STYLE | March 2019

MARCH 2019

WELLBEING ISSUE

Find your

BALANCE FITNESS GURU NICOLE HALL ON HOW TO SET UP YOUR WEEK FOR SUCCESS

WOMEN TO

WATCH

BRISBANE LADIES TO KEEP ON YOUR RADAR IN 2019

BEAUTY

ROBERT WHITE JEWELLERS ON EXQUISITE PIECES AND STAYING AHEAD OF THE GAME

FOOD

FASHION

BEAUTY

CULTURE

EVENTS

PEOPLE

CONTENTS

Dion Lee Lingerie hook top $450; Camilla and Marc Faith midi skirt $349; Robert White Jewellers 18ct white and rose gold 1.78ct Sri Lankan Sapphire, 0.13ct pink and 0.46ct white diamond cluster ring $17,500, 18ct white gold 4.53ct Sri Lankan Sapphire and 0.98ct Trapezoid cut diamond 3 stone ring $43,500, 18ct white gold 6.43ct diamond claw set bangle $25,000, 18ct white gold 2.27ct diamond cluster Lily Pad earrings $8,900, 18ct white gold 5.00ct Sri Lankan Sapphire and 3.14ct diamond line bracelet $18,500, Australian South Sea pearl and Lapis Lazuli necklace with a feature diamond $32,000

What is one thing you do for your wellbeing?

MANAGEMENT GENERAL MANAGER Paul Johnston The Man Shake.

EDITOR Tracy Sinclair Psyllium husk.

OPERATIONS MANAGER Rebecca Heaton Long walks by the water.

EDITORIAL JOURNALIST Laura Frendon Cuddling my puppy Ollie.

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BRAND EXECUTIVE Kiri Johnston Yoga and hanging out with my dogs..

DIGITAL JOURNALIST Gracie Clough Have my alone time.

DIGITAL CONTENT COORDINATOR Tai Johnston Surfing!

DIGITAL CONTENT ASSISTANT Melissa Myrteza Practice mindfulness.

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PRODUCTION SENIOR DESIGNER Sophie Benstead Long walks on the beach.

8 Real & Raw Karina Irby bares all for her followers.

SENIOR DESIGNER Katrina James Swimming.

15 What’s In My Bag Emily Skye spills the contents.

PHOTOGRAPHER Corrina Louise Holiday!

19 Fashion Trends

CONTENT MARKETING TEAM LEADER + JOURNALIST Courtney Frank Swim in the ocean.

Diamonds and Boho – we love both!

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Women to Watch

Inspiring women you’ll want to meet.

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Suburb Spotlight

Shop, dine and play in beautiful Bulimba.

JOURNALIST Jasmine Rolfe Walk near the water.

EDITORIAL COORDINATOR Max Heaton Travel.

EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Bethan Warrior Naps.

ADVERTISING KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER Madeline Smith | 0432 829 230 Worship the sun.

KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER Emily Attridge | 0432 745 428 Get some time in the sun!

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ON THE COVER Photography: Corrina Louise; Model: Brooke Crompton, Vivien’s Models; Stylist: Tracy Sinclair; Stylist’s Assistants: Kiri Johnston and Chloe Lloyd; Hair and Makeup: Kelly Vaughan, Stefan Squad; Location: Donna Chang Restaurant, George Street, Brisbane.

Cover fashion: Brooke wears Dion Lee Binary blazer $1,390, Highwaisted Jean short $490; Robert White Jewellers 18ct white gold 2.06ct three row diamond ring $9,200, 18ct white gold 2.00ct round brilliant cut diamond ring $29,000, 18ct white gold 1.74ct diamond Dagger Drop earrings $6,000, 18ct white gold 7.02ct diamond line bracelet $25,000, 18ct white gold Deco style pendant with a total diamond weight of 3.08ct $28,000, 18ct white gold 19.13ct diamond line necklace $60,000.

ACCOUNT MANAGER Chloe Lloyd | 0423 880 285 Infrared Sauna.

OPERATIONS DISTRIBUTION Bruce Thurtell Long drives.

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MARCH 2019

Be a part of history.

The official launch of Brisbane Arcade’s

95TH ANNIVERSARY will take place on Friday, 22nd March in the Queen Street Mall from 10.30am to 6.30pm.

Come and celebrate Brisbane’s Jewel in the Crown with: ICONIC

PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES

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Celebrations and offers will continue in the Arcade until 31st March.

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Brisbane Arcade operating proceeds benefit the University of Queensland Medical School and medical research

Dion Lee Suspended Sunray pleat dress $990, Robert White Jewellers 18ct white gold, Australian South Sea pearl, 1.91ct Ruby and diamond earrings $5,900, 18ct white gold 1.67ct Emerald cut diamond cluster ring $21,000, 18ct white gold 12.99ct Rose Tourmaline and 1.12ct diamond cluster $12,000, 18ct white gold 4.91ct Ruby and 3.7ct diamond line bracelet $17,000, Australian South Sea pearl, Smokey Quartz, Citrine, Lemon Quartz, Amethyst and diamond necklace $13,000, Australia South Sea Pearl, Amethyst, Citrine, Lemon and Clear Quartz necklace $9,900.

Location: Donna Chang Restaurant, Brisbane CBD. Hair and Makeup: Kelly Vaughan of Stefan Squad.

EDITOR’S NOTE

Hello! Welcome to our March edition.

It’s been a while since we partnered with a jewellery brand for our cover shoot, so we were beyond excited to work with brother and sister team, Hannah and James White, of Robert White Jewellers this month, because, well, who doesn’t love beautiful jewellery?!

We chose Donna Chang Restaurant as our location and some of our favourite Australian fashion brands, including Brisbane designer Isabella Longginou – we think you’ll agree that Donna Chang’s decor and architecture is the perfect setting for these stunning pieces.

This month’s Wellness themed mag includes chats with Nicole Hall who shares her Sunday rituals for success, we peek inside the bag of Emily Skye, meet Daina Lindsay of PONO Probiotics and other inspiring Brisbane women to watch in 2019.

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Reclaim your SUNDAYS Health and fitness influencer Nicole Hall tells us how to successfully prepare for a productive week. @__NICOLEHALL

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way or another, though there are small things we can do to streamline and enjoy our week, as Brisbane health and fitness influencer Nicole Hall explains.

Having a clear mind is Nicole’s key to managing her overflowing cup of busy, revealing her five Sunday rituals for refreshing her mind, getting a restful sleep and giving herself a boost of energy to start her week.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY EMMAJO HUTHMAN

earing our busyness like a badge of honour, oftentimes we find ourselves saying ‘yes’ to professional and personal commitments when we are already stretched for time and as a result, our health and fitness goals get pushed to the wayside.

Nowadays we are all busy in one

SUNDAY RITUALS FOR SUCCESS 1. SLEEP (AND A LOT OF IT)

3. FOOD FOR FUEL

I typically start my Sunday by not setting an alarm; it can be so jarring to wake up to that noise, so on Sunday I’ll let myself wake up naturally. Besides, if I know I have extra hours to sleep I’m going for it.

When it comes to food for the week I’m an advocate for doing whatever works for your health goals. I know some women shop their groceries online while others are strict meal-preppers; I’m a bit of a mixture. I will often do a quick grocery shop but I’m lucky enough to have a meal-prep company deliver some fresh, tasty meals for me as well. I’m all about that convenience!

2. FRESH AIR Not checking my phone or social media on Sunday before getting some fresh air, is so important to me. We get so caught up in it during the week so I try to reduce my screen time first thing in the morning. My partner and I will then pack our fur babies into the car, head to the coast, jump in the ocean and just breathe. It’s almost as if the fresh air semicleanses our minds from the busy week.

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4. MAKE A PLAN

By Sunday afternoon I’m already feeling fairly refreshed and I set about planning my week ahead.

I’ll take out my diary and put everything that’s in my head, onto paper – my work commitments, travel time and even my meals.

I always find that I have a clearer head if I have some direction and it makes me more excited going into Monday.

5. DON’T HATE, APPRECIATE My life, particularly over the past year, has gotten so hectic and it’s hard not to get highstrung and caught up in all of it. The way I stay grounded is by gratitude journalling because it’s super quick and reminds me what I have to be grateful for. It really changes my state of mind and brings me back to earth.

We’re all human and there are some days when we’re just not feeling ourselves. It’s on those days that I read back over my journal and it instantly reminds me what I’ve accomplished and sparks my motivation again.

The other game-changer for me that I’ve only just started this year is meditation. I know it’s a hot topic in the wellness industry but I use the App called ‘Headspace’ which has a timer and I don’t think I’ve ever heard the end of one, because I always pass out beforehand.

I’ve never had a deeper, more restful sleep in my life. I love sleep if you couldn’t already tell.

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Technology has now become so accessible that almost every person has an online presence. From businesses and brands to our next door neighbour, you can find out absolutely anything about anyone in just a few clicks. While it’s convenient when it comes to making connections, getting information, or simply getting to know someone whom you’ve just met, social media can hide some pretty big secrets, and create a façade that seems all too good to be true.

WORDS BY LAURA FRENDON Karina Irby is the owner and founder of Australian swimwear brand Moana Bikini, the part-owner and founder of fitness program Bikini Body Burn, and an influencer and inspirational woman to over one million Instagram followers.

While she’s incredibly inspiring due to her success at such a young age, Karina is also encouraging women all over the world to be comfortable and happy with their bodies and forget the filters and the photoshop.

Her swimwear brand, Moana Bikini, represents her carefree spirit and inspires those who wear it to feel confident when doing so. Karina tries to embody this philosophy herself by sharing real and raw images on her social media channels, purposefully pointing out her flaws and imperfections to all her followers to

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realise that it’s perfectly normal to not look like the models on Instagram.

Despite her confidence and bravado, Karina hasn’t always been like this and admits that she used to edit her photos herself when she first started out. Since then, she’s begun to take her own advice and no longer cares about what the online trolls have to say.

“It’s truly liberating when you start doing things for yourself, taking actions for yourself and loving yourself just the way you are.”

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“I’m passionate about FEMALES feeling

safe, confident, & comfortable in their own skin.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY RICHARD KOTCH

While she understands it’s not as easy as flicking a switch, Karina believes the first step is to simply believe in yourself.

“I totally understand how people can get stuck in the negative feedback loop, especially when you throw social media comparison into the mix.

“Like learning anything, it’s about repetition and positive reinforcement.”

Since gaining such a large following, Karina is trying as hard as possible to incorporate her morals and views into the Moana brand. She wants both Moana and Bikini Body Burn to help girls all over the world feel and be the best versions of themselves and create an environment online that helps women completely and confidently be themselves.

