Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2015 i ELLE Australia

ACTING FASHION DIRECTOR CATERINA SCARDINO MAY BE CAMERA-SHY, BUT SHE LOVED GETTING NICOLE TRUNFIO AND HER BABY SON ZION IN FRONT OF THE LENS ON P104. “Styling Nicole on set while she was breastfeeding her darling son gave me wonderful goosebumps. I hope these images empower mothers to breastfeed wherever they like, even if they’re appearing in the pages of a fashion magazine!” AMBER ELIAS RESEARCHED OUR ELLE ANNUAL HAIR SPECIAL ON P124. SHE PICKS HER TOP-FIVE HAIR MOMENTS OF THE YEAR (SO FAR). ROSIE HUNTINGTONWHITELEY debuted her crop last year, but taking off extra inches in April took it from basic-bitch lob to Carine Roitfeld territory. LÉA SEYDOUX’S amazing BAFTAs blow-dry was so chic and glamorous – an urgent call to step away from the curling tongs. SIENNA MILLER…

WRAP, TIE AND LAYER CREAMY WHITES AND POWDERY NEUTRALS for a soft take on tailoring Contrast cocoony coats and knits WITH SHEER SKIRTS OR SHORT SHORTS. The highlight: A SWIPE OF CARAMEL VIA A BAG OR BOOTS…

EDUN Founded by Ali Hewson and Bono in 2005 to promote trade in Africa, Edun is helmed by creative director Danielle Sherman (formerly of The Row and T By Alexander Wang), who’s built a refined, sporty aesthetic. mytheresa.com REFORMATION Reformation’s pieces are produced in an LA warehouse, where the team pulls apart and redesigns vintage clothing and dead stock. The result? Cool, laid-back items as worn by Karlie Kloss and Rihanna. thereformation.com RÊVE EN VERT Rêve En Vert (Dream In Green) is an online style hub that champions brands produced and manufactured in their country of origin – such as New York jeweller Pamela Love, who makes all her adornments in her NYC studio using ethically sourced stones and recycled metal. revenvert.com BEULAH LONDON This…

THE NEW TWIN-SET The tunic and trouser combination has the lengthening effect of a jumpsuit and the sensibility of the ’70s. Matchy-matchy has never been more chic. RETURN OF THE BROOCH The accessory you never knew you needed is back, made official by fashion heavyweights Givenchy, Chanel and Balenciaga. Sorry for doubting you, Nanna. FRINGE BENEFITS Tweed comes undone with frayed hemlines and tassels. Twirling compulsory. GOLDEN LOBES The reign of artwork as earrings continues – this season, most designers chose to work with metal and a moody muse. IT’S A COVER-UP Call it a drug-rug, poncho or blanket, but definitely call it a trend. Let us count the ways… CLASH CULTURE Spin the colour wheel and make a match – blue and green should always be seen when it…

JOHN HILL CONTRIBUTING PRODUCER/WRITER NOMINATED FOR Producer of the Year at the 2015 Grammys. PRODUCED Charli XCX’s mega hit “Boom Clap”. CLIENT LIST includes Kimbra, Eminem, Santigold and Rihanna. KID HARPOON CONTRIBUTING PRODUCER/WRITER NOTABLE collabs include Haim, Lily Allen and Skrillex. CO-WROTE Florence + The Machine’s chart-blitzing 2011 track “Shake It Out”. AN ARTIST in his own right whose album and two EPs earned him spots on “ones-to-watch” lists. PAUL EPWORTH PRODUCER/WRITER THE MAN behind Adele’s 21 album (his work on it earned him four Grammys). TEAMED up with Adele again in 2012 to pen Oscar-winning “Skyfall”. WAS HEADHUNTED to write tunes for (among others) Azealia Banks, Bruno Mars, John Legend and Bloc Party. ISABELLA SUMMERS BAND MEMBER FLO’S closest musical confidante – she’s played keyboard and mixed tracks since…

