it has this really nice quality to it – speaking more clearly about what we want, who we are, how we see the world and, I think, just growing up together. Talk us through the process of making your new album? Making this last record, Snow, was probably one of the best experiences I’ve had musically with Angus – to be in that environment, and to have such a relaxed approach to creating it. We’d get

into this mode of working that was very peaceful. Waking up, going to the beach, coming back and working for a few hours, then cooking some lunch, taking a walk, writing some more… until we were too tired to write music anymore. Falling asleep at the night, feeling like we’d had a full day and then getting up and doing it all over again. It was a really special time. How do you keep it fresh after all these years? We really do take a time out after each record to do our own thing and creatively walk down other roads. By the time we walk back into the studio and are ready to write more music, there’s a kind of excitement and energy around it that’s fresh and feels alive. And if it doesn’t, or if there’s a moment during the recording process where we work for five days straight and nothing exciting is happening, we just stop. We don’t try and push anything. Is that a new approach? I think that’s an approach we’ve had from the start, knowing when to call it. Knowing today’s not the day, or this year’s not the year. There’s an element of excitement that we have for our own projects and being independently creative. We have this back and forwards between our two worlds. And that keeps what we do together exciting for us. Why do you think ‘Chateau’ resonated so much with audiences? When Angus and I write, there’s always that element of melancholy or longing in there. That’s the nature of the music we’ve always written. There’s that part of it that is also hopeful as well… it feels uplifting but also has an element of melancholy. “Don’t be scared of what you don’t already know” – that idea of living your life in a way that’s not afraid or limited. And I think we always crave that experience, or to live in that way. But I mean, I have no idea why people like one song over others. Labels and managers

have ideas about what songs will work but my favourites are never the ones they say are going to be ‘the songs’. You also featured Dacre Montgomery from Stranger Things in the ‘Chateau’ clip. Are you guys fans of the series? Yeah, definitely. It was a really exciting thing because Dacre told us a lot about the season before it came out. We filmed ‘Chateau’ a couple of months before [they released Season 2]. Getting to know him during that time in Mexico City – he’s a guy from Perth and so down to earth and funny – and then seeing this character he plays who’s so naughty, it was a bit of a trip. You’re about to head out on tour again. What can we expect to see this time around? The first tour we did in Australia [for Snow] was basically two days after the record came out and we were very unfamiliar with playing the record live. We started off with an idea of what would work, but after three months touring around the world, we had a very different idea about what was working. The show is a lot stronger and I really love how it’s turned into the show it is now. The confidence of the new songs is really exciting but there are also songs we want to play that we haven’t played for a really long time, which is really fun. We’ve been finding songs off old records that you hear people call out for, so we’re putting a few of those back in. What’s next for Angus and Julia? We’ve got a show coming up at the Royal Albert Hall – that will be amazing, a venue we’ve always wanted to play. Following that, the European summer festivals and Mexico in November, as well as a run of shows in South America. It will be our first time playing there and we both want to travel around, so that’s sort of the plan. The loose plan.

Catch Angus and Julia Stone on their national tour in April and May. ANGUSANDJULIASTONE.COM

No Fear

Aretha Brown is a 17-year-old student, activist and sometimes-model. She’s showing Australians that young Indigenous people have a voice. And it’s one that needs to be heard.

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Aretha first gained public attention when she delivered a powerful speech at Melbourne’s Invasion Day rally in 2017. “Too long have Aboriginal people been talked about, rather than talked to,” she told the 50,000strong crowd. Unsurprisingly, it’s Aretha’s mission to advocate for Aboriginal youth and educate the community about Indigenous affairs. We caught up with Aretha to chat about activism, changing the date, and her role in the National Indigenous Youth Parliament. What issues are most important to you as a young Indigenous person? Probably the role that education plays. Obviously I’m still going through the school system and what is so intrinsically annoying for me, is not being taught my history, on my own my land. I never, ever learn about it at school. I grew up in a small town in New South Wales called Nambucca Heads, where there was a large Aboriginal community. So we actually had so many more of these kinds of classes. And then moving to Melbourne, I go to a school which is predominantly white. That’s not an insult, it’s just a fact. And to be honest, these are the people that probably need to know about Indigenous history a little more than Aboriginal people. Tell us a little about your upbringing. I was actually born in Melbourne, but grew up in New South Wales. I came back to Melbourne to finish school because the high school up there, while they did offer some amazing programs for Aboriginal kids, the rest of the curriculum was ... it’s kind of like the opposite. Great for Aboriginal kids, but not so good for the other academic stuff. And moving to Melbourne did nothing for me culturally, but educationally, the curriculum is good. I think the biggest difference is language. Up there, my tribe is Gumbaynggirr, and we have our own language. In Australia we have 250 plus tribes, and there’s also 400 plus languages. And the languages are so distinct and unique to the ones next to them. Growing up, my uncle actually ran the language class in Nambucca Heads, and it was the one class where there was 100 per cent attendance. You can learn about maths, and it’s okay. And you can learn about science, but the one class that all the Aboriginal kids came to was language, because it was ‘us’. Uncle is running it, it’s about us, it’s about our tribe and so it was so wonderful to have that kind of perspective. But moving to Melbourne, I had to drop that and I had to pick up Indonesian. In terms of the school curriculum, how do you think we can work towards incorporating more Indigenous education? I think it’s a bigger question of how do we get people to care about an issue they don’t see they have any connection with? Part of the solution is trying to find connections between people. Realising that we’re not this entity that lives in the Northern Territory – we’re also living in Melbourne, in the city. There’s one idea of what an