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This is truly the meaning and goal behind Moana Bikini and Bikini Body Burn and is something I really strive for throughout both businesses, as well as through my social media account.”

Karina is proud to be a curvy woman, and voluntarily displays her scars and marks all over her body, which have been caused throughout her struggles with eczema.

While she was once ashamed of them, Karina is now proud to flaunt who she really is and wants other girls to start to do the same.

“Social media is such a powerful tool, but people often focus on its power for negative reasons and its ability to promote unhealthy comparisons, but I think it’s just as powerful for positive reasons and I am really trying to reinforce that!”

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Preserve the planet Having recently announced a range of sustainable, slow fashion, Biome explains how we can make conscious decisions when it comes to filling our wardrobes.

The fashion industry is currently one of the biggest polluting industries in the world.

From textile waste to human rights violations, this “fast fashion” mentality is quickly killing our planet. As leaders in the eco retail space, Biome are offering their customers an easy way to become a part of the Slow Fashion Movement.

Biome aims to support and showcase brands who are leading the way when it comes to ethical and sustainable fashion. As advocates for the environment, Biome want to become a part of the solution when it comes to the pollution created by the fashion industry.

They now stock a variety of brands online, with the option to click and collect in store,

and frequently hold clothing swaps, mending workshops, and a number of other workshops to encourage people to make the most out of the clothing they are choosing to purchase.

The small businesses and slow fashion brands Biome partners with are nothing but passionate about making positive impacts on the environment, and choosing to support them instead of fast fashion brands, can make a significant, long term difference.

By purchasing from a slow fashion label, you are directly supporting a business that is trying to compete with conglomerate fashion brands. While it is more expensive, you can be rest assured you’re investing in a good quality garment, and more of your dollar is being

given to the people who made your clothes.

Embracing slow fashion doesn’t necessarily mean buying new garments all the time from slow fashion labels. It means stocking up on quality, key pieces that you’ll want to wear time and time again, and choosing to swap and trade your clothes with friends, rather than throwing them away.

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Feeling good Tick off your wellness goals through March, by attending a free fitness session at the Medibank Feel Good Program.

If you’re still postponing those fitness goals you swore you’d keep at the start of the year, then it’s time to whip out those sneakers and get your butt into gear. The Medibank Feel Good Program will take place at South Bank and Queens Gardens in the city for the entire month of March, with free fitness classes and wellness talks available to absolutely anyone.

Up until 30 March, you can take part in a variety of free workouts, including relaxing and high energy sessions, such as barre, pilates, Zumba®, yoga and more. Each session is designed to leave you feeling good, as promised, as well as toned, healthy, and happy.

This year, there will also be a series of free wellness talks for visitors to attend, where experts in the field will share their knowledge and health and wellbeing topics. Held at PAGE 10

South Bank, head down on 9 March for “Daily Rituals To Calm & Energise,” hosted

by Founder of I Quit Being Tired, Beatrice Peters, or on 23 March for “Gut Health & Digestion,” hosted by Founder of Brisbane Natural Health, Katherine Maslen.

The sessions are open to absolutely anyone and no bookings are required – just jump onto their website to see which workout and time is best suited to you.

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Meet the

DOCTORS DR RAYMOND GOH “Our practice provides a collegial environment where each surgeon brings their individual experience, style, and approach to surgery.”

What drew you to your area of specialty?

Seeing the variety of challenging cases that required creative thought to be formulated and executed, from both a functional and aesthetic perspective.

How do you stay motivated?

My patients are my number one motivator - if their surgery has changed their life for the better, that motivates me to apply my experience and skills to others just like them.

If you weren’t a surgeon, what would you be doing? A professional fisherman with my own travel fishing show.

DR MATTHEW PETERS “Dr Raymond Goh and I established VPS as we wanted a collegiate workplace that offered our patients outstanding care from exceptional practitioners.”

How long have you studied for? I haven’t stopped. It took 17 years to achieve my formal plastic surgery qualification, but I continue to learn daily.

What’s the most rewarding thing about your job? Working with great patients to achieve an outcome we are both happy with.

If you weren’t a surgeon, what would you be doing? I would be a struggling artist with a paint brush.

What is something you enjoy outside of work? Sunday lunch with the kids.

We chat to the talented team from Valley Plastic Surgery to discover what drives them to change lives through plastic surgery, and what motivated them to enter the profession

DR ALYS SAYLOR “Having decided I wanted to be a surgeon in my teens, and having spent 24 years studying and working as a plastic surgeon, I can’t imagine doing anything else, nor would I want to.”

What drew you to your area of speciality? I’m fascinated by the history of the profession, the artistry involved, and the privilege of being part of a patient’s need or desire for undergoing surgery.

How do you stay motivated? I don’t find it hard at all, especially as a breast specialist. The patients I see each day motivate me, and present me with an infinite variety of canvases to work on.

What would you do if you weren’t a surgeon?

My friends tell me I should become a chef and open a restaurant ‘in my spare time!’

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DR DREW CRONIN “Whether it’s recreating a breast for a woman that’s had a mastectomy, or performing a tummy tuck on a mother after she’s had her family; we have the ability to give people back something that, for whatever reason, they had lost.”

How long have you studied for? Forever.

Plastic surgery continues to evolve and techniques are refined all the time.

It’s exciting to learn about new developments and changes as they occur.

What do you find most rewarding? Being able to create lasting change in my patient’s life. It’s enormously rewarding to see their self-confidence return and they often find a new zest for life.

What do you do in your spare time? Spend time with my wife and daughter.

Preferably at the beach.

DR KATE DE AMBROSIS “There are many facets to my job - I help families treat children with eczema, surgically manage skin cancers, and prescribe and explain the science behind topical treatments in skin diseases.”

How do you stay motivated? The balance between home and career is a work in progress, but the wonderful staff at VPS are my second family, and are always ready to support me.

If you weren’t a surgeon, what would you do? Growing up I wanted to be a journalist – I’d love to create an ‘all things skin’ magazine for patients at our practice.

Something you enjoy doing outside of work?

Enjoying time at home with my husband and our twins aged 7, toddler 2 and newest addition 8 week old Jack!

VALLEY PLASTIC SURGERY 51 BALLOW ST, FORTITUDE VALLEY P 3488 8118 VALLEYPLASTICSURGERY.COM.AU

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Let the party begin Industrial event spaces are on the rise, just as Stafford welcomes Benga Box. Benga Box is the newest industrial event space to launch in the streets of Stafford and one of the only that’s B.Y.O. Handcrafted and owned by retail signage experts, Benga Designs, this space has been meticulously designed to cater to every party need. The Brisbane party scene has been longing for unrestricted venues following the harsh regulations surrounding nightlife, making Benga Box the ultimate destination for a fun time.

Illuminating neon welcomes you through gates carved with timeless quotes from film and song as you make your way into the venue. With a ceiling printed with huge illuminated faces, the interior boasts the perfect mix of classic and contemporary features. The 150-square metre venue caters for up to 200 people, featuring an

outdoor driveway, PA system, dance lights, projector, neon DJ box, lectern, 20-hour unrestricted access and a raised stage for a band. If you’re thinking about food and beverage options, owner Danny Sinclair has the connections. He says that being a B.Y.O. venue is the key to flexibility, so keep it simple and do it yourself, or get the experts to do it all, by hiring groovy food trucks or pop-up cocktail bars.

Due to its industrial location, noise restrictions are non-existent. From functions to parties, Benga Box is the industrial event space Brisbane has needed.

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Rich history Sue Gaylard of Avenue J Jewellery explains why antique jewellery should hold a special place in your collection.

Along the beautiful Mooloolaba beachfront you’ll find a jewellery store like no other.

Offering an extensive range of antique, modern, and handcrafted jewellery, Avenue J Jewellery has something in-store to suit everyone, even the most sophisticated of jewellery lovers.

Owner and curator, Sue Gaylard, has over 20 years of industry experience in sourcing, selling and discovering unique and timeless collectible treasures from around the globe.

Her passion for antique jewellery sparked from a love of all things antique as a young girl, and was nurtured through her time at Kellies Antiques in Brisbane where she worked as store manager for 15 years. Sue works closely with all of her customers, developing an understanding of their particular style and sourcing unique one-off pieces specifically PAGE 14

suited to their requests. With Kellies closing its doors in recent months, Sue is hoping to reconnect with many of her original Brisbane customers.

Whether your preference is for antique or modern jewellery, there is a very unique sense of excitement and nostalgia that purchasing jewellery evokes. When buying antique jewellery in particular, there is an overwhelming sense of sentimentality that comes with owning a piece that has a beautiful history. In a modern world, what can be more impressive and exciting than becoming a part of the story that an antique jewellery piece has to tell, creating an heirloom for generations to come?

Avenue J Jewellery has the most extensive collection of antique jewellery in Queensland, including pieces from the Georgian, Edwardian, Victorian, and Art Deco eras. They also house an exquisite modern collection including diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, morganite, opals, Tahitian and Australian South Sea Pearls, and handmade designer pieces from an in house jeweller. Sue’s beautiful selection of antique, modern, and handmade items are worth venturing up to the coast for.

AVENUE J JEWELLERY 47-51 MOOLOOLABA ESPLANADE, MOOLOOLABA P 5444 4422 AVENUEJCOUTURE.COM.AU

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Water bottle These bottles are great because they keep your water cold for so long!

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Laura Mercier Powder Living on the Gold Coast is really humid and so one big issue with makeup is it can come off quite easily especially when you get sweaty. I love keeping a setting powder in my bag at all times as I hate to look shiny. Laura Mercier is a cult favourite and I find it does everything I need it to do.

INSIDE MY BAG We take a look inside the bag of mum and health and fitness expert Emily Skye.

Benefit Cosmetics Precisely, My Brow Pencil

Benefit product I’ve been using this one for years, and for me, even on days when I don’t wear makeup, I like to define my brows. This one is so easy to make fine hair strokes and make my brows look super natural.

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STYLE diary RACQ INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY FUN RUN

PUPPY YOGA

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Reach peak relaxation levels at the “Paws and Stretch” puppy yoga morning.