MILD MOFO PRIVATE ARCHAEOLOGY BY MARINA ABRAMOVIC The performance art pioneer is known for exercises that are meant to teach extreme mindfulness (like counting grains of rice for 16 hours). DARK MOFO WINTER FEAST Hobart’s modern-day Bacchanalian five-night feast on the Princes Wharf 1 waterfront, with food, performance, music, fire and the odd sacrificial demon burning. MODERATE MOFO BASS BATH BY BYRON J SCULLIN AND SUPPLE FOX New festival precinct Dark Park plays host to a circle of eight 2100-horsepower monolithic subwoofers, which will give you something like an internal massage. THE SHADOWS CALLING BY PATRICIA PICCININI AND PETER HENNESSEY Be confronted by visual artist Patricia Piccinini, who makes disturbing pieces that give animals eerily human features. MAX MOFO BLACKLIST “If abducted during the course of the night, the safe…

MARINA SHUT UP YOUTUBE.COM/MARINASHUTUP MANIFESTO: “Women are superior to men in literally every way. It’s science.” TELL ME MORE: Student and aspiring writer Marina Watanabe has more than 46,000 subscribers who love to watch her deadpan – and fabulously witty – YouTube updates. DON’T MISS: Her brilliant Feminist Fridays video series, which covers topics like “Why women are ‘sluts’ on Halloween” and “What’s it like dating a feminist?”, featuring her own boyfriend (above). SHE SAYS: “Feminists hate women who wear makeup... false. We have a deep respect for any woman who can apply eyeliner evenly to both eyes.” SELF-RESCUING PRINCESS SOCIETY PINTEREST.COM/SRPS MANIFESTO: “No knight in shining armour is going to always be there to save us. Instead, we straighten our tiaras... and get down to the business of kicking…

ELLE has always been about helping our readers be the best versions of themselves. That’s why we’re bringing together more than 15 expert thinkers, influencers and achievers – including beauty guru and bestselling author Zoë Foster Blake – for a series of talks, panels and open discussions on all the things that matter, from relationships and finance to career success and wellbeing. The ELLE Day Of Little Life-Changing Ideas is the only event of its kind, offering a unique opportunity to hear real, relevant messages from the very best people in their fields – all in a single day. Psychologists, health and wellness experts, life coaches, tech innovators, entrepreneurs, style leaders… we guarantee there’ll be someone to stimulate and motivate you at ELLE’s Day Of Little Life-Changing Ideas. VISIT ELLE.COM.AU…

Sometimes I just like to say the words, “When I had my cousin’s baby...” and watch people’s faces as they run through all the possibilities of this statement – not to torture them, of course, but because I’m grateful to now be able to laugh about it and because that’s the simplest way to label the most challenging experience of my life. When I was 16, my cousin – who I’ll call Susan, to protect her privacy – was diagnosed with a congenital malformation of her reproductive organs that prevented her from ever being able to carry her own child. She was only a year older than me, and we were very close growing up. When we got the news, we consoled ourselves with the knowledge that, thanks to medical…

BEAUTY NOTE Blending orange blossom, jasmine, frangipani and fig, the new seaside-inspired scent from Elie Saab is perfect for teaming with clean lines and classic cuts. Le Parfum, Resort Collection 2015, $107 for 50ml, Elie Saab, (02) 9695 5678…

From the Kardashian sisters’ eyebrow-grazing lengths to the disco-glitter flutter at Carolina Herrera AW15-16, lashes are having a moment. We want them bigger, bolder and blacker than ever before, and the arsenal of mascaras has expanded exponentially. Whether your lashes are stubby, straight or sparse, there’s a lengthening, strengthening, thickening, eye colour-enhancing solution. There are vibrating wands and spiky spherical applicators resembling medieval torture devices from which no renegade lash can escape; there are formulas that contain volume-boosting fibres, and those that “tube” around each hair, peeling off like tiny rubbery spiders when washed with soap and water. And of course, if you’d rather fake it until you make it, there are artificial options to fulfil any unnatural desire. Lash lust has been afoot for centuries. As with so many…

