GUEST POST: LADYLIKE IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Nina from The Proper Lady has a thing or two to say about what it means to be a proper lady in our modern times. And whilst she loves white gloves and pearls, it’s more about what you cultivate from the inside and how you treat others. – Ed.
ART OF THE COCKTAIL HOUR: TIPS FOR COCKTAIL PARTY GUESTS
The uber fabulous Pia Andersen from Art of the Cocktail Hour discusses guest etiquette for cocktail hour. Be sure to RSVP, don’t gossip, find a coaster for your drink and don’t forget your manners darlings.
WIN: $800 PRIZE PACK FROM BORNE NAKED HANDBAG LINERS
A ladies handbag can be used for many things. It holds the basics like our wallet, keys, sunglasses and diary, but often it turns into a home for our makeup, tangled jewellery, pens, and old receipts. If you’ve ever asked yourself ‘where do all the bobby pins go?’, check the bottom of your handbag, you never know [...]
ART OF THE COCKTAIL HOUR: ENGLISH GARDEN PARTY
First Published in Art of the Cocktail Hour | By Zoe Ritch & Billie Shenen “Spring has sprung! Well, at least it has in the southern hemisphere. Shake off winter and head outdoors for a cocktail party in the sun. Take inspiration from an English garden party or channel a Great Gatsby, Long Island vibe. [...]
COCKTAIL DRESS TRENDS FROM FASHION WEEK
First Published in Art of the Cocktail Hour | By Gaynor Alder We all need divine (fashion) inspiration at some point, and Melbourne Spring Fashion Week not only delivered the latest in runway looks, but there was an abundance of beautiful cocktail hour attire. After immersing myself in fashion all last week, I’ve come up [...]
MELBOURNE SPRING FASHION WEEK: DESIGNER SERIES
First Published in Art of the Cocktail Hour | By Gaynor Alder Spring has sprung and fashionistas are flocking to Melbourne Spring Fashion Week to celebrate the changing of the seasons. As a major sponsor of the event, Cointreau has created Art of the Cocktail Hour inspired hospitality suites for guests to enjoy prior to [...]
WIN TICKETS TO MELBOURNE SPRING FASHION WEEK (DESIGNER SERIES)
Art of the Cocktail Hour are giving away 16 pairs of tickets the Designer Series plus access to the VIP Platinum Bar for Melbourne Spring Fashion Week. “The MSFW Designer Series, the hallmark runway event of the season, delivers exceptional designs from Australia’s pre-eminent fashion talent. Be tantalised over four nights by the season’s latest collections, [...]
ART OF THE COCKTAIL HOUR: COCKTAIL HOUR FASHION
Hosting a cocktail hour or heading out for cocktails is the perfect excuse to dress up – whether it’s slipping on your latest designer dress or going for an authentic cocktail hour look. Just remember that wearing vintage from head-to-toe can be a bit too much. It’s all about reviving the glamour of yesteryear and merging it with modern day style.
MSFW 2011 | MELBOURNE SPRING FASHION WEEK LAUNCH
City of Melbourne Mayor, Robert Doyle launched MSFW 2011 to media and guests at the Grand Hyatt hotel in Melbourne this morning. After models elegantly floated down the catwalk in bright and ethereal designs coupled with striking neon accessories, model Sophie Van Den Akker was announced as the face of the festival, and Dannii Minogue [...]
GUEST POST: WHAT COULD WE ACHIEVE WITHOUT HEELS AND HANDBAGS?
I’m a massive sinner when it comes to the footwear felony of trading practicality for glamour – I’ve even been spotted in kitten heels at the beach. But Lara McPherson tells us why we should sometimes reconsider our impractical footwear – even just for a day. But don’t fret modern women, she’s not adverse to glamour.
WITCHERY 2011 WHITE SHIRT CAMPAIGN
By Jacinta Richmond In Australia alone, one woman dies of ovarian cancer every ten hours. This statistic is devastating and highlights the critical importance of ovarian cancer research. Witchery has announced the launch of the 2011 White Shirt Campaign, with the aim of raising funds and awareness for the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF). A [...]
SABA AW11 – UNDERSTATED ELEGANCE AND A RETURN TO SIMPLICITY
PAINT THE TOWN VALENTINO THIS CHRISTMAS
In the second instalment of online shopping solutions for Christmas, The Modern Woman’s Survival Guide has found some discounter designer purchases from The Outnet. Online and discounted – we like that!
DAILY LABELS
You have 24 hours remaining… To shop. Or miss out on the latest Daily Label scoop, which would be a tragedy because all the cool kids are channeling DL. Did you know?