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Aboriginal person is, and what an Aboriginal person looks like. You are only given the representation of what a stereotypical Aboriginal person looks like. So someone like me who is light skinned and is half, you know, half-cast – sometimes people don’t see that. It’s difficult. What does being an activist mean to you? Speaking without fear or having to justify my own lived experiences. And as an ally, realising when you’re speaking about someone, and no longer for them. What do you think is the single most important issue facing Indigenous people right now? That our stories aren’t held to the same degree as anyone else’s. Because when you teach an Indigenous person they are worthless, it means you don’t have to contribute anything to their community… ever. How do you work to educate people about Aboriginal culture? I don’t feel like I’ve done enough to say I’ve been pushing for change, but I try and speak out as much as possible and I try and start discussions. And that’s where it all begins at the end of the day. You don’t necessarily have to start a charity, or do something amazing. It just starts with literally questioning how you see things. Going, “hey, maybe this isn’t the right way to do something.” I also work really closely with this organisation called AIMES. They’re the coolest

guys and work to provide Indigenous students with tutoring and free mentoring. I’m super in debt and grateful for that mob – most of which are young fellas who run and organise it all. It’s super inspirational. As an Indigenous person, statistics show that I’m more likely to go to juvie than to finish high school. When you think about it, it’s fucked. What’s the reaction been like to your most recent Invasion Day speech? I got a lot of wonderful responses, but I don’t know… there was so much tension at that time of year. Just little things. Like, I was wearing an Aboriginal flag T-shirt in the lead up to the event, and I had people yell at me on the street. I had one guy come up to me and he said some horrible things. But it wasn’t so much people that had individual gos at me. Because that I can handle, and honestly there wasn’t that much [negativity] which is amazing. It was mainly good stuff, but the stuff that really hurt was the media’s portrayal of it. I won’t mention which media outlet, but one wrote an article about me, and oh it was so horrible. They managed to turn the whole day into something that it wasn’t. So not only did they make the protests seem violent and angry, but they devalued all the work that I’ve ever done by titling the article: ‘Aretha Brown Aboriginal Model and Invasion Day Activist.’ And I was like, two things. Number one, I love modelling and I love the fashion world, but it’s never ever been my title. So, not only did they kind of shape me

into something to make me seem like an idiot, but also with the use of the phrase, ‘Invasion Day Activist,’ they managed to cipher all the work that I’ve done into a single day. How would you like to see January 26 commemorated in the future? Do you want the date changed? I think the date should be changed, honestly. For those people who are a little unclear about it, in the Aboriginal community there are three kind of ideas. Number one is we keep the day, but we change its meaning. Which is fair enough, it’s kind of the more mild version. There’s the one which is right bang in the middle, which is what I believe in. It’s that we change the date to another day. And then there’s the third option, which is we abolish the day altogether. We don’t celebrate it. Which is quite radical. What do you say to people who believe we shouldn’t change the date? I heard this great analogy the other day…I can’t remember where the quote was from, I’m sorry. It was from this person saying, “you know, you would never hold a party the day after your housemate or relative died. You wouldn’t do it. It would be weird, wouldn’t it?” It would be bad manners, it’s a respect thing. I’m not gonna push it down anyone’s throat, because I think that’s the wrong way to do it. But I think it’s this thing where people are gonna have to realise, ‘hey you know, this is kind of shit.’

