Fashion Journal #146 by Furst Media

I S S U E 1 4 6 - M AY 2 0 1 5

FASHION JOURNAL MELBOURNE - SYDNEY - BRISBANE - ADELAIDE - PERTH

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Inside this Issue PUBLISHER Furst Media Pty Ltd. 3 Newton Street, Richmond, VIC www.furstmedia.com.au www.fashionjournal.com.au EDITOR

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We know the impending arrival of winter can be depressing so we are here to help. Our May issue is full of good bits to beat the seasonal gloom. One of our favourite pastimes is a weekend (or weekday) sleep-in. To pay homage to cosy mornings in bed, we’ve put together our pick of this season’s cutest sleepwear and bedding (pg16). To show our dedication to the humble avocado, we are sharing with you our all-time favourite gaucamole recipe (pg47). Because what’s better than a weekend sleep-in with gauc and corn chips?

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We take a dip into the world of men’s grooming, rounding up some of our favourite stores and brands to keep you looking sharp (p52). Oh, and we also sit down with some pretty cool people. Flip through to see our chats with Miami Horror (pg22), the very talented kids from Pai (pg20) and Alexandra Champion Hackett of completely cool label, A.L.C.H (p24). Have a rad month and we’ll catch you next issue! Leah and Giulia x

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ON THE COVER:

Mali @ Chic Management wears: Asuar raw top $159

THE SCOOP Fashion news

28 WALK THE WALK Editorial

Photographer: Eddie New Full shoot credits on page 36

14 GOODS Things we love

36 BACK TO BASICS Editorial

20 PEOPLE PAI

44 DESIGNER PROFILES Coming up

22 MUSIC Miami Horror

47 RECIPE Best-ever guacamole

24 PEOPLE A.L.C.H

48 HAIR & BEAUTY Clean and Simple

26 SHOP STOP Retail Profiles

54 LOOK AND LISTEN Reviews

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FJ N EWS

The Scoop Melissa Three brand new Melissa styles will be available in-store and online from mid May to wrap up the footwear label’s AW15 collection Star Walker. The eclectic range is rich in texture and colour, with deep hues of burgundy, navy, grey, and metallic accents setting the tone for a galactic fantasy. The final drop will introduce the Spice – an Alexander Wang style flat with gold hardware detailing, the Karl Lagerfeld Brogue – a glossy peep toe, and the Love System Now – a sporty-chic lace-up trainer.

Dr Denim Jeansmakers

Available from M Dreams stores

We’re hoping by now that you’re familiar with one of our favorite denim labels Dr Denim. Now in their 10th year, our Scandinavian friends have just released what could be their most comfortable line yet. The DIXY (low), LEXY (mid) and MOXY (high) is a capsule of four-pocket, ultra-slim denim tights. All featuring the same super skinny leg with a tapered ankle, all you have left to do is choose your rise. From a label that’s already renowned for incorporating comfort within their jeans, we can’t say anything else but go and check them out.

and melissaaustralia.com.au

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Dion Lee x Target If there’s one thing we love more than highend fashion, it’s affordable high-end fashion. Target has been teaming up with some pretty rad designers of late, and the latest to join the line-up, Dion Lee, has us pretty excited. Lee’s collection for Target will launch in 35 selected stores nationally and online as part of the retailer’s ‘Designers for Target’ program. Renowned for his sleek, contemporary tailoring, the collection will feature day-to-night clothing, loungewear, performance wear and accessories with prices ranging between $25 and $119. target.com.au/dionlee

Dr. Martens The newest Dr. Martens are finally here. Say hello to the 1460 and 1461 Monochrome Pack, featuring classic styles with new colours and materials. The sleek and tapered shapes are here to stay, but gone are the yellow details, and cue identical colouring for the sole, welt, stitches, eyelets, laces, heel loops and linings. The shoes are heat-sealed then stitched from durable leather with a smooth finish. Expect them at Platypus Shoes this May.

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Timberland A rugged take on a classic, the Timberland Radford boots are made for walking, hiking and urban exploration. Featuring a zip around the ankle for clever storage and an optional roll top, these guys are your ultimate outdoor adventure shoe. The range is designed and manufactured with a commitment to the environment in mind, using recycled and eco-conscious materials wherever possible. For stockists call 1800 655 154

MUJI CBKD X BNKR Adelaide-based fashion house, Australian Fashion Labels, is ready to launch an exclusive capsule collection in its retailer, BNKR. Designed by BNKR's own Cooper Davis, the collection includes a hand-drawn bold tribal print, Japanese inspired artwork and strong monochrome line work. With an interesting outlook on fashion and style from his years at Adelaide TAFE fashion school, Davis has explored his own overt imagination to create a commercial yet completely fashion-forward collection. Composed of four tops, two dresses and a pair of pants, the first drop will land online and in BNKR's Adelaide flagship store on June 22. Stay tuned. 160 Rundle Mall, Adelaide fashionbunker.com

Graine Our latest leather obsession is Graine – a family owned and operated accessories label which is designed and made in Melbourne. While Graine is relatively new on the scene, their expertise spans generations. All pieces are individually handmade in their factory which has been operating for over 30 years. Leathers are predominantly from Tuscany’s tanning region, complemented with pieces of Australian sourced leather. Graine designs are fresh, functional and fashionable and include a range of unique leather handbags, clutches, tech accessories, wallets and cardholders. Pop into their showroom in East Brunswick VIC or view the full range online. Images via kiirby.com 4-6 Lincoln Street, Brunswick East VIC graine.com.au

