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I am a believer that anything is possible, and this month’s cover featuring the incredibly talented fashion illustrator, Kerrie Hess is testament to that. I have long drooled over Kerrie’s feminine illustrations on Instagram and dreamed of one day featuring her on the cover of my magazine.

Well today is that day. Kerrie’s story heads up one of my favourite issues to date, an issue dedicated to women in fashion. The Profile team, including renowned photographer, Rebecca Taylor, headed to Kerrie’s Brisbane home to capture these stunning images of Kerrie and her ultra-feminine studio, all while learning of Kerrie’s meteoric rise to fame.

This month we have combined everything of beauty from the outside and in. From ‘fuller figured’ model Bree McCann on the importance of body diversity to the latest high fashion from the runways of Melbourne Fashion Week. We take a behind-the-scenes look at people who make up the heart and soul of this creative, if not sometimes fickle, industry.

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owner Penny Lane, local couture designer Judy Copley to co-founder of Australian fashion label, Aje, who is fierce about celebrating female empowerment through fashion – this issue shows the human side of fashion.

Plus our Profile team delivers an exclusive VAMFF Runway Report direct from the runway sidelines in Melbourne. And as usual we bring you all things health, including the power of yoga with Lauren Verona, the benefits of raw eating with Jasmin Smith plus some of the best global yoga retreats to get your Om on.

It’s an issue that I hope you love as much as we do, filled with abundance, style, ease and grace.

With love & grace,

Genine x

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COMING OF AJE Edwina Forest

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THROUGH THE AGES

Bree McCann Penny Lane

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BOUNDED BY BEAUTY

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Power to the dreamers

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STREE T STYLE BUSINESS & INDUSTRY EXPERTS

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THE STYLE EDIT Knit one, pearl one

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‘It takes a village to raise a child’– the SunnyKids Charity motto which we have heard before, but never so much have I thought of the African proverb being at the core of Mercedes-Benz Sunshine Coast’s ethos and values. Sharing the history and family behind the brand is BDM and Marketing Manager, Michelle Evans. She says the engrained passion the family-owned business has for community grassroot charities stems from founder Garry Crick who has passed those values on to Mercedes-Benz Sunshine Coast

PROFILEMAG.COM.AU 9 Dealer Principal and son Aaron Crick – men who do what they can for their community.

“Mercedes Benz is a brand that has been around for 130 years where our values are, the best or nothing, and that’s not just about our service or product, it’s how we act and how we are perceived in the community,” says Michelle.

The dealership has been involved with both, Bloomhill Cancer Care and SunnyKids; charities in some shape or form over many years.

“With charities like SunnyKids it’s important to help the next generation by providing care and support, and stop the generational cycle of poverty, abuse and homelessness. It’s important not just as a brand, but to the individuals working here, to know what SunnyKids purpose is, and ask how can I help?” she says.

In 2003, SunnyKids CEO Chris Turner was the first man in Australia to run a women’s refuge where 75 per cent of the women’s refuge are children.

“I learnt that well in excess of 50 per cent of the mums in the refuge were kids in the refuge, when grandma was in there too,” he says.

While there’s limited government funding available, SunnyKids is relient and appreciative of businesses investing in breaking the cycle, for future generations.

“Mercedes-Benz Sunshine Coast is the perfect example of that, by supporting us with opportunities where we raise awareness, networking and partnership.

“One of our goals for the community is we become a village that raises the children together and that really is the level of responsibility MBSC is taking. They are taking responsibility for some of the children in the community,” says Chris.

SunnyKids Charity manger, Debbie Battaglini-Clarke says, the two brands have a fantastic alignment to help better the community, with MBSC diving deeper this year, sponsoring all three of SunnyKids 2019 events.

“Michelle Evans from Mercedes-Benz has also kindly given up her own time, both with 2019 Travis Schultz Wine Makers Master Class and 2019 Mayoral ball committees. It just seems to be this relationship that continues to grow and has no boundaries,” says Debbie.

Since Bloomhill opened its doors 21 years ago, Mercedes-Benz is proud to be one of their longest supporters and wishes to continue that partnership for as long its own doors are open. Bloomhill Cancer Care CEO Chris Franck says, the charity was established for the community by the community, for families and patients affected by cancer.

“ONE OF OUR GOALS FOR THE COMMUNITY IS WE BECOME A VILLAGE THAT RAISES THE CHILDREN TOGETHER AND THAT REALLY IS THE LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY MERCEDES-BENZ IS TAKING.” “We have never received government funding,” says Chris. “About 80 per cent of funding is generated from 12 op-shops on the Sunshine Coast, so we are very dependant on the community to donate pre-loved items. The other 20 per cent is through events like this, where we are fortunate enough to partner with Mercedes-Benz.”

There’s also a very special link between the two chosen charities and Mercedes Benz.

“The link between Bloomhill and SunnyKids is, the lovely Debbie from SunnyKids, her beautiful husband who was one of the most prolific fundraisers and philanthropist on the Sunshine Coast, was diagnosed with cancer the day after one of the biggest charity events on the Sunshine Coast. He did have treatment and care with

Bloomhill, so it absolutely makes sense in his memory that we honour that. And that’s my why!” says Michelle Evans.

This year, Mercedes-Benz has provided a car to help the charity and families affected, to give them some light at the end of the tunnel.

“This particular event is an annual live and silent charity auction. Last year we talked about doing a car raffle and the automatic decision was to go with Mercedes-Benz, because they have been such great supporters of Bloomhill over the years,” says Fundraising and Events coordinator Melissa Wolpert.

Mercedes-Benz is a business that makes sure it not only acts with integrity, it gives with integrity and gives always to the community.

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ADRIENNE BLAZER

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Celebrating female empowerment, Australian fashion label, Aje, owned the runway at Melbourne Fashion Week, seeing 90s silhouettes reborn in a new iteration. Co-founder of the brand, Edwina Forest, shares what it was like growing up on the Sunshine Coast, the power of dressing, and the reflection of the #metoo movement on fashion.

By chance, in Brisbane, a tall Norwegian the exhibitions we see and the people we in the video-clip at the time. She also looking man stopped for directions in meet here. Being so heavily inspired by our explains how the past values have grown a clothing store in which Edwina Forest surrounds and the duality of the urban and shaped our present values – strongly happened to be in at the time. As fate and coastal landscapes, we are frequently reflected in the #metoo movement. would have it, they met again that night. drawn to cross over between the two. So “There’s a strength and power to the “He walked in and asked for directions we make regular visits back to the Coast – strong prints and suits, but paired back with and I thought he was a Norwegian tourist both for inspiration and grounding.” timeless denim, organic linens and cotton, because of his super cool sense of style, The new collection, ‘Ingénue’, was which gives it that effortless cool that which didn’t exist in Brisbane at the time… in fortunate enough to grace Virgin Australia makes it so relevant today,” says Edwina. a serendipitous turn of events, we met again Melbourne Fashion Festival (VAMFF) “This season is all about the power of that evening at a mutual friend’s birthday. runways, not once but twice, in the the power suit! There really is something David Jones Gala show, and again, in the Indeed, he wasn’t Norwegian, just unique!” so empowering about a strong female in laughs Edwina. “We have been the best of Harper’s BAZAAR Runway. The collection, a well-tailored suit. I love how the iconic evidently, celebrates growth of female friends ever since.”

90s silhouette has been revisited and empowerment, which has been a focal Adrian Norris and Edwina both say they reimagined bringing it into the modern point for the brand since the growth of the were fortunate enough to grow up on the world while still encapsulating the new #metoo movement.

Sunshine Coast, with endless summer days female strength and liberation born out of and picturesque views. It’s hard the decade. For me in particular to believe they left. the Adrienne Blazer paired with “WE HOPE TO BRIDGE THE DIVIDE BETWEEN “Living there is like being on the Antonia Trouser in pinstripe is a standout look. With its gold holiday all year round. We were URBAN AND COASTAL STYLE, CREATING so spoilt by the divine weather hardware, shoulder pads, and ELEGANT SIMPLE PIECES IN BEAUTIFUL NATURAL androgynous style, it epitomises and the friendliness of everyone FABRICATIONS. FOR US IT IS ALL ABOUT around us. Adrian and I are everything wonderful from extremely proud of our heritage the time period and wave of PAIRING THE LUXE WITH THE EVERYDAY.” and upbringing in Queensland female self-expressionism that followed.” and it shapes much of our design inspiration,” she says.

“The brands that make up the David It’s this suit that encapsulated the Jones family epitomise the very best of But as they developed their brand, audience, with its striking style and founded in 2007, the duo made the decision Australian fashion – relaxed, unbridled and tangerine pinstripe setting off the gold experimental in design. Our home-grown buckle that made it a stand-alone piece – a to move to Sydney where their label prospers. However, they maintain, and it’s piece that embodies the female form. The designers are not afraid to take risks, very evident, the designs and styles of Aje highly innovative and quick to respond to entirety of Aje is a style and an attitude. It’s a brand that sets itself apart by offering are heavily inspired by their coastal roots. consumer’s needs, which is so important in ageless designs that sit outside the passing “Sydney is such a source of culture, our oversaturated market.” of time. which is so important to the brand, so Edwina explains they looked at the “We are guided by a sense of the it made sense to make the move. We strength embodied in the message behind frequently collaborate with artists in our humanity of the women we design for, and George Michael’s iconic song, ‘Freedom collections, so we feed our curiosity with that journey is timeless,” says Edwina. ’90’ and expressed by the supermodels

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“We hope to bridge the divide between urban and coastal style, creating elegant simple pieces in beautiful natural fabrications. For us it is all about pairing the luxe with the everyday. The Aje woman is tactile, discerning, and has a consciousness for quality of design and fabrication. She seeks highly coveted and unique designs that are grounded in each of our collections and loves that she can come to Aje for a complete look that will effortlessly stand out in any crowd, anywhere around the globe.”

During VAMFF, the duo explain that they love coming to Melbourne to support local Australian designers. Last year the luxe brand celebrated a major milestone, its 10th anniversary. During this time, the label went from strength to strength, but in an ever-evolving industry, which is, more often than not, cut-throat, I can’t help but wonder how the pair maintain their business partnership and friendship.

“It takes a special kind of friendship to endure the rollercoaster ride that comes with owning a fashion label. We are very lucky that we have a rare connection rather like that of a marriage. It was a kind of ‘love at first sight’ – the nonromantic kind – and has continued to grow throughout the years that we have been best friends. We are extremely respectful of each other and are forever grateful for the relationship we have, and the family we have created. We have learned that the difference between us both as individuals is what makes the equilibrium creative.

Being both friends and business partners, we have learned not to take business decisions personally and to nurture each other’s different strengths.”

Rounding out the interview, Edwina shares her passion and gratitude towards the extraordinary family and team members who they have subsequently brought together, but cherish the love,

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talent and support given unconditionally.

So, what’s next for the second decade of Aje? They will be opening Mercedes Benz Fashion Week this August in Sydney, which is something that’s got the fashion industry buzzing for more power-player suits, and freedom of the female form.

“We will continue to listen to her, design for her, offering her a platform to express herself and embrace her innate contradictions. Respond to demand from women around the world, meet with her wherever she is, offer her experiences with the brand around the world.”

Not only is Aje a brand that offers pure empowerment, but, ultimately, it’s a brand at the hands of a strong friendship that has the foundations to be ageless.

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On first appearance, Noosabased model, Bree McCann is quintessentially an Aussie beach babe. She’s known for her fuller figure, becoming the first curve model to feature on the cover of Women’s Health Australia, but, for years, her ‘plus’ size body couldn’t book jobs. Bree opens up to Profile about the fight for body diversity and proving that beauty is not a single size.

Biding my time in a crowd of fashionistas, craning their necks to meet and speak with the ever stunning model Bree McCann, at Melbourne Fashion Week, she was simply impressive in the way she held herself.

Smiling and looking relaxed, with her beach tousled waves, her bubbly demeanor and tall stance, but, then I thought, how could this woman possibly be ‘too big’? The size 12-14 model explains she was too small for plus size gigs and not the right shape for the mainstream industry. Bree was signed to an agency while she was studying both Journalism and Business Management at University of Queensland, but, she admits, she never got any work.

“I don’t think I even had one paid shoot.

There was just no work for my size here at that time. The rest of the world was already embracing curvier models but Australia wasn’t quite there yet,” she says.

“In 2010, while on holiday with my sister in New York, I was signed to a major agency’s plus size division. I think what most people don’t really understand is that ‘plus size models’ are just anything over a size 10 and, back then, agency boards were all segregated in that way.”

Overseas, the fashion industry was already inundated with consumer demand and advertising campaigns for body diversity, but the conversation was only a whisper in Bree’s home country.

“Australia has been slow. I have watched as New York, Paris and London fashion weeks have regularly kicked goals for body diversity over the past five years. There are so many shows doing it now, it goes completely unnoticed because it’s not news… which is how it should be, but I wish Australia would notice,” says Bree.

“Things are a lot different now. It’s a completely new era. Women of all shapes, sizes and ethnicities are regularly booked for campaigns. In fact, both brands and the consumers are actually looking for diversity now, which is epic!”

But a few years ago, American and British models such as Ashley Graham and

Kate Upton were splashed over magazine covers and signing lucrative contracts, whereas for Bree, it was an uphill battle.

“Very! I was in a kind of fashion no-man’s land, which makes no sense really because the majority of woman fall into this category too,” she explains.

“I have been lucky in the sense that I have always had work and worked hard but things were slow in the first few years. I really had to prove myself every step of the way because a lot of people thought that my size didn’t belong in fashion.”

“IT’S A COMPLETELY NEW ERA. WOMEN OF ALL SHAPES, SIZES AND ETHNICITIES ARE REGULARLY BOOKED FOR CAMPAIGNS. IN FACT, BOTH BRANDS AND THE CONSUMERS ARE ACTUALLY LOOKING FOR DIVERSITY NOW, WHICH IS EPIC!” Proud of her ‘never give up’ attitude and proving that health and beauty are not a size, Bree has landed on her feet. Last year, she became the first curve model to feature on the cover of Women’s Health Australia, the first curve model to shoot campaigns for Seafolly, Lee Denim, Lorna Jane, General Pants and Tigerlily and it didn’t stop there…

“I was the first curve model to walk in a show in MBFWA last year and that, in itself, is crazy that it took so long to happen here.

It needs to happen more. You can’t just have one way to be beautiful anymore. I think in 10 years from now, people will find it crazy that we didn’t have diversity before.

We are in this cool moment right now where things are really starting to change.”

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There’s a new wave of models speaking and standing up for body diversity and size stereotypes, and Bree is proud to be a part of it. It’s even slowly started to filter through fashion spreads, with Bree being featured in Vogue, Elle, Grazia, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan and Glamour.

“That culture has come a long way but we aren’t there yet. We have definitely made steps in mainstream fashion. I think most mainstream brands now are pretty good with making samples in various sizes and booking models regardless of size.