You’ll be guided through a 45-minute yoga session, a 15-minute sound healing meditation, all while cuddling some adorable furry friends. eventbrite.com

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BEER INCIDER

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Proudly supporting independently owned breweries and Australia’s best musicians and street artists, Beer InCider brings together our biggest loves in life – delicious food, great music, and icy cold beverages. beerincider.com

A multi-sensory experience is making its way through the CBD, South Bank, and New Farm. The interactive installation will combine science, technology and art, to create a space for imagination and play for all ages. curiocitybrisbane.com.au

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Over 13,000 men and women will complete the 5km or 10km loop of our River City, to support women with breast cancer. womensdayfunrun.com.au

15 MARCH – 3 APRIL

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TAB BLOKES DAY OUT

One of the biggest musicals to hit Aussie stages is making its way to QPAC. Sending a message of positivity and love, the musical was written by the guys behind South Park, guaranteeing a lot of laughs! qpac.com.au

Round up the lads and head to Eagle Farm Racecourse for a day of epic entertainment, both on and off the track. There’ll also be live music, food trucks, and a selection of craft beer available at the trackside bars. brc.com.au

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SAVE THE DATE A FLOWERING TREE Opera Queensland is bringing the Helpmann Award winning production to QPAC’s Concert Hall. Exploring themes of selfless love, magic, jealousy, and transformation, it follows a traditional Indian folk tale of a young woman with a secret power, and is composed by John Adams.

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Animal Lovers UNITE Styler Kiri Johnston shares the story of the lady she met last year in Bali who inspires her daily by saving neglected, abandoned and abused dogs.

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ver a year ago, I came across Bali Rescue Dog Squad on Instagram, which is a privately owned, not-forprofit animal welfare organisation that focuses specifically on dogs based in Bali. Alison Gray, a 47-year old Malaysianborn Australian stepped out of her comfort zone and left her six-figure salary behind to make the move from Darwin to Bali, around six years ago.

Alison always knew she’d end up in a third world country helping others, however she didn’t expect to gain such a strong passion for helping dogs. Over the past five years, Alison has rescued and rehabilitated around 500 animals. Her main goal is to give these animals a second chance at life and find them a loving forever home. She’s truly an inspiration to me and many others around the world.

As an owner of two beautiful dogs (one rescued from RSPCA Noosa) and a regular Bali visitor, Alison’s story resonated with me on a deep and emotional level. So, in June last year, when my boyfriend and I visited for a holiday, I got in touch with Alison and made a plan to visit her and the dogs whose journeys I had followed so closely for the past six months.

We scootered 30 minutes away from Ubud, through the bumpy roads amongst the rice fields to visit one of Alison’s safe houses – with absolutely no tourists in sight. Although I’ve visited Bali plenty of times, it was quite a culture shock seeing a different area where the locals lived, away from all the glitz and glamorous beach bars, Insta-worthy cafes and stylish boutique stores that the island has PAGE 18

come to be known for by Westerners.

Along the way, we stopped in at Sunset Vet Ubud to grab some food and supplies as a special gift for the dogs. Alison met us at the end of the street and directed us down a rugged road to the safe house, where we arrived to excited dog barks and her staff member’s friendly faces. The humble safe house was mainly outdoors, had three rooms and there were around 30 dogs being cared for when we visited. We got lead into the isolation room, where some of the dogs are kept whilst they are being treated. Alison also has a team of staff who live at the safe house, although she lives in another house where approximately 12+ dogs live, too.

I have always loved animals and I truly believe that these dogs, although living in third world countries, deserve caring homes as much as our beloved pets are lucky enough to have here in Australia. Visiting the safe house and talking with Alison has given me a completely different perspective. Alison believes she has lived the good life whilst in the corporate world in Australia and is happy to live a humble and peaceful life ensuring the dogs have everything they need.

For the past year, I have donated and supported Alison’s rescue and believe that her cause is one that deserves more attention.

So, when I saw Alison reaching out for volunteering help via Instagram, I was quick to offer my services, being that I work in social media management on a day-to-day basis.

I wish to spread Alison’s story and promote Bali Rescue Dog Squad in the hopes that more

ALISON GRAY, FOUNDER OF BALI RESCUE DOG SQUAD

people will fund and support organisations like hers. She funded her rescue independently for the first four years and now solely relies on donations, fundraising and social media awareness to continue running her passion.

Without these donations, she cannot continue the amazing work she is doing. Alison hopes to one day open a third safe house to rescue more dogs to care for and she needs our help to get there.

I believe that we all have a real purpose as to why we are here today – we just need to find what our passion is and what sparks joy for us. Everyone that knows me well, knows I have always wished to open my own animal sanctuary and hopefully I will end up doing that one day! In the meantime, I will continue to support people who dedicate their lives to saving animals, just like Alison.

To find out more about Bali Rescue Dog Squad on how you can help or donate, visit @balirescuedogsquad on Instagram/Facebook and balirescuedogsquad.com.

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Dion Lee Suspended Sunray pleat dress $990; Robert White Jewellers 18ct white gold, Australian South Sea pearl, 1.91ct Ruby and diamond earrings $5,900, 18ct white gold 1.67ct Emerald cut diamond cluster ring $21,000, 18ct white gold 12.99ct Rose Tourmaline and 1.12ct diamond cluster $12,000, 18ct white gold 4.91ct Ruby and 3.7ct diamond line bracelet $17,000, Australian South Sea pearl, Smokey Quartz, Citrine, Lemon Quartz, Amethyst and diamond necklace $13,000, Australia South Sea Pearl, Amethyst, Citrine, Lemon and Clear Quartz necklace $9,900

Robert White Jewellers is heading into quite a big year, with up and comers Hannah and James taking over their father’s beloved store.

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Isabella Longginou dress POA; Robert White Jewellers 18ct white gold 7.02ct diamond line bracelet $25,000, 18ct white gold 6.43ct diamond claw set bangle $25,000, 18ct white gold 11.93ct diamond line bracelet $47,500, 18ct white gold 2.62ct Emerald and Baguette cut diamond ring $42,500, 18ct white gold 1.67ct triple flower cluster ring $6,900, Strand of Australian South Sea pearls 13-15mm $25,000, 18ct white gold 5.80ct Pavé diamond drop earrings $15,000

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nown for their exceptional customer service and product quality that comes second to none, Robert White Jewellers in the heritage listed Brisbane Arcade is planning on continuing a legacy in 2019.

After the passing of the business’ founder and owner, Robert White, in December last year, his children James, 21, and Hannah, 30, are motivated and committed to enhancing the Robert White name for years to come.

Specialising in diamonds and precious stone bespoke jewellery, James, Hannah and the rest of the Robert White team are passionate about working with their beloved clients to custom make, design, and preserve special pieces that can be cherished for generations to come. Priding themselves on the impeccable quality they continue to provide, Robert White Jewellers are adamant that their products come second to none, due to their in-depth knowledge and unrivalled craftsmanship.

With this year being their 45th in operation, Hannah and James are excited to put into practice the wealth of knowledge passed down to them by their father. While they make quite a young team, they want valued customers to know they’ll still be receiving the old school, quality services they’ve come to know and love.

While Hannah and James want to keep the tradition and history of Robert White Jewellers ongoing, they also want to push the boundaries when it comes to new designs and trends. With passion in everything that they do, and heart and soul in every piece they create, you can rest assured your most beloved possessions are in safe hands.

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“The ROBERT WHITE name will be carried on for YEARS TO COME”

Camilla and Marc Phoenix tee $249; Robert White Jewellers 18ct white gold 1.74ct diamond Dagger Drop earrings $6,000, 18ct white gold 19.13ct diamond line necklace $60,000, 18ct white gold 2.06ct three row diamond ring $9,200, 18ct white gold 7.02ct diamond line bracelet $25,000, 18ct white gold 11.93ct diamond line bracelet $47,500, 18ct white gold 6.43ct diamond claw set bangle $25,000,18ct white gold 2.00ct round brilliant cut diamond ring $29,000; Large hair barette, Stylist’s own.

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Native Sol Casablanca bucket bag $179

Loveshackfancy Marssa mini dress $375USD

Zimmerman Juno linen maxi dress $650

Luvaj Cross hoops $60

Shellys London Memphis $139.95

Keep your spirit free and your mind open Boho fashion is all about keeping comfort at the forefront and going with the flow.

Faithful the Brand Marie top $139

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Ladies first! From CEO’s to the creative types, we’re celebrating some of our fave inspiring Brisbane women.

PENNY WOLFF CEO Wolff Coffee Roasters Penny is an incredibly busy woman, buzzing around her workplace and spreading good energy across a variety of roles. As the CEO of Wolff Coffee Roasters, she works closely with several teams, including the brand, education, retail teams, and wholesale partners, and tries to communicate with her beloved customers.

“On a daily basis, I try to connect directly with my customers and make time to always engage and learn from them – without customers there’s no business,” she says.

Last year, Penny reengaged in post graduate study, enrolling in a Coaching and Mentoring course at QUT to help her embed a coaching culture within the Wolff Coffee workplace.

Penny hopes to continue to invest in her staff throughout 2019, and continue to explore and challenge the team dynamics in a curious and respectful way. In 2018, Penny also managed to find a healthy balance between work and life, proudly seeing her daughter graduate high school, and making more time to be a daughter, wife, sister, and friend, alongside being a business owner and philanthropist.

This year is set to be massive for Penny Wolff. In 2019 she will be taking on the role as a Dancing CEO, with the aim of raising much needed funds for Women’s Legal Service Queensland. With the help of so many others, she is hoping to raise $20,000 before hitting the stage at City Hall in May to dance with many other highly regarded CEO’s.

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ISABELLA WALKER OWNER & OPERATOR Bella Brows & Bebe Face

ROS CURTIS PRINCIPAL St Margaret’s Ros Curtis is inspired by the sense of community that exudes from St Margaret’s - a community that works together for the common good of all students. “What I love about St Margaret’s is the real focus on learning across a wide variety of fields; where students’ talents are being expressed in a particular activity or they are pursuing their passions that the school has facilitated through our programs and the excellent staff who run them,” she says. In 2019, she is excited to be overseeing the introduction of the new ATAR system and the completion of a brand new sports precinct, as well as embedding a newly developed student wellbeing framework through all educational programs.

Having just returned from an LA business trip, Isabella Walker is excited to take both of her businesses to the next level, “I feel as though last year was setting the foundation and this year will be stepping it up with awesome campaigns and really building the brand for national and international exposure,” she says. Owning and operating both Bella Brows and Bebe Face keeps her incredibly busy, as she not only ensures both businesses are running smoothly, she also monitors staff, and sees her own Bella Brows clients five days a week, focusing on cosmetic tattoo enhancements for brows and lips. Opening Bebe Face was one of her greatest achievements in 2018, and she can’t wait to watch it continue to grow.