Hair. It’s a billion-dollar industry – probably because most of us admit that when it looks good, we feel good. But unless you’re a stylist, a great hair day is a rare gift. Well, that’s all about to change thanks to a new range of ground-breaking innovations. We’re not quite at the point of prescribing glossy Hollywood waves with a pill (we wish), but trust us, tomorrow has bet er hair. The AIR-GROWTH helmet A helmet that gives you fuller locks? It sounds on the fantastical side, until you find out a former NASA scientist is behind it. The Theradome laser helmet is a serious piece of equipment developed by biomedical engineer Tamim Hamid, who suffered from thinning hair himself. Worn for just 20 minutes, twice a week, the device…

JANNA JOHNSON O’TOOLE BEAUTY & FITNESS DIRECTOR JANNA Lightweight but deeply hydrating, this serum layers beautifully under foundation to fend off dryness for a smooth, even base. Hydra Life Pro-Youth Sorbet Essence, $126, Dior, (02) 9695 4800 JANNA This clay mask may put facialists out of business – it exfoliates and purifies like a pro, leaving my tricky skin ultra-refreshed and super-glowy. Purifying Exfoliating Mask, $58, Estée Lauder, 1800 061 326 JANNA Forgo clichéd moody winter polish shades and opt instead for this cheerful-chic cerulean hue. Le Vernis in Mediterranée, $39, Chanel, (02) 9900 2944 SARA I’m prepared to fight Janna to the death for ownership of this zesty, floral scent that blends sea salt with apple blossom, apricot-spiked osmanthus and coffee. Game on. Florabellio, $148 for 100ml, Diptyque, mecca.com.au…

INSTAGRAM @ELLEAUS Be inspired by ELLE’s behind-the-scenes snaps and fashion filter. ONLINE ELLE.COM.AU Your essential daily dose of fashion, beauty, runway and pop-culture news. FACEBOOK ELLEAUS Like us for exclusive global street style and celebrity fashion trends. THE PULSE Get a constant fresh feed of street style from around the world straight to your phone and share your look with other fashion devotees. Available from the App Store. TWITTER @ELLEAUS Up-to-the-minute snackable commentary from the ELLE team. ON YOUR TABLET All of our magazine content, delivered in digital form. Available from the App Store and on Google Play. NEWSLETTER Get ELLE news straight to your inbox. Sign up now at ELLE.com.au.…

What do you need to know about the new MacBook? Just like your Chanel mini Boy Bag – crammed with your phone, keys, charger cord, three lipsticks and a coconut water – this next-gen notebook also makes the most of every millimetre. At just 920 grams, it’s lighter than the Air and thinner, too: the 12-inch retina display screen and slim, sensitive-touch keyboard sits snugly into the 1.3cm-thin frame. It boasts nine hours of battery life on one charge plus it’s practically port-free, with just one for headphones and a high-tech USB-C slot. On offer in three shades – space grey, classic silver and our personal favourite, gold – Apple’s new slight-in-size baby makes every inch count. HOLOGRAPHIC HOMEWARES Take cues from the catwalk and add iridescence to your interiors.…

A NO-BRAINER FOR ANYONE WHO CAN’T DRINK A COFFEE WITHOUT MILK, this sleek addition to the Lattissima line-up has six one-touch coffee recipes built-in, plus new preheating milk features so blends come out quicker and easier. YES, IT LOOKS LIKE A UFO, but this stone-lined oven creates perfectly thin and crispy woodfire-style pizzas in four minutes flat. THE ORIGINAL IN RETRO-KITCHEN COOL, Smeg has a new collection of Italian-designed appliances – and this multiple-speed mixer is a stand-out.…