However, luxury brands and magazines aren’t quite there yet.”

Bree grew up in Brisbane and spent most of her free time in Noosa at the beach, so it was no surprise she has decided to call Noosa home with now hubby Mitch.

“I love the lifestyle and the beach has always felt like home for me. My husband, Mitch, grew up between Brisbane and Noosa and his family are now Noosa based too so it felt like the right place to settle,” she says.

And if she thought she was going to slow down into the relaxed Sunshine Coast lifestyle, she was wrong, with work taking off.

“I have gotten busier and busier as my career has progressed… which is the opposite of what most models experience.

I have been completely slammed with work in the past couple of years from brands all over the world. And that shows the world is changing,” she says.

“I REALLY HAD TO PROVE MYSELF EVERY STEP OF THE WAY BECAUSE A LOT OF PEOPLE THOUGHT THAT MY SIZE DIDN’T BELONG IN FASHION.”

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“WOMEN NEED TO BE KINDER TO THEMSELVES AND EMBRACE THE BODY THEY HAVE BEEN GIVEN. IT’S NOT ABOUT FITTING INTO A SIZE, IT’S ABOUT BEING HEALTHY, HAPPY AND LIVING YOUR LIFE.” Bree is simply one busy woman, jetsetting all over the globe. So far this year she has ticked off, Sydney, Melbourne, Mexico, Anguilla and Cape Town along with New York and Miami. But while the lifestyle sounds glamourous, it’s evident the industry is still tough and there’s a lot of hard work that doesn’t meet the eye.

“I think it’s easy to assume everyone in fashion is just being fabulous and having fun but, actually everyone is working hard,” she laughs.

“There’s toughness to modelling that gets overlooked a little bit. There’s the obvious things like being judged on your appearance all the time, constant travel, rejection, competition and a lot of unknowns in your life, but there’s also things like separation of friends and family, long hours with new people and new places everyday plus running your own businesses in many different countries all at once.”

“I currently have finances, taxes and visas for three different countries and some models have more. There’s actually a lot of logistics involved in making schedules, clients and dates all come together. It’s not all glam like people think.”

If there’s anything Bree can leave you with, it’s this, ‘you are completely normal and amazing!’ Bree is on a mission to help women feel more confident within themselves.

“Women need to be kinder to themselves and embrace the body they have been given.

It’s not about fitting into a size, it’s about being healthy, happy and living your life.”

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PENNY LANE

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The cycle of fashion trends lasts as long as fashion boutiques – they close as quickly as they open. Profile sits down with Penny Lane to discover how she successfully established one of the Sunshine Coast’s longest running fashion houses.

Golden skin with the same sun-kissed hues in her hair, casually wearing a Nice Martin jumpsuit, Penny Lane is the definition of coastal meets fashion forward edge – style that’s the essence of Alterior Motif.

The much-loved boutique has reigned strongly in the Coast’s fashion industry for just shy of 20 years. It’s an incredible feat when so many boutiques struggled with the economic inconsistencies of owning and managing bricks and mortar stores.

Instead, Penny learned the only way to build a name is through a strong customer connection, not being afraid to reach out to the online world and, importantly, working hard – an ethic strongly ingrained in her since she was born in Byron Bay. “I grew up in a real bohemian lifestyle, my parents were real hippies and we lived off the land when we moved to Buderim.

My dad was a fisherman and my mum sold Thai food at the markets. So from a really young age we were hard workers as my mum is Thai and it’s just natural to bring up the kids like that,” explains Penny.

Growing up, Penny knew she wasn’t going to be an academic and preferred to be out surfing rather than book bound.

By year 11, she finished school and worked at a surf shop, which was the catalyst for her retail career. From here, Penny built up her confidence and relationships with customers, slowly coming out of her shy shell and into the throws of retail. She soon left the Sunshine Coast, bound for Sydney, with her coastal roots in tow.

“I have travelled a bit and I have always worked in retail. I don’t know what it is… I must be a big talker,” laughs Penny. “I find it easy to talk and connect with people.”

It’s this connection that led Penny to work as a wholesale representative in a large

fashion house in Sydney, where every day was new and exciting, admitting she loved her job and had no intention of leaving.

“My husband and I were living in Sydney at the time, we weren’t married at that stage, but we were kind of getting to our mid-20s and starting to settle down a bit.

My husband is actually from the Sunshine Coast and he wanted to move back, but I remember saying, ‘I don’t want to move back’,” she says, cringing.

In the meantime, Penny’s best friend started Alterior Motif in 2002 with the aim of creating a fashion forward business.

“WE WANT EVERY PERSON TO FEEL WELCOME IN ALTERIOR MOTIF. IT’S A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE IS TREATED WITH LOVE AND RESPECT. WE HAVE SUCH A DIVERSE RANGE OF CUSTOMERS AND PRICE RANGES.” “Her husband had moved away and she was nine months pregnant and she just needed to go and be with him – he was in Northern NSW. She did such a great job with the store, she had it for just over a year,” explains Penny.

With a little encouragement from her husband, Penny bought the shop from her girlfriend, motivated by a ‘let’s give it a go’ attitude. By 2003, Penny took over the boutique and used her connections from Sydney to stock only Australian labels, with a strong focus on supporting local designers. While she was given a new

opportunity, she was under no impression it was going to be an easy task. Months of hard work, determination and flare for fashion, has been sewn into the core of Alterior Motif. Penny introduced brands like Subi to the Coast and has grown the store’s labels, to now offering Pfeiffer, Sass & Bide, Sans Beast and Nice Martin.

“There were so many cool brands which didn’t exist here,” says Penny.

But translating that to the Sunshine Coast was a little bit harder than anticipated, with many locals baulking at the different styles and price points.

“It took a long long time for people to understand and get educated about it, but we tried really hard. We did fashion parades and events and really involved ourselves in the community to say, ‘Hey, we have the brands and you don’t have to go to Sydney’,” says Penny.

Over the years, the store has made a name for itself as a leading lifestyle boutique, offering a diverse range of fashion that’s run by a family of creatives and fashion gurus. But, over time, whispers have led many new customers away from the store.

“I sometimes hear that people are intimidated to come in and I want to dispel that myth of fashion boutiques being unwelcoming. Our staff are so kind and down to earth, so there is nothing to feel uneasy about. We are a judgment-free zone and, if you are a nice person, we will bend over backwards to help you with anything you need,” explains Penny.

“We want every person to feel welcome in Alterior Motif. It’s a place where everyone is treated with love and respect.

We have such a diverse range of customers and price ranges.”

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“WE MAKE OUR SELECTS AND TRY A LOT ON, WHICH IS QUITE UNUSUAL FOR BUYERS. FOR US IT’S REALLY IMPORTANT TO GET OUR FITS AND OUR SHAPES RIGHT. I GOT CALLED AN ‘EMOTIONAL BUYER’ AS OPPOSED TO A STRATEGIC BUYER. PERSONALLY, I DON’T BUY TO BOOST NUMBERS; I BUY WHAT IS GOOD FOR MY CUSTOMERS.” When you step inside the newlyrenovated coastal-meets-luxe shop front, in seaside Cotton Tree, its white washed walls, rows of satin, linen and denims, along with the team of style masters, displays a one-sided approach to the fashion industry. There is so much more

than what meets the eye. Instead, months of planning, buying and research goes into each piece of clothing displayed. So, to give us an idea, Penny takes us through the fashion journey.

“Most brands do a seasonal drop, and most brands do up to four drops a year.

Each season they will release a collection and I will go meet with the brand in either Sydney or Melbourne or they will bring the collections to me and talk me through the vision and personality of the range. I take a little bit of a team with me now, as it’s good to get feedback across all of our staff,” explains Penny.

“We make our selects and try a lot on, which is quite unusual for buyers. For us it’s really important to get our fits and our shapes right. I got called an ‘emotional buyer’ as opposed to a strategic buyer.

Personally, I don’t buy to boost numbers; I buy what is good for my customers.”

When I ask Penny about her personal style to her buying style, she simply laughs.

“Generally I am more comfortable in pants, shorts and denim and, generally, I

am a neutral dresser. I guess when you are a mum and running after children… to me comfort is king.”

Opposed to her buying style: “My buying is crazy,” she laughs. “I think it’s bold, but I am really mindful of being relevant to our customers here. Wearable, but touching on trends and being able to offer something people can get longevity out of.”

It’s this longevity that has seen the brand succeed in its own longevity. Focusing on stocking local designers, and Australian brands that are making steps or have reduced, their carbon footprint.

“We are trying to educate people that making steps to, quality over quantity is key. People are buying so much more of these throw-out pieces and then not understanding they are spending more money than buying something really good that lasts,” explains Penny.

The next time you step inside the store, the latest Autumn/Winter ‘19 collections will be lining hangers – featuring more knits and a concentration of denims, with a real 70s influence in the mix.

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Returning for its 12th year, the Sunshine Coast Fashion Festival is one of the most anticipated events of the local fashion calendar, showcasing a plethora of emerging and established international and national designers. Profile exclusively reveals that world renown designer, Nicola Finetti, is returning to the runway as the SCFF Industry Ambassador.

From humble beginnings, the Sunshine Coast Fashion Festival began as a one-off event. Local fashion labels dominated the runway and there was only one highend designer.

Now, however, more than a decade on, SCFF has cemented itself as one of the best runway shows in fashion – showcasing international and homegrown designers.

Returning to SCFF for his fifth year is Italian and Australian designer, Nicola Finetti, who will not only showcase his extraordinary collection, but he returns as an Industry Ambassador.

“SCFF is a great marketing opportunity and one of the most professional fashion events I have ever showed at. Everyone is friendly and I get to see the collection on the catwalk,” says Nicola.

Elegant, wearable and supremely stylish dresses, made from luxurious fabrics, designed and manufactured in Australia – his collections reveal a combination of femininity and strength. Nicola’s designs have been splashed across Vogue Australia, Elle, Marie Claire and Harper’s Bazaar and worn by many celebrities, including Miranda Kerr and Cate Blanchett. It’s safe

to say, this year, his return to the runway will be show-stopping.

“SCFF IS A GREAT MARKETING OPPORTUNITY AND ONE OF THE MOST PROFESSIONAL FASHION EVENTS I HAVE EVER SHOWED AT.” Also gracing the runway is Australia’s fastest growing online fashion boutique, Billy J Boutique, which now calls the Sunshine Coast home. The brand specialises in affordable, on-trend fashion for all shapes, sizes and ages, taking you from casual daytime to evening wear. With fresh floral prints, cool breezy linen and easy to wear playsuits, the stylish boutique offers a wide variety of accessories to match. It really is your one stop shop, and we can’t wait to see what new styles it will release at SCFF. New to the stage is Brisbane based label, Lucy and Loo, specialising in convertible dresses that can be wrapped and twisted

upto 50 different ways. Customers can adapt their garments any way they choose, providing them with utmost elegance and ease. The stunning and flowing designs allow women to feel and look beautiful, no matter the occasion, no matter how big or small. The garments are manufactured with the finest Italian microfiber and has an extensive colour palette to suit each season and trend. SCFF is presented at Pelican Waters Sebel, a stunning location, letting the passion and ever-evolving designers establish and build on their creative journeys – something that will again be highlighted at this year’s trade lounge. The festival provides a global platform to showcase swim, resort, readyto-wear, ethical, intimates, wearable art and couture Summer fashion ranges.

So block the weekend out in your diary and get ready to shop the latest looks at SCFF!

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Old Hollywood glamour and the city of love itself, Paris, is where iconic fashion artist Kerrie Hess draws inspiration. Profile spends time with Kerrie in her feminine gallery-like studio, where she opens up about her fashion muses, balancing career and motherhood, and finding love.

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it just happened that a photo didn’t come earing jeans and a white inspiration for me, everywhere you looked through one week for the magazine, which linen shirt, accessorised there was beauty, from the architecture to with a paintbrush poised at the street wear and Paris Fashion Week,” was the Independent Newspaper weekend magazine. We were having a really stressful her easel, is how I would describe Kerrie smiles Kerrie.

Hess as being perfectly at home and at day and I said to the fashion editor, ‘I “For me, I am just really interested in the actually draw all these fashion sketches ease. Watching Kerrie at work is somewhat crazy side of fashion. I like the fantasy side in my spare time. I could probably draw mesmerising. Her creativity transforms a of fashion and that’s what I like sketching. I blank page with her stylish and stunning art something quickly’, as we were literally did go over and sketch most of the looks for about to go to print,” she says. while, around her, the walls of art speak of Vogue one year in Paris for haute couture. romance, haute couture fashion and her “Elie Saab and Australian label Ralph and “So they agreed, and I had a little byline strong Parisien connection.

Russo is one of the best shows I have ever and people started contacting me after “I think you can get inspiration from seen, they were incredible. The old school looking at the image of that sketch. This was anywhere,” says Kerrie. “It could be travel, brands like Chanel and Dior are really well before email and Instagram. I thought but for me it is from a lot of old movies. I beautiful too. It’s like a fantasy.” maybe I could do this on the side.

“I decided to save up and be an grew up watching Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn, so, for that reason, artist for a year. I expected it not to “LIVING IN PARIS FOR TWO YEARS WAS A I don’t particularly paint styles that work out as I didn’t know an artist are current. I don’t want anyone to who was full time. That was more BIG INSPIRATION FOR ME, EVERYWHERE buy my art work and for it to date. than 20 years ago now.”

YOU LOOKED THERE WAS BEAUTY, FROM “I like to keep the styles simple While the rest is history, starting and on trend. I love that vintage out in a time where social media THE ARCHITECTURE TO THE STREET aesthetic and I love the old artists wasn’t readily accessible made it WEAR AND PARIS FASHION WEEK.” like Toulouse-Lautrec that had a real even more of a challenge to get her brush-work look, which is kind of my artwork noticed. visual inspiration.”

“It was really difficult to get your work While her paintings reflect glamour, it Speaking with Kerrie and looking around out there at the time. You had to contact was a far-from-glamorous journey to first her blush pink and white stylish art studio, people directly and send your work set foot in the art world, with the dream through the mail and hope they liked it,” it’s evident there’s a deep connection to of being an artist deemed to be a hobby. the city of love. Her artwork takes you on a explains Kerrie.

At age 19, Kerrie was working as a graphic “There are so many platforms now stroll through Paris, allowing you to glimpse designer in London. In her spare time she into its unique and elegant world of ornate enjoyed mastering her craft, watercolour where companies see your work and come to you. But I am glad that I know the other paintings and illustrations, until one day architecture, the people, and, of course, side to it and I appreciate the way things the chic clothing. when she got her break. are now.”