Founded in Japan in 1980, MUJI believes in the concept of emphasising everyday items to reach optimal quality and simplicity. The international retailer with 610 stores around the world has just announced the opening of a grand flagship store in The Galeries in Sydney. Known for eco-friendly, high-quality, no-fuss products and minimal packaging, this will be MUJI’s third Australian store. The range will include furniture, homewares, skincare products, stationery, bedding and travel goods. Level 1, The Galeries, 500 George Street Sydney muji.com/au

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Calvin Klein Jeans The highly anticipated #mycalvins Denim Series has officially launched across retailers Australia-wide. Inspired by athletic and urban streetwear, the limited edition range includes unisex logo tees, sweatshirts, caps, backpacks and jackets, as well as key denim pieces in classic CK washes of white, baby blue and faded black. The collection will be available at Calvin Klein Jeans stores at World Square (NSW), Crown Casino (VIC), as well as The Iconic and selected General Pants Co., MYER and David Jones stores nationwide. With prices ranging from $99.95 to $339.95, the Kendall Jenner look is within reach. #mycalvins Denim Series For stocklists call 1300 850 450

Up There Store

Makers of Belief Here’s a paradox for you: vintage and timeless, but modern and on trend. Taking on a completely new approach to style reinterpretation, Makers of Belief hunts down the best parts of yesterday and reshuffles them into relevant pieces for tomorrow, ready for you to pick up today. Throw in a healthy dose of sparkle and hearty hit of costume, and bam, vintage gets a makeover. You’d better believe it. makersofbelief.com

Firsts are always exciting, and Up There’s first ever full in-house collection of quality menswear is especially so. Designed in Melbourne and crafted meticulously in Japan, the SS15 collection Premier Clothing emits an air of artistry while preserving an undertone of comfort. Each piece is constructed from the finest Japanese fabric, bolstering striking designs with elaborate details. From their heavy-duty tees to waterproof parkas to the softest fleece sweaters, Up There packs a few of this season’s absolute essentials. uptherestore.com

FJ G O O DS

CARRIED AWAY

PH O TO GR A PH Y BY RI CH ARD I B RAH I M STYLING BY B ON N I E KAY

As we get ready to roll into winter, now is the perfect excuse to update your arm candy. There’s nothing like a new bag to make you feel all brand new, so we’re here to help you find your perfect match. Opt for muted or deep tones, strong shapes and minimal detail for a refined aesthetic, and focus on quality and feel. It all adds up to total luxury without draining your wallet. Because once you’ve found the perfect bag, you’ll need some cash to put in it. Clockwise from bottom left: BELSAC 5001 coin purse $75 | MARIE TURNOR The picnic clutch $205 from NAPOLEON PERDIS LIFE.STYLE GRAINE Rags to Richmond clutch $149.95 from A QUIRK OF FATE ROYAL REPUBLIQ Raf Evening bag $259 from SOMEPLACE ELK Tome bag $189 | ELK Ramme purse $75

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SWEET DREA MS

PH O TO GR A PH Y BY RI CH ARD I B RAH I M STYLING BY B ON N I E K AY Top left: MUJI Double size bed pad $99 (used throughout) | HOMEWORK Peach Pit pillowcase $45 COTTON ON BODY sleep mask $4.95 | SACK ME Krispy Dream cushion $49.95 | THE GOODNIGHT SOCIETY That’s Cactus 3/4 leggings $49.95 Top right: COTTON ON BODY Body Booster bra $29.95 | KIP AND CO Spearmint velvet pillowcase $45 | COTTON ON BODY Breaky Club shirt $29.95 COTTON ON BODY Freedom socks $4.95 | Bottom left: COTTON ON KIDS Midnight Black pillowcase $14.95

THE GOODNIGHT SOCIETY Pillow Fight club singlet $39.95 | THE GOODNIGHT SOCIETY Shine Bright Like a Diamond 3/4 leggings $49 Bottom right: THE CLUB OF ODD VOLUMES All you need is sleep cushion $49 | KIP AND CO Banana tee $39 | KIP AND CO Banana shorts $35

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M ADE OF M ARBLE

PH O TO GR A PH Y BY RI CH ARD I B RAH I M STYLING BY B ON N I E KAY

In case you hadn’t noticed, marble is so in right now. And we’re super happy about that because there is something just so darn aesthetically pleasing about it. It’s smoothness, the fluidity of those lines, how it’s the perfect backdrop for an Instagram flat lay. Marble just screams luxury, so naturally, we love it. We rounded up a whole lot of the stuff to put together one very aesthetically pleasing photo for you. Enjoy. Clockwise from top left: MARBLE BASICS Basic Step $140 | EMILY GREEN Blanche necklace $82 MILLY DENT cup $46 from A QUIRK OF FATE | ART CLUB CONCEPT Illusion clock $79.95 MARBLE BASICS Basic Obelisk $90 | SIMONE DEVINE tall bangle $89 | SIMONE DEVINE Anvil and Obelisk necklace $99

MARBLE BASICS Octagonal Trivet $75 | EMILY GREEN Blanche drop earrings $49

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Nice as Pai Labelled one of Melbourne’s most anticipated brands, fashion label PAI is set to turn heads. Starting with a pasta fight between newly found friends-in-creativity Angie Pai and Adrian Bressanuti, the label oozes a kooky-cool attitude, graphic talent and an all-round fresh vibe. We caught up with the duo to discuss M&M’s in ice-cream and Skittles in vodka.

so a lot of the technical processes and discovering my aesthetic came along with that. Do you each have designated jobs? How is the design clash? Angie: Adrian has experience in tailoring and pattern making so he’s usually in charge of making the perfect canvas to start off. Then I try and look after what to do on the garments, the designs, whether we use embroidery or crochet to execute. The design clash is usually pretty minimal because we try and take on different roles. Adrian: It’s much the same for the business side too.

getting the processes, shapes and proportions down pat. That masculine, oversized feel along side the clean and crafty finishes was something we really wanted to get right from the start. Describe for us the ultimate PAI person. No gluten intolerance No Yoga No Quinoa Hates Kale. If there were three rules to wearing PAI, what would that be?