DESTINATIONS 1 SAMOA So you’ve got your hands on a Kiini crochet bikini – now you need a place to wear it. No destination offers unspoilt scenery, free from the usual hordes of snap-happy tourists, like Samoa’s 10 picturesque islands. Upolu – the South Pacific country’s main island – is refreshingly starved of sprawling resorts, making Coconuts Beach Club Resort & Spa a happy anomaly. Stay in traditional Polynesian-style villas and suites with beachfront views (book ahead for the ones suspended over water, because who doesn’t want to jump into azure waters from their balcony?) and wile away afternoons kayaking through the neighbouring mangrove estuary. Further adrift, you’ll find the bucket list-worthy Piula Cave Pool, a freshwater turquoise swimming spot beneath an historic Methodist church on the north coast of…

DOES HE OWN MAGIC MIKE? DEAR E JEAN, Is this a thing now? My boyfriend exchanges topless photos with other male friends via his smart phone. The guys (in their late twenties, early thirties) are straight, and he says they do it as an immature joke. But some of the poses are so provocative! And though he tells me he wants to stop doing it, it’s now weeks later and he’s still at it. – Foolishly In Denial? Or Closed-Minded? MISS DENIAL I haven’t heard it’s a thing. It could be a thing. It certainly should be a thing. But even though it would be great if guys were able to flaunt their buffness and shout, “Hell yes! I look awesome!” without having their sexuality labelled, alas, I don’t…

STYLE 101 “I always try and seek out pieces I think will be classic or timeless, not just something that’s trending or from the runway. Instead I buy things I know I’ll love forever.” If anyone has an eye for detail it’s Lisa Hamilton, the brains behind successful fashion and lifestyle blog See Want Shop. Her 234,000-odd Instagram followers would be the first to agree – the 27-year-old has cultivated a devout online following with her curation of fashion images and “classic but edgy” outfit posts. Based in Melbourne, but often travelling, shooting looks for SWS is often a day-long process: the perfect location needs to be scouted, the outfits styled and the angles perfected. “I love shooting in the suburbs of Toorak or Armadale because of the alleyways and…

FITNESS FOCUS “I stay motivated by getting outdoors to exercise. If you can drive it means you can head to the beach or a park to train. This varies your workout and means you challenge yourself.” One of the big misconceptions about the wives and girlfriends of the country’s highest-profile athletes is that they’re all style and no substance – but no-one puts paid to that theory more than Alex Davis, a qualified nutritionist, accredited health coach and successful model who just happens to be engaged to Collingwood Football Club captain Scott Pendlebury. The 27-year-old’s list of personal achievements is as long as her legs: there’s the Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Sciences from Victoria’s Deakin University, a health coach accreditation which she makes good use of through her health…

“Now more than ever DO I REALISE THAT I WILL NEVER BE content with a sedentary life, THAT I WILL ALWAYS BE haunted by thoughts of a sun-drenched elsewhere,” MUSED SWISS WRITER ISABELLE EBERHARDT. I know the feeling. Right now I’m in wanderlust mode because this issue marks our first-ever annual ELLE Travel Guide, revealing the destinations, resorts and trips you need to take or dream of taking this year. A few times while editing it I’d have to shake myself back to reality after finding myself deep into TripAdvisor without knowing how I got there. (I hope reading it has the same effect on you.) My husband is of the opinion that I love the process of planning a trip more than being on the trip itself. That’s probably…

With their sleek pointed toes and subtly leg-lengthening heel, Louis Vuitton’s ankle boots are topping all our wardrobe wish lists this season. Elegant, sharp and with just a hint of rock’n’roll, they’re offered in alligator leather, silk tapestry and velvet, to name just a few finishes. Best worn with a cropped jean or (just for kicks) the object of fashion’s current love affair, the culotte.…