“I worked at a magazine in London and “Living in Paris for two years was a big

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“IT IS REALLY INCREDIBLE AND I ALWAYS HONESTLY PINCH MYSELF WHEN SOMETHING POPS UP AND I THINK, ‘DID THEY REALLY MEAN TO CONTACT ME TO DO THAT?’ THAT’S CRAZY! IT’S REALLY LOVELY.”

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While it took a lot of time, dedication and talent, Kerrie’s art collection was eventually embraced by the fashion industry for her unique and timeless pieces, which launched her illustrious career onto the world stage.

“It was building up, one job after another. I did do a job early on with Louis Vuitton and it was a global campaign. That was when Marc Jacobs was head of LV. Because that job was world wide, it was a real stepping stone for me. A year after that, I did a solo exhibition in Paris.”

This exhibition was the pivotal moment in Kerrie’s career, where she cemented and distinguished herself as not just a commercial artist, but as an established fine artist. In the Le Meurice Hotel, where both Picasso and Dali have previously exhibited, hung 17 pieces of Kerrie’s soft pastel artworks.

“It was such an honour. I was so nervous about this exhibition, it was my first solo show. I was even more nervous about giving my first speech in French. I wrote it on a napkin on the morning of the exhibition,” says Kerrie, thinking back.

From there, Kerrie’s art work catapulted her onto the international fashion stage, illustrating collaborations with Cartier, Printemps Paris, Tiffany and Co, Louis Vuitton, Lancome, Net-a-Porter and Maison Laduree Paris.

“It is really incredible and I always honestly pinch myself when something pops up and I think, ‘Did they really mean to contact me to do that?’ That’s crazy! It’s really lovely,” says Kerrie.

“I recently did a collaboration with Laurent-Perrier Champagne, that was one of those ones where they let me do anything. That was a nice one to create something that sells really well but it’s also really beautiful.”

Collaborations came thick and fast, being featured in Vogue, as well as the cover of Harper’s Bazaar, and illustrations across countless fashion windows, billboards and book covers.

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“I THINK YOU CAN HAVE IT ALL BUT NOT AT THE SAME TIME. SO PICK YOUR TIMESLOTS AND BE REALLY PRESENT. SO, WHEN I AM WORKING, I AM REALLY FOCUSED AND THEN, WHEN I AM NOT, I’M REALLY PRESENT WHEN I’M SPENDING TIME WITH MARCEL.”

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While her achievements are astounding, and what many fashion designers and artists dream of, it’s evident her son is by far her greatest achievement. When speaking about her son Marcel, now 10 years old, Kerrie’s face is warm, sharing stories about their day-to-day life and the special bond they share. When Marcel was just two years old, they moved to Paris, where Kerrie juggled the delicate balance of being a mother, first and foremost, and that of a career woman.

“Honestly, it just meant that I didn’t really have the same experience of Paris as my other friends who didn’t have small children at the time. I missed a lot of events and art galleries, but on the other hand, I had the most special times with Marcel.

Being from Queensland, I particularly loved when Paris snowed. That was wonderful to experience with Marcel,” she says.

Looking back, Kerrie says she doesn’t have a magical answer to the ever-present challenge of juggling motherhood and a career, but, she simply says, it’s about managing your time, taking opportunities and being present in each moment.

“I think you can have it all but not at the same time. So pick your timeslots and be really present. So, when I am working, I am really focused and then, when I am not, I’m really present when I’m spending time with MarceI,” she says.

However, there are also the special times, on the rare occasions, when the two become one.

“There are magical moments when Marcel will come and draw next to me,” she smiles.

After living in London, Paris, Hong Kong

and Melbourne, Kerrie has found her way back home to Brisbane, where she grew up with her parents and older brother and sister.

“It’s so lovely to be back and it has changed so much. The Sunshine Coast is our favourite place to holiday and my spirit place,” she says.

“I LIKE TO DO ALL OF MY PAINTINGS IN THE MORNING WHEN I AM FEELING FRESH AND POSITIVE. I’VE HAD COFFEE AND MAYBE CHOCOLATE AND I AM IN THE BEST POSSIBLE MOOD THAT I CAN BE IN, AND THAT’S WHEN I LIKE TO BE CREATIVE.” “I quite like being in a quiet place and I’m a quiet person. I do remember there was a lot happening when I lived in Melbourne.

I like being in Brisbane, I don’t tend to get distracted by all the fashion events and I can stay in my world. And now the world is so different with Instagram and Facebook, I don’t think you have to live in Sydney or Melbourne because it is a different time compared to 10 years ago.”

As social media becomes an extension of our communication, it also acts as a tool to filter our own lives. Over time, it’s become a platform Kerrie uses to share behind-thescenes videos (her Instagram handle is @kerriehessillustration) with followers, to

give them a peek into her creative spaces.

But, behind the picture perfect, blush and soft gold hues of Kerrie’s feed, is a mother and wife.

“In all honesty, there is so much on Instagram that I don’t show much of my real life, like school pick ups, you know, the real regular things because I don’t think people follow me for that. But that is all part of my regular life.”

From painting couture gowns to wearing couture down the aisle, Kerrie met her now-husband, Peter, three years ago through mutual friends. Catching the sunlight in her studio is the stunning dress she wore to her wedding. It’s by couture designer George Wu – an off-the-shoulder gown with French lace fabric, layers upon layers of soft tulle and hand-embroidered flowers with petite swarovski crystals.

The pair tied the knot against a spring garden of vintage roses and peonies at Deux Belettes, in the Byron Bay hinterland, in November 2017.

“I did a photoshoot quite a few years ago at Deux Belettes, before I met Peter, and it was so beautiful and so romantic.

So I definitely ear-marked that spot even though I was single at the time,” says Kerrie.

“Marcel and I were a pair of two for six years, before Peter came into our lives three years ago. It’s really lovely to have met the person I am supposed to be with, but I also count those years just with Marcel as really special ones. They have made us both the people that we are today. My son Marcel gets along really well with Peter, they are like best friends and that was really important for me.”

The special day brings back many beautiful memories for Kerrie, that her gown now lives permanently in Kerrie’s studio – a strong muse helping her create these truly exceptional works of art.

“I like to do all of my paintings in the morning when I am feeling fresh and positive. I’ve had coffee and maybe chocolate and I am in the best possible mood that I can be in, and that’s when I like to be creative,” she says.

Last year, Kerrie focused on creating original art, before branching into phone cases, allowing all of us to take a little bit of Kerrie Hess with us – and perhaps a little of the city of love – whenever we leave the house.

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From designing dresses from crepe paper at eight years old, Judy Copley was destined for couture.

Her glamorous feminine designs have developed from a hobby into an international name and, for the first time, she’s launching her new Lake Como collection in the Big Apple.

My first glimpse of Judy Copley was in her her trade, watching and learning the skills Caloundra studio, intently leaning over a from the very best. mannequin, ever so delicately stitching “Mum worked in a bridal shop in beading onto red lace – lace that will Melbourne, making bridal gowns, and she evolve into the ‘it’ gown on any runway or taught me everything I needed to know.” red carpet event. A further glance around Like many creatives, Judy says the the studio and there’s pure laces, soft spotlight wasn’t for her and she found it tulle, satins and beaded fabric adorned difficult to put herself and her designs in effortlessly on mannequins standing around the limelight. the room or hanging, capturing the light.

“I had all these gowns I had created Sitting down with Judy was nothing and no platform for them,” she says. “I got a business doctor in and she said you short of a delight. Her calm nature with the underline of passion for design was evident have got to get out there, so I started networking, which I found wasn’t my as soon as she spoke of her ‘works of art’.

“Sometimes I leave them (gowns) for a favourite, but it’s fine now. I love it.”

Over the last 10 years, Judy decided to month and then come back and add to it... take her hobby it’s definitely art,” says Judy. seriously, building “I FEEL LIKE WE HAVE THE TALENT a business and a “I just start with name for herself an idea and it just HERE DEFINITELY, THERE ARE that’s recognised keeps evolving, I LOTS OF AMAZING DESIGNERS am not bound to nationally. Last ALREADY AND WOMEN WOULD any one idea.” year, her designs Judy Copley were snapped on LOVE MORE EVENTS AND the red carpet Couture, based FASHION SHOWS TO GO TO.” on the Sunshine at the Brownlow Medal ceremony, Coast, is today known for its one-off gowns made upon the Logies and ARIAs, and the TV Week request and sent worldwide, but achieving Logie Awards, with many social media that success wasn’t an easy feat. Judy has influencers and TV series commissioning to slowly climbed the fashion ladder from her be dressed by Judy Copley Couture. humble beginnings. Talented from an early “I have done the girls on the Bachelor age, eight year old Judy crafted her first show 2018. There are no boundaries for dress out of crepe paper. She was born in those dresses,” she says.

Adelaide, but soon moved to the Northern Glancing around Judy’s studio, it’s hard Territory where her childhood and skill to keep your eyes from wandering along flourished, before it truly excelled with the gowns lining the walls in lilac, peach and family’s move to Melbourne. ivory, all intricately adorned with glistening “Mum was very glamorous, so I was bead work. Each gown has a unique style, always around her, putting on ball gowns with soft lace eclipsing the floor and to go to balls. I just loved fashion and ostrich feathers protruding from the rack textiles and that just became something – it’s easy to see how each elaborate piece that I knew I had to do,” she says. takes months to create. Many designers Her creative upbringing led her to study sketch their creations on paper first, interior design, before she realised that instead Judy starts on the mannequin with fashion was more her style. So she began a small swatch of lace.

“When I create, I don’t usually buy one piece of lace and then just make a dress because then it lacks personality. I like to cut it up and mix it all together and then it becomes a unique piece,” she says.

“I will sketch a consult, but the pieces I have here I start on the mannequin and I don’t even know where it’s going to go.”

Sourcing fabrics from Melbourne and hand-selecting pure lace along her travels in France and Italy, she is well known for her original pieces, which are all made by hand, even down to the delicate beading and flower buds blooming along the train.

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“If I’m there (Paris) I buy a piece of lace and I create an original, sometimes I think I should have gotten more,” she laughs.

Judy’s couture gowns exude femininity and romance, with no detail overlooked in the process. Some designers focus on the materials, whereas, for Judy, “My designs show off the female form and accentuate female beauty. It’s relaxed but, also luxurious and elegant for a modern woman. I feel like beautiful women are lost in fabrics unless it works with them. You put on a dress to show your beauty, not to be hidden by a dress.”

The designs represent our coastal lifestyle, but also allow women to feel empowered and strong, something that is reflected in her own qualities. The last 30 years have been spent chasing and raising her children around the Sunshine Coast, before settling in Noosa. Now a grandmother twice over to Enzo and Aliyana, she laughs, correcting herself as ‘a working grandmother’.

“Little Enzo (2 years old) comes to the studio here and he is the director of fashion,” she says laughing.

While family comes first, the Coast is an incredible backyard to raise a household; however, when it comes to couture, it’s safe to say it’s the Nike to the Jimmy Choo. The Coast is experiencing exponential growth, and with growth comes the opportunity to give the fashion capitals a run for their money. But, right now, it’s a very limited lifestyle for the fashion hungry.

“I am still in that same situation where the Coast is an amazing place to be, but my business can’t get to the next level because it’s such a small place,” says Judy, looking towards her gowns.

“I have some brides who fly in from

Sydney because my pricing is awesome compared to the big designers. In my heart, I know if I went there I have a lot of potential.”

The Coast is home to many established and up and coming designers, there’s also some incredible fashion events, but they’re few and far between.

“I feel like we have the talent here definitely, there are lots of amazing designers already and women would love more events and fashion shows to go to… we just don’t seem to have enough of them and I guess that goes with not being in the city.”

“I FEEL LIKE BEAUTIFUL WOMEN ARE LOST IN FABRICS UNLESS IT WORKS WITH THEM. YOU PUT ON A DRESS TO SHOW YOUR BEAUTY, NOT TO BE HIDDEN BY A DRESS.” While our region may not host fashion week, Judy brought the glitz and glamour and a few big names to the Noosa Sofitel last year for her first runway event, Ethereal Romance, a show that displayed 30 of her bespoke gowns. It was a night that was not to be missed and, if you did, you’re in luck… there’s talk of another.

“I was able to show my work the way I wanted to show my work instead of being a part of other runways. So I locked that in and made it happen. I’m going to go bigger and better for the next show,” says Judy.

“I have stepped up a little and come out of my comfort zone a lot more. I think a lot

of designers are quiet people who create and I didn’t think I would book the Noosa Sofitel and put on a runway.”

While last year’s collection focused on pastels and angelic creations, this year there’s no holding Judy back. This month she’s flown her Lake Como collection to one of the world’s greatest fashion capitals, New York City.

“I did a shoot for Seattle Magazine and they asked for my crowns. We will do a shoot while I am over there and hopefully I book a lot of appointments,” says Judy.

Before leaving for the Big Apple, Judy gave Profile a look at her latest designs and what the women of New York can expect.

Like the name suggests the Lake Como collection offers romance, deep plunging necklines, feminine bodices and pure lace details with cut-outs, floating sleeves, fringing and peachy undertones.

Some designs are a little conservative, others tailored for the modern bride, but overall they show a woman’s rich beauty.

“The designs are still really Coastal, I feel, but brides want me to stock over there in New York. I feel like they love my coastal style,” says Judy.

It’s been three years in the making, but the hard work has paid off, taking the Sunshine Coast to the international runway.

“New York is a dream at the moment, I need to sew harder and faster to make it happen, because it costs a lot to lock my label in over there.”

As long as Judy is creating luxe gowns and even a few flirty lace jumpsuits… Milan, Paris and London might be next for the designer to conquer, taking her Coastal couture to the women of the world.

“I am going to keep aiming for the stars,” she says, smiling.

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Australia’s largest and longest running fashion-filled festival has recently rounded off its 23rd year.

The Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival turned the spotlight toward a slew of designers, both international and national, during the 10-day event, at Melbourne’s renowned Royal Exhibition Building.

From stylish streetwear, to the glitz and glamour of a state-of-the-art production of beauty workshops, shop the runway events, industry seminars, live entertainment and world-class runway shows of established and emerging designers, the Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival is simply the unmissable centre of fashion.

It was, quite essentially, a must-see extravaganza this year, with the theme, ‘power to the dreamers’, enhancing creativity, and encouraging passion and confidence, while connecting our vast Australian landscape to our ethics and clothing – features all clearly evident on the runway.

Australia’s leading designers took to the runway, including the likes of Aje, KitX and Dion Lee, each debuting carefully-curated show-stopping looks.

The runways showcased the best ready-towear collections, celebrating this season’s colours, forms and textures.

Runway one, presented by Vogue Australia and supported by Olay at Priceline Pharmacy, delivered a prestigious line-up, including Akira, Camilla and Marc, Scanlan and Theodore, and Martin Grant, along with Lee Mathews, Bassike, Dion Lee and KitX. Bianca Spender found stride on the runway with Brocade pants, sharpsculptured tailoring and asymmetric skirts.