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I think either way [Australia Day] should be celebrated, because if you think about it, who loves Australia more than anyone? It’s gonna be the mob here, and so I think it’s not us going against the system we have now, it’s just kind of saying, ‘We need to take a step back and kind of think about why we’re celebrating it and who for.’ But for every person that doesn’t quite get the significance of the day, there’s also those that get it and understand. What needs to happen for the Australian government to help build trust within your community? Well, the only way that I would know how is to have more Aboriginal people involved in government. I think that you can only talk about a group of people for so long, where you are literally just talking about them and you don’t actually understand their experiences. You have to come from the same background. You have to have the underlying ties with someone in order to understand and have empathy. To be able to have passion for change, really.

Tell us about your involvement with the National Indigenous Youth Parliament. The National Indigenous Youth Parliament is an annual event where they get mob from all over Australia. I think it’s 50 representatives from Torres Strait and Australia. We actually make speeches at Old Parliament House. We talk to politicians, we pass around bills, and those bills actually get passed on to parliament. I actually got elected first female Prime Minister of the National Indigenous Youth Parliament. What’s been your biggest achievement to-date? Probably being first woman Prime Minister in the National Indigenous Youth Parliament. I think that’s amazing. It was peer voted among all the representatives of each state and territory. It’s so cool if you think about it. It was so awesome. Which women are you most inspired by? The most inspiring women in my life include: my grandma (Aboriginal Elder Aunty Janice Brown) who is a dedicated member of her community @ENTERTHEDRAGON__

in the western suburbs of Sydney, Maya Angelou who taught me to be kind, Nina Simone who taught me not to take shit, my first girlfriend who taught me to love, and the cleaning lady Maria at school who taught me what hard work really looks like. If there was one thing you could see change in your lifetime, what would it be? I would love to see Aboriginal history taught as a subject within itself. I would love that more than anything, and I would also love to see more kids just pass high school. You know what? No, fuck that. Just more kids feeling like they’re having a good schooling experience. Passing… what does that mean? Fuck ATAR. It represents such a little part of who you are. I take back what I said. It’s not about passing, not about ATAR, but about Aboriginal kids feeling like their school experiences were worthwhile.

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The Emerson Celebrates VAMFF Earlier this month, we teamed up with NANA JUDY for a night at The Emerson in celebration of VAMFF. Kicking off once the sun went down, guests were treated rooftop cocktails, followed by DJ sets courtesy of Andy Murphy, Kris Kolzan, Jones Bros. and more. THEEMERSON.COM.AU

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For The Love x NANA JUDY For The Love made its 2018 return last month, with a day-long event of fashion and music. Set against the St Kilda foreshore, the soirée presented a lineup of impressive talent, including Hayden James, Touch Sensitive, Set Mo, Airling and more. NANA JUDY once again partnered with the event, teaming up with MILLER to take charge of the VIP gold lounge, hosting the likes of Rebecca Judd and Brooke Hogan. FORTHELOVEFTL.COM NANAJUDY.COM

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Sunday Tracker

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Sunday Tracker captures that warm and fuzzy Sunday feeling every day of the week. Offering a range of bright, whimsical and tassle-laden accessories and footwear, the label has become a destination for casual style. As well as giving you relaxed weekend vibes, the brand is committed to being gentle on the environment. Every piece is produced ethically by global artisans using traditional techniques, with the brand using eco-friendly materials wherever possible. So even if you are working the 9-5 grind, Sunday Tracker will bring a little piece of the weekend to you.

Melbourne-based designers James and Irisa launched their eponymous jewellery label in 2016, with the aim to present the Australian opal in a modern light. With a focus on being made locally, the pieces have been handwrought to make sure each exudes its own characteristics and charm. The brand’s most recent collection, Jazz, explores art deco elements, presenting them with a modern touch. Gold designs have been elevated with green tsavorites and opals, with necklaces, earrings and rings available. JAMESANDIRISA.COM.AU

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Pussyfoot Socks Most of us spend the majority of our time on our feet, which means good socks are paramount. The offering from Pussyfoot Socks ensures you stay comfortable 24/7, catering for wearers from all walks of life. Each pair boasts quality seamless construction and reinforced pressure points to ease your daily strolls, plus non-elastic options for those who need extra relief. For added goodness, all yarns and fibres are sourced from the highest-quality mills, which all adhere to the brand’s ethical standards. It’s all available now on Pussyfoot Socks’ ecommerce site. PUSSYFOOTSOCKS.COM.AU