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So, you guys haven’t been friends for very long, are there any hidden secrets you’d like to share with each other right now? Angie: I uncontrollably get food on all my clothes. Adrian: My middle name is Pablo and I once had a stamp collection. How did you meet? Angie: I’d known of Adrian from his previous label (called Adrian Bressanutti) because a friend modelled for him. One time I invited him over for dinner but instead of cooking for him, Adrian ended up making fresh pasta with heaps of fancy stuff like mascarpone and wild mushrooms. Then we just became friends because I felt pretty guilty. What did you think you would be doing right now if you didn’t meet? Adrian: Working a shitty hospo job hoping something like this would fall into my lap. Angie: Slaving away at university and eating Jarlsberg cheese on pay days. Where did your design knowledge come from and develop? Angie: Mostly from high school in art classes. My studio art teacher (Ms. Pettigrew) was actually the best, always finding and giving me new inspiration. Mum is very artistically inclined as well. When she’s not being annoying and complaining about how women in the Qing Dynasty wouldn’t wear our clothes, she teaches me a lot. Adrian: It’s hard to pinpoint a time. I think by forcing myself to be surrounded by objects and ideas that are creatively stimulating. I studied Fashion Design at uni

We take on such different roles but we always manage to throw ideas at each other and pick up the loose slack. I guess it’s a little unconventional but the balance is real healthy. How do you pick your models? Angie: Our main drive has always been to share our work with the people who inspired us to start them in the first place, many of these being musicians and artists in Melbourne such as I’lls, Klo, Oscar Key Sung and Banoffee. We’ll ask and if they say yes, we shit ourselves being happy. Tell me a little about the design and construction of your garments. Angie: It started with me trying to put my illustrations onto shirts but instead of printing them, I really wanted to try and do something different. I started embroidering and eventually asked Adrian for help. Adrian adds the lush, expensive touch with his skilful pasta fingers so they look heaps better now. Adrian: Yeah, definitely. So much work went into

1. Probably a main one is wear each garment for their designated body part. But getting experimental is pretty fun, hey. 2. Wear a hair net if you’re cooking in it. 3. Maybe don’t wear stilettos. I dunno, nah you can if you want. M&M’s or Skittles? Angie: M&M’s in ice cream, Skittles in vodka. Adrian: I’m with Angie on this one. Salami or Ham? Angie: I’m taoist :( Adrian: Is this rhetorical? Burrito or Taco? Angie: Mum said I have to answer fried rice. Adrian: Porque no los dos? Images: Jonno Révanche Model: Kevin Cheung helloimpai.com

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Made from Scratch

It’s been five years since the release of Miami Horror’s debut album, Illumination and now the four-piece have finally dropped their sophomore album, All Possible Futures. We chatted to Ben about the music, his bizarre experiences in Buenos Aires and his conflicting fashion sense. IN T E RVI EW BY ARIANNA LUCENTE

You’ve just released All Possible Futures but Illumination was released in 2010. Why such a long break? After the release of Illumination, we went on tour for about a year, moved to LA and settled in. Aaron and I wanted to make a ’60s, ’70s pop-psychedelic album. It took two years and we toured among that. We made a lot of songs and it’s hard to stop until you’re happy. Every song on All Possible Futures was made from scratch. We didn’t repeat any of the sounds or drum samples so it took a lot more effort. I’ve read that you try to steer away from being trendy with your music. How can your music be timeless if you’re taking influences from those decades? Because it’s from 40 years ago and people still like it. I find that really specific technological genres are least liked after their peak. Like jack swing in the ’90s or trance clubby music or that fake deep house vibe that’s happening now. I enjoy them but it lasts while it’s hot and it’s going to be really lame in a few years. You’re on tour a lot. Do you prefer making music or performing it? Touring is a lot harder. You sleep four hours at night for a week. I love creating, writing and producing something that stands out in history. I like the idea of putting out a finished record.

Favourite place you’ve travelled to? I love New York and Paris – the big amazing cities. My favourite used to be Buenos Aires but I’ve been there so many times, so now it’s not as exciting. I’ve made a lot of friends there and South America is very friendly but you realise there’s a lot of acting going on. I found that people I thought were friends hated each other and it’s strange because they’re so polite. I know all cultures can be like that and it was just some groups, but this was next level. Can you speak Spanish? I was learning because I had a girlfriend from Argentina but we broke up. Spanish is one of the easier, more useful languages to learn. We spend a lot of time in South America and Mexico. They’re probably our biggest fan bases. Tell me about the album cover art. Annu Kilpeläinen came to us with a concept of legs coming out of a convertible car. It’s playful because you don’t know what’s happening. You can’t see the rest of her – just these legs coming out. We wanted to have a photo with Annu’s patterns on the legs but that fell through so we ended up shooting it with our friend Dylan and I edited the pastel colours. What’s your personal style? I’ve always been interested in fashion but every time I look back at what I used to wear, I’m a bit horrified. I never know if I can trust my current judgement. I have this conflict between having really unique, awkward, weird fashion sense, and wanting to look aesthetically appealing. I dream of dressing up in the most random clothes but I want to remain physically attractive. It’s fairly obvious that you’re going to be more attractive in a white t-shirt than a rainbow-coloured Kmart sweater from the ’80s. What’s your favourite food in America? Barbecue ribs are pretty amazing. All Possible Futures is out now. miamihorror.com

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Believe the Hype For a fashion graduate, the road ahead can be long and arduous. But not for Alexandra Louise Champion Hackett, the brains behind namesake label A.L.C.H. Fresh outta uni, the girl is already killing it, fielding requests from Lady Gaga and getting recognised in the street. So just how has she done it? We sat down and picked her brain.