It’s not just family blocks of Cadbury Dairy Milk and Killer Pythons looking trimmer these days; your accessories candy is also downsizing. If you’re a tote addict, it’s time to let go. Your giant, overstuffed, unappreciated bag isn’t doing you any favours. You know the one. It’s seductively roomy and sweetly accommodating; of course you can squeeze in your MacBook, makeup bag, umbrella, 365-day journal and a snack for later. Hell, might as well pop in the hot tongs and a change of shoes. But as it expands beyond all reasonable expectation, inevitably so will your stress levels and chiropractor’s bills. Enter Furla’s Metropolis Mini, taking the tiny bag trend to the next level and set to liberate you from your possessions, or at least those more than 16cm long…

“I love the dark tones of this model-off-duty ensemble (with matching nails, no less), but I’m enjoying the mode of transport even more – an essential alongside skinny jeans, biker boots and the anorak.” “These tootsies belong to ELLE UK’s accessories editor Donna Wallace, so that explains the great footwear and the little finishing touches: ankle socks and perfectly imperfect cuffed jeans.” “I spy a Maison Michel hat, Saint Laurent bag and belt, and a Repossi ring. Simple clothing lets the accessories shine.” “Double denim and a big fuzzy coat are a match made in sartorial heaven. This tonal look has me appreciating the cool weather.” “The classic trench feels way more relaxed worn open and paired with a sweatshirt.” “Rainbow fur and Chanel’s new Girl bag, just #because.” “The…

You might not recognise Juno Temple right off the bat but that’s because she’s been building her CV one small but gritty role at a time, determined to “only work with directors that inspire me in roles I find challenging”. She’s cornered the market in complicated heroines, having played a stripper who spices up the lives of a married couple (Afternoon Delight), a virgin offered as collateral to a hit man (Killer Joe), a rape victim-turned-victimiser (Atonement), a lesbian werewolf (Jack And Diane) and the murdered girlfriend of a man with satanic powers (Horns). This month, the 25-year-old stars alongside Carey Mulligan, Michael Sheen and Tom Sturridge in the adaptation of Thomas Hardy’s period romance Far From The Madding Crowd, playing an orphan who works on the farm owned by…

Rachel Zoe’s job title might be “stylist”, but that’s selling her a bit short, what with her eponymous clothing and accessories line, roster of A-list clients and net worth of $13 million. So how did she become one of the world’s most powerful style brokers? At 25, Zoe quit a magazine job to freelance as a stylist. Her first Hollywood client was Jennifer Garner, but it was overhauling the image of Nicole Richie – who fronted up to their first meeting in a tracksuit and “I love LA” cap – that sent her profile soaring. Now 43, Zoe is as in-demand as ever, juggling her role as CEO of Rachel Zoe, Inc with looking after her young sons Skyler and Kaius. When she speaks, you listen. LEARN TO NOT SWEAT…

“WHY DON’T YOU WATCH WHERE YOU’RE GOING?” a forty-something man muttered after we slammed into each other on the footpath, rocking my coffee out of its paper cup. “Because I’m deliberately hogging the street the same way you do every single day, thanks to your unconscious but entrenched feelings of gender superiority,” my inner voice shot back as I dabbed at my previously white shirtsleeve. It was my first attempt at replicating an experiment masterminded by 25-year-old New York union official Beth Breslaw, who recently spent two months refusing to swerve for any pedestrian who crossed her path to find out if, when moving towards each other, women are more likely to give way than men. When two people walk towards each other on a footpath a dance occurs –…

FIT CLUB Tried-and-tested workout trends, exercise regimens and diet plans – 100 per cent fad-free. TRAVEL All the intel you need before booking a flight to the South Pacific’s newest hotspot, Samoa. ZEITGEIST The apps you need to download, the life hacks you need to remember and the sex tricks you need to master. FASHION It-girl style files, must-have accessories and advice from those in the know. STREET STYLE Oversized knits, cosy coats and double denim – we’ve got your winter wardrobe inspiration covered. BEAUTY Stay looking fresh-faced with ELLE’s foolproof guide to anti-ageing. OVERALL EFFECT Learn how to style a super-cute romper – take your cues from the fashion pack.…