However, oversized burgundy doublebreasted suits stole the show, paired with the same burgundy tone leatherette skirts or satin pants.

Scanlan and Theodore were also one to watch, offering a variety of textured fabrics. The bold patent-black trench coat paired with knee-length boots were softened with accoutrements like whimsical-white scarves to break up the heavy leather look.

“IT WAS, QUITE ESSENTIALLY, A MUST-SEE EXTRAVAGANZA THIS YEAR, WITH THE THEME, ‘POWER TO THE DREAMERS’, ENHANCING CREATIVITY, AND ENCOURAGING PASSION AND CONFIDENCE, WHILE CONNECTING OUR VAST AUSTRALIAN LANDSCAPE TO OUR ETHICS AND CLOTHING - FEATURES ALL CLEARLY EVIDENT ON THE RUNWAY.” While on Runway three, inspired by the fashion editorial pages of Harper’s Bazaar, a celebration of simplicity hung in the air, not to mention sophistication. Featuring the likes of Macgraw with camel coloured trench coats, midi tops worn over sheer pink blouses paired with caramel trench skirts, were a pleasant mix. While Aje produced khaki oversized jumpsuits and continued their striking feminin pin-striped suits adorned with large gold buckles.

Sophistication was one word to sum up Victoria and Woods, with head-to-toe flowing satin suits that took you on a trip to Tuscany.

A line up of unique, of-the-moment pieces saw Manning Cartell, Acler and Ginger & Smart effortlessly breeze down the runway with understated embellishments and flattering finishes.

While Rachel Gilbert’s latest collection twinkled and glinted down the runway with faultless evening gowns.

Continuing class and elegance was Australia’s most influential designer producing high end fashion with a proudly-distinct style.The Australian and Italian designer, Carla Zampatti, presented a classic-yet-modern collection for the Virgin Australia Grand Showcase. Having opened her own store in 1972, and dressing women for more than 50 years, Carla’s silhouettes that made her a household name rung true on the runway. The show opened with a classic Zampatti red – from tailored suits, off the shoulder dresses, working through to soft sky blue gowns and leopard and zebra prints incorporating a number of capes.

The designs came thick and fast to entertainment by Eurovision pop superstar Dami Im, supported by Nick Wales and Jonny Seymour, who together created the perfect atmosphere for Zampatti’s grace. At 76 years of age, Carla’s passion was evident as she checked off each model backstage. Live footage captured each moment and floated up onto the mainstage for the audience to see.

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“EVERY OPPORTUNITY WHERE I CAN TALK ABOUT HOW MY CAREER HAS HELPED EVOLVE THE FASHION INDUSTRY, OR EVERY TIME I WALK A RUNWAY, I’M PROVING THAT THERE IS A ‘NEW NORMAL’.”

ASHLEY TOLD VAMFF.

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“AT 76 YEARS OF AGE, CARLA’S PASSION WAS EVIDENT AS SHE CHECKED OFF EACH MODEL BACKSTAGE.”

about. Ashley’s influential presence in the modelling industry has reshaped the face of fashion around size, shape and defining beauty. Ashley has made waves for her curvy size 14 body shape, being named among Forbes’ coveted ‘30 Under 30’ and Time’s ‘100 Most Influential People in the Word’. It came as no surprise when Ashley took to the runway, demanding the audience’s attention wearing Misha Collection, Leo & Lin, Thurley, Jason Grech, Keepsake and Elliatt, along with Yeojin Bae and Asilio. The theme of the runway, which branched across the entire festival, came back to ‘power to the dreamers’, with the designs provoking and challenging the industry to pave their own paths and empower others through the force of fashion.

“Every opportunity where I can talk about how my career has helped evolve the fashion industry, or every time I walk a runway, I’m proving that there is a ‘new normal’,” Ashley told VAMFF. “We need to continue having these conversations and representation until fashion truly reflects the diverse world that we live in.” They are words that are shaping our world and image for the better.

The Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival didn’t disappoint with the runways from local designers having us running to the nearest shops for the ‘it’ looks of 2019 and, of course, the celebrity street style.

The likes of Myer model Elyse Knowles in double denim, Jesinta Franklin wearing an all-white boiler suit with emerald green pumps, Kate Waterhouse in a little white dress, to style ambassadors Rozalia Russian and Nadia Bartel sporting similar tan tones. Nadia was in a short suit and Rozalia wore a soft silk midi skirt and knit. Overall the 10-day extravagant event really did celebrate the very best of the incredible art that is fashion.

Zampatti wore a classic white crisp suit with fringing falling from the sleeves – fringing that was cast throughout the entire collection. While her latest collection was stunning, it was certainly not groundbreaking, nor was it cutting edge.

However, it was a timeless encapsulate of what will be, time in and time out – a collection you could wear for another five decades. As the lights dimmed, Carla Zampatti received an overwhelming standing ovation.

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The Profile team hits the streets of Melbourne to bring you the best style from the 23rd annual Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival – where style meets spirit. With summer coming to a close, VAMFF street style saw attendees breaking out in Autumn hues while simultaneously appreciating the last of the warmer weather.

CATIE WARREN “I’m wearing my beautiful Dior sling-back shoes, Camilla and Marc skirt, Scanlan and Theodore top and Chloé Tess bag. I am just loving nude-neutrals, I am really into that this season.”

KRISSIE ROGERS “This is actually a vintage dress from my mum from the 1980’s so I don’t even know what brand it is, with a Chanel boy bag and Witchery shoes. I wanted to embrace the print trend and make the most of dresses before winter comes.”

ANDREA DAGLIS “My dress is Camilla and Marc, bag Dior, shoes Coach sandals and Valentino sunglasses. I was going for a classic look and this blue is a bit different with a summer flavour. I love how it sinches at the waste, it’s comfortable to wear, it’s also flattering with the pleats.”

SUZANNE SUZETTE “I’m wearing one of my vintage hats, a Sass and Bide jacket over a dress from a vintage store, fishnet stockings with a European boot. I love coming and being inspired by others and I hope to inspire others to get out of their comfort zone. I think if you go to second hand stores you can have a good play around.”

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JULIA RITORTO “I’m wearing a luxe satin skirt and blouse lounge-wear style which is dropping in August. I wanted a comfy pajama vibe and look chic.”

KATHRYN FORTH “We are the Acler designers so it’s great to be at this event, it gets better and better. I’m a pants gal and I like to feel comfortable. This marigold colour is just dropping in stores and marigold is the biggest colour of the season.”

JESSICA HOCTOR-TURNER “I’m in a Victoria and Woods dress, Christian Louboutin heels and a YSL bag with Mimco accessories. I wanted something that was really feminine, all white and crisp. I like to dress a little bit more old school but it;s still on trend. It’s classic but you stand out as it’s timeless.”

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“I’m wearing all high-street Zara with Balenciaga boots and Celine sunglasses. I feel really 90s with a big oversized blazer and big shoulder pads, I feel really retro. I am loving it.”

“I’m wearing a top by Aje, black flare pants, shoes by Tube and bag is Sans Beast. I wanted to represent the brands that are going to be on the runway tonight.”

JESS DADOM “I’m also wearing Tube shoes, a Trelise Cooper red tutu skirt, a Victoria and Woods top. I always like to represent Australian labels particularly the smaller ones.”

BRODIE HARPER “This is a C/MEO Collective dress paired with Coach shoes and a Saint Moritz bag. I actually wanted to wear the bag so I picked the outfit around it.“

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FROM FASHION STUDENT TO

FESTIVAL FAVOURITE

AN EARLY PASSION FOR FASHION HAS BLOSSOMED INTO A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS VENTURE FOR FORMER TAFE AT SCHOOL STUDENT, CHLOE MURPHY. Sunshine Coast local Chloe Murphy has achieved her dream of becoming her own boss at just 20 years of age, after using the skills she developed at TAFE Queensland to combine her love of fashion with festival culture.

Chloe discovered she had a talent for fashion in year 10, when she began getting asked about her clothes by her friends.

Having always wanted to work for herself, Chloe realised she’d found the perfect business opportunity; however she lacked the skills to produce the quality of garments that she had in mind.

Chloe enrolled in a Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology, studying one day a week at TAFE Queensland’s Mooloolaba campus over the course of her two final years of high school. There she learned a range of skills she says were essential in helping her set up her business.

“I had already started my business while I was studying at TAFE Queensland, so I knew exactly what I wanted to learn and was able to ask my teachers the right questions,” Chloe said.

After graduating from high school and obtaining her certificate in 2015, Chloe began working in a costume store, sewing and doing repairs while she worked on building her business. She particularly enjoyed creating swimwear and playing

The course really helped me, not only with the quality control of my garments, but with putting garments through production and making multiples of the same style.

“Before I did the course, I had never used an industrial sewing machine. The course really helped me, not only with the quality control of my garments, but with putting garments through production and making multiples of the same style. It also taught me a lot about costing and things like digital fabric design.”

with fun fabrics and prints, with her designs heavily inspired by the coastal lifestyle and costume-like creativity of festival culture.

Deciding to play on these influences, Chloe began to sell her designs from stalls at music festivals, including Splendour in the Grass and Falls Festival, with her brand

Lionel the Label becoming popular with patrons looking to stand out from the crowd.

“I love festival culture and the glittery outfits, and at summer festivals, girls often wear just swimwear, so I felt this was my ideal demographic,” she said.

Chloe has since launched an online store, with the results of her hard work allowing her to focus on her business full time.

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business & industry

EXPERTS

STP – are you ready for it?

Single Touch Payroll (STP) is rolling out for ALL employers from July 1, 2019.

This means that no matter how many employees you have, you will need to submit each pay run to the ATO. Your accounting software should be ready to file the report with the ATO once you have completed each pay run.

SINGLE TOUCH PAYROLL: • Reports your tax and super information for each employee every time you file the pay run. This means that each pay run needs to be correct the first time, otherwise you will have to amend reports to the ATO. • You will not need to provide payment summaries to your employees as you will finalise the financial year payroll figures through STP, reporting directly to the ATO, using the finalisation declaration.

• It allows you to report your employees’ super liability information for the first time through the STP. The super funds will then report to the ATO once you have paid the super amount to your employee’s chosen/default super fund.

Do you have the accounting software that allows you to report STP to the ATO automatically? Now is the time to ensure that you are ready for STP if you have less than 20 employees. Employees exceeding 20 should already be reporting STP.

Balance for Better

Selling your house?

Last month we launched the In Conversation Series at Venue 114, with the vision to create awareness, educate, empower and strengthen the community.

The first of four In Conversation events took place on International Women’s Day and featured guest speaker, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Allison Baden-Clay Foundation Vanessa Fowler.

The conversations were raw and real, and we faced two realities – one that is incredibly harsh and one that is full of hope. The harsh reality is, one woman is lost to domestic violence every single week in Australia. If we come even closer to home on the Coast it becomes even more confronting. In the second half of last year, domestic violence service providers received almost 4000 calls for help. In addition to this, 761 women were referred for support by Queensland Police and 1066 women and 723 men went through Domestic Violence Court. So where is the hope you ask? I think there is a spark of hope in the fact that our government has allocated $328 million to combat domestic violence and there is even more hope when organisations like the Allison Baden-Clay Foundation focus on building a national community that acknowledges the prevalence of domestic and family violence.

If you need help, 24/7 support is available at DV Connect 1800 811 811.

Selling can be a stressful process and as we cannot predict the cycles in the market with certainty, there is an element of risk attached to every sale. In order to ease the stress, there are some thought processes to help clarify your thinking on how you would like to proceed.

• WHY am I thinking of selling?

Understanding the strength of your motivation is crucial – we’re far more likely to accept a change if we understand the reason for it, even if the reason doesn’t benefit us. Selling is as much an emotional process as it is a transactional one, this is the key place to start.

• WHAT do I hope to achieve by this sale? This should be considered in both emotional and financial terms – the anticipated outcome in terms of lifestyle or financial gain, is important to clarify so that the brain has a clear picture of what success looks like.

• WHAT is the market doing? Understanding the dynamics of the market help you get your head around anticipated gains or losses – whether the market is on the rise or on the fall is not relevant if you are buying back into the same market. This helps clear some of the stressful thoughts fogging your brain at the time of sale.

• WHEN is the right time for me to sell?

Moving is a life-changing decision; all things considered, the best time to sell is the time that’s best for you.

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How do I get new leads on Facebook?

Communication: Power of the Pause

Choosing the right family lawyer

Facebook is one of the largest databases in the world, which you have access to just as much as your competitors. It’s no surprise it’s utilised by most businesses as part of their marketing strategy.

There are two very separate parts to social media: Organic Content is when you post to your page. A mix of content that is regularly posted which gives your business an active presence and credibility. This is your showroom, where people that follow you can stay updated. This is not where you will get NEW leads that don’t already know about you. ‘Boosting’ posts is when you pay to show an Organic Content post to people outside of your followers, to reach new leads. It’s simple to do yourself, spend minimal dollars and is done by people dabbling with their own advertising. It results in a few more likes or leads.

Paid Advertising is where you create a specific advertising campaign, with a defined objective (increase followers, leads, conversions) with a series of ads that you test against each other.

You outline specific target audiences (based on various criteria). It’s ideal for businesses with marketing budgets looking to scale their business and attract new leads.

“The right word may be effective, but no word was ever as effective as a rightly timed pause.”

– Mark Twain Without pauses there is no space for us, as the listeners, to take on the depth of what someone is saying. The ‘Power of the Pause’ allows the speaker to connect with their own message on a deep emotive level. As speakers, we need to have this depth of connection so that our listeners feel the authenticity and we don’t sound rehearsed and disconnected.

Two main reasons that people don’t pause is that they are nervous and concerned they may look as though they don’t know their subject. In reality, a welltimed pause gives us space to think about what it is the speaker is sharing and an opportunity to reflect. When you’re speaking about experiences that matter to you, a pause ensures your words carry your message and convey your wisdom in a way that moves your listener.

If you find yourself tempted to fill the space with ums, ahs or words that tumble out… STOP. Connect consciously with your heart… PAUSE… and think of this time as a gift for others. Here’s to relaxing into your potential as you pause, speak from your heart and share your message!

Going through a divorce process is a profoundly personal journey. You will, no matter how strong you feel you are, go through ups and downs, good days and bad days – sometimes very bad days. The person you chose to guide you through the family law process is therefore a significant decision, personal to you.

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Whilst every person will approach their matter differently, some key themes emerge: • A personal referral from a friend or other professional can be important; • Their core values must be aligned with your values; • Trust and confidence is crucial; • The ability to provide a sense of calm or solidarity in a chaotic and complex environment is key; and • The ability to truly understand how you function as a person and how you respond to certain things.

It might take one or two times to find the right fit, and that’s okay. Just because you have been to see a family lawyer, doesn’t mean you are committed to that lawyer.

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Do you have a marketing calendar for the year?