So we heard you turned down Lady Gaga... Wow, I’m surprised anyone really knows about that! I got emailed about a year ago by her stylist, after which I did a few background checks, to see if it was legit (as I always do when I get emails requesting garments) and it seemed so. I actually did send her one outfit, but instantly regretted it. Thankfully, she chose not to wear it and it was returned super quickly! Why did you regret it? At that point in my career, I honestly got a little star-struck and definitely compromised my brand vision. Since then, I’ve learnt it’s okay to say no to people, and I feel really strongly about controlling product placement and the role that ‘celebrities’ and social media play. Even without Gaga, you’ve dressed a pretty solid lineup of musos (including FJ

fave Banoffee). Any other music collabs in the pipeline? Yeah, I’ve dressed Little Dragon, Oscar Key Sung, MJX, Floria and various other local producers. I’ve dressed QT for a couple of events too. We got introduced at the BBE Xmas Weekender in Melbourne, and I discovered she was also really interested in questioning the notion of fabrication, and we’ve been collaborating on a number of garments for upcoming shows since! I also do the merchandise and some creative direction for Grey Marle Music – a new music label based in Melbourne that features a lot of my favourite producers (e.g. Deer, Dugong Jr, Fossa Beats, Chiefs etc.) Explain A.L.C.H. A.L.C.H is my initials (Alexandra Louise Champion Hackett). It’s not necessarily a ‘fashion label’, it’s more of a creative practice that encompasses a variety of things – it’s my brand. A friend of mine

once said “be your brand, be your biggest fan” and that’s not only stuck with me, it’s something I live my life by. You work with some pretty unconventional materials. What’s been your favourite? Unconventional is probably an understatement in some cases. My favourite material is anything with a polyethylene base – especially plastics I find on the side of the road, used packaging etc. And the most nightmarish? Most nightmarish was NASA space foil, just because it’s so fragile – one tear, and the whole garment falls apart. What are you working on at the moment? Well, the main thing I’m working on is a capsule collection to be sold on my online store

(www.a-l-c-h.biz), a sort of diffusion line. I’m really trying to stand against the traditional boundaries of fashion labels in Australia (and internationally). The collection is season-less, meaning it’s not designed specifically for winter or summer and will only be available in small quantities, as everything is made by hand in Melbourne. You’ve grown in popularity pretty quickly, have you got any haters yet? Yeah totally. I got a huge amount of hate last year over an interview I did. I had people linking me to it left, right and centre on the internet. Fashion is a tough industry and you’ve got to have a tough shell if you want to survive. It’s not all blog posts and street style (both of which I am strictly anti). It’s averaging four-six hours sleep a night, it’s working a part-time retail job to pay the bills, and it’s sacrificing your social life for your career. Who do you most want to dress? Yung Lean. What’s been your proudest moment so far? Logging onto Boiler Room and seeing QT perform in my clothes. Also, when I received my first free pair of sneakers from Nike. Oh, and when I get recognised in the street – I’m always in so much shock when that happens! Any chance you’ll start doing womenswear (plz)? Not anytime soon, sorry! Although, despite being a menswear designer, a lot of the clothing items and accessories I create are technically unisex. Favourite colour? Chartreuse. It’s essentially the only colour I wear (excluding black and white). Your all time favourite wardrobe piece? Sneakers – atm, my favs are my silver Nike Shox TLX and my Free Orbits.

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Aija

2/559 MILITARY RD MOSMAN, NSW (REAR SHOP, ENTRY VIA MYAHGAH MEWS) AIJABRAND.COM.AU

OnceWas

124 GERTRUDE STREET, FITZROY, VIC 59 CHURCH STREET, BRIGHTON, VIC ONCEWAS.COM.AU

AIJA is Mosman’s best-kept secret. Run by sisters Riina and Maali, and named after their older sister (pronounced ai-ya), this Sydney label specialises in beautifully crafted leather bags. Their design philosophy emphasises timeless pieces, so of course each bag is made from high quality materials in styles that will be relevant forever. The bags even feature colourful, hand-loomed cotton lining imported from Estonia – a special little touch that represents their heritage. It’s a laid-back store and the smell of leather and timber will instantly hit you. Their screen-printed scarves, silver jewellery and one-off accessories are also worth checking out.

Originally founded in 2006 as SpencerLacy, OnceWas is the reimagined vision of Melbourne-based womenswear designer, Belinda Glynn. The new tag, emerging with a striking AW15 campaign, reflects the evolving style and ethos of SpencerLacy’s refined yet functional wares. Stocking in 80 boutiques across Australia & New Zealand, OnceWas has created two light-filled and welcoming retail spaces in Brighton and Fitzroy, which feature the label’s current collections as well as local designer accessories. OnceWas seeks to deliver an everyday luxury for the everyday woman.