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BRODIE LEE OWNER Rokstar In 2018 Rokstar was named QLD Salon of the Year for the second year in a row at the Australian Hair Industry Awards, and Brodie Lee was named QLD Hairdresser Of The Year at the Australian Hair Expo Awards. Since then she’s been skyrocketing her PAGE 24

career by travelling nationally and globally to educate other hairdressers, and last year went to Sydney as Hair Director for Thomas Puttick at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. She has many exciting things on the horizon for 2019, and can’t wait to share them with her clients and team.

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KATE WILLIAMS OWNER Nodo Kate accomplished one of her greatest achievements in 2018, successfully launching a Nodo café in Camp Hill, seeing her cement three unique Nodo locations in Brisbane.

Day to day, she works with her team to drive all elements of the Nodo business, while constantly analysing and creating new ways to market and promote the brand through in-store campaigns and social media. This year, Kate plans to grow both herself and Nodo even more, “I want to drive growth through innovation and develop new ways to reach our audience.,” she says.

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INGRID TALL OWNER Aquarius Health & Medispa and Cosmetic Image Clinics Having just come out of one of her biggest years yet, Ingrid Tall is excited to spend some quality time with her family. Last year saw her renovate Cosmetic Image Clinics in the CBD, adding on five injecting rooms, and expand into her first satellite clinic in West End. On top of this, Aquarius Health & Medispa won Best Luxury Medispa in Australia at the World Luxury Spa Awards. Ingrid is passionate about giving her clients the confidence to feel and look their best, and is hoping to continue to grow and nurture her business in 2019, training new and up and coming nurses to follow in her footsteps.

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SONJA SEARLE OWNER Lady Marmalade Cafe As the owner of a bustling Brisbane café, Sonja’s job is incredibly diverse, encapsulating everything, from HR, financial management, marketing and PR, to front and back of house management and customer service. She’s inspired every day by the happy and kind people she comes across in the hospitality industry, adamant that being kind is so much easier than an angry protest. “The smallest acts of kindness can change someone’s day,” she says. In 2019, Sonja is hoping to continue to grow Lady Marmalade, and make the successful leap into evening dining. She’s excited to share the menu her head chef and pastry chef have created.

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HELEN STOWER PROGRAM LEADER iCentre Helen has a passion for helping students fall in love with reading. She’s inspired by watching students learn and grow as individuals, and spends her days developing literature and promoting reading amongst the students of Mt Alvernia College, “Despite everything else we do in education, studies still tell us that student reading levels are the number one indicator of academic success,” she says. This year sees a focus on “Read Like A Girl,” the community partnership launched last year for the literary advancement of girls. Helen is partnering with Riverbend Books and St Rita’s College to produce a reading calendar aimed at instilling a foundation and love of reading among girls everywhere.

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SHWETA KHAN OWNER Starfire Jewellery Having been a diamond wholesaler for over 15 years, Shweta has travelled all over the world to source diamonds for her wholesale business, discover the latest jewellery trends, and increase her already extensive knowledge. As a woman in a very male dominated industry, Shweta loves the challenges that come with owning her own business, and enjoys creating collections that are unique and meaningful. After creating a custom diamond encrusted leather bracelet for Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios in 2018, this year Shweta hopes to increase exposure on her brand, and provide an enjoyable shopping experience instore and online for all of her customers.

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KIMBERLEY REID MARKETING MANAGER Victoria Park As the Marketing Manager for two incredibly successful lifestyle precincts, Kimberley plans and executes their overarching branding and marketing strategies with a team of talented professionals. Working jointly with fellow leaders on strategic initiatives, she finds daily inspiration from the new brands and businesses launching into the market. This year, she will be starting a small, women in marketing mastermind group, to make sure she stays up to date with the industry and continues to make connections.

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MARCH 2019

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Plan for the most memorable day of your life and explore the incredible venues on offer right here in Brisbane.

A riverside AFFAIR Celebrate the best day of your life along the banks of Howard Smith Wharves.

With the Brisbane River and Story Bridge as your backdrop, you can rest assured that your wedding at Howard Smith Wharves will be picturesque, idyllic, and memorable. Offering a selection of waterfront reception venues, you can take your afternoon and evening either indoors or outdoors with the help of an experienced events team dedicated to creating your special day.

Howard Smith Wharves offer a variety of reception spaces for you to celebrate with your family and friends, all offering romantic and elegant touches that can be completely personalised. The Rivershed provides unparalleled views of the Brisbane city skyline, and is a heritage listed site oozing with charm. Bougainvillea House offers a Mediterranean ambience with wrap around verandas and a laid back atmosphere and The Greenhouse is STYLEMAGAZINES.COM.AU

perfect for intimate receptions, with lush greenery and an English style interior. The Howard Smith Wharves lawns are great for a sophisticated marquee wedding, with a gorgeous reception available in any style you desire.

Nearby, The Fantauzzo Art Series five star boutique hotel can offer you and your guests premium accommodation, allowing you to relax and completely enjoy your special day. A number of catering options are also available, with cuisine made from the finest local produce, and menus supporting Queensland’s best growers.

Whether you’re after quiet and intimate nuptials, or a large-scale soirée, Howard Smith Wharves can help you design and style a beautiful wedding that will be full of special moments.

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THE WEDDING of your dreams Hillstone St Lucia is hosting their 30th Wedding Showcase to help you plan the most picture perfect wedding.

HILLSTONE ST LUCIA WEDDING SHOWCASE Wednesday 20 March 2019 6-8pm Cost: Free Find out what this magical night has to offer, and RSVP your attendance via their website to Brisbane’s mustattend wedding event of the year.

If you’re struggling to find a location for your upcoming wedding, have become overwhelmed when trying to choose between vendors and suppliers, or are simply struggling to find inspiration to start planning your big day, then save the date for Hillstone St Lucia’s upcoming Wedding Showcase.

The night will feature a network of more than 40 suppliers and industry leaders with extraordinary talent and service who can make your wedding truly unforgettable. Free for engaged couples to attend, this year’s showcase is set to be bigger and better than ever, featuring

the newly refurbished Grand View Room, a spectacular fairy light display, and a selection of delicious beverages from the champagne bar on the Mango Tree Terrace.

More highlights on the night include canapés, wine tasting, Hillstone’s infamous dessert buffet, amazing prizes from a variety of vendors and suppliers and a massive $3,000 giveaway to go towards your dream Hillstone wedding. They’ll also be releasing their 2020 Wedding Package on the night and you’ll be one of the first to take a look at what’s on offer.

HILLSTONE ST LUCIA CARAWA STREET, ST LUCIA P 3870 3433 HILLSTONESTLUCIA.COM.AU

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WENDY LOUISE DESIGNS

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Add the finishing touch to your wedding day with a bridal headpiece or statement jewellery from Wendy Louise Designs and Belle Folie Millinery.

With a huge array in store, as well as custom made and bespoke services, you can’t go past their striking pieces when planning for your special day. As an award winning designer and milliner, Wendy can create crowns and tiaras, hair vines, crystal and fresh water pearl combs, fascinators, birdcage veils, cocktail hats and French beaded or silk flowers.

Spend your monumental day with your closest family and friends in the very heart of Brisbane, feeling right at home amongst the hospitality offered by the approachable staff at the Osbourne Hotel. With packages designed to keep things as simple as possible, you’ll have nothing to worry about except having an enjoyable and memorable day that’s hassle free and simple. All packages offered can be tailored to your budget, with an expert functions team available to turn your dreams into reality.

WENDY LOUISE DESIGNS SHOP 29 GALLERY LEVEL, THE BRISBANE ARCADE, 160 QUEEN ST, CBD P 0432 696 500 WENDYLOUISE.COM

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MARCH 2019

TO HAVE AND TO HOLD

Here comes the bride Put your best foot forward as you walk down the aisle, with these tips from Dr Nicholas Kemp on how to rid your leg veins well before the big day.

How soon before saying “I do” should a consultation be booked? Most patients require multiple sessions in order to get the results they desire. With treatments usually spaced between four and six weeks apart, you may need up to five months of treatment after your initial consultation. Make an appointment as soon as you get engaged to ensure your legs have healed and all bruising has settled down before saying “I do.”

How can healthy legs give an added confidence to someone on their wedding day? Organising a wedding involves a lot of running around beforehand and often standing on your feet for the entire big day. If you have your heart set on those blue Manolos, but

know you get painful symptoms from your veins, have them treated so you feel confident when taking photos.

Who needs to be prepping their legs for the big day? Unfortunately, venous disease can be hereditary, so you may need to bring the mother of the bride along with you.

Booking concurrent appointments will give you time to brainstorm everything else on the long, wedding to-do-list. You also might need to use the wedding as an excuse to get your hubby-to-be to pay attention to his own legs, and book his own appointment before his veins worsen.

What can be done to maintain perfect legs from the wedding day through

to the honeymoon? Consider mixing up your footwear on the big day and remember to always stay hydrated and keep active to maintain venous health. Should you be planning a long haul honeymoon, make sure you pack compression socks for the plane flight to reduce your chance of ankle swelling, ensuring you look your best on the beach.

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Character & charm Set your wedding among heritage character and old world charm at Eagle Farm Racecourse.

Known for its beautifully manicured lawns, stunning leafy gardens and unique heritage buildings, Eagle Farm Racecourse is the perfect location for your dream wedding day. Offering intimate spaces with contemporary aspects and an elegant and romantic feel, there’s no place more romantic and versatile for your wedding to come to life.

With two reception venues to choose from and a number of inclusions, beverage and dining options and decorative fittings to add on, the incredibly talented functions team at Eagle Farm Racecourse can help plan your wedding with ease, ensuring it’s exactly how you imagined it.

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The Tote Room offers a banquet hall style option for your reception, complete with 18 foot ceilings, naturally worn brick walls and polished timber floors. Built in 1913, it’s the largest of the sit down wedding spaces, however can also be used for cocktail style receptions, boasting unique features such as original tote windows and racing memorabilia, adding to the rustic charm of the space.

Catering for 60-100 guests sit-down or 300 guests cocktail, this space is suited for even the grandest of receptions.

The Society Rooftop is another great reception area located within Eagle Farm Racecourse, tucked into the oldest grandstand

with a stunning indoor space and large deck.

Recently renovated in 2017, The Society Rooftop is a vibrant and contemporary open space, featuring a gorgeous pergola, festoon lighting, and stunning views. Perfect for cocktail style receptions of up to 150 guests or small sit down affairs of up to 50 guests, your night on The Society Rooftop will be one to remember.

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Floating L fine dining We’d like to order a long lunch served with pink décor and a side dish of panoramic Story Bridge views, thanks.