Do you have a specific goal for each of your marketing efforts, and a way to measure your ROI? Do you know your ideal customer inside and out and where to find them?

YOUR BRAND. O O O

Does your branding accurately represent your business?

Does it speak to your target customer?

Are you proud of it?

YOUR EMAIL MARKETING. O O O

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Are you engaging with your audience regularly?

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VAMFF

MAKEUP

TRENDS

TO TRY

WORDS HAYLEY WRIGHT PHOTOS LUCAS DAWSON PHOTOGRAPHY

Renown for makeup trends blurring the line between classic beauty and cutting edge, the work of Sarah Laidlaw has been snapped across L’Oreal Paris campaigns, covers of Harper’s Bazaar and on the likes of golden girls Isla Fisher and Tina Arena. But under all the glamour, Sarah remains a Brisbane girl at heart, sharing the latest from VAMFF.

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As the Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival Makeup Director, Sarah has spent months planning and collaborating with stylists and designers to create the looks for each show – essentially setting the must-do trends for 2019.

“I have chosen a talented group of artists who I have utmost faith in – most of them have worked with me for a decade. It’s a high-pressure, fast-moving environment backstage and the artists need to be excellent at their craft, fast and calm. In between all the action, I’m also popping out to the Priceline suite and doing interviews. I love it,” smiles Sarah.

Transcending the runway, the French-girl red lip continues its reign this year, while soft blended tones of peach, mauve and SARAH BACKSTAGE WITH ONE caramel take you from day to evening. It’s OF THE VAMFF MODELS no surprise, the glitz of glitter has stepped up a level this season.

“It’s all about a simple clean makeup, Spending weekends on the Sunshine Coast, teamed with a striking classic red lip.

Sarah Laidlaw recalls fish and chips at Effortless but incredibly glamorous. ‘Muted Mooloolaba, swimming at Noosa while Tones’ were everywhere on the runways eating a Nitrogen icecream, and, by far her too. The same muted colour worn on the favorite, the Bellingham hedge maze at eyes, cheeks and lips at the same time.

Tanawha, as her home favourites.

It’s pretty and gentle and looks great on “It’s a star-shaped hedge maze at the everyone. We saw little hints of sparkle bottom of Buderim and I can pretend I’m last year, but this year it’s about a bold use in Europe in the 1800s for a of glitter. Think a swatch moment,” says Sarah. across the eyelid, along the “IT’S ALL ABOUT Sarah relocated about 11 cheekbone or even a full years ago to Sydney where glittery lip,” says Sarah. “So A SIMPLE CLEAN she built an impressive much fun!”

MAKEUP TEAMED career that spans 23 years As the trends cemented as a professional makeup themselves boldy across WITH A STRIKING artist, but Sarah shares each runway, the wonderful CLASSIC RED it was an unexpected diverse range of faces all LIP. EFFORTLESS discovery after finishing her showed a similar style with hairdressing apprenticeship, their own unique look.

BUT INCREDIBLY which turned into a deeply “An entire range of skin GLAMOROUS.” ingrained love affair. tones – so each look gets “I never expected that I a little made-to-measure would end up a makeup artist. I learned alteration to suit each model. Some shows from a lot of different artists over the were simple, streamlined looks aimed at years purely by watching, and found the showcasing each of the model’s natural love for how transformative makeup is, and beauty. Some shows were on-trend washes it became a fully-blown passion within a of colour or a swipe of striking red on the couple of years,” she says. lip. And some took it up a step into striking Sarah’s impressive skill set and down-toglittery makeups and creative applications. earth attitude has allowed her the freedom There was something for everyone.” to diversely work across editorial – Grazia For Sarah, her look is a little more Italia, Harper’s Bazaar, Yen, Singapore Harpers, understated – foundation, a lightly defined Fashion Quarterly, Instyle, Rolling Stone brow, mascara and lip balm and she takes Magazine and the list goes on. She’s worked her day time look into the evening, with soft on major fashion campaigns and closely beige-brown eyeshadow and a false lash. with Australian and Hollywood stars Lenny “A winged liner if I get really excited.

I find, as I age, too much makeup just Kravitz, Isla Fisher, Ladyhawke, Duffy, Delta doesn’t look good, but a lash is always my Goodrem, Jennifer Hawkins, Ruby Rose, go-to,” says Sarah.

Natalie Bassingthwaighte, Mel B and Pixie “Take care of your skin. Find the best Lott. Sarah’s ability and strength in both beauty products for your particular skin hair and beauty has become a sought after and use sunscreen. If your skin is looking its talent in the ever evolving industry, which best, you have so much more freedom to led her down the path of winning AHFA play with makeup.”

Australian Makeup Artist of the Year in 2017 A careful blend between subtle minimal and the MAGAP Australian Makeup Artist looks to radical transformations coupled of the Year in 2018. with her attention to detail and effortless “I think, though, when you can delivery, makes Sarah’s versatility a truly transform a woman’s self esteem by admirable quality in the ever-competitive showing her how beautiful she can look... and evolving industry. that is the most wonderful achievement of

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF

Kenneth Stoddart WORDS HAYLEY WRIGHT PHOTOS LUCAS DAWSON PHOTOGRAPHY

As the ‘it’ look hair trends for 2019 debuted at Melbourne fashion week last month, Profile caught up with VAMFF Hair Director Kenneth Stoddart. The born and bread Scotsman opens up about his career working alongside masters in fashion, all things hair and his return to Australia.

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There’s no rest for the Virgin Australia While he’s known as one of the best in Melbourne Fashion Festival Hair Director, the industry, he admits it wasn’t his first Kenneth Stoddart. After rising early and love. In his home town of Hawick, Scotland, joining the VAMFF Beauty Director for the main industry was woollen mills. breakfast, Kenneth is driven to the venue Deciding at a young age that the town to meet his team backstage. trade wasn’t for him, Kenneth moved to “I give a demo and a verbal briefing to Edinburgh where he studied music. my team and then, once the models start “I started as a pianist, but I knew that I arriving, it’s all hands on deck,” says Kenneth. wanted to do something creative,” he says.

His thick Scottish accent describes a day “I loved hair as my brother was a in the life of fashion week. hairdresser, and watching my mother and “The director’s job is to make sure that three elder sisters do their hair intrigued every team member is allocated something me. So I knew early on that this was based on their skill set and that there is no something I wanted to do.” ‘drama’ backstage.”

On Saturdays in a top hair salon in While there might be no ‘drama’, Edinburgh, Kenneth started working as an backstage is certainly a hive of activity, assistant for a little extra pocket money. with hair dryers humming, sprays spritzing Casual Saturdays moved into a full time and irons steaming over the chatter of apprenticeship, with anticipation. which Kenneth says, “I also like to check “I HAVE WORKED ‘the rest is history’. His every single model before ON FASHION SHOWS Scottish charisma and sending them to wardrobe hardworking ethics to make sure I am happy FOR MANY YEARS translates into his with the way they look.”

AND I STILL LOVE hairstyles and turned Then it’s go time!

WATCHING THE heads at VAMFF, but it’s The models are in their not without months of places, ready to glide MODELS WALKING across the stage with their planning and research to DOWN THE RUNWAY create the perfect look. effortless ease and longlegged grace, for all eyes to “The trends are worked AFTER ALL THE HARD on as far back as October devour the fashion trends WORK BACKSTAGE.” 2018. I keep a close eye on of 2019. But even then, there’s one last check over… the shows in Europe and from that I work out what the upcoming “Once lined up, I check every model trends in hair will be. I put together about before they enter the runway,” says 10 trends and Priceline (major VAMFF Kenneth. “After the first show is complete, sponsor) works out from that what the we run backstage to start all over again for the second show.” main trends will be.”

This never-ending cycle has Kenneth Across the the VAMFF runways, ladylike displaying confidence and ease, making hair, wet-look sleek styles, textured volume him a master in the industry. Professionally and natural waves flounced down the trained at Cheynes, Edinburgh, Kenneth catwalk. They were style trends many were continued his journey to Australia by pleased to see, itching to try and ready to working in leading salons, before turning make their own. They’re styles that are easily his attention to Milan and Paris, assisting replicated for the ‘do it yourself kind’ too. world-renown Guido Palau on the runway “Priceline puts together a beauty shows of fashion houses Valentino, Saint booklet which shows the public how Laurent, Louis Vuitton, Dior and Prada. It to recreate each look as well as which was his down-to-earth nature and passion products to use. There are several main that made him who he is today, working categories in hair products; for example, seamlessly on runway icons Miranda Kerr dry, wet, shine matte, volumizing, and Elle Macpherson before moving onto smoothing,” explains Kenneth. the stars… Kylie Minogue, Baz Luhrmann, “It’s extremely important for the hair to work with the clothing as the shows are a collection of different designers. The hair, although on trend, must work with each designer which means it can’t be the hero,” he says.

Celebrating his fifth year at VAMFF and as the Priceline Ambassador, Kenneth says backstage it’s like one big family. Working with familiar faces and coming together for a greater collective.

“I have worked on fashion shows for many years and I still love watching the models walking down the runway after all the hard work backstage,” says Kenneth.

It’s this passion and enviable trust that has catapulted his career, a man who I would describe as a cut above the rest, evident from the runway displays.

KENNETH BACKSTAGE WITH ONE OF THE VAMFF MODELS

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EXPERTS

Are your high heels comfortable?

Helping you reduce your child’s anxiety

Fabulous 40’s, or feeling old?

If you ever come across a podiatrist that tells you high heels are great for your feet – make a run for it. But we know that despite how much we beg and plea, those high heels are never going away. There’s something about how they elongate your legs, make those silk pants look a thousand times better and give you that much more confidence – it’s all a mystery to me!

While I don’t endorse wearing high heels, by any means, I’ve come to terms with reality and designed a new insert to mitigate the negative effects of heels.

These small inserts are thin, compact and can fit into almost any shoe with an enclosed back. What’s really cool is the way they work – they’re 3D printed and use the neuromechanical receptors in your feet to help balance out the way your body responds to the unusual shape of heels.

This can lead to far less pain, fewer foot problems and even improve your posture for a walk that flows naturally. They even come in a variety of different colours to match all your heels – allowing you to stay on trend while keeping your feet happy.

If children do not have a primary caregiver who can guide them through fearful emotions with patience, love and understanding, ultimately the child accesses the fight/flight/freeze mechanism in the brain which results in anxiety.

Firstly, tend to the emotion. This is often forgotten because we as parents/ caregivers go straight to problem solving mode. If the emotion attached to that need is not explored or understood by a primary caregiver, then children are left feeling confused and deserted which only increases their anxiety.

Secondly, offer alternative methods in exploring big emotions. Help your child allocate colours, animals, cartoon characters or songs to feelings. When your child is struggling to explain their emotions to you, pointing to a colour or cartoon character can be easier.

Thirdly, find a strategy to calm their mind and body. This could be an activity such as jumping on the trampoline, or a breathing exercise like Balloon Breath.

These tips, along with your patience and understanding will help build resilience and begin reducing your child’s anxiety.

You may resonate with the phrase you often hear, ‘my body fell apart once I hit 40!’. Well I am here to tell you, it doesn’t have to be so. By 40 years old, we feel like we have given our best to raising children, establishing a career, maintaining a home and relationships, running kids around like a taxi service, so much so, there’s not much left in the tank in terms of energy, nutrition and body preservation.

It’s always a good time to make some changes or additions to your life. One thing you may not have thought of is your spinal health! As a chiropractor, I am here to tell you a basic, but very powerful message: If there are any misalignments in your spine, it is equivalent to stepping on a hose while trying to water the garden. Your organs, the end supply of the electrical flow from your brain, to your spinal cord, to your nerves to every cell from your pinky toe to your ears must have good nerve supply or will not be fully functional. All those aches and pains of 40 they are not normal. They are a sign something is off kilter and I advise a regular spinal check to make sure you are feeling 40 and fabulous. Of course, health is more encompassing overall than that. Check out our website for more information or shoot me an email.

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TRIBE WORDS HAYLEY WRIGHT PHOTOS HELGA DALLA

Zenko Yoga founder and local Sunshine Coast businesswoman, Lauren Verona, is on a mission to spread the word of yoga.

Drawing on her many challenges and triumphs, Lauren encourages us to discover the healing power of yoga.

“YOGA HAS ALLOWED ME TO GET TO THIS PLACE. IT HAS KEPT ME OUT OF THE PAST AND ALLOWS ME TO SEE THE LIGHT IN THE DARK.”

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Lauren Verona is an influential advocate for a life of wellness and wisdom. After founding two successful yoga studios in Melbourne, Lauren made the shift to the Sunshine Coast and opened Zenko Yoga.

Operating out of Noosa and Buddina studios, Zenko Yoga is a welcome refuge for a loyal tribe of yogis thanks to an extensive schedule of classes as well as inspiring workshops. Amongst a loyal tribe of yogis at her Noosa and Buddina studios, Lauren is known for her joyful, playful approach to yoga and an endless supply of energy. But what many may not know about Lauren is the challenges and lessons that she had to learn along the way.

“One thing I know for sure is that the answer is always yoga,” says Lauren. “And it doesn’t really matter what the question is!”

After facing some big challenges and dark places following breakdowns in relationships and businesses, Lauren now feels ‘liberated beyond words’.

“Yoga has allowed me to get to this place. It has kept me out of the past and allows me to see the light in the dark.”

And the secret to success for this charismatic yoga teacher, speaker and business mentor? ‘Roll out your mat. Every single day!’

COMING BACK TO THE SIMPLE THINGS. Yoga helps us “do life” by turning away from feelings of always wanting more and needing to achieve more.

“It’s the simple moments that are the most profound. It’s when you connect with a loved one, it’s when you sit and meditate, after an amazing surf session or yoga class. These are the moments that bring us happiness and don’t come with any clutter,” says Lauren.

“Yoga is not something we should feel pressured to do so that we can be fixed... or get fit, or lose weight, or whatever it may be. Instead, yoga should simply be something that is part of daily life… like drinking water.”

SOLVING THE MODERN-DAY PROBLEM For Lauren, there is no problem…

“Ultimately, it’s our over-achieving, overanalytical minds that want us to believe that there is a big problem that we need to fix. That there is something so wrong with us, we must spend bucket loads of money and time to cure it,” says Lauren.

But it doesn’t have to be that complicated – by doing things that are good for you, it’s easy to be the best version of yourself.

“If you feel amazing when you are making time in your life for yoga then that is all you need to do,” she says.

“But if you’re mindlessly scrolling Instagram when you should be doing work, and then feeling awful about it; then catch yourself. Stop and come back to what feels good and you will find your deeper intention.”

This is how Lauren has witnessed yoga help so many people shake off the feeling that there is something wrong or some insurmountable problem to face.

“It can be confronting to give yourself time to go to a yoga class. We all know the guilt that comes with it. The story we tell ourselves that we’ve got too much to do and we’re too busy,” explains Lauren.