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@MCRT.Studio Best known for its street art of portraits and wild animals, @MCRT.Studio’s works covers walls, apparel and zines around the country. Run by creative duo Maxim Chikanchi and Rozelle Tan, the goal is to find the perfect piece of art for each person and space. The studio’s latest endeavour is #MCRTFlorals, a collection of five photorealistic oil paintings on pieces of glass, each of a single flower. The transparent artworks are available in two sizes and come framed and ready to hang wherever you need a natural pick-me-up. The super limited collection can be purchased online now. MCRT.STUDIO

LUMAS LUMAS has one goal: to make contemporary photography accessible for a wide audience of art enthusiasts. With 40 galleries globally and an online store, the art dealer offers more than 3,000 works from close to 250 established and upcoming contemporary artists. Think Harmony and Florence by Julian Wolkenstein (pictured) and Richard Brandão’s famous dot paintings. Most works are available as hand-signed limited editions, usually in runs of 75 to 100, with prices starting at $49. AU.LUMAS.COM

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Bendigo Art Gallery

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Finnish fashion label Marimekko has long been known for its bold screen prints and pop art-style graphics. Now, Bendigo Art Gallery is giving us a closer look into the brand’s internationally-recognised designs, with its Marimekko: Design Icon 1951 to 2018 exhibit. Curated by Helsinki’s renowned Design Museum, it tracks the brand’s history – from its first fashion show in a Helsinki restaurant in 1951, to widespread popularity after being worn by Jackie Kennedy. Expect to view more than 60 outfits, swatches of original fabric, homewares, sketches and more. You have until June 11 to visit.

Are you on the hunt for art that makes you feel something? Tarli Bird of TBIRD Art draws inspiration from the energy and vibrancy of both the natural and urban worlds, as well as her travels. Made by hand, the artist uses screen printing, spray paint and embroidery to bring her creations to life. Tarli’s map designs are our personal faves, evoking feelings of wanderlust through their unique designs. If you’re keen to check them out in person, Tarli regularly exhibits around Australia, otherwise her prints, paintings and commissions are available to shop online.

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Harper & Charlie Through his brand Harper & Charlie, James Tyrell has created a wide selection of original prints reminiscent of vintage travel posters. The collection features some of Melbourne’s mostloved and lesser-known buildings, as well several famous structures interstate and abroad. It also carries a range of children’s art with a similar vintage feel, so there’s something to suit all ages. Posters are carefully packaged, available in several sizes, and printed on high-quality paper. Harper & Charlie’s prints are perfect for gifting to a friend, loved one, or yourself. HARPERANDCHARLIE.COM

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A statement artwork is the easiest way to add some personality to a room. And Antony Makhlouf’s works do just that. Best known for his role on 7TWO’s Get Arty series, the artist and photographer specialises in mixed-media works. Available to purchase are Antony’s intricate portrait illustrations and paintings, which come as art prints ready to hang in your home.

We can guarantee the work of Annie Davidson will bring you joy. The illustrator and graphic designer is inspired by old botanical sketches, quirky kids books and Japanese woodblocks. As a result, her work illustrates detailed plant-filled worlds you can imagine yourself escaping to. The limited-edition prints are made in runs of 50 and are printed on quality 100 per cent cotton rag paper.

If you want to lift a space without breaking the bank, ALX MAC is the solution. The Melbournebased artist creates resin fluid paintings by hand, offering creative works at an affordable price point. Her collections explore high-contrast colour combinations, including midnight blues and violets in white nebula-like webs. Each piece is 100 per cent unique, promising a beautiful artwork to improve any home or office.

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LYNKA.INK LYNKA.INK is the brainchild of Lyn Gowin, who uses both traditional and digital methods to create statement art prints. The focus is on modern minimalism and conceptual design, with a playful use of line, shape and space. LYNKA.INK’s latest collection, Fragments, is heavily inspired by the German Bauhaus movement. As well as traditional painting, it sees Lyn experiment with collage techniques. Fragments is available online now and limited for exclusivity, with only 50 of each design being produced. They come printed on matte cotton rag paper, individually signed and numbered. LYNKAINK.COM

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Time Tellers

The Timekeeper

Two Kings Watches

The Timekeeper believes in investing your time wisely. Taking control of how they spend theirs, the team behind the watch brand is committed to furthering mental health support for young people. They’re doing so by donating 100 per cent of The Timekeeper’s profits to Youth Off The Streets, a community organisation working with homeless, drug and alcohol-dependant, and neglected 12 to 25-year-olds. The watches themselves are designed to act as a symbolic anchor, reminding us to stay present, slow down and be intentional with our time. Select from a range of minimal, unisex faces, paired with premium leather or metallic wristbands.

