Diane Ackerman 
Even if I wasn’t a beauty editor, I would’ve made it my mission to research and sample the best Korean skin-care products. Most skin-care lovers are familiar with the likes of Cosrx, Innisfree, and Dr. Jart+, but thanks to social media (and retailers like Amazon and Soko Glam), we have increasing access to some of … Read more
Ella’s cousin Archie officiated the wedding. He led the ceremony to an emotional pinnacle when he had the couple’s friend, Maria Geyman, recite the poem “A Birthday” by Christina Rossetti. “Archie had read ‘A Birthday’ at my parents’ wedding 33 years ago, and I recited it at Archie’s wedding when I was 14—I loved that … Read more
Society’s obsession with thinness has reigned for decades. And while diverse bodies are finding their way on to our screens, runways and magazines more frequently, sometimes the pathway to progress feels anything but straightforward. Although it may be slow going, “body and beauty ideals are radically changing,” says Susan Dimasi, the designer and founder of … Read more
McDonald’s Australia has launched four new menu items, including a never-before-seen dessert which has been described as a “game changer”. Following on from the roaring success of last year’s Potato Scallops, Macca’s is bringing out Pineapple Fritters. The new treat – described as “sweet and juicy pineapple covered in a crispy, golden crumbed coating” – … Read more
Congratulations, Keke Palmer! The actor and singer just won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Host for a Game Show at the 2024 Creative Arts Emmys on January 7, and she did so with the most glamorously gorgeous honey-blonde hair. If you’ve ever seen Palmer in action as a host – perhaps on the Met Gala … Read more
It was 2020 the last time Georgina Chapman showed her Marchesa collection to the press. “We got comfortable during Covid,” she laughed, explaining the brand’s absence from the fashion cycle. Chapman wasn’t idle, however. She’s recently added Marchesa Rosa, a daywear collection with a bohemian spirit to her portfolio; it’s been designed to complement the … Read more
Hollywood, the place that announces itself with enormous letters on a hillside, is about nothing if not spectacle. So after a months’ long actors’ strike, if the stars had not pulled up to the Golden Globes red carpet in some noteworthy looks, it would have been time for some sartorial soul-searching. But, thankfully, at the … Read more
There was no Christmas miracle for renters as rent hikes continued into the holiday period before the market’s busiest time of year. The latest PropTrack Market Insight report found the median national rent has continued on its meteoric rise, increasing 1.8 per cent over the December quarter to $580 per week. This is an 11.5 … Read more
Florence Pugh is no stranger to a structural updo — or a shaved head, for that matter — nor is she afraid of a little see-through ensemble. At the 2024 Golden Globes, Pugh went all out, sporting both a faux-hawk and a sheer gown, proving that while it’s a new year, she’s very much still … Read more
Several generations are starting to discover the benefits of incorporating powerful ingredients into their skincare routines. Effective skincare is increasingly popular and increasingly easier to get hold of, and those looking to take good care of their skin no longer have to visit health and beauty stores to get hold of their most-used brands. Amazon … Read more