Pinko Boheme

SHOP 2/40 OLD BARRENJOEY ROAD AVALON BEACH, NSW PINKOPINKO.COM.AU

Pinko Boheme in Avalon Beach is a hub of Australian and international fashion, bringing together designers from around the world in a curation of original and exclusive pieces. Pinko Boheme has recently dedicated an even larger section of their Avalon Beach store to local designers, inspired to showcase handmade, oneoff and hard-to-find fashion. The line-up of local and international designers includes LOVE HATE vs HERE, Wild Divine Designs, Free People, Arnhem Clothing, Amuse Society and Camilla Franks. If you can’t make it to Avalon Beach, shop the carefully curated selection online, with fast delivery and no fuss returns.

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K E K

P h o t o g r a p h e r : Wa l t e r M a u r i c e S t y l i s t : C h e r y l Ta n Hair: Linh Nguyen for Prema Hair using KMS Make-up: Maree Spagnol using M.A.C cosmetics Ta l e n t : C l a e s N o r d s t r o m a t P r i s c i l l a s M o d e l M a n a g e m e n t

T h e N o r t h Fa c e T i g h t S h i p j a c ke t $ 3 8 0 Uniqlo Coca Cola jumper $39.90 Va n i s h i n g E l e p h a n t ove r s i z e d s h o r t s $ 1 2 0

G - S t a r R a w by M a r c N ew s o n s we a t e r $ 1 7 0 Va n i s h i n g E l e p h a n t ove r s i z e d s h o r t s l e eve s h i r t $ 1 1 0

O a k l ey G e n e ra t e j a c ke t $ 1 9 9 . 9 5 P. A . M B o t t o m Feeders top $169 R i ve r I s l a n d r i p p e d skinny jeans $90 S u p ra s n e a ke r s f r o m Platypus Shoes $199.99 T h e N o r t h Fa c e backpack $160 Jack Threads socks $20 (3 pack)

G-Star Raw Splatter b o m b e r j a c ke t $ 2 2 0 Le coq sportif Old S c h o o l s we a t $ 9 9 . 9 5 Va n i s h i n g E l e p h a n t elasticated pants $150 Reebok Pump Omnil L i t e s n e a ke r s $ 1 9 9 . 9 5 P. A . M P SY Ac t i ve wo o l c a p $ 8 8

T h e P e o p l e Vs b u c ke t h a t f r o m G e n e ra l Pants Co $49.95 Santa Cruz jumper from G e n e ra l P a n t s C o $ 6 9 . 9 5

Scotch & Soda twisted h o o d s we a t $ 1 9 9 . 9 5 P. A . M M u t a t i o n s h o r t s $ 2 1 6 RVC A h a t f r o m G e n e ra l Pants Co $39.99 R i ve r I s l a n d g r ey d ra w s t r i n g b a g $ 4 4

Ben Sherman quilted g i l l e t ve s t $ 1 3 9 . 9 5 Va n i s h i n g E l e p h a n t ove r s i z e d c l a s s i c t e e $ 7 0

BACK TO BAS I C S

Photographer: Eddie New S t y l i s t : Ella Murphy Makeup: Isabella Schimid @ Union Management H a i r : Richi Grisillo @ Work Agency u s i n g l a b e l . m Photography Assistant: Nick Ryall Models: Mali and Bridget @ Chic Management

Mali wears MORRISON Lane pants $349 MORRISON Carter shirt $299 Bridget wears MORRISON Nyssa pants $269 ONE FELL SWOOP dress POA

Bridget wears BASSIKE top POA

Mali wears OHIKO top $180 ONE FELL SWOOP shorts POA Bridget wears ONE FELL SWOOP dress POA

Mali wears OHIKO top $110 BASSIKE belt $150 Bridget wears BĂ&#x161;L Theorsa dress $280

Bridget wears BASSIKE belt $150 SABA Pea coat $650

ASUAR Raw top $159 Right Mali wears MORRISON Lane pants $349 MORRISON Carter shirt $299 Bridget wears MORRISON Nyssa pants $269 ONE FELL SWOOP dress POA

FJ D ESIG N ER PRO FILES

01 Earnest Nomad

We believe that high fashion is a luxury that should be enjoyed by all, because style and grace ought not to be dictated by a wallet’s weight or its contents’ worth. In agreement with this principle, Australian leather label Earnest Nomad brings a range of jackets and accessories to the table at an affordable price point of under $350. All pieces are constructed with genuine leather in stunning combinations of raw elegance and natural aesthetic, adorned with just the right amount of grit. At the same time, pieces are also refined enough to be worn with staples in your everyday wardrobe. earnestnomad.com.au

02 Teagan Jacobs

Just like your perfect shade of blush, every Blushed garment is born out of the intention that it will work with a range of looks in your wardrobe. Emerging West Australian fashion designer Teagan Jacobs emphasises her layer, mix and match philosophy, in which timelessness outweighs trends and each piece is as unique as it is compatible with your everyday staples. She uses a vast spectrum of vivid colors, innovative designs and modern textures to create handmade pieces that can be shuffled around and styled almost completely differently every time. teaganjacobs.com

03 Materiel

By pairing a wide range of textures with bold and vibrant accents, Brisbane based jewellery label Materiel is making a statement. Inspired by vintage lucite and perspex jewellery, the label is a unique and urban textural dream. From chunky perspex with raw detailing, to contrasting tassels in delicate silver chains, Materiel has all materials covered. Using acrylic, wood, resin and stainless steel, the label offers a range of playful pendants, earrings and rings that are subtle yet eye-catching. Handcrafted and designed in Australia, every creation is customisable with different shades and textures. What’s your materiel? materiel.com.au

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04 Rowing & Co.