Run by a father and son duo from Melbourne, Two Kings Watches is looking after your wallet. A belief in equal access means you can get quality, custommade timepieces without the crazy price tag. The extensive range is all about minimalism, style and versatility, with watches to suit every occasion. Plus, part of every sale goes to the brand’s partner charity, The Stroke Foundation. There’s a new, game changing collection in the works, but you can shop the current range online now with 20% off using the discount code ‘Fashionjournal’. TWOKINGSWATCHES.COM

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Junior Watches Junior’s approach to timepieces is a little different. Designed to be worn as wearable art, rather than just another piece of jewellery, the label creates oversized watches with simplicity and elegance in mind. Each timepiece is made from the finest materials – buttery Italian leather and Japanese movements – and comes with the largest watch face we’ve seen. To make your purchase a little more special, each piece is uniquely numbered ensuring your watch is one-of-a-kind and limited edition. JUNIORWATCHES.COM

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WeWood WeWood’s collection of eco-friendly watches has expanded again, offering wooden styles to suit every taste. The two new models, Albacore and Horizon, each boast minimalist style faces and adjustable flexwood straps. For those unfamiliar with the brand, WeWood’s entire offering is made from recycled and reclaimed timber, mostly as offcuts from furniture factories. The team also ensures the timber sourced is more than 10 years old and not a single tree is cut down for production. The result is an environmentallyfriendly watch which is splash-proof, durable and hypo-allergenic. WE-WOOD.COM.AU

John Taylor Watches Launched via a successful crowdfunding campaign, Perth-based John Taylor Watches delivers a range of minimal timepieces inspired by Australia’s coastal lifestyle. Now in over 20 stores throughout Australia, this brand is one to watch. Each piece is crafted with a stainless steel casing, has a Swiss movement and is water resistant. There are over 15 styles to choose from, each named after some of our most iconic beaches. We’re talking Noosa, Bells, Bondi and Whitehaven, to name a few. Its watches come in three sizes and a recently released bracelet range will make sure you stand out in any outfit. JOHNTAYLORWATCHES.COM

HAIR & BEAUTY

My Month of Moist Skin

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After putting this moisturiser on, two colleagues told me I looked greasy. But then again, I’ve been told that a lot in my life (thank you, Italian gene pool) so I’ll take it with a grain of salt. To be fair, this smelt like oranges and wood. I quite liked it. But it felt a bit thick. I’d probably lather this on if my skin was particularly cooked. RATING 3.5/5

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This is one high-end face cream. It feels luxurious, and was definitely a major step up from my usual supermarket go-to. It’s filled with avocados (delicious), macadamias (also delicious), and passionfruit (a banging Drake song), which all coalesce into a product that feels natural. RATING 4/5

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The first thing I noticed about male moisturisers is the length they go to brand themselves in a distinctively ‘masculine’ way. Sometimes this works, other times it doesn’t. It does for Triumph & Disaster, because its description makes me think about James Dean falling off a motorcycle (read: cool guy doing cool things). This is my favourite and I use it every day now.

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This bad boy was real good. It smells like peppermint and genuinely feels refreshing. If I had to describe how putting this moisturiser on felt, it’d be like when you water a dying plant and you see the soil soak it all up rapidly. I’ve killed many a plant in my time, but I think my skin would last longer than my ferns if I used this consistently. RATING 4/5

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I probably liked this the least, but mainly because the copywriting put me off: “You’re a man and you want your skin to feel nice. That’s OK.” It’s a nice sentiment, but I don’t need permission from a cardboard box to live my life. That aside, this smelt like wood and honey (enticing), but felt like I was applying sunscreen (less enticing). RATING 3/5

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Napoleon Perdis Napoleon Perdis is returning to the runway, announcing he will again be taking charge of the innovative beauty looks at this year’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia. Bringing his own spin to each show, NP will lead his Global Artistry Squad in creating fresh and modern makeup looks. He’ll also be joined by model daughter Lianna, who will walk the runway at the May event. NAPOLEONPERDIS.COM/AUS

Lush Easter is nearing, and if you’re looking for an alternative way to treat yourself, Lush may just have you sorted. The natural beauty brand has unveiled its Easter-inspired collection, complete with bath bombs, soaps and bubble bars in the shape of carrots, eggs and bunnies. The release also includes a Golden Egg Bath Bomb Melt, which has been made from a plastic-free glitter. We don’t know about you, but a long soak in the bath sounds like a great way to spend the long weekend. AU.LUSH.COM

Bali Body Now that we’ve hit March, we’re doing anything and everything to preserve our bronzed skin. Bali Body’s new Pineapple Tanning Oil promises to help us do just that. The all-natural product delivers a deep tan, while simultaneously hydrating and nourishing to smooth and repair uneven skin tone. The world-first pineapple extract and coconut oil formula is made in Melbourne too, meaning you’re supporting a local business with every purchase.