the REBELLIOUS MINI “A leather skirt is a must-have, especially one with unique details. Gold buttons add a modern twist to classic pieces.” the OVER - THE - KNEE BOOTS “Statement boots take any look to another level.” the BOYFRIEND SHIRT “I love stealing pieces from my husband’s closet. Menswear is also a huge inspiration to the way I dress.” the LEATHER JACKET “Hedi Slimane always delivers… I loved Saint Laurent this season, it had a touch of erotica and a Hollywood vibe.” the KNIT DRESS “Fabric and cut are the two most important things in a sexy dress. Sometimes less is more.” the LOVE - WORN JEANS “A great leather jacket and easy denim is my go-to look. You never go wrong with chic basics – they never go…

Add to inspo file: this ELLE reader discovered how to turn her creative passion into a paying job – and make overtime hours look good There’s no such thing as downtime when you own your own business. Just ask Gabrielle Jervis, who recently quit a great media gig for her all-time dream job: starting a ceramic and concrete homewares company with her sisters. “One day I could be working on the website, filming a video and writing a blog, the next I’ll be designing, making pieces and talking to the accountant,” she says. With such a busy schedule, it can be difficult to fit in a complex beauty routine. “On a good day, it’s mascara and red lipstick. Natural skin is the most beautiful thing, so generally I just run…

SYDNEY SAM OVERTON Unilever Haircare creative director and owner of Sam Overton Salon CELEBRITY CLIENTS Erin Heatherton, Samara Weaving, Samantha Harris 1. JESS HART’S FULL FRINGE The Aussie model may live in New York City, but she’s still a hometown hair hero. “Clients are realising bangs are more versatile than they thought,” says Overton, who has developed a cut ing technique called the “switch fringe” that allows it to be parted on either side or down the middle. While regular trims are required to keep the fringe fresh, a keratin-based conditioner will help prevent split ends and extend the time between salon visits. 2. LILY COLLINS’ CHIN-GRAZING BOB Sydneysiders who fell for the lob last year are going even shorter, says Overton, who loves to style this look with “lived-in…

THE EXPERT DAILY SHIELD Winter is not exactly on our side. If you’ve made it this far with healthy, supple hair that has just the right amount of bounce, then keep your locks in the shape everyone else is envying (they do – a lot) by turning the care factor up a notch. A light defensive moisture barrier will pack a pre-emptive punch against dry wind, cold and heating – consider it everyday insurance. HEALING REVIVAL We’re talking a smoothing, soothing SOS “haircial” here. Your therapists? A gently-does-it cleanser and intense-action conditioner, both with repair fibres and a moisture serum that soaks all the way in to perfect texture, relax frizz and reseal tips. Hello, happy, healthy hair. EDIT The finish? Ultra-smooth, lush and glowing like you’ve got your own…

“MY PHILOSOPHY IS TO LOOK AFTER MY BODY AS BEST AS I CAN. I ALWAYS PROTECT MY SKIN: I APPLY SUNSCREEN EVERY DAY, WEAR A HAT AT THE BEACH AND DRINK LITRES OF WATER. I HAVE FUN WITH A SPLASH OF LIP COLOUR; I LOVE TO CHANNEL THE ’40S.” – BIANCA SPENDER FRIDAY FROM LEFT Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser, $47, Aesop, aesop.com; Gentle Skin Cleanser, $10.49, Cetaphil, cetaphil.com.au; Body Lotion Nourishing Lotion SPF 30, $17.95, Cancer Council, cancer.org.au; Brow Artist Plumper in Dark Brunette, $18.95, L’Oréal Paris, 1300 659 359; Mineralize Concealer in NW25, $38, M.A.C, maccosmetics.com.au; Hypnôse Doll Eyes, $52, Lancôme, 1300 651 991; Lip Pencil in Auburn, $30, M.A.C, maccosmetics.com.au; Papaw Ointment, $5.95, Nude By Nature, nudebynature.com.au SATURDAY FROM LEFT Damage Remedy Restructuring Shampoo, $49, Aveda, aveda.com.au; Damage…