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aunching one impressive venue after the other, Howard Smith Wharves is fortifying itself as the ultimate dining and beverage precinct of 2019. Cue the unveiling of their latest venue, the longawaited riverside establishment ARC Dining and Wine Bar. With its white-washed walls, chapel-like peaked ceiling and eclectic décor designed by none other than Anna Spiro and her team, the light-flooded venue seems to float above the Brisbane River.

Strolling past the olive trees and into the restaurant solo, I was at first apprehensive of being in my own company. That was until I was seated at arguably the best table in Brisbane, with floor-to-ceiling views of the Story Bridge hugging the city skyline.

Infamously indecisive I asked the friendly waitress for her meal recommendations.

Suggesting I order the Barbecue Squid, Preserve Lemon and Salt Bush to start, I’ll admit I wouldn’t have ordered it if she didn’t insist but I’m oh-so-glad she did.

The entree was beautifully presented and let me tell you, it was like an evolving flavour explosion. Smokey at first, the dish took a zesty turn before the squid itself shone through and I’ll go as far as saying this was the hero dish of the experience.

I fan-girled over the entrée for a little while longer before my main arrived; Saddle Tail Snapper, lemon buttered corn and wing beans

with a side of whey and chamomile Dutch carrots and tomatoes, pickled blueberries and perilla. The fish, while mouth-watering on its own, was only made more delicious by the buttery, sweet corn bed it sat on. It was a perfect dish to enjoy by the water.

Now to sip back and wait for dessert.

Resembling a Snickers Bar with flaky chocolate, roasted peanut ice cream, caramel and chocolate Crisp, it was an indulgent feast for the eyes and tummy and lasted a grand total of three minutes.

Tucked away at the far end of the Howard Smith Wharves precinct, ARC Dining and Wine Bar is an elegant and Insta-worthy venue you’ll want to make a reservation for ASAP. ARC DINING AND WINE BAR 5 BOUNDARY ST, CBD P 3505 3980 ARCDINING.COM.AU

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If it’s a new restaurant, bar or venue in Brisbane, you’ll see it here.

Bite Markets

IKU Noodle Bar

North siders rejoice – North Harbour is getting its very own foodie market. With 60 stall holders in decked out, customised shipping containers, you’ll be able to taste fresh, locally made meals, all under $15. If you’re not familiar with this side of town, just take Exit 150 off the highway.

Joining the already impressive lineup at Brisbane Quarter, this quick stop noodle bar is sure to be popular for the CBD lunch time run.

Opening next to the W Hotel, IKU will be offering on the go noodle bowls, all made with traditional flavours and recipes that you can completely design yourself. @IKUNOODLEBAR

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Hello Gorgeous

Evolve Organic Café A third Evolve Organic Café has popped up in Brisbane, this time nestled into Market Organics Newmarket. They’re serving vegan and vegetarian options for breakfast and lunch throughout the day, as well as sweet treats, on the go snacks, cold pressed juices, and Toby’s Estate coffee.

Taking over where Chester Street Bakery once sat is this stunning new bar, aptly named for its gorgeous interiors. Hello Gorgeous offers an extensive cocktail menu, with multiple options for those designated drivers, as well as a range of wines, spirits, and even some delicious tasting plates.

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Covent Garden One of Brisbane’s favourite foodie locations is hosting a Mad-Hatter’s Gin & Tea Party, the fanciest high tea you’ve ever seen. Held on 24 March, the event will be themed around everyone’s favourite fantasy story, “Alice In Wonderland.” The event will feature delectable high tea towers featuring sweet and savoury treats, and a gin and tea cocktail on tap, featuring The Botanist gin and Fiorente liqueur.

One Fish Two Fish Reimagine the classic fish and chips at Kangaroo Point’s newest lunch and dinner spot. Tuck in to all of your seafood favourites that you know and love, plus Amalfi-inspired seafood risotto or their signature Quarter Flounder burger, plus enjoy pumping 80s tunes, cold drinks, and the perfect laid-back atmosphere to help you ease into your afternoon.

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EAT MORE PLANTS We share with you a delicious and nutritious recipe that will warm your soul whilst easing into autumn. Plus, a healthier alternative to classic mac and cheese, from an Aussie plant-based dietitian.

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ravel blogger, plant-based foodie, nutritionist and author of best-selling cookbook, Elsa’s Wholesome Life, Ellie Watson (nee Bullen) has grown a plant-based empire with a following of over 600k on Instagram, known for its colourful photos and incredible scenery.

Born and raised in Lennox Head, a little coastal town south of Byron Bay, Ellie and her husband just moved back from living in Bali for the past two years and bought their first home in Palm Beach on the Gold Coast.

In her cookbook, Ellie explains everything you need to know about adopting

CREAMY MAC-NO-CHEESE Ingredients: 400g pumpkin, roughly diced 1 cup (150 g) cashews, pre-soaked ¼ cup nutritional yeast 1 garlic clove, roughly chopped ½ teaspoon salt 300g gluten-free macaroni 2 cups baby spinach leaves (about 100g) freshly ground black pepper chilli flakes Method: Bring one litre of water to the boil in a saucepan over a high heat. Add the pumpkin, cover and boil for PAGE 32

a plant-based diet to ensure you don’t miss out on important vitamins and minerals, as well as how to maximise your nutrients and overall, live a more wholesome life.

Benefits of a plant-based lifestyle: • Caring for animals (not supporting factory farming).

• Ethical reasons (locally sourced foods).

• Sustainability (less impact on the environment).

• Better for your health (decreased risk of diseases and cancer).

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eight minutes, or until the pumpkin falls apart when pierced with a fork.

Drain, reserving the cooking liquid.

Place the pumpkin, cashews, yeast, garlic and salt in a blender and blend until smooth. Add threequarters of the reserved cooking liquid and pulse to combine.

Set aside.

Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions. When al dente, turn off the heat and add the spinach leaves. Drain immediately.

Add the pumpkin sauce and stir until the pasta is well coated.

Season to taste with the pepper and chilli flakes. Serve immediately.

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Fun starts here Experience all the excitement and fun to be had at Victoria Park.

To showcase just how much fun you can have at Victoria Park, they’ve announced thirteen “fun ambassadors” to share their memories of the complex and detail why they return time and time again. As one of Brisbane’s busiest lifestyle and events precincts, it’s no wonder Brisbane locals choose to spend a day out at Victoria Park and to celebrate all the fun to be had, they’re planning some exciting things for visitors throughout the month of March.

The chosen ambassadors want to share the love they have for each facet of Victoria Park with the rest of Brisbane and are proud to tell everyone why they frequently enjoy the large number of services offered at the precinct.

Karyn and Kerri regularly attend birthdays,

fundraisers and luncheons; Bobo and David recently celebrated their marriage with family and friends at Victoria Park; Jennifer plans a number of corporate meetings and gala business events at the venue; The Kasim Family regularly visit to use the children’s facilities, and recently held a 2nd birthday party for their youngest, Chloe; Patrick and Bridie love to battle each other in a few rounds of putt putt; Mark and John enjoy spending a day out on the green; and Kate signed up for ladies beginner golf lessons three years ago and hasn’t looked back.

BACK LEFT TO RIGHT: JOHN & MARK, KATE, THE KASIM FAMILY, JENNIFER, BOBO & DAVID, KERRI & KARYN, FRONT: BRIDIE & PATRICK

Welcoming over seven thousand visitors each week, it’s no wonder Victoria Park put fun into everything they do. Whether you’re planning a magical wedding, a corporate event, a romantic dinner in the restaurant, a day on the driving range, or a fun night of putt putt, the precinct has something for absolutely everyone.

VICTORIA PARK 309 HERSTON RD, HERSTON P 3252 0666 VICTORIAPARK.COM.AU

Food for thought Passionate foodie and practicing nutritionist at JCN Clinic, Jessica Cox, gives us her best tips on what to eat to keep our guts and brains healthy.

What are some great foods we should be eating to improve brain function?

Foods rich in essential fatty acids such as salmon, cod, tuna, and sardines, cold pressed flaxseed oil, extra virgin olive oil and walnuts are a great place to start, as our brain is made up of these types of fats. We also want foods rich in amino acids to support cell structure and neurons, which includes a diversity of protein found in meat, fish, eggs and legumes.

Choline rich foods also support neurons, and can be found abundantly in eggs and liver.

Can our gut and brain health be linked?

A healthy gut is also essential for a great brain function. Poor gut function and gut inflammation will place pressure on our capacity to think clearly, often referred to in nutrition terms as ‘brain fog’. There is a ’neural highway’ between the gut and the brain that is fundamental in keeping our gut STYLEMAGAZINES.COM.AU

brain connection in check.

Should we be eating these foods at a particular time? It doesn’t matter when, just aim for a diversity of these foods within your dietary intake throughout your week.

What are some great brain food snacks to choose instead of a chocolate bar or extra coffee? You want to go for snacks that provide long lasting energy to your brain without providing blood sugar spikes that initially pep you up, but then drop you back down. Nuts, seeds and their butters are wonderful – you can eat them alone or use the butters smeared on fruit wedges or vegetables. Homemade protein balls are wonderful as well, also legume based dips, boiled eggs or wholefood muffins and biscuits.

JCN CLINIC SUITE 104, LEVEL 1, 180 QUEEN STREET, BRISBANE P 0411 161 730 JESSICACOX.COM.AU

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BULIMBA

SPOTLIGHT ON:

BULIMBA Explore the Brisbane suburb boasting riverfront views, top end property and a bunch of foodie hot spots.

BELLE PROPERTY BULIMBA In a short period of time, Belle Property Bulimba has become the second highest performing agency in the 4171 postcode. In terms of relativity, their agents now out perform all competition, boasting quality over quantity, with four agents rather than 40.

Tony O’Doherty and his team at Belle Property Bulimba highly regard culture within the business, believing you cannot have a healthy and happy working environment if you are forced to compete internally. From a market point of view, he believes clarity around who the local experts are is essential to success, making them less at risk of becoming a volume agency, which is against Belle Property’s core values. Tony enjoys working within the industry, due to the incredible people he meets on a daily basis and knowing that when his job is done successfully, it can have an immeasurable effect on the buyer and the seller.

What really sets them apart from the rest is that they’re a service based agency. This means they don’t try to sell an unsuitable property to a buyer, because they will never pay a premium and the transaction will not be optimal. Instead, they always remain honest and take the time to match the highest and best buyer with the most suitable commodity.