The boys are in for a beachy treat with Australianbased swimwear brand Rowing & Co., as dads, babies, kids and brothers are given the chance to be super-adorable in matching swimming trunks. This unique collection of swimwear combines simple patterns in original designs with bright primary colours, and is guaranteed to make a bold statement at the beach. Inspired by the laid-back Aussie culture and beachside lifestyle, the Rowing & Co. aesthetic is relaxed, fun and everything summery. Perfect for all big boys and little men in the family. rowingandco.com.au

06 Gehrich

Established in Melbourne by Samantha Gehrich and Chris Thomas, GEHRICH is a luxurious designer outerwear label for both men and women. With a strong focus on originality and premium fabrication, the label creates timeless styles through fine design, exceptional materials and detailed construction. A quality over quantity approach is key for Gehrich. Limited collection sizes are produced to create a truly exclusive and sustainable selection of wardrobe staples – classic and made to last. On top of all that, the brand’s strong commitment to the support of local industry and ethical sourcing makes it all worth the investment. gehrich.co

05 Harlequin Belle

Constructing beautiful and considered leather pieces, Harlequin Belle is one emerging label to have on your radar. The label combines muted tones, thoughtful design and high-quality raw leather to create an understated yet timeless series of shoes, handbags, wallets and jewellery. They’ve pretty much got all bases covered. All processes are sustainable and ethical and all bags and wallets are limited edition, with no more than fifty made in any one colour. Each also carries a unique leather label bearing the products individual number, so when you purchase an HB product, you know it’s the one. harlequinbelle.com

07 Shamscreations

Inspired by modern architecture, Shamscreations is the next Australian label to know about. Founder and designer Shams Almaanawe goes beyond the female form to bring structure and texture to her apparel and jewellery designs. Shamscreations combines structural shapes with scale and proportion to make fashionable, everyday statement pieces. The label offers convenient and effortless silhouettes injected with contemporary art. Its first collection, Signature, is a combination of Shams’ love for glass buildings mixed with elegance and simplicity. Clean lines and patterns in contrasting shades are a signature of Shams' idea that you can easily go day to night with an outfit, perfect for the busy, modern woman. One hundred per cent Australian manufactured, we can feel good in Shamscreations in all sorts of ways. shamscreations.com

FJ D ESIG N ER PRO FILES

08 Black Arrow Candles

While candle competition is fierce right now, there’s still a select few who continue to innovate. One such competitor is Black Arrow Candles. Using vegan-friendly, bath and body safe fragrance blends, they deliver scents such as vanilla panna cotta, white tea and berries, and watermelon smash. Ummm, yum. Fragrances are split into four categories - wild, salt, gourmet and habitat - with each candle hand poured using 100% soy wax. They also use lead-free natural fibre wicks so you know it’s good for you, good for the earth and good for the animals. Mix all that with a scents like chocolate fudge and you’re onto winner. blackarrowcandles.com.au

09 Liar and a Thief

Designed for carefree spirits, Liar and a Thief is a Byron Bay-based brand which specialises in surf bikinis, beach bags and easy to wear totes. Built upon ethical foundations, the label’s debut collection Outer Shell is inspired by Sri Lanka, its culture, its beautiful marine habitat and especially, its turtles. All prints are designed by local Byron Bay artist Fredrick Alexander Wales (FAW ) and pieces can be mixed and matched. Focusing on raising awareness to keep the ocean clean and protect its inhabitants, Liar and a Thief donates 10% of all proceeds from their Outer Shell capsule collection to the Marine Turtle Protection Sanctuary Centre in Kosgoda, Sri Lanka. Naw. liarandathief.com

RECIPE

Best-ever Gaucamole R EC I P E AND PH O TO GR A PH Y BY TABAT HA T URN ER

When life gets you down just remember, if there's an avocado in the fruit bowl...all is going to be okay. INGREDIENTS: 1 red onion Handful of parsley 2 perfectly ripe tomatoes Juice of one juicy lemon or two not so juicy Pinch of cumin 1 tbls quality olive oil 3 perfectly ripe avocados Salt Pepper

METHOD: Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6

Dice red onion super finely and chop parsley. Add to bowl. Cut tomatoes in half, scoop out the inside, dice and add to bowl. Add lemon juice, cumin, and olive oil. Halve avocados, remove pip, then crush out flesh with your hand, then scoop out remaining. This will give the perfect ratio of chunky vs. smooth avocado. Mix all together, season well with salt and pepper. The more salt the better just quietly. Eat half the bowl (or the whole bowl) before your guests arrive. Alternatively, just make for yourself.

HAIR & BEAUTY

Clean and Simple

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Napoleon Says If like us, you are a massive fan of the 'no make-up look', you are going to love Camera Finish Close-Up Complexion Perfecting Powder from Napoleon Perdis. We caught up with the make-up guru himself to find out the key to a flawless complexion.