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If your idea of a holiday stretches further than a visit to Potato Head in Bali, read on. The writer behind travel blog The Love Assembly has compiled her best travel tips for a trip abroad. The pages are filled with useful tidbits on how to barter, mustvisit markets and packing, with Daquinag weighing in on the age-old debate of roll versus fold (hint: it’s both). You’ll also find handy destination guides, covering where to eat, drink and stay in Melbourne, Barcelona, Colombia, Mexico, Morocco and The Philippines. While l admit, I won’t be quitting my day job to pursue a life of travel like Wander Love suggests, it still features plenty of useful advice for the solo traveller.

Little Dark Age

For those who don’t believe in food that wastes time and adds layers of unnecessary wankery, pick up a copy of Yumi Stynes’ The Zero Fucks Cookbook. The author/TV presenter/chef says no to making her own puff pastry and smoking her own meat. Instead, her recipe collection is a welcome relief for the busy home cook (all of us). As someone whose culinary expertise extends as far as UberEats, this book speaks to me on a spiritual level. Think along the lines of simple (yet delicious) tofu dishes, perfect roast potatoes and ‘rich person’s roasted veg’. Finally, a cookbook we can really put to use.

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MGMT

One of the biggest bands of the ’00s saw a fairly spectacular fall from grace following the release of two albums that seemed purposely formulated to lose fans. Well now the duo has returned to form, delivering the kind of music they started making back in 2007. Of course that inhibited attitude is still there. ‘She Works Out Too Much’ is the prime example, when the group is feeling so self-conscious it destroys its own work by drenching it in pop-facing irony. However, it’s in lyrics like “I’m not that nice” and “I’m ready to blow my brains out,” laid over maniacally happy synth pop, that you see MGMT’s true brilliance. When it gets out of its own way, that is.

While targeted at children, we could all do with a read of the second Rebel Girls instalment. Filled with 100 short one-page fairytale-like bios of remarkable women – Ellen DeGeneres, Beyoncé, J.K. Rowling, more – the book encourages girls (and boys) to break barriers, push themselves and challenge norms. Each story is accompanied by colourful illustrations of said females, making this hardback both a great in-bed read and a good-looking coffee table book. In a time when women’s rights are being given the spotlight they deserve, it’s an important read. Gift this to the littlies in your life, or just treat yourself with some easy to digest feminist inspiration.

Cafe Oblivion OH MERCY

Local producer JOY. is only 21 years old, but she’s already punching well above her weight when it comes to collaborations. Co-creating this EP with Khaled Rohaim (who has worked with Rihanna and Ariana Grande) has stood her in good stead. The release is certainly rooted in commercial territory, and will fit comfortably on radio. Thankfully, JOY.’s added just enough innovation here that should catch the eye of tastemakers too. It’s unsurprising she’s accumulated over three million streams for the pretty, meandering track ‘Smoke Too Much’, but my money is on the darker, more soulful ‘Lose Control’.

It’s hard to fathom that at the tender age of 29, Alexander Gow has delivered his fifth album under the Oh Mercy moniker. His creative exploration through the broad spectrum of mostly ’80s influences continues on this, his most personal release. Still sitting firmly in Oh Mercy territory, Cafe Oblivion feels like an Australian classic already. ‘Hot Topic’ is one of those tracks you’ll come back to again and again, while ‘Get On’ is like a sexy, oozing Oasis tune. If that song doesn’t do something to your insides, you should probably check your pulse. If this output continues, Gow is well on his way to music legend territory.

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Out & About Australian Academy of Modelling Graduation Runway 2018 Last month, Australian Academy of Modelling celebrated its past students with an annual graduation runway. The event was held at Highline Melbourne, where industry professionals and friends were invited to preview the next generation of Australian modelling talent. Three runways enabled the graduates of the Comprehensive Model Course to showcase their skills, while food and champagne was enjoyed by guests. AUSTRALIANACADEMYOF MODELLING.COM.AU

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