BESSER, SYDNEY Besser is the new casual eatery from the acclaimed A Tavola team. Inspired by the owner’s Italian heritage, the restaurant has a nostalgic fit-out, including a bar made out of besser blocks (the favoured building material of ’50s Italian immigrants all over Australia). The menu is full of must-trys, from fresh pasta to fried sardines with garlic mayo. Enjoy them with a glass of tap wine and a side of laid-back cool. 3/355 Crown Street, Surry Hills, NSW; besseritalian.com.au THE ROVING MARROW AT THE ASTOR, MELBOURNE The latest Melbourne pub to get a makeover is Carlton’s The Astor and, as part of the refurbishment, the in-house restaurant formerly known as Percy’s to locals has been completely reimagined. Heading up the renaissance is managing director Darran Smith,…

This issue of ELLE is published by Hearst/Bauer Media (Bauer). Bauer may use and disclose your information in accordance with our Privacy Policy, including to provide you with your requested products or services and to keep you informed of other Bauer publications, products, services and events. Our Privacy Policy is located at www.bauer-media.com.au/privacy/ It also sets out how you can access or correct your personal information and lodge a complaint. Bauer may disclose your personal information offshore to its owners, joint venture partners, service providers and agents located throughout the world, including in New Zealand, USA, the Philippines and the European Union. In addition, this issue may contain Reader Offers, being offers, competitions or surveys. Reader Offers may require you to provide personal information to enter or to take part.…

1 DOWNLOAD THE FREE viewa APP 2 SCAN ANY PAGE THAT SHOWS THE viewa LOGO TO START SHOPPING OR TAP INTO MORE ELLE CONTENT Download viewa free from: VIEWA.NET iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc, registered in the US 26 and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. viewa is available on Android devices, versions 2.2-2.4…

After departing her eponymous label of 10 years in 2013, designer Kit Willow is back with a new collection of ready-to-wear, jewellery and shoes called KitX, and a laser-like focus on sustainable, ethical and design-led fashion. The mother of two has spent the better part of her 15-month hiatus researching, consulting and collaborating with eco-minded organisations like Nest and Global Organic Textile Standard to produce a range laced with her signature confidence, ease and sensuality. Cue organic cotton shirting, corsetted wool crepe dresses and handwoven silk blouses that don’t compromise on quality or cool-factor. WHERE DID THE PHILOSOPHY BEHIND THE NEW LABEL COME FROM? I just knew that whatever I did next had to be win-win. The customer wins because she gets to wear clothes she loves but knows they…

As the mercury creeps downwards, choose from crisp and classic silhouettes, ’70s-inspired belted trenches or soft neutrals. Our dream pick? Prada’s bow-adorned It-coat in plush double wool, perfect for negotiating the transition from cold to colder. Time to tartan up. RETRO VISION MINIMAL LIVING FUTURE CLASSICS PRACTICAL MATTERS…

As fashion firsts go, attending a Métiers d’Art show celebrating Chanel’s out-of-this-world artisanal craftsmanship is about as good a deflowering as you can get. So when actress Phoebe Tonkin found out Chanel would re-create its latest pre-fall collection, initially shown in Salzburg, Austria, in the Big Apple, she wangled two days off from her demanding shoot schedule to channel Tyrolean tradition and attend. For the fairytale reimagining of the Schloss Leopoldskron, the rococo palace of The Sound Of Music fame that played the backdrop to the original show, only a dream dress would do. A white embroidered frock, accessorised with Chanel Fine Jewellery and a velvet hair ribbon, was a von Trappian nod to the regal looks on the runway, and spot-on for Tonkin’s introduction to Karl Lagerfeld’s whimsical world.…