How do we apply the Camera Finish Close-Up Complexion Perfecting Powder? Always with a brush that's relevant to the size of the area you're applying. If you want to mattify the T-Zone, use a large, firm brush to press the powder over the skin. For a more precise application, try using Sculpting Brush 10r to gently sweep the powder under the eyes, around the sides of the nose or press over a blemish. How does Camera Finish work? It’s an ultra-light skin polisher that mattifies the skin and offers a soft-focus finish, just like your own personal Instagram filter! Cornflower extract conditions the skin as it mattifies and Jojoba Esters lock moisture into the skin for a comfortable feel and wear. We’ve read that it reduces fine lines. How does this work? A super fine blend of spherical and silicone powders have a blurring effect on the skin, optically minimising the appearance of fine lines. The moisturising properties of Safflower Seed Oil and the Jojoba Esters mattify without making the skin look dry and cakey, for the smoothest possible matte finish. Why should it become part of our beauty routine? This product is almost a powder-less powder, which means it's great for beauties who love a no make-up look or don't like a build of texture on the surface of the skin. Use the Camera Finish Close-Up Complexion Perfecting Powder to de-shine and mattify without a powdery finish. napoleonperdis.com

One Girl, Eleven Looks Thought a haircut was the only hairstyle change you could make? Think again. We rarely consider the endless possibilities mixing up styling products can have on transforming a look, but it’s time our ignorance came to an end. ELEVEN Australia introduces ‘One Girl, Eleven Looks’, a campaign showcasing eleven unique hairstyles on one model. The images represent a range of current trends and consumer-friendly looks, demonstrating that a difference in hairstyle makes not only a look but an attitude too. With as many options as the strands of hair on your head, you’ll never have boring hair again. elevenaustralia.com.au

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GOOD GROOMING

Hunter Lab

Mr Bean Body Care

Hunter Lab is what the modern man has been waiting for. Efficient and effective super natural skincare tools crafted to seamlessly fit into your daily grooming routine. Hunter Lab has an armoury of four products including the Hand & Body Wash, Cleansing Facial Scrub, Daily Face Fuel moisturiser and the Anti-Ageing Elixir serum. Best of all Hunter Lab is formulated naturally in Melbourne with hardworking ingredients like macrobiotic sea minerals, extracts, vitamins and oils all rich in corrective antioxidants. Their mission is simple: to deliver highly effective, fuss-free products made from nature’s finest ingredients which are always a pleasure to use.

A step often forgotten in the male routine is an invigorating full body scrub. Not to worry though, Mr Bean has got you covered with his Man Scrub. It’s an all organic coffee scrub with robusta coffee beans, cold-pressed coconut oil, Himalayan pink rock salt, demerara sugar, cacao and Vitamin E oil. Its skin-loving blend of moisturising ingredients and gritty textures removes dead skin and prevents breakouts. The caffeine is also said to stimulate blood flow and help reduce the appearance of eczema and stretch marks. Men, it’s time to get busy in the shower. Some like it rough but we all prefer you smooth.

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RY.com.au

The Bearded Stag

This website boasts the title of Australia’s largest online haircare, skincare and cosmetics retailer. Starting off as a front-runner in 2005, RY.com.au have since built an empire that stocks just about every brand you can think of. They’ve got a strong men’s section dedicated to haircare, skincare, shaving, grooming, beard care and fragrance. They also provide free shipping over $99 and overnight delivery, so it’s kind of perfect if you’re lazy, busy, want heaps of choice or you just want your stuff right now. With a team of experts who constantly research new products, it’s a pretty sweet selection.

Hey you bearded beasts out there. Pay attention. The Bearded Stag is giving you all the right tools to take care of and tame your hairy beard. They source a range of beard oils, hair pomades, moustache waxes and general male grooming products from Australia and across the world. They exude that ol’ school barber shop style with some pretty neat products and offer advice and styling tips to keep your mane in check. The Bearded Stag is fostering the beard movement, so if you’re hoping to evolve from hairy mongrel to a gloriously wellgroomed bearded gentlemen, look no further.

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Worthy & Spruce

Redefining men’s grooming and marking a new direction for styleconscious guys, label.men professional haircare has introduced its first ever male grooming range. Targeted at professional stylists, barbers and clients alike, label.men is a line of seven essential modern classic barbering products, created to enhance performance without compromise. Developed by the International Artistic Team and tested backstage at the London Fashion Week shows, the range is jam-packed with cool hair-building botanicals and beneficial ingredients. With thanks to the unique properties in eleMENts Complex, every product maximises ingredient penetration through micronisation technology. Healthy hair = smart grooming.

Worthy & Spruce stock a range of beard care, haircare, skincare, soaps, washes, shaving and accessories for dapper dudes. They’re as dedicated to quality grooming products as they are to their charity partners. For every Ultimate Beardcare Toolkit or Beardcare Essentials Toolkit sold, a portion of their revenue goes to White Ribbon, Australia’s male-led campaign to stop violence against women, and WaterAid, who provide communities with access to clean water and safe sanitation. Packs include a beard soap, oil, balm, comb, moustache wax and moisturiser. If you’re a bearded fellow and believe in social responsibility, Worthy & Spruce does too.

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Men's Biz Men’s Biz is an online retailer specialising in only the very best high-end male grooming products. Recently nominated as one of Australia’s best online retailers, the store boasts a well-curated yet extensive list of shaving, skincare and haircare products, alongside a quality selection of fragrance and accessories. Men’s Biz also has a store and barbershop in Melbourne's historic Royal Arcade where men can touch, sample and feel the products, and where expert advice, old style shaves and haircuts can be dispensed by the expert staff. Grooming doesn’t need to be pretentious, complicated or expensive so Men’s Biz has you covered. mensbiz.com.au

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FJ REVIEWS

Look & Listen

with GIULIA BRUGLIERA and LUKE FORESTER

CHANEL SHOPPING CENTRE

THE SOCIAL STUDIO

YOUNG

Karl Lagerfeld

Dr. Grace McQuilten and Morgan Brown

Heather Lighton

When Karl Lagerfeld showcased his Fall/Winter ’15 collection at the purpose-built Chanel Shopping Centre, it was pretty much the best thing the fashion community had ever seen. The detail that went into that place was mind-blowing. Features included models shopping the aisles with Chanel trolleys and Chanel-branded everything. Chanel Shopping Centre documents this detail with a series of close-up images of the shopping centre's stock. From the labels on the Chanel sardines to the way the items were methodically stacked, it holds a well-zoomed lens to the whole shebang. You did good Lagerfeld, you did good.