2/171 OXFORD ST, BULIMBA P 0466 442 674 BELLEPROPERTY.COM/BULIMBA

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BURGER TIME 69 There’s nothing quite like a stacked juicy burger and a serve of loaded fries to satisfy the biggest of hunger cravings. Burger Time 69 offers an incredibly extensive range of hearty burgers, from classics such as the Philly Cheese Steak and BT Cheeseburger, to specialties like the Cajun Chicken, Death By Maple, and even a Vegan Pulled Pork. Offering street style vibes and options to dine in, takeaway, or deliver, it’s the perfect spot for a catch up with friends, a quick bite to eat, or a grand celebration. If you’re not quite up for a stomach filling burger, try out their loaded fries, tacos, chicken wings, or delicious milkshakes.

190 OXFORD ST, BULIMBA 3899 6293 BURGERTIME69.COM.AU

LONDON SPICE Taking flavour, heat, and pace from the classic South-East Asian cuisine and adding in their own personality and style, the talented team from London Spice serve up scrumptious Indian and SouthEast Asian style food to Bulimba and its surrounds seven days a week. Diners will enjoy authentic meals beneath the dazzling neon lights, taking in their surrounds of sizzling plates and clinking wine glasses. It’s the perfect spot to take either family, friends, or lovers, with the team at London Spice full of knowledge, dedicated to good hospitality and serving you delicious food.

190 OXFORD ST, BULIMBA P 3161 7335 LONDONSPICE.COM.AU

THE SOURCE BULK FOODS BULIMBA This zero-waste foodie heaven stocks a huge range of packagefree pantry staples, cooking essentials, specialty superfoods, and on-tap cleaning and personal care products. From glutenfree and paleo, to vegan and organic, there are options for everyone’s dietary needs and ingredients you might struggle to find at the supermarket. The team at The Source Bulk Foods Bulimba encourage shoppers to make conscious decisions when it comes to doing the weekly shop and say goodbye to singleuse plastic packaging. When shopping at The Source Bulimba, you can take as much or as little product as you like and even choose to take in your own jars, containers and bottles from home to fill up, making it a zero-waste shopping experience.

3/134 OXFORD ST, BULIMBA P 3217 9581 @THESOURCEBULKFOODSBULIMBA

VIETNAMESE MINT Husband and wife team Tze and Tran started their own little eatery in Morningside in 2013, before relocating to Bulimba in 2016. With Vietnamese and Malaysian backgrounds between them, it’s certain that each dish is made as authentically as possible, incorporating only the freshest herbs and ingredients. Their menu ranges from rice paper rolls, Vietnamese salads, and Pho, to Singapore Noodles, Pad Thai and laksa, with all of their sauces and pastes made in store and cooked with Tze’s master stock. They’re always trying to create something new, recently producing unicorn noodles and magic noodles, which change colour as you eat them.

180 OXFORD ST, BULIMBA P 0451 733 577 VIETNAMESEMINT.COM.AU

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TONI & GUY HAIRDRESSING BULIMBA Now in their 10th year, the team at Toni & Guy Bulimba work closely together to customise the perfect look for every client. With 13 nominations in the Australian Hairdressing Awards this year, you can have complete confidence that your dream colour, style, or cut can be achieved by hairdressers and stylists with over 50 years of experience between them. They also stock the full range of label.m products, the Wella Professionals colour range, and plenty of extras, such as espresso coffee, luxurious head massages, and complementary parking, makeup application, Keratin straightening, and showpony hair extensions.

5 WAMBOOL ST, BULIMBA P 3359 3545 TONIANDGUY.COM.AU

KING CRAB CO If you’re a lover of delicious, juicy, fresh seafood, then waste no time heading over to King Crab Co. Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through to Sunday, they serve American-style seafood that you can crack open yourself, with seafood lovers travelling far and wide for their take on the classic Louisiana-style boiled crab. They also offer a range of other seafood delights, including lobster rolls, sizzling local garlic prawns and oysters.

Their theatrical theming and laid-back atmosphere is inviting for the whole family and you’re sure to become a member of their loyal following of foodie fans after your very first bite.

1/161 OXFORD ST, BULIMBA P 3162 9808 KINGCRABCO.COM.AU

STARFIRE JEWELLERY This stunning boutique in the heart of Bulimba has a large array of unique diamond and gem jewellery designs available for lovers of all things that sparkle. Sitting proudly on Oxford Street for the last three years, Starfire Jewellery carries a diverse range of diamonds, specialising in engagement rings and personalised masterpieces. This year, they are hoping to create and implement a red carpet experience for all customers, offering absolute exclusivity and a personalised service.

162 OXFORD ST, BULIMBA P 3399 1176 STARFIREJEWELLERY.COM

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THE WHITE OWL BOUTIQUE Recently securing a permanent spot on Oxford Street, this delightful boutique stocks a wide range of well known brands including Shilla, Cartel & Willow, Apero, Elm Lifestyle, Mist, Buddha Wear, Status Anxiety and Fox & Fallow. Specialising in affordable fashion essentials for the busy woman, The White Owl Boutique can sort you out with outfits that can go from the desk to dinner or everywhere in between.

They also have a gorgeous online store stocking the latest items that can be shipped Australia wide, as well as a click and collect service allowing customers to secure the size they want before picking up their order in store. The boutique has new stock delivered weekly and is open seven days.

158C OXFORD ST, BULIMBA P 0402 108 891 THEWHITEOWLBOUTIQUE.COM

HAWTHORNE GARAGE Forget the supermarkets when it comes to your next grocery shop and make your way to the local grocer that offers a onestop shopping solution for anything and everything gourmet. Hawthorne Garage offers a shopping experience that brings together fresh food and excellent service.

Their iconic old ‘garage’ is ideal for your daily shop, providing an extensive range of local, national and international products.

When it comes to fresh produce, the team engages with wholesalers to source the very best and freshest produce throughout the Australian farming network.

They also offer a range of traditional cut meats, and a deli serving an abundant range of wraps, sandwiches, salads, and prepared meals made fresh daily, as well as a variety of cured meats, olives, cheeses, and pickles.

Plus, their DNA Espresso Bar is open every day through to 8pm for your daily hit of caffeine.

285 HAWTHORNE RD, HAWTHORNE P 3899 5511 HAWTHORNEGARAGE.COM.AU

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EXPERTS—

EXPERTS COFFEE MASTERCLASS with Penny Wolff

CONTENT MARKETING with Courtney Frank

STYLING TIPS with Mark Ferguson

A coffee a day keeps the doctor away

Custom content will always be King

Sneakers with a suit?

A number of studies have now confirmed that coffee has a number of health benefits, including the prevention of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, type 2 diabetes and liver disease, including liver cancer.

Recent studies also suggest that coffee appears to make you smarter, improve cognitive function, and decrease the risk of depression. And it’s no surprise, as coffee is loaded with nutrients and antioxidants.

But it’s not all positive, as there are a few health risks associated with drinking coffee.

Coffee lovers are encouraged to keep in mind their beverage choices, including size of cup, milk choice, and the necessity of adding cream, syrups and sugar, which of course add fat and calories.

It’s important to remember that this can add up to hundreds of calories per cup in some cases. Try to seek out specialty coffee that’s naturally loaded with flavour and texture, minus the unnecessary calories.

Unfortunately, custom marketing content is not something that’s utilised by many companies. Often, businesses will repurpose existing material, whether this be through a re-share on social media, buying blog posts or hyperlinking to websites. Whilst this might seem like a quick and easy solution, it’s not going to get you anywhere; it’s 2019 and you really should be producing quality and unique content, completely personalised to you and your brand.

Which is where we come in. Did you know that we are a full-service creative agency that can help you create personalised content. Whether that be a customised gift guide featuring your products, a blog post, bespoke social media content or a printed advertorial, we’re here to shine a light on your business, in the best way possible.

Personalisation is no longer just a buzzword used in the marketing world, it’s imperative to the future success of your business. Call us, we can help.

While many may disagree, it is now considered stylish to wear sneakers with a suit. Like anything that’s not quite the norm, it has to be done with particular attention to detail.

Firstly, pick the right occasion. Your white collar corporate job generally won’t accept sneakers. Consider a cocktail party or a Friday long lunch. When it comes to style, your Asics or other running shoes are not acceptable.

Choose a dress sneaker that’s either Gucci, LV, Fendi, or Wil Valor.

White is also a great colour to choose, as the idea behind wearing a sneaker is to make it stand out while complimenting the rest of the outfit. They must be clean to the point of almost spotless, and be worn with a tapered trouser or chino with a shorter hem, separate trouser and jacket combinations, or a solid white, baby blue, or white pink shirt.

If you are fashion relevant, you will be seriously considering this style. If you have your doubts, maybe it’s time to evolve.

WOLFF COFFEE ROASTERS 140 GERLER RD, HENDRA P 3267 5551 WOLFFCOFFEEROASTERS.COM.AU

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Best of Beauty for that

GLOW FROM WITHIN Our pick of beauty specialists and gurus who can help you achieve your perfect look.

Naked Body Beauty Bar Browskii As your ultimate brow specialist,the team at Browskii are proud to offer a safe, comfortable and luxurious environment for every client. Known for their amazing blonde brows and vegan and cruelty free products, Browskii offers feather touch brows, combination brow tattoos, henna brows, lash lifts and much more.

Owner Ashleigh has extensive experience and knowledge of skin, having worked as a registered nurse for seven years, so you can easily achieve the natural, undetectable look you’ve been longing for.

BROWSKII.COM.AU

Eleventh Heaven The philosophy of Eleventh Heaven by Dr Ricky Sia is about facial designs using advanced injectable and skin treatments. When it comes to medical aesthetic treatments such as lip fillers and anti wrinkle treatments, the team likes to utilise the concept of natural beauty and current fashion trends to customise your aesthetic design. Eleventh Heaven also offers a laser skincare treatment called Clear & Brilliant, which helps to brighten the skin tone and reduce the appearance of pigmentation and pores. With minimal to no downtime, this treatment is great for a “pick me up” before your next big event.

Known for their famous $29 spray tans, this on-the-go beauty bar carries three different tanning brands, including Solaire, Naked Tan and Techno Tan. With 11 different solutions in violet, green and blue bases, you’re sure to always end up with the perfect, sun-kissed glow after every tan. All of their tans are two to four hour express, allowing you to get on with your day quickly and avoid staining your bed sheets. While tanning is their most popular treatment, Naked Body Beauty Bar also offer waxing services, including brows, legs and Brazilians.

2/267 GIVEN TCE, PADDINGTON P 0414 471 860 NBBB.COM.AU

Preah Love Cosmetic Tattoo If you’ve been on the hunt for a dedicated brow specialist, look no further than this south side studio.

