Why This Actress Sold 12 Chanel Bags to Launch Her Women’s Empowerment Organisation

Suzana Pires wears many stylish hats, including artist, entrepreneur, influencer (with 1.4 million Instagram followers) and women's empowerment organisation founder and advocate. Her remarkable journey spans from a childhood fascination with performance to becoming a celebrated actress, writer, show runner, and founder of Dona de Si - an organisation dedicated to empowering women. Now,…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa30/09/2023

Beauty & Fashion Fashion Sustainability

Five Ways These Aussie Eco Undies are “Going Green”

In an era that showcases that it’s possible for sustainability and style to intersect, one Australian underwear brand is stripping down to basics and playing its part to protect our planet. Step One, already known for its incredibly comfortable underwear, is making significant strides towards a greener, more sustainable future. Here are five fab ways…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa29/09/2023

Food & Drink Quick & Easy Recipes

Silky Umami Eggs on Rice

Whether you're hungry for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive brunch option, the rich, savoury flavours of the Umami Papi Chill Oil, with the velvety smoothness of perfectly cooked eggs on rice, will make this easy-breezy dish a family favourite. Ingredients (Serves 2) 1 cup of white rice 2 cups of water 6…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa27/09/2023

Entertaining & Wine Food & Drink

4 Coffee Trends To Try (+ an Espresso Martini Recipe From One Of The World’s Best Baristas)

Johnny Di Francesco, founder and head chef of 400 Gradi (recognised for some of the best pizza in the world) also knows a thing or two about coffee. We caught up with the barista considered a king of caffeine, for a sneak peek into the coffee trends he believes we'll all be trying this Summer.…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa25/09/2023

Food & Drink Quick & Easy Recipes

Chilli Steak Sandwich

The succulent, perfectly grilled meat, nestled between soft, toasted buns and coated with the tantalising spicy kick of Umami Papi's signature oil, of this chilli steak sandwich will leave your taste buds tingling. Ingredients (Serves One) Ingredients: 1 Ciabatta bread roll Piece of steak 1 handful rocket lettuce 8 cherry tomatoes 1 pinch dried mixed…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa16/09/2023

Beauty & Fashion News & Trends

Why Olive Leaf Extract Is The New Buzz Ingredient In Skin Care

Sophia Loren bathed in it, JLo claimed to moisturise her face with it and even Brazilian beauty Gisele Bundchen reportedly uses it as a hair conditioner on her signature locks. In addition to the fact that olive oil has been a staple of many a classic Mediterranean meal for millennia, here’s why olive leaf extract…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa16/09/2023

Beauty & Fashion Celeb Style

I Tried the JLo Facial and This Is What Happened

If there’s one thing Jennifer Lopez is known for (other than her ability to sing, act, dance, and rock a plunging floral Versace dress), it’s her luminous skin. So, when I found out that Clear Skincare had collaborated with Jenny From the Block to elevate their classic Hydrafacial with the JLo Beauty Booster, of course…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa04/09/2023

Beauty & Fashion Celeb Style

Life Lessons According to an Original 90s Supermodel

The term "supermodel" might be used loosely, but glamorous Rachel Hunter really was one of the OG’s claiming the catwalk as her own during the heady heights of the 90. Today, the mellowed-out mum and new face of Essano reflects on real estate, rose hip oil and what she’s reading right now. Rachel Hunter Designer Darling…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa04/09/2023

Beauty & Fashion News & Trends

10 Father’s Day Fragrance Gift Ideas (For every kind of Dad)

When it comes to a present that dad will love, a good bottle of aftershave or Eau De Toilette makes excellent "scents"! Bad dad jokes aside, we're sure you'll find the perfect perfume for pa in our guide to Father's Day Fragrance Gift Ideas. The kind that shows him you "nose" all about his favourite…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa01/09/2023

Advice Travel & Leisure

Sophie Falkiner’s Six Best Travel Tips

With a career that has seen her globetrotting for over two decades, Sophie Falkiner has picked up a few hacks for vacationing in style. The Carousel caught up with the model, host and presenter of Luxury Escape's & Sydney Weekender, who shared her six best travel tips for any kind of trip - just in…

ByMarie-Antoinette Issa31/08/2023