Well you guys are going to love this. The Social Studio is a community base where creatives are invited to learn, collaborate, network, upskill, practise, work, play and pretty much do it all. It strives to create awareness and change public perceptions for people who have experienced being a refugee. It’s pretty amazing. In its debut book, The Social Studio profiles those active within this community, sharing their histories, ambitions, skills, work and stories. In short, it’s an introduction to the studio through those who are a part of its dynamic community and it’s pretty damn cool.

Those familiar with Heather Lighton’s work will know she has an eye for beauty. The Melbournebased photographer finds and frames all things beautiful in one hell of a dreamy photo series. So it’s no surprise that in scouting talent for her debut book, she chose subjects based purely on physical beauty. YOUNG profiles these ten beautiful women across a series of pastel-heavy portraits and accompanying interviews. More than simply aesthetically stunning (which it really, really is), this book is a brief insight into the lives of ten interesting and talented young women. Get it on your coffee table, stat.

ALBUM REVIEWS WHY MAKE SENSE?

SOUND & COLOR

ALLIE X

Hot Chip

Alabama Shakes

COLLXTION I

Hot Chip has always been a dorky band, there's no denying that. It's a kind of charming, infectious dorky of course. Their sixth studio album, Why Make Sense? does little to change this, continuing their streak of cartoonish electro pop releases. This is, however, Hot Chip's most low key album yet. You can almost hear them holding back from jumping into full goofy break down mode on every track. Except for "White Wine and Fried Chicken" which is potentially the most bizarre electro ballad I've ever heard. There's also a slightly unfortunate guest rap on "Love Is The Future" but the less said about that the better. If you take yourself very seriously, I'm sorry to say but this probably isn't the album for you. But for the rest us, Why Make Sense? is a tongue-in-cheek fun time and definitely worth on uninhibited bedroom dance or two.

Sound & Color is an extremely apt title for Alabama Shakes sophomore record, as it literally sounds like the band has used all the colours in the crayon box for this release. Branching out from the rootsy rock of their debut, Sound & Color embraces such a diverse bunch of influences that they almost sound like different bands from track to track. These songs jump from soul to grunge to blues and back without batting a lash. That said, lead vocalist Brittany Howard's amazing and unrestrained soulful voice unifies the tracks into a cohesive whole. Worth noting, Sound & Color probably has one of the strongest opening five song runs I've heard in a long time. With this album, Alabama Shakes conjures up images of a never-ending road trip into the surreal and it is truly the sound of a band creating and perfecting a genre all of their own.

"Forget what I need, give me what I want" Allie X sings on highlight track "Prime" and I can't think of a better way to sum up her debut EP. This is pure pop music: the sugary, possibly bad for your health kind. I like to call it Tumblr Pop. Incredibly catchy melodies are here in abundance, and coupled with the extremely polished production, they'll wiggle their way into your head and potentially never leave. I think I may have listened to lead single “Catch” about a hundred times already. It's really good, guys. You do however end up feeling a little like this is the work of an artist still finding her feet, as a couple of the tracks here (namely Disney-esque opener "Hello") seem at odds with the rest of the decidedly darker bunch. But the highs outweigh these moments by far and Collxtion I easily delivers a handful of pop gems that you'll inevitably be humming for the next year or so.

SCEN ERY

Out & About Nana Judy Coachella party Melbourne streetwear label Nana Judy was plated up to a star-studded guest list at Coachella, with many big names seen sporting on-trend pieces throughout the festival. Notable mentions include Leonardo DiCaprio, Kendall Jenner, Joe Jonas, Hanna Bronfman, Matt Bellamy, Virgil Abolah, Irina Shayk, Pia Mia, Dorothy, Angela and Vanessa Simmons, Sean Stewart, River Viiperi and Josh Henderson, as well as Aussie talent Montana Cox, Tahnee Atkinson and Mimi Elashiry. Woah. nanajudy.com.au

YGAP 5cent Launch party Last month saw YGAP’s 5cent campaign launch at Melbourne's PolePole Bar in an ongoing fight against poverty. Campaign ambassadors include models Kate Peck and Steph Claire Smith, radio presenter Brig Duclos, Hawthorn footballer Isaac Smith, retired Collingwood player Luke Ball, 3AW’s Donna Demaio, actor Tai Hara, former Masterchef contestant Alice Zaslavsky, TV personality Shelley Craft and The Bachelor 2014 contestant Laurina Fleure. Check out YGAP’s campaign website to get involved. 5cent.com.au

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P.A.M.

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ART CLUB CONCEPT

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JACK THREADS

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PLATYPUS SHOES

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ASUAR

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KIP & CO

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RIVER ISLAND

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BASSIKE

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LACOSTE

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SACK ME

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BEN SHERMAN

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LE COQ SPORTIF

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SCOTCH AND SODA

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BÚL

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MARBLE BASICS

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SIMONE DEVINE

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COTTON ON BODY

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MORRISON

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SOMEPLACE

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ELK

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MUJI

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EMILY GREEN

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THE NORTH FACE

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NAPOLEON PERDIS LIFE.STYLE

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GENERAL PANTS

VANISHING ELEPHANT

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GSTAR

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OAKLEY

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ZARA

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HOMEWORK

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ONE FELL SWOOP

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