Balmain’s Olivier Rousteing Shows How You Can Turn Any T-Shirt Into Punk Lingerie

Balmain’s Olivier Rousteing Shows How You Can Turn Any T-Shirt Into Punk Lingerie

Earlier this year, Victoria’s Secret and Olivier Rousteing joined forces to create the VS x Balmain collection, making graffiti-covered T-shirts and ’70s rock–inspired finery accessible to the masses. While Rousteing’s in-your-face aesthetic translated into the lingerie giant’s edgiest collection to date, the designer reveals in a new video that you don’t even need to buy the collection to get its signature look. Behind the scenes at the brand’s Shanghai show, Rousteing delivered a crash course in how to elevate a basic tee into something exceptional. Utilizing items that you’re sure to have lying around the house—safety pins, beads, and a sharp pair of scissors—he transformed Josephine Skriver, Ming Xi, and Romee Strijd into the newest members of the Balmain army.

While Rousteing is a regular in the front row at the annual VS show, this year marks the first time he has worked with the brand. Making the jump from spectator to being a major part of the production came with challenges. “It’s totally different when you’re a guest. You just enjoy the show. When you’re actually collaborating and creating your own collection, you’re really stressed!” he shared backstage. 

Working throughout the course of the year on the project, Rousteing enjoyed seeing his vision move from a sketch to reality, elaborate Angel wings and all. “After I shared [my drawings] with VS, they were like, ‘Yes, we love this! Let’s make it happen.’ With Balmain, the craftsmanship is so important but I have to say, the result is completely in line with the Parisian house that I come from. I want my clothes to look perfect and for the girls to feel good and powerful in them.”

Judging by the powerful opening segment filled with Angels in plaid bustiers and studded wings, Rousteing got his wish. Watch as Rousteing and the Angels remix T-shirts into daring crop tops, skirts, and more.

Lover goes into voluntary administration

Lover goes into voluntary administration

In news that is saddening for the local Australian fashion brand, Lover has gone into voluntary administration, according to a media release from Ferrier Hodgson – a financial advisory firm.

Ferrier Hodgson were appointed as administrators on 23 November, with the firm stating it would be “business as usual whilst the administrators assess the business and immediately call for expressions of interest for a sale as a going concern.”

The media released by Ferrier Hodgson further stated, “Lover is an iconic and well-established fashion brand that represents a unique opportunity for interested parties.”

Continuing with, “we plan to work closely with Lover’s management to find an acquirer for this popular brand.”

Lover will still go forth actively online, with prices of all garments marked down to sale.

At this time, Lover has not yet released a statement.

This news follows further desolate news pertaining to several other retailers facing the financial chopping block – Marcs and David Lawrence, Topshop and Kit and Ace included.

Please say the end to our wedding-inspired dreams haven’t come to a close.

LET'S TALK ABOUT HAIR: feat Honeycombe Hair Extensions

LET'S TALK ABOUT HAIR: feat Honeycombe Hair Extensions

Hair is so important. 

It is a reflection of our identity; it is both personal and public. 

Just like your eyebrows shape your eyes and face, Having amazing hair, either short or long, does make an unbelievable difference to your overall look!

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I can always rely on Alison to do an outstanding job.  She is a genuine specialist who sources great hair and custom makes wefts for her clients.

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Meet the Australian jewellery label Meghan Markle can’t stop wearing

Meet the Australian jewellery label Meghan Markle can’t stop wearing

One of a kind and made in Sydney.

While we haven't had a chance to glimpse Meghan Markle's engagement ring yet, meet jewellery designer Natalie Marie who Markle is a fan of and we are sure Prince Harry took notes from when choosing his fiancée's ring.

Though originally form the UK, Marie and her eponymous jewellery label have been Sydneysiders for some time now: Marie moved from the UK in 2007 and debuted her line in 2012 after graduating with a bachelor of fine arts; jewellery and object from Sydney College of the Arts in 2010.

With bespoke options for the discerning bride, delicate rings adorned with glittering jewels and thoroughly modern earrings that play with negative space and shape in a way that would make the cubist movement proud, it’s no wonder Marie has caught the eye of Hollywood.

“It’s invaluable to have someone that truly loves and supports the brand wearing our pieces,” Marie says of Hollywood’s potential next princess, Meghan Markle and her support of the brand, adding that Markle opted for the dotted over necklace and a host of stackable rings in her order.

“I think I have approached jewellery from a different angle to the traditional jeweller in that my tendency is to try and deconstruct and pull back the overall picture, so that specific elements can be emphasised,” Marie says of her pared back aesthetic. 

For Marie, mixing and matching isn’t reserved for stacking rings, metals too play a role in the playful yet refined line. 

“I am all for mixing metals, so many of my bridal sets are two-tone. In my experience silver/white gold wearers are better off mixing with rose gold, while rose and yellow gold pieces worn together create a rich and tonal combination.”

So what advice does Marie have for brides looking for that something special?

“An engagement ring is something that really needs to stand the test of time. When I meet with brides who are designing their own ring, I always advise them to factor in their lifestyle, taste and long term factors,” says Marie, adding that, “I always encourage brides to opt for stones and materials that complement their skin tone and aesthetic, rather than selecting something that’s particularly on trend. Your engagement ring should be perfectly you, without influence from outside factors.”

We hope you’re taking notes, especially if you’re on the hunt for something exceptional.

This is how to watch the 2017 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Australia

This is how to watch the 2017 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Australia

Ready to wing it on?

Fans of the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show will be pleased to know that yes, the 2017 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show will be airing in Australia, and yes, everyone who wants to will be able to watch it. 

Channel Nine will be airing the show on Wednesday November 29 at 9pm, meaning there's no excuse not to watch those Angels do their thing on the runway. 

Channel Nine has previously aired the 2016 and 2015 shows, only days after it hit the United States. This year, CBS will be airing the show in the US on November 28 at 10pm Eastern Time — so we're getting it only a day later. Win. 

The taping of the show occurred on November 20, with Angels and models heading to Shanghai for the annual extravaganza — you can see the red carpet here. 

MOVIE REVIEW: THE SNOWMAN 2017

MOVIE REVIEW: THE SNOWMAN 2017

October 2017

Murder. Mystery. Thriller.

Probably three of my favourite words in the world when it comes to movies. I'm a sucker for murder mysteries and the more suspenseful, the better. 

The Snowman is a 2017 Norway-based movie heralding performances from Michael Fassbender, Rebecca Ferguson and Val Kilmer. This euro-thriller had all of the pieces in place for a winner, a brooding detective with a troubled past, a wide-eyed up and comer looking to catch her break, and a serial killer murdering bad parents like they were Evil Santa from Futurama.

Have a read of what I thought of the movie below!

** SPOILERS AHEAD**

This movie fell flat for a few reasons, yet mainly it was the literal serial killer falling flat on his face and delving straight into the icy depths just before he could grab our protagonist was a copout not seen since Friday the 13th... and at least Jason popped back up invincible serial killer style! 

Being a fairly knowledgable one in the sorts of serial killers, the lukewarm attempt at thriller horror didn't remotely compare to the real stories of our violent indecency that has actually occurred in below average temperatures... (Andrei Chikatilo ring any bells? IT SHOULD)

Next time you're seeking a good scare, skip The Snowman and snuggle up with something like Texas Chainsaw Massacre. 

Thank you to Kate from Universal Pictures for inviting me to see this movie!