“We see this every day at the yoga studio.

If you move into a challenging pose, you may start to hear the conversation that goes on in your mind. Emotions bubble up and you tell yourself that it’s uncomfortable, that you need to stop, that you’re not as good as other people in the room. This is a direct mimic of how we deal with life.”

FINDING YOUR TRIBE Lauren acknowledges that it’s often a challenge to get to the studio.

“People come to the yoga classes for different reasons. Usually, it’s because they want to stretch, or maybe de-stress. But so often we find that people are looking for a way of reaching out and connecting,” says Lauren.

Lauren has tapped into the needs of many Sunshine Coast residents, particularly those who are new to the region, who are looking for like-minded others. Unlike big cities, the Coast is not about the nightclub lifestyle and most who come here are interested in a healthier way of life, and are looking for a healthier way to make connections.

“We attract a lot of people who want to find friends that share an interest in yoga, meditation, eating well and living consciously. We love to get together and share our collective knowledge with the tribe,” says Lauren.

“If your yoga practice can carry on through the day and stop you mindlessly checking social media, eating or drinking food that doesn’t serve you or staying in healthy relationships, then you are starting to tap into the bigger benefits that yoga brings.

“It won’t be long before you realise that the lessons that you learn in the studio can apply to everyday life. The more you practise, the stronger you get. Your mind becomes flexible, as well as your body, and eventually, you find your flow effortlessly, which will infiltrate all aspects of your life.

“Once you see this, you will see the way the world changes for you.”

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Are you looking to ditch your day-to-day routine and find zen? Profile speaks with a group of yogis to find out where they travel to get their Om on. Taking you around the world, these havens of health are designed to press refresh on your mind, body and soul. Namaste!

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VILLA SIMONA OASIS

SIMONA SANCTUARY Canggu, Bali Villa Simona Oasis lies between two rivers in the district of Canggu on Bali’s divine sunset coast. Escape into the cool calmness of award-winning Villa Simona Oasis, where its tropical Balinese villas and meandering estate’s lush gardens make an idyllic spot to relax and unwind.

You can soak in the stone-carved open-air jacuzzi or select from a tailored spa menu.

Release built up tension with a traditional Balinese massage or indulge in a full body scrub. The five-bedroom Villa Simona Oasis is an exquisite sanctuary and a superb yoga retreat venue, restoring focus and renewing energy.

FIVE DAY CREATIVITY AND MINDFULNESS RETREAT Ubud, Bali 7-11 June, 2019 Set in the warm, idyllic tranquillity of Ubud, Bali, this retreat provides a space for learning, reflection and restoration.

This retreat nurtures yogis to explore the role of creativity and mindfulness. Peel back the layers of tension and join this five-day retreat in the gentle beauty of Bali. The intention is to provide time and create space to restore energy and renew focus. For those not looking for solitude all day every day, you have the option to be around like-minded company while having the opportunity to rest, be pampered, explore Ubud and taste the delicious cuisine in the natural beauty of Bali.

BUDDHA RETREATS Wentworth Falls, NSW 28 June to 1 July 2019 Journey to Wentworth Falls for a three-day transformational retreat that dives into confronting and overcoming negative beliefs and energy, that might be keeping you in your comfort zone. Happy Buddha Retreats helps each individual access a new way of being, experience freedom and inner peace, embrace self-love and trust in yourself. Daily yoga classes help the body stretch away stress and tension, and declutter the busy mind with daily powerful meditation practices. At the end of the day, take time for you, and enjoy the cosy accommodation with breathtaking views of the mountains.

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YOGA AND MINDFULNESS Ajabgarh, Rajasthan India Until 31 March 2020 Escape to a secret garden estate in India’s rugged Aravalli Hills, and reconnect within the rose-pink, Mughal-inspired sanctuary that is Amanbagh. Yoga has been practiced for thousands of years, the physical, mental and spiritual practice originates from ancient India. Amanbagh’s minimum three-night Yoga and Mindfulness Immersion is tailored to the individual in every aspect – including nutrition.

Immersion programs include daily private yoga and mindfulness sessions, daily spa treatments, guided sunrise walks, a yoga session at Neelkanth Temple, a Sattvic cooking class, a Hawan fire meditation and a blessing ceremony.

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THE EVOLUTION OF THE

TERRACE HOME As the Sunshine Coast’s population starts to grow, so to are the number of homes being built from the ground up, but the popularity of terrace living has become greater than ever.

Vantage Homes shares the new styles, opportunities and importantly evolution with buying terraces.

THE MONROE

Terrace homes have become synonymous with inner city living, if you have had the pleasure of visiting Sydney or Melbourne.

They are one of the most sought after styles of homes and now have evolved, not to just suit city living, but to meet the needs and attitudes of our relaxed Sunshine Coast lifestyle.

The history of the terrace home dates back to the 1850s, where early terrace houses in Australia adopted quite a Georgian form; however, over the years the architecture has evolved to meet the Australian climate and lifestyle – capturing coastal breezes. And, just like your favourite pair of old jeans, terraces are back in style.

Let’s face it, no one wants to spend all their weekend mowing, weeding, or maintaining a property, especially on the Sunshine Coast where there’s so many amazing ways to enjoy your downtime. Although

a new small-lot home won’t remove all maintenance requirements, minimisation is guaranteed – less gardens to look after and no DIY improvement projects necessary.

Terrace homeowners can spend more time with family and friends, or enjoying the watersports, beaches, national parks, walking tracks, markets, restaurants and cafes, shopping precincts and other amazing lifestyle options the Sunshine Coast has to offer. One of the major benefits for buyers is that you no longer need a hefty mortgage to get into your own home, which means you will have more money to spend on the things you like.

Vantage Homes’ Terrace Collection designs represent the finest cosmopolitan, low-maintenance living available on the Sunshine Coast. Modern, functional and ontrend, with a high level of inclusions at an affordable price. A perfect balance between

space and ambiance ensures there’s always more than what meets the eye.

Combining clever use of space, versatile floor plans, sophistication and style, terrace homes are increasingly in demand on the property market across Australia and proving a popular choice with all age groups and demographics. With its Terrace Collection featuring award-winning designs, Vantage Homes Queensland can provide the perfect solution for a busy family, professionals or retirees. Easy to live in, and easy to lock up, and leave.

The Monroe represents cosmopolitan maintenance-free living on the Sunshine Coast. It’s also a two-story home that appeals to various demographics – first home owners, families and downsizers.

With airflow and natural light an essential component, the design also brings the outdoors in, to make the most of our

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balmy climate with the courtyard flowing seamlessly into the living area. The floor plan of the three-bedroom terrace house provides 211 square metres of living space within a width constraint of 6.5 metres.

The Sinatra brings the heart of Fitzroy living to the Sunshine Coast and has been built to make a brash statement – your home doesn’t have to be conventional, so think outside the box. Its raw, urban and industrial look includes a bold and strong façade combined with a unique open-floor plan providing 192 square metres of living space within a terrace home and is 4.5 metres wide.

“INCREDIBLY HARDWORKING, OUR ENTIRE TEAM MAKES US PROUD BY CONTINUALLY GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND TO ENSURE EVERY LITTLE DETAIL IS JUST RIGHT.”

The two-story Sinatra features a reclaimed exposed brick feature wall from floor to ceiling, exposed beam ceilings, cement feature wall and single-stringer stairs with metal balustrading in keeping with the theme.

It’s these types of homes that have been specially designed for not just the homeowners, but this lifestyle – allowing a terrace home to be stylish and uniquely Sunshine Coast.

“Incredibly hardworking, our entire team makes us proud by continually going above and beyond to ensure every little detail is just right. Our success is an absolute credit to all of our staff,” says Vantage Homes director Shane O’Brien.

So, with the new way of living cemented in the Sunshine Coast, where to from here?

Believe it or not, there are house and land packages on lots as small as 68m2 - yes, you read that right - and why not choose Vantage Homes? They have the awards to back them.

“We’re proud of our enviable reputation among Sunshine Coast builders and

are always grateful to receive industry recognition for our innovative designs and the quality of our workmanship,” says Vantage Homes sales manager Kate Mayne.

“We’re certainly no strangers to awards both designs featured collected four awards in 2018.”

VANTAGE HOMES 2018 AWARDS • Stockland Innovation and Affordability (House and Land Package) – Under $450,000 • Stockland Innovation and Affordability – Materials and Design • Stockland Best Small Lot Housing • Master Builders Award for best display home between $351,000-$450,000 If you think you can’t see yourself in a Terrace, then think again and visit the Vantage Terrace on Display at 2 Leslie Crescent, Aura, Caloundra West.

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STYLE

THAT SEL L S

WORDS HAYLEY WRIGHT PHOTOS PAULA BRENNAN

Home is not a place. It’s a feeling – a feeling that styling and staging company, Chez B Property Styling, strives to achieve for clients who are looking to sell their homes, furnishing a new abode or an investment property. Profile sits down with creative director Belinda Litster who shares her wealth of knowledge on the importance of style and space.

It takes just eight seconds for a potential buyer to decide if there is an emotional connection with your home. Speaking with Chez B creative director, Belinda Litster, she says you need to ask the question, ‘what story does your home tell’?

Belinda shares her journey of how she became a lover of finer things, developed a passion for styling and how she has always been a designer at heart.

“I have always had a love for furniture, design and interiors right from the young age of 10. I use to rearrange my parents furniture and on a monthly basis rearrange my room,” laughs Belinda. “It wasn’t until later in life that I realised the things I used to do as a young child have culminated into opening Chez B Property Styling.”

While Chez B has been operating for four years, Belinda’s experience spans 30, where she uses her creative style to transform homes.

“I have bought and sold a lot of properties over the last 30 plus years. I have seen the benefits of how a house can sell a lot faster by tapping into a buyers emotions by styling a property well and using furniture that suits

the character of the home and demographic buyer,” says Belinda.

Styling and staging properties is about telling a story through personal journey and style, and synonymously transitions homeowners to a new stage in their life.

“AT CHEZ B OUR AIM IS TO MAKE A HOUSE LOOK AND FEEL LIKE A HOME… STYLING CAN START TO LOOK A BIT SAME-SAME AND SO WE ALWAYS AIM FOR A POINT OF DIFFERENCE.” “We buy things other people want.

We want to capture the [property] photos beautifully. Then the client walks through the home and the agent is able to captivate that buyer. It’s about looking at the demographic of who will buy the home, and it’s marrying that with the style of the home.”

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While Belinda is inspired by French quicker and, more often than not, creates a higher price point. Belinda shares that only provincial style, each property is unique with its own story. That’s where Belinda 10 per cent of people can visualise a room steps in – drawing from modern, vintage when it is empty or cluttered – reinforcing and contemporary furniture while using the importance of how furniture creates original artworks, artisan decor pieces and feeling. soft furnishings.

“It’s really about creating the dream for “At Chez B our aim is to make a house the buyer, being able to walk into your home and feel there look and feel like a is nothing to do to home, not a display “A HOUSE GOES STALE IN home. Styling can it. I call it the ‘wow’ factor. You want start to look a bit THREE WEEKS OF IT BEING same-same so we the buyer to go, ON THE MARKET, SO THERE ‘Wow I can imagine always aim for a ARE NO SECOND CHANCES. myself living here’,” point of difference.

That comes through explains Belinda.

IT IS ABOUT SAVING YOUR “There is a saying our soft finishes.

MONEY… AND TAPPING INTO in the industry: The We use different investment to style floral lampshades THOSE BUYERS WHO CAN’T instead of beige VISUALISE AN EMPTY ROOM.” is actually better shades. We use a lot than your house staying on the of unique pieces, our market.” She adds, “You are 30 to 40 per accessories are in abundance; we use a lot cent more likely to sell your home in the of coffee table books,” she says. first two weeks of it being on the market, if Creating an emotional connection with potential buyers helps the home sell you get it styled.

“A house goes stale in three weeks of being on the market, so there are no second chances. It is about saving your money… and tapping into those buyers who can’t visualise an empty room.”

Styling a residence with luxe, pictureperfect pieces allows the client to feel a sense of confidence. But for those who have already sold and are looking to transform their home, Belinda also offers Styling to Stay – a wholesale shopping experience where you have Belinda’s oneon-one experience guiding you through making your selects.

“I’m really passionate about what I do and I believe in what I do. Chez B prides itself on an amazing customised styling service, we are not one size fits all and we tailor the individual style to the home and client.”

Styling homes from the Gold Coast, Brisbane and Sunshine Coast, the demand has never been greater for Belinda’s services. She’s even got a book in the pipeline to reveal her style-wisdom, but for now, she shares a few simple tips we can all incorporate into our homes.

“Always use a queen bed in a masterroom, don’t ever use a double. Use artwork, use an armchair if it will fit, a rug if it suits the style of the room and the larger the bedside lamps the better.”

A service and woman who takes the stress out of selling, transforming your home into timeless luxury.

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COCK TAILS Easter is the ultimate time of year when you can eat a Cadbury Easter bunny, gold Lindt rabbit or a packet of mini milk eggs all to yourself and no one is going to look twice. Profile has compiled a list of our favourite easy Easter cocktail recipes that you won’t want to keep to yourself!

DECADENT CHOCOLATE MARTINI

JAFFA JOY

COOL MINT

If you are looking for a simple chocolate fix, then look no further than the classic chocolate martini. Combine a cup of crushed ice, 1/oz chocolate syrup, 1/oz dark crème de cacao liqueur and 1/oz vodka, and then shake until smooth.

As the name suggests, this cocktail offers the right amount of citrus blend to your chocolate. Mix vodka, white crème de cacao and a splash of orange liqueur to ice and shake well. Enjoy served with a jaffa on the side.

An indulgent after-dinner delight; mix cream liqueur with chocolate vodka and green crème de menthe and you have a delicious and, not to mention, fresh dessert martini.

MOCHA MADNESS

FRIAR TUCK

If you are needing something with a bit more of a kick, why not add coffee? Shake coffee liqueur, kahlua, vanilla vodka and chocolate liqueur for the ultimate martini mocha.

A fun and fancy cocktail, mixing dark crème de cacao with hazelnut liqueur, frangelico and a dollop of cream. Shake it up and enjoy with friends!

Note: If you have any leftover chocolate from Easter try using it as a garnish or melt it down into a ganache, adding crème, which, makes a richer alternative to chocolate syrup. Enjoy!

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HAVE YOUR CAKE AND EAT IT TOO

It’s hard to ignore the growing anti-sugar movement, with guilt-free raw treats becoming a ‘sweeter’ alternative. Founder of Rawr on the Sunshine Coast, Jasmin Smith, shares her raw journey to scrumptious slices and how you can have your cake and eat it too.

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Everything Jasmin Smith has ever done has “I couldn’t give Rawr my 100 per cent and revolved around creativity and passion.

I think, in business, you need to give it your “All my businesses have grown from an 100 per cent.” interest or hobby,” she says with a laugh.

To help her develop her business, she Over the years, Jasmin has dabbled in approached Iconic Empires business coach photography, studying and working as a and Profile Magazine Founder, Genine beautician and even an established model.

Howard, who taught her how to grow and “I got to the point where I was living off develop her business. modelling and Instagram. I loved it as I am “I am just flatlining, I can’t grow the creative but in the industry it kind of went business any more, I am doing everything I down hill. My agency pulled me in and said can but there’s nothing more I can do, but it I needed to lose more weight, I was around needs to grow. So I started up with Genine 56 kg and I was around 6ft tall. I didn’t think and, from day one, things got better and I could drop any more weight, I am not better. Even for my self-development, I naturally a stick,” explains Jasmin. started caring for myself whereas before I “I decided not to model, I started not was just a workhorse and that reflected in caring, I became really tough and decided my health,” says Jasmin. to do what feels good for me… I became “I would have moments where I would a vegan.” stick to looking after myself, but then I This was the catalyst for Jasmin to start would get back making desserts into a bad routine, that catered for which is when I “WHEN I WAS VEGAN I celiacs and vegans. got really sick. In “I love desserts COULDN’T EAT ANY OF IT, SO, November 2017, I and sweets. I grew I THOUGHT, WHY DON’T I TRY had an emergency up baking with surgery for a 15 MAKING UP SOME RECIPES my nanna and I centimetres cyst was always in the THAT DON’T HAVE MILK AND on my ovary. It kitchen licking the EGG, AND INSTEAD WITH scared me and it spoon,” she says was a big wake up laughing. “I am a WHOLE INGREDIENTS.” call. But then I got sucker for sweets!” busy again...”

“When I was After two more emergency surgeries for vegan I couldn’t eat any of it, so, I thought, another two cysts, and bedridden for three why don’t I try making up some recipes that months, Jasmin’s body was at breaking point. don’t have milk and egg, and instead with “I do not need to be working in my whole ingredients. business, I need to stick to my strength “This is where my creativeness comes and my strength is being creative. So now I into it, I would look at recipes and then don’t work in the business I just work on it,” change them to be healthy. With the raw says Jasmin. foods, we have done a Snickers, a Mars Bar, “We have rebranded from Rawr Foods a Twix and lamingtons. We make everything to Rawr with new take-home boxes to hold that is naughty into a healthier version.” up to eight slices. I do also want to start the Jasmin explains the process to make wholesale business again.” raw foods isn’t easy. Lots of trial and error As Jasmin’s full attention turns back endured, working out what ratios worked towards what she loves and enjoys, best and how long they would take to which is experimenting and creating new melt. From posting them on Facebook and delicious raw treats, she has learnt to trust Instagram, the raw movement upswelled, her staff and listen to her body to keep with people asking her how to make them. on producing a dessert that is very much “I still haven’t told anyone any of my handmade with love. recipes, my cakes are like science, it is top secret. They are all gluten free, all vegan we only use whole ingredients, nuts, coconut products, buckwheat, there is no processed ingredients going into the treats. We make all of our chocolate going into the treats as well.”

Jasmin was approached by cafes to stock her raw treats, and so developed her wholesale business, Rawr Foods. Over the course of five years, Jasmin was baking for up to 40 stockists as far as Yeppoon. But starting the business wasn’t handed to her on a silver platter.

“I worked on nothing, built it up and saved for everything I have bought. So it took quite a while, but we got there in the end.”

As the business expanded, Jasmin opened One Block Back, in Moffat Beach, which is exclusive to her raw treats. As the business gained a following, Jasmin invested all her

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Cunning CULINARIES From Gympie, Maroochydore to Caloundra, our region is home to some of the freshest produce used to create mouth watering dishes. Whether it’s traditional Italian, Asian-infused cuisine or a hearty burger, the Coast knows how to deliver dishes from paddock to plate. Profile serves up our foodie favourites for you to bite into.

AGNELLO (LAMB) PIZZA Slow roasted victorian pulled lamb shoulder, Greek feta, oven roasted capsicum, Spanish onion and finished with fresh rocquette and house-made tzatziki With over 25 years at the forefront of the hospitality industry, All’ Antica offers some of the best Italian cuisine on the Sunshine Coast. The rich flavours of Italy are imminent upon your first bite of the Agnello Pizza. The best part about dining at All’ Antica is if you can’t 2019 AND 2018 decide what to order, why not share? The fully WINNER OF licenced venue boasts a plethora of traditional dishes using the best locally sourced produce – AUSTRALIAN GOOD a flavoursome and fulfilling dining experience.

FOOD GUIDE BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT ALL’ ANTICA SUNSHINE 3/115 POINT CARTWRIGHT DRIVE, BUDDINA COAST

PHONE: 5444 0988 ALLANTICA.COM.AU

FINGER LIME MOUSSE Finger lime bavarois with longans, dragonfruit, vanilla and grated coconut Since September 2010, Thomas Corner Eatery has wowed the public with their fresh, industrial dining experience along Noosa River. The restaurant presents a variety of wholesome meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner with locally grown cuisine and their desserts are mouth-watering. The contemporary and easy-going vibe only adds to the quality of Thomas Corner.

THOMAS CORNER EATERY 1/201 GYMPIE TERRACE, NOOSAVILLE PHONE: 5470 2224 THOMASCORNER.COM.AU

PORK BELLY Twice cooked pork belly, sweet and sour, roasted rice Corbins is a dream that brother/sister duo Jake and Alicia Pregnell developed through a mutual love of food, but not just any food – mindblowing, exotic, thought-provoking food. Corbins brings together Alicia’s extensive travels and Jake’s all-encompassing culinary experience in what has become one of the leading Asian-fusion destinations on the Sunny Coast. Open Tuesday to Saturday, from 11am to late.

CORBINS 34 DUPORTH AVENUE, MAROOCHYDORE PHONE: 5326 1022 CORBINS.COM.AU

Pea, zucchini and chickpea pattie, pumpkin hummus, spinach, crumbed halloumi and red pepper aioli on a toasted charcoal bun Riba Kai has a long reputation here on the Coast for being one of the best eateries in town and their new location at The Concept has seen them raise the bar beautifully.

Inhale the aromas from inside the Vincenza Coffee roastery, as you sip on a freshly made brew, or perhaps it’s time for a wine! Regardless, the menu boasts a fresh spin on traditional breakfast and lunch offerings, making it the perfect spot for your next meal.

RIBA KAI 1/14 NEWSPAPER PLACE, MAROOCHYDORE PHONE: 5443 9098 THECONCEPTMAROOCHYDORE.COM.AU

SPICE CONFIT DUCK TAPAS Spice confit duck with roast pumpkin, burnt orange caramel and sweet potato crisps Ba Vigo opened its doors in October 2004, after owner/chef Nick Belton and his wife Louise decided it was time to share their love for Spanish culture and the Sunshine Coast through food. Specialising in modern Spanish cuisine, chef Nick Belton draws on his extensive knowledge of Spanish and North African fare, combined with fresh local produce to create a unique dining experience in a relaxed elegant setting.

BA VIGO 3/27 COTTON TREE PARADE, MAROOCHYDORE PHONE: 5479 1000 BAVIGO.COM.AU

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BUN BOWLS SERVES 4

100g fine rice vermicelli 2 carrots, finely shredded 2 Lebanese cucumbers, finely shredded 1 cup (160g) bean sprouts 1 cup (20g) coriander sprigs 2 tablespoons fried shallots

LEMONGRASS CHICKEN 2 lemongrass stems, pale part only, finely chopped 1 tablespoon chopped coriander root 2 tablespoons coconut water 2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 teaspoon coconut sugar 1 tablespoon extra-virgin coconut oil, melted 2 chicken breast fillets, sliced

DRESSING 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce 2 tablespoons lime juice To make the lemongrass chicken, pound the lemongrass and coriander root to a paste using a mortar and pestle. Transfer to a shallow dish, add the coconut water, fish sauce, sugar and oil and mix well. Add the chicken and turn to coat in the marinade.

Cover and refrigerate overnight or as long as time permits.

Whisk the dressing ingredients with 1/3 cup of water in a jug. Add the cucumber and carrot and allow to pickle while you cook the chicken.

Return the chicken to room temperature 30 minutes before cooking. Drain the chicken and pat dry with paper towel.

Heat a barbecue grill to medium-hot.

Chargrill the chicken for 10 minutes, until tender and cooked through (alternatively, cook under a grill or in a chargrill pan).

Meanwhile, pour boiling water over the vermicelli and allow to stand for 10 minutes, until soft—drain well.

Pile the vermicelli onto a platter, top with the chicken, carrot, cucumber, sprouts, coriander and fried shallots. Drizzle the dressing over the top and serve.

VEGAN CHOC PEANU T BU T TER CAKE 1 cup (100g) almond meal 1 cup (100g) desiccated coconut 1⁄2 cup (125g) coconut sugar 1⁄2 cup (85g) cacao powder 3 tablespoons buckwheat flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 tablespoons chia seeds 2 teaspoons peanut butter or hulled tahini 1 cup mashed ripe banana (about 3 small bananas) 1 cup (250ml) coconut water

centre (it will be slightly moist because of the nature of the cake).

Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the tin before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

To make the topping, place the banana, cacao, maple syrup and tahini into a food processor and process until smooth and creamy.

Spread over the cooled cake, top with the flaked coconut and drizzle with the maple syrup.

RECIPES AND IMAGES FROM THE YOGIC KITCHEN BY JODY VASSALLO (HQ NON FICTION, RRP $39.99)

TOPPING 1 ripe banana 2 tablespoons cacao 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon hulled tahini Flaked coconut, to serve Maple syrup, to serve Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease and line a heartshaped cake tin or 22cm springform tin with baking paper.

Place the almond meal, coconut, coconut sugar, cacao, buckwheat flour, baking powder and chia seeds into a bowl and stir to combine.

Combine the peanut butter, banana and coconut water, then fold into the dry ingredients.

Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin and bake for 40-50 minutes or until a skewer comes out mostly clean when inserted in the

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Citadines

ON BOURKE

WORDS HAYLEY WRIGHT PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED

ONE BEDROOM EXECUTIVE, LIVING ROOM

Next time you intend to travel to Melbourne for business or leisure, check into Citadines on Bourke – the Apart’ hotel is a place of comfort and quite essentially a home away from home while you discover what the capital of Victoria has to offer.

Wherever you travel, it’s imperative your stay is as comfortable as possible. Well, from the minute you walk into the lobby of Citadine Apart’ hotel, the wide-smiled staff have you covered. The award-winning Citadines on Bourke is the epitome of Melbourne, vibrant, stylish and ever so

modern. Located in the heart of the city, the Apart’ hotel is in the perfect location to experience the most livable city the country has to offer. With a wide range of apartments to suit your every style and need to make your stay in the city easy.

It’s a short tram ride from Southern Cross Station, after a quick two-hour flight from the Sunshine Coast, so it’s no hassle getting to your accommodation, situated on bustling Bourke Street.

The rooms are spacious, modern, and offer a sense of homeliness with the small touches. Acting Residence Manager Mark Hibberd says what sets this hotel apart is its top-tier comfort.

“We offer flexibility, if someone wants to stay a bit longer they have all the options,

there’s a fridge, microwave, cook top, extra storage than a normal hotel,” says Mark.

“It’s a home away from home – a catch phrase but that’s really what it is. We want to make people feel like they are at home.”

The Apart’ hotel offers modern furnishings, from the charcoal bathrooms, crisp kitchenette, light flooring and endless city views. The spacious design allows your stay to be smooth, easy and relaxing.

With 380 serviced apartments, each with a fully equipped and modern kitchenette, you have the privacy of your own apartment while enjoying the conveniences of the hotel perks.

“This is a Two Bedroom Executive, a spacious two bed and two bath, so great for a family. The Two Bedroom Deluxe

“WITH CITADINES APART’ HOTEL, EVERY CHECKIN IS A GATEWAY TO DISCOVERY, AND EVERY CHECKOUT MARKS THE COMPLETION OF ANOTHER ALBUM OF MEMORIES.”

CITY VIEW FROM CITADINES ON BOURKE

rooms are great for girls getaway or boys coming down for the football. The Studio Executive has incredible views, a few extra amenities and will soon have espresso machines,” explains Mark, giving Profile a tour of the hotel.

“There’s a really nice fully-equipped gym, indoor 15 metre pool, sauna and outdoor courtyard, as well as conference and meeting rooms, and complimentary wireless internet.”

The Apart’ hotel is in the perfect location, allowing guests to enjoy some retail therapy along Bourke Street Mall, Emporium Melbourne, Queen Victoria Building and Melbourne Central. Or you can relax and take a culinary journey with the finest dining experiences just a 10 minute walk away on Flinders Street. If you are on business, the CBD is on your doorstep. You can also discover the magic of Melbourne Cricket Ground and Etihad Stadium with the Australian Football League (AFL), cricket, tennis, as well as world-class concerts at Rod Laver Arena.

Compliment your travel plans with the best living experience, but you don’t have to limit yourself to just Melbourne. The award winning serviced apartments extend to more

than 300 properties, in more than 100 cities spanning 25 countries, including America, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Gulf region.

The accommodation, while it’s only nine years young, continues to update and stay fresh. Just this month, the grand lobby has completed its refurbishment, allowing guests to embrace the space, whether it be to have a coffee, catch up on emails or wait for a cab.

“The lobby has been refurbished, just finished this month, offering a contemporary and cosy feel. It will improve the warmth and usability of the space. We want to make it a practical space for guests to relax or do business. It has a different feel about it now, with computers, charging ports and comfortable lounges,” says Mark.

Be it a long weekend, girls getaway, business or extended stay, with Citadines Apart’ hotel you are assured to be in a prime location ready to experience the coastal city.

‘With Citadines Apart’ hotel, every check-in is a gateway to discovery, and every checkout marks the completion of another album of memories.’

After one stay, you will be booking time and time again.

APARTMENT FEATURES • Complimentary Wi-Fi internet • Fully-equipped kitchenette • Fully-equipped gymnasium • Indoor heated lap pool • Outdoor sundeck • Sauna room • Self-service launderette

BUSINESS MATTERS • Television/DVD/CD/iPod player • Business Corner • Meeting/Function rooms

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE • 24-hour Reception • 24-hour security • Daily housekeeping service

CITADINES ON BOURKE MELBOURNE 131-135 BOURKE STREET, MELBOURNE P: 03 9039 8888 E: ENQUIRY.AUSTRALIA@CITADINES.COM FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 1800 766 377

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Discovering Melbourne:

EVERY NOOK AND CRANNY

NAKED FOR SATAN. PHOTO FROM VISIT VICTORIA

When was the last time you took yourself on a weekend away to Melbourne? With frequent flights from the Sunshine Coast, it’s never been easier to jet off to the coastal capital – renown for its coffee and wine. So here’s what to see and do on your next weekend escape.

SATURDAY There’s no better way to start your morning than with a freshly brewed cup of coffee, and it won’t surprise you that Melbourne is the coffee capital when it comes to brewing the perfect cuppa. If you aren’t the coffee connoisseur, then head down to Proud Mary and enjoy a free tasting, teaching you the different styles and blends of coffee. After your fix, what about a spot of shopping along bustling James Street Mall or Flinders Lane, home to the creative elite, or Chapel Street, which has one of the liveliest al fresco cultures in Melbourne. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, a quick tram ride or walk away is Cutler and Co., where you can linger over a long lunch, tasting contemporary cuisine that has been described as faultless and impeccable.

SATURDAY NIGHT Melbourne is awash with quality cafes, bars and restaurants, so why not kick off your night with the tastes of Italy that can be savoured at Ca De Vin. Enter through

large wrought iron gates and feast while dining is an alleyway lit by candle light.

Or head straight to popular Lygon Street for a plethora of authentic Italian cuisine.

If you love creative seafood, head to Iki-Jime for striking creations involving oysters, mackerel, lobster and Moreton Bay bugs. But, don’t slide into a food coma as the night is still young… head out for a cocktail at 1806, where the menu gives you a history lesson of the fine art that dates back to the 19th century. One of the more popular places is Naked for Satan, where you can enjoy spanish pintxos and beverages on the unbeatable rooftop terrace to catch the city lights. If you are looking for something a little more entertaining, venture to Melbourne’s East End Theatre District and grab tickets to a show! Her Majesty’s Theatre is not only a stunning building, constructed in 1886, but is a picture perfect way to end a night.

After all this eating and drinking, rest your feet and head on up to A-class style, United Places Botanic Gardens, which showcases a greener side to this bustling city.

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HER MAJESTY’S THEATRE, MELBOURNE . PHOTO FROM VISIT VICTORIA

SUNDAY On your last day, there is plenty to see and do. If you aren’t into big day trips then roam around the city, soaking up the sunshine and atmosphere from the Botanical Gardens, or explore Melbourne’s 100 galleries, ranging from small studios to the National Gallery of Victoria. Continue your journey, capturing the array of street art Melbourne is famous for. One of the most celebrated and must-see laneways is Hosier Lane, drawing crowds snapping up the edgy graffiti and art installations. If you had managed to fit all this in on your first day, then why not a bigger day trip out to the outskirts of the city. Jump on a wine tour to the Yarra Valley, visiting some of the best gourmet producers and world-renown wineries Australia has to offer. Mornington Peninsula Red Hill Estate has picturesque views and divine wine; the Pinot Noir and Shiraz are highly recommended. You could always do a day trip adventure to see the spectacular 12 Apostles along the Great Ocean Road. However, if Melbourne has worn you out, why not enjoy Peninsula Hot Springs to indulge, relax and reconnect before heading back to the Sunshine State.

GREAT OCEAN WALK. PHOTO FROM VISIT VICTORIA

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QPAC PRESENTS

Cinderella PHOTO DYLAN EVANS

This April, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) brings to the stage Cinderella, but not as you know it! This is a modern retelling of the much-loved fairytale. Filled with glittering magic and awkward affection, audiences will be laughing along to this funny romantic comedy.

In an exciting first production from new theatre collective MYTHS MADE HERE, Cinderella will have audiences experiencing a funny first date like no other in QPAC’s Cremorne Theatre. There’s the midnight curfew, there’s a shoe and there’s a beautiful transformation, but this Cinderella is not about princes and princesses. This Cinderella is about a single woman trying to go on a halfdecent date, and a single guy who has an unreasonable fear of not being heard over loud music in bars. The play follows Ashley, a single woman in her 30s who flees from a blind date, to find herself with Ash, a reclusive fellow who has found her missing shoe. Starring performers Amy Ingram and Thomas Larkin, who follow the clever storyline by award-winning Australian playwright, actor and filmmaker Matthew Whittet. Cinderella is a poignant romantic comedy for anyone who has been in the dating game. Cinderella Director and MYTHS MADE HERE Co Director Daniel Evans says, like the original fairytale, this Cinderella is a story about how love can be found in the strangest places.

“Myths have been told for generations, the one about the prince with the missing shoe is one of the most universally known. The entire story takes place over one night - on an accidental blind date - as two nervous singles careen towards a looming midnight curfew,” says Daniel.

Don’t miss out on securing seats for this thoughtprovoking take on Cinderella.

WHEN: 26 APRIL TO 5 MAY 2019 WHERE: CREMORNE THEATRE, QPAC, SOUTH BANK, CULTURAL CENTRE, BRISBANE BOOKINGS: QPAC.COM.AU OR 136 246

Mr Fox

LEAPS ONTO THE QPAC STAGE ILLUSTRATION QUENTIN BLAKE

Roald Dahl’s much-loved Fantastic Mr Fox will leap off the page and onto the Queensland Performing Arts Centre’s (QPAC) Playhouse stage in another thrilling production overflowing with cunning plans, explosions and chases, not to mention mischief, mayhem and humongous belly laughs.

Published in 1970, Dahl’s hilarious wit remains on full display in Fantastic Mr Fox, an action-thriller-suspense-comedy presented by shake & stir theatre co and QPAC. Mr Fox lives in the wood, under a hole, under a huge tree, with Mrs Fox and their small Fox family. Every night, Mr Fox leaves the hole to steal food from three horrible farmers – Boggis, Bunce and Bean – one fat, one short, one lean. The three greedy farmers concoct a plan to catch Mr Fox, but no-one outfoxes a fox! This Easter holiday, join Mr Fox and his team of furry friends as they bounce, burrow and bewilder their way to safety. Featuring some of Queensland’s best comic actors, including Johnny Balbuziente, Leon Cain, Tim Dashwood, Nelle Lee, Nick Skubij and Gemma Willing, the cast’s personal love of Roald Dahl and Fantastic Mr Fox will create true magic on stage – perfect for all ages.

“The beating heart of the story is the importance of friendship and family, and the reminder that when we work together, anything can be accomplished,” says Co-Artistic Director shake & stir, Ross Balbuziente Fantastic Mr Fox promises to transport audiences deep underground and back to the earth’s crust, in time for dinner. You’ve read the book, seen the movie – now experience this world premiere stage adaptation.

WHEN: 11–20 APRIL 2019 WHERE: PLAYHOUSE, QPAC SOUTH BANK, CULTURAL CENTRE, BRISBANE BOOKING: QPAC.COM.AU 136 246

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THE DESIGNERS’ GUIDE:

EASTON PEARSON ARCHIVE The storytellers of Australian fashion, Pamela Easton and Lydia Pearson are the founders of arguably Brisbane’s most successful design company, Easton Pearson. The label spanning 28 years is on display, in a first major exhibition, by Museum of Brisbane.

Designed to inspire – yellow embellished coats, intricately sequined jackets and meticulous daring patterns is how you describe the Easton Pearson archives at the Museum of Brisbane (MoB). Technical, creative and groundbreaking designs influenced by travel, film and literature have graced catwalks across the globe, allowing women anywhere in the world access to our Queensland lifestyle. The Designers’ Guide: Easton Pearson Archive explores the impact of internationally-acclaimed fashion house, Easton Pearson, and how the brand influenced Australia’s fashion history. The pieces in the archive were selected from the fashion house’s collections – collections that flourished for 28 years. Museum of Brisbane Chair Sallyanne Atkinson AO says the archive comprises of more than 3300

garments and more than 5000 objects, accessories and ephemera, making it the largest collection from a single Australian fashion house, held by a public art gallery or museum.

“THROUGH THEIR BRIGHT, BOLDLY-PATTERNED AND ECLECTICALLY EMBELLISHED DESIGNS, THEY INVITED WOMEN ACROSS THE GLOBE TO ENJOY OUR BEAUTIFUL BRISBANE LIFESTYLE AND DEVELOPED A CULT FOLLOWING THAT CONTINUES TODAY.”

“From their base in Brisbane, Easton Pearson took their unique designs to the world, showing in Paris from 1997 and stocked by Browns in London, New York’s Bergdorf Goodman, L’Eclaireur in Paris, Joyce in Hong Kong and David Jones across Australia, as well as Japan, Italy and the Middle East,” she says.

This energetic exhibition also reveals the leading role Easton Pearson played at the forefront of slow fashion and the companies role in ethical manufacturing working with artists and artisans across India and Vietnam to ensure good conditions, fair pay and respectful collaborations.

“Through their bright, boldly-patterned and eclectically embellished designs, they invited women across the globe to

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enjoy our beautiful Brisbane lifestyle and developed a cult following that continues today,” says Sallyanne.

Complimenting the designs around MoB are sketches, accessories, look books, photographs and runway footage along with interviews from designers, Pamela Easton and Lydia Pearson, for fashionistas to look back through the ages. The complete collection of signature garments was gifted to MoB by Brisbane philanthropist and contemporary art patron Dr Paul Eliadis in 2017. MoB Director Renai Grace says the museum has been preparing for The Designers’ Guide: Easton Pearson Archive since receiving the collection two years ago.

“Pamela Easton and Lydia Pearson were the storytellers of Australian fashion. Their unique approach referenced art, travel, film, literature and music to create a bold aesthetic characterised by daring patterns, innovative materials, meticulous techniques and a sustainable ethos,” says Grace.

“Their designs remain cutting-edge, even today, due to Easton Pearson’s experimental, demi-couture processes and their passion for creating bespoke textiles, prints and embellishments as diverse as champagne bottle tops, raffia, silver thread and sequins, copper

A passionate love triangle brews in the heightened aftermath of WWII, where enmity and grief give way to passion and betrayal. chain, felt, feathers and beads of almost every variety.”

It’s no wonder the exhibition has been received greatly, many enjoying walking through the evolution from when the label launched in 1988 to its close in 2016.

“Due to the richness of the resources we have in the archive, this exhibition is a deep-dive into their processes and approach. It will allow visitors to truly appreciate the intersection of art, fashion and culture and the techniques, some thousands of years old, that were adapted and explored by Easton Pearson,” says Grace.

Located in City Hall, the museum is part of the living history of the city, examining how Brisbane and its community change over time.

“The Designers’ Guide: Easton Pearson Archive is an inspiring experience for all lovers of fashion and an eye-opening one for those wanting to know more about the role of fashion in art, craft, design and culture,” says Grace.

Get in quick to see this glittering fashion archive which is open until the 22nd of this month.

WHEN: 1-22 APRIL WHERE: MUSEUM OF BRISBANE, CITY HALL BOOKINGS: MUSEUMOFBRISBANE.COM.AU

Set in postwar Germany in 1946, the wife of a British Colonel arrives in the ruins of Hamburg in the bitter winter to be reunited with her husband. She quickly learns that her husband has plans to share their new home with a widower and his daughter. Tensions flare, a romance ignites in this charge fuelled drama.

Based on the novel, The Aftermath, by Rhidian Brook, the story comes to life in cinemas on April 18 with academy award nominee Keira Knightley delivering another passionate performance, playing character Rachel Morgan. Her husband, British Colonel Lewis (Jason Clarke) is charged with rebuilding the shattered city of Hamburg in the aftermath of World War II. From executive producer Ridley Scott and director James Kent, this drama displays enmity and grief between Rachel and German widower Stefan Lubert (Alexander Skarsgård), but in a twist of fate, grief and betrayal gives way to passion.

STARING: Keira Knightley, Alexander Skarsgård, Jason Clarke DIRECTOR: James Kent THEME: Drama, Romance To celebrate the release of The Aftermath on 18 April, we have tickets to give away. Make sure you are following Profile Magazine on Facebook to go into the draw to win a double pass.

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Elyse KNOWLES PHOTOS EMILY ABAY

Sheer determination, resilience and a supportive network has catapulted the career of model, Myer ambassador and author Elyse Knowles to one she cherishes. Committing to the modelling industry from an early age of 10, Elyse has worked with incredible designers, photographers and creative geniuses. Find out how Elyse stays so grounded leading such a busy and glamorous lifestyle.

“WE NEED TO LOVE OURSELVES SILLY AND APPRECIATE WHAT WE HAVE.”

I GREW UP… in Eltham Victoria. I loved growing up in Eltham where the birds chirp, kids play in the street and the gum trees sway in the wind.

MY MORNING RITUAL INCLUDES… waking up, putting gym clothes on (half asleep), hitting the gym either for a group class or one-on-one with my personal trainer, checking my phone and diary to get across my day, walking the dogs on the beach, brekkie and then off to work I go!

MY FASHION STYLE IS… usually very chilled and casual when I’m not working.

You will usually find me in denim jeans, shorts or a skirt matched with a casual tee or shirt. Footwear is usually a pair of Converse, Vans or, if I am a little more fancy, it could be a chunky boot or heel. I’ll throw on some sunnies, a bag and a smile and I’m done!

THE FASHION DESIGNER I LOVE WORKING WITH… I would have to say is Toni Maticevski. He has incredible cutting edge designs that are unique and stand out in the crowd. He’s also amazingly generous with his creative spirit, which I love and admire.

WHAT I LOVE MOST ABOUT MY CAREER… would have to be the variation, not doing the same thing every day. I am always travelling to new places and meeting awesome new people. I also truly love the creative process, everybody working together on a common creative goal is really exciting to be part of.

OFF THE RUNWAY I’M WEARING… denim Levi shorts.

I WAS INSPIRED TO WRITE MY BOOK, FROM ME TO YOU, BECAUSE… I believe it’s a tough time right now for young women to be growing up in. My motivation was to hopefully write a book that I wish had been available for me when I was younger.

There’s never been a more important time for women to be strong, grateful and motivated, especially to take on this fastmoving (and often misleading) social mediainfluenced world we live in. We need to love ourselves silly and appreciate what we have.

Oh, and dream big and work super hard!

MY HIDDEN TALENT IS… I like to think of myself as somewhat of a dog whisperer, there’s nothing scientific to prove it, but my dogs know what I’m talking about!

I MOST ADMIRE… Elle Macpherson, Dylan Alcott and Bella Hadid.

MY FAVOURITE FOOD IS… white chocolate, raspberries and almond milk chai, not necessarily together!

LEADING A BUSY AND GLAMOROUS LIFESTYLE, I STAY GROUNDED BY… my family and Josh. Josh especially has a very grounded outlook on this industry and I LOVE his influence. Coming home to that every day keeps my feet firmly on the floor.

MY ADVICE IS… to be YOU and only you.

Have your own dreams, walk your own path and don’t live through other people’s rules.

Go get ‘em!

In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.

- COCO CHANEL T H E I R R E P L ACEA BL E SU N SHI N E COA ST M AG AZ I NE F OR EM POW ERED WOM EN P RO FI L EM AG.COM .AU

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