Owner Preah has a passion for perfectly crafted brows, and is devoted to giving her clients the best results, ensuring they’re obsessed with their full, perfectly shaped, natural looking brows. Preah also offers lip blush cosmetic tattooing, which enhances the lips by giving them a slight tint and a more defined shape. This allows the lips to look plump and full of colour for months, so you can kiss, eat, and drink without worrying about any smudging. @PREAHLOVECOSMETICTATTOO

1/46 DOGGETT ST, NEWSTEAD P 3108 9618 ELEVENTHHEAVEN.COM.AU

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Best of Beauty

The Brow and Skin Studio Give your skin the treatment it deserves, with services scientifically proven to give you a youthful glow. The Brow and Skin Studio is where beauty meets science, offering state of the art services such as Omnilux Light Therapy, Cosmelan, Mesoeclat, and OBSERV 520 which accurately diagnoses skin types and underlying conditions before commencing treatment. Light Therapy is their number one treatment, repairing tired and damaged cells and stimulating collagen and elastin to create plumper, smoother, healthier skin.

Cosmelan and Mesoeclat treatments are great if you want a glowing complexion, correcting pigmentation and aging, and decreasing colour production in areas where there’s excess melanin.

469 WATERWORKS RD, ASHGROVE P 3366 0002 BROWANDSKINSTUDIO.COM.AU

Australian Skin Institute Makeup Brush Set 12p Rose Gold $110

Australian Skin Institute Achieve a flawless look for your next big event with a 12 piece brush set from Australian Skin Institute. Whether you’re attending a night out with friends or getting ready for work, this set will help you complete the perfect makeup look, and includes a travel case so you can use them on the go.

AUSTRALIANSKININSTITUTE.COM.AU

SkinSpirit Day Spa

Jlash Eyelash Extensions & Beauty With a bachelor degree in nursing and a graduate diploma in cosmetic injectables, Jeh from Jlash Eyelash Extensions & Beauty offers her clients high quality eyelash extensions, eyebrow artistry, dermal therapy, and cosmetic treatments.

Located 15 minutes from the CBD in Coorparoo, Jeh provides a holistic approach to each client, answering any question or concern with her strong knowledge of beauty techniques to ensure the best result is always achieved.

If you’ve been longing for a relaxation session that leaves your skin glowing, SkinSpirit Day Spa’s Signature Facial Spa Package is exactly what you need. Packed with luxury skin-loving goodness, the high performance treatment starts with a customised Thalgo Facial Treatment, and then continues into a Hyaluronic Eye Treatment & Nourishing Decolletage Treatment, as well as relaxing spa treatments to enjoy. Your skin and body will feel completely rejuvenated after experiencing this treatment, with complimentary organic tea served afterwards for the perfect finish to nurture the soul.

212 CRACKNELL RD, TARRAGINDI P 3162 6775 SKINSPIRIT.COM.AU

344 OLD CLEVELAND RD, COORPAROO P 0415 143 049 JLASH.COM.AU

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Aquarius Health & Medispa With a clinic located in the CBD, and another newly opened in West End, this award winning day spa is the only place you need to visit for complete rejuvenation. Recharge and relax at the luxurious salon, with state of the art facilities that blend spa therapies and positive aging cosmetic procedures into one. Providing an elegant and private environment where guests are made to feel welcome, this unique Brisbane spa offers cosmetic medicine and plastic surgery, physiotherapy, and traditional spa therapies, and is also fitted with an Asian inspired bathhouse and a fitness centre.

AQUARIUSHEALTHMEDISPA.COM.AU

Cameo Rose Hair Boutique This Wavell Heights salon offers each and every client a personalised service, ensuring they walk out loving themselves and their new look. Expert stylists will work out a plan best suited to you, giving you the ultimate hair experience from start to finish.

Specialising in blondes, the salon always uses Olaplex to ensure long term hair health, and the most perfect, creamy blonde colour.

CAMEOROSEHAIRBOUTIQUE.COM.AU

Sakura Day Spa The unhurried nature and peaceful atmosphere of Sakura Day Spa allows the easing of everyday stresses. Sakura’s skilled therapists offer you a range of soothing body treatments, facials, massages and spa services that leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated with a wonderful sense of wellbeing. Their packages combine treatments for full head to toe relaxation, and can be catered for special days with a friend or partner.

They also specialise in providing group treatments for events such as birthdays and Hen’s Party’s.

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1A/54 VERNON TCE, TENERIFFE P 3257 3408 SAKURADAYSPA.COM.AU

Banish all of your skin concerns and amplify the parts of your body that make you feel confident and good about yourself with the conveniently located Brisbane CBD clinics at Laser Clinics Australia. Whether you’re battling breakouts, scarring, pigmentation, redness or fine lines, there is an affordable and reliable treatment available for you. The teams at LCA Queens Plaza and LCA Myer Centre Brisbane are open before and after standard trading hours and are dedicated to providing accessible treatments to every client, ensuring their concerns are targeted correctly. Their services range between cosmetic grade peels, pigmentation removal, capillary reduction, LED light therapy, Kleresca, microdermabrasion and skin needling, laser hair removal, and cosmetic injections.

SHOP LG01, QUEENS PLAZA SHOPPING CENTRE, 226 QUEEN ST, BRISBANE P 07 3077 9628 SHOP 111A, THE MYER CENTRE BRISBANE, 91 QUEEN ST, BRISBANE P 07 3063 9546 LASERCLINICS.COM.AU

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Luscious lashes Give your eyes a dramatic and voluminous look for longer, with a set of eyelash extensions from Brazilian Beauty.

Wispy, dark, and perfectly curved lashes are something that every woman chases when wanting to create the perfect eye look. While multiple layers of mascara can help to achieve length and colour, it’s almost certain it will end up smudged, flaking, and faded after a few short hours.

Eyelash extensions are the perfect replacement for mascara, and while once considered a luxury treatment reserved for A-list stars, it’s now more available than ever, with Brazilian Beauty offering $99 lash extensions throughout March and April. While they’re a great alternative to slathering on mascara every day, they need to be cared for appropriately to ensure longevity.

There are a number of ways to help your lashes stay put for longer, as well as maintain

their shape, length, and texture for the duration of their wear. Firstly, it’s important to avoid water for the first 24 to 48 hours after application, to ensure the glue is completely dry and your lashes are going to stay in place.

From then on, you need to make sure you’re fanning your lashes dry after hopping out of the shower or pool, or after a sweaty gym session to keep the glue set.

Throughout their wear, try to avoid touching your lashes, or applying moisturizer or facial oil too close to the eye area. You can keep them in shape by combing them every morning to brush out any stray lashes and kinks, and apply lash extension sealant to keep them looking picture perfect for that little bit longer.

Finally, try to avoid applying mascara to your

lash extensions, they’re beautiful on their own.

Aim to have them refilled every two to three weeks so you’re never left with sparse areas or twisted lashes.

BRAZILIAN BEAUTY 13/104 NEWMARKET RD, WINDSOR P 3357 4081 BRAZILIANBEAUTY.COM.AU

BROOKE JESBERG

Flawless skin Brooke Jesberg from Brooklyn Beauty Bar is excited to launch the most in-demand skin treatment in Australia, the BB Peptide Facial.

A completely new approach to skin care has made its way to Brooklyn Beauty Bar, allowing you to achieve flawless skin and throw your foundation into the trash. This new method of skin care gives your skin the same effect a layer of BB cream can provide, with visible results lasting for an entire year. The BB Peptide Facial is a non-traumatic technique that is absolutely pain-free, with no down time at all. Depending on your skin, in just three to six, 40-60 minute STYLEMAGAZINES.COM.AU

treatments, your skin will look flawless, or as if you’re wearing the perfect shade of BB cream.

The treatment is made up of BB Peptide Serums, which are an innovative complex of highly concentrated, biologically active ingredients that can stop the influence of time.

The active ingredients of the serum, peptides, vitamin C, and amino acids penetrate the skin even without traumatizing it, maximally nourishing and restoring your skin cells.

If you wear foundation on a day to day basis, this treatment is perfect for you. Evening out skin tones, freckles, discolouration, and hyperpigmentation, and giving a smoothing, moisturizing effect, it’s ideal for those of us with acne scars, dark spots, or aesthetic age changes.

Flawless skin year round is now easier than ever.

BROOKLYN BEAUTY BAR 5/15 JAMES ST, FORTITUDE VALLEY 61 PETRIE TCE, THE BARRACKS 0421 202 447 BROOKLYNBEAUTYBAR.COM.AU

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EXPERTS—

BODY EXPERTS PLASTIC SURGERY with Dr Matthew Peters

MIND MATTERS with Wayne Donnelly

VARICOSE VEINS with Dr Nicholas Kemp

Going under the radar

How to break the pattern

Keeping your veins healthy

There are many ways to remain discrete about the personal choice to undergo plastic surgery and transition into the new you following your procedure. Choose your time wisely, so you can recover and recharge before returning to work. De-clutter your schedule and reduce your commitments.

Consider the season, as the cooler months will allow you to layer clothing in order to hide your post-operative surgical garments.

A healthy diet, regular exercise, and vitamins can help to reduce bruising and swelling after surgery, and improve how your wounds heal. In addition to this, ensure you use silicone gel to protect fresh scars, foundation with sun protection to eliminate damage, and high quality skin cleansers to help manage inflamed wounds.

Any surgery or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified medical practitioner.

If we observe our own behaviour, we begin to notice the patterns in what we do. This could be the routine we do to get ready for work, how we solve our problems with the same approach, or how we react to challenges in the same way.

However, not all of our patterns of behaviour are positive. Smoking, over eating, stress, anxiety, fear, and under performance can all be detrimental to our lives.

Before developing new patterns of behaviour to improve your enjoyment of life, it’s important to break old patterns and interrupt the mind and body connection.

For example, you may notice that you speak or hold your body a certain way when you “stress.”

After identifying the pattern, try to change things up. Alter your posture, hold your arms by your side, or look up to the ceiling. Breaking a pattern is a powerful way to take control of how you feel.

As temperatures remain high throughout March, additional challenges can become present for those who suffer from venous disease. The heat can cause veins to dilate, which in turn can lead to increased discomfort and swelling. Other patients report sensitivity of the skin on their legs, including itchiness and dry skin.

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is especially important to decrease the risk of vein swelling, as well as walking later on in the day to help relieve venous congestion.

Swimming and aqua jogging are also great activities to help symptoms, as the ‘antigravity’ movements take the pressure off your legs, relieving symptoms such as aches and throbbing.