After weeks of cryptic hashtagging (#stellaishere, #teamstella), Ruby Rose confirmed what we’d all hoped: she’ll play Litchfield Penitentiary’s newest inmate in the third season of Orange Is The New Black, which airs this month. “People said I’d never get work because I have too many tattoos, people said this, people said that,” says the 29-year-old DJ, shot here for ELLE. “But I just finished filming arguably one of the biggest TV shows in the world right now.” Her portrayal of Stella Carlin, the love interest to both Piper (Taylor Schilling) and Alex (Laura Prepon), has the approval of OITNB co-stars, including Uzo Aduba, whose role as Suzanne “Crazy Eyes” Warren has won her a Golden Globe nomination and an Emmy award. “Ruby has done a wonderful job in joining the…

I’m not one of these flame artists, where it [their fame] burns very bright but goes out quickly. My goal is to burn like coal: no light, just a little glow, but really fucking hot for a long time.” So says unpredictable British artist Ryan Gander who, when he’s not showing his kooky conceptual art the world over, is designing sneakers for adidas and editing books about his artist buddies’ favourite cocktails. Oh, and the 39-year-old does it all from a wheelchair (he prefers to keep the details of his physical disability quiet but relies on a team to help create his large-scale works). With an exhibition of his work opening at Melbourne’s Australian Centre For Contemporary Art this month, ELLE meets the man who hates Instagram and admits a…

MINDLY PLUS If you’re a visual person, you’ll love how this app helps to order your ideas and thoughts in simple, colour-coded ways. Price: $8.99 SPYLIGHT Like Shazam for fashion, this listens to the show or movie you’re watching then links you to where you can buy a character’s outfit. Price: free THE MINDFULNESS APP This is so straightforward and simple, with guided meditation sessions from three to 30 minutes – the perfect time-out for the time-poor. Price: $3.79 IKIVA Lets you grant micro loans to help people around the world become more independent. When they make money, they pay you back and you can redistribute the cash. Price: free DRAGON DICTATION I can talk to my phone when I’m on the go and it will…

The world is full of big and thorny problems, but right now there’s one – bigger and thornier than most – that seems to be connected to, oh, just about everything. I’m referring to (and worrying about) the great “creativity crisis”. Why have creativity-test scores steadily declined worldwide since 1990, as one recent report showed? Why is it that universities have expanded over the past 40 years, but the level of research and creative achievement they generate – those “aha!” moments, the big ideas – are drying up? And why (oh, why!) does my own day-to-day thinking – about work, relationships and what to do on Saturday night – so frequently feel stale? Back in the day, it got me excited to dive into complicated projects and devise my own…

MANSPREADING You’ve seen them – the guys sitting with their legs so far akimbo they take up twice their body width. You can find them on trains or buses, or, if you’d like to view them from a distance, check out the Men Taking Up Too Much Space On The Train Tumblr. MANSPLAINING Urban Dictionary defines it as “delighting in condescending, inaccurate explanations delivered with rock-solid confidence of rightness and that slimy certainty that of course he is right, because he is the man in this conversation”. That is: me silly woman! You very clever man who knows big words! RELATED: MANTORING When your boss/boyfriend/father/uncle tries to tell you what’s what on a topic they know nothing about. Like the value of investment pieces. MANTERRUPTING Generally happens if you’re the…

There’s a completely fresh, totally wearable, utterly desirable way to dress on the horizon. Make this your sea change.…

A stylist’s kit is brimming with all sorts of pre-emptive paraphernalia: needle and thread, double-sided tape, spare everything… but nothing to combat a baby relieving itself on an $11,500 Christian Dior coat. “Oh my gosh, here he goes! He’s actually doing it!” laughs Nicole Trunfio – one of very few Australian exports who can prefix “model” with “super” – as she clutches her four-month-old son, Zion. Lucky for us, said coat is patent leather, and lucky for the culprit, he’s the cutest, dimple-bottomed bundle of goodness you’ve