Compression therapy is another option to help support your legs. While you may have some concerns wearing them in the heat, new materials allow the stockings to breathe better than those previously available.

VALLEY PLASTIC SURGERY 51 BALLOW ST, FORTITUDE VALLEY P 3488 8119 VALLEYPLASTICSURGERY.COM.AU

WAYNE DONNELLY P 0416 929 636 WAYNEDONNELLY.COM

THE LEG VEIN DOCTOR 465 MILTON RD, AUCHENFLOWER P 3720 9912 THELEGVEINDOCTOR.COM

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UPDATES FROM EXPERTS IN THE FIELD

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WHOLESOME DENTISTRY with Dr Anne-Maree Cole

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY with Dr John Barletta

RELATIONSHIP ADVICE with Paul Baker

Sleep healthy for your brain’s sake

Pop psych vs. self help

Gaining a better perspective

Experts are considering sleep as the third pillar of health, alongside diet and exercise.

While some sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnoea have long been associated with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and impaired daytime function, there’s now accumulating evidence that poor sleep can be associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

Dental practitioners are like the gate keepers of the airways, so are in a good position to screen patients for potential sleep disorders. They can play a vital role in the joint care of improving sleep quality through the use of oral appliances, jaw development orthodontics, and orofacial myofunctional therapy.

The experienced team at James Street Dentists hold sleep health in high regard, with Dr Anne-Maree Cole completing her Masters Degree in Sleep Medicine. James St Dentists applies a whole body approach to dentistry.

Popular psychology started in the 1960s, and describes human endeavours purportedly based on psychology, finding credence among the populace.

This pseudo-psychology is often promoted by authors, consultants and entertainers whose opinions are based on their experiences and biases. Sometimes, these people are perceived as being psychologists, not due to their credentials, but because they have projected that image in their work. They often make promises or guarantees, and have simplistic explanations of complex issues, with a focus on selling.

Self-help columns, as well as books and programs, are a useful addition to professional services, as they have supporting evidence. So the next time you invest energy, time, or money into programs or people, ask about their qualifications, evidence, and expertise – you deserve quality.

We’re all guilty of staying so fixed on a thought that we fail to see other points of view. In the interest of helping you change your perspective and your relationship, try to remember the handy saying, “If I change my thought, my attitude changes, if I change my attitude, my behaviour changes, if my behaviour changes, my perspective changes.”

An example might be the way your partner removes themselves from difficult conversations. If we challenge our thought regarding why they do that, we might find ourselves with kinder explanations.

If you find they’re getting overwhelmed, try a soothing strategy or let them take a moment to collect their thoughts before responding. Our perspective now changes on their behaviour, therefore we are more prepared to listen to them. Challenge the thought and gain a better attitude, better behaviour and a kinder perspective. Your partner will thank you for it.

JAMES STREET DENTISTS 151 ROBERTSON ST, FORTITUDE VALLEY P 3257 1577 JAMESSTREETDENTISTS.COM.AU

DR JOHN BARLETTA, CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST LEVEL 1, SUITE 2, 3 DAYS RD, GRANGE P 3356 4400 WWW.JOHNBARLETTA.COM

PBR COACHING 8 HURST ST, GORDON PARK P 0432 071 00 PBRCOACHING.COM.AU

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We love Kate Miller-Heidke and can’t wait to see her perform at Eurovision. The Australia Decides VIP After Party at Nineteen at The Star, The Star Gold Coast, saw the stars come out to celebrate Kate who will be repping us in Tel Aviv. Big voices, feathers, sequins and crazy getups we’re Eurovision ready!

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Brides and Grooms-to-be gathered together at The Summit Restaurant Wedding Showcase, where wedding planners vowed to create weddings to reflect their unique love story. (See what we did there?). Magnificent views of Brisbane and beyond set the scene. Love, Set! Michael Story & Luke Meadows

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72 Hours in Paradise It’s the jewel in tropical North Queensland’s crown and Port Douglas is everything you dream a coastal destination to be. Styler Courtney Frank spent three days soaking up everything the seaside paradise has to offer.

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or me, there are a few buzzwords that come to mind when someone mentions Port Douglas – tropical, relaxation, serenity and nature to name a few. It’s casual yet sophisticated, lush and inviting, tranquil and relaxing – which makes it the perfect destination for a wedding, honeymoon, babymoon or romantic couples’ getaway. Or in my case, a three-day break from my crazy, chaotic everyday life!

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We arrive at Cairns Airport and are whisked away to the beautiful Thala Beach Lodge for a tour of their picturesque eco and wildlife retreat. We’re treated to lunch at Osprey’s Restaurant, where we dine amongst the treetops, overlooking the magnificent 58-hectare reserve. It’s the perfect start to what’s sure to be an amazing weekend.

Top pick: an afternoon spent relaxing at the private-access beach, sipping on a fresh coconut.

Next, we head into the heart of Port Douglas for the part of the weekend I’m most excited about. An afternoon spent sailing on the Great Barrier Reef. I’m a North Queensland girl, so I’ve been lucky enough to venture out to the reef on several occasions, but I must admit, my past experiences were nowhere near as special as this because Sailaway Port Douglas has really nailed their afternoon sunset cruise. Departing at 1pm, we ventured out to the Low Isles where we explored protected Coral Cay, snorkeled in crystal blue water and lounged underneath the coconut palms. I promise you, it was every bit as relaxing as it sounds.

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& Spa, which will be our accommodation for the night. Immediately, I wonder if I’ve somehow been transported to Indonesia, because these villas are the very definition of tranquility. There are frangipani trees, soaring pavilions and lillipad dotted lakes and my private villa is almost as big as my apartment back home. I’m officially in heaven.

Hot tip: located just across the road from St Mary’s Chapel, Salsa’s is the perfect postceremony location for cocktails or a relaxed and intimate wedding reception.

Friday night concludes with dinner at Zinc Port Douglas, an extremely stylish (and popular) local restaurant that happens to host many wedding receptions and celebrations. Their menu is extensive and delicious and we feasted on fresh local seafood and expertly crafted cocktails.

It’s 3pm and we’re off to our accommodation for the night, which I’ve heard is an absolute showstopper. And oh my goodness, it did not disappoint. ReNewell is an Executive Retreats property and is located on Newell Beach. The house is unassuming from the outside, but when you step through the front doors, you’re greeted with the most magnificent open plan home filled with natural light and a beautiful sea-breeze. There’s a huge infinity pool where we spend the rest of the day lounging and looking out over our private beach with a glass of wine in hand. Later, we’re treated to a private dinner by Port Douglas Catering which now sits in one of my top five favourite meals of all time. I go to bed a very happy girl.

SATURDAY

Need to know: ReNewell is a very popular

Today is all about meeting local wedding vendors and exploring the beautiful town of Port Douglas. After checking out of our accommodation, we start the day by visiting St Mary’s by the Sea; a historic 1880 fully restored non-denominational church that literally overlooks the Coral Sea. It’s an icon of the town and with its high ceilings, huge glass altar window and stained-glass windows, it’s easy to see why it’s a popular venue for wedding ceremonies.

Today’s lunch is at the iconic Salsa’s Bar & Grill which we learn is a local favourite. We feast on some many delicious dishes, but the standouts were easily the Barramundi spring rolls and the pulled pork piquillo poppers.

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Highly recommend: the villas at Niramaya are perfect for the loved-up couple.

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SUNDAY It’s our final day in paradise and whilst I’m devastated to be leaving, we have one final destination before we jet back to Brisbane and back to reality. We head up to The Daintree where we spend the morning zip-lining through the canopies and exploring the wonder of the oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest in the world. It’s an incredible experience and the perfect way to finish three days in paradise.

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KATRINA Senior Graphic Designer Favourite spot for weekend brunch?

Perfect way to end the weekend

NODO’s is amazing!

Snuggled up with my partner.

Weekend uniform

Early wake-ups or sleep in?

Linen dress & beach hat.

Mmm it’s lucky if I’m out of bed before 9am on a weekend.

Favourite beach if the weather permits?

Trusty Birkenstocks, something linen and air dried hair.

Saturday night anthem

I absolutely love swimming at Tallebudgera Beach with my husband and dogs.

Sunday night ritual Organise Monday’s outfit, face mask or a hair treatment and an early night.

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How do you take time out for yourself on your days off?

Relaxing in my swing chair with a good book.

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EMILY Key Account Manager Favourite spot for weekend brunch Hamptons in Hendra.

Perfect way to end the weekend Bubble bath and a glass of wine.

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How do you take time out for yourself on your days off?

Hair up, face mask on, quiet time.

Sunday night ritual

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Early wake-ups or sleep in?

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Daina Lindsay A Brissy wife and mum with a passion for probiotics, gut health, and living a healthy and full life. @daina.lindsay

Do you have any advice on how to live a healthy lifestyle?

What’s your occupation?

Founder/Director PONO Probiotics

Tell us a bit about PONO Probiotics PONO is an ancient Hawaiian term that means rightness, correctness, alignment, goodness, excellence and well-being. These are things that we hope for in life for ourselves, our families and also our health. PONO is a fun family friendly probiotic range that tastes delicious, in a format that is able to be incorporated into smoothies, cereal, yoghurt, puddings, bliss balls, or even taken straight off the spoon.

For me it’s really about living a healthy balanced lifestyle. I always follow the basics of eating my fruit and veg, drinking plenty of water, exercising and also getting enough sleep each night.

What’s your heritage?

I was born in South Australia, as were my parents, however all my grandparents are Latvian.

Favourite restaurant in Brisbane?

Gut health! As they say, your gut is your body’s second brain.

On Sunday you’ll find me...

PONO Probiotics Lychee Iced Green Tea Tonic 500ml $35.95

At Milton Markets or Charlie’s Fruit Market picking up my fruit and vegetables for the week, then a quick trip to Bunnings to pick up something for the garden...

My all-time fav is Spice Den, and then heading to Mr Percival’s for a cocktail.

Instant pick-me-up

What does a day on a plate look like for you?

My morning smoothie.

I always start the day off with a smoothie to get me going, consisting of a shot of coffee, a frozen banana, a scoop of protein powder, a teaspoon of our Coconut Plus Probiotic Powder, Almond Milk, Cinnamon and Ice. For lunch, I have a salad with tuna, for an afternoon snack I have carrots or rice crackers with hummus, and for dinner, some kind of poke bowl or buddha bowl.

Noosa for my second half marathon of the year.

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I’m passionate about...

Next holiday destination?

Where’s your happy place?

Hawaii! There is just something so magical about the place.

What motivates you?

My husband. He always knows how to challenge me, lift my mood, and keep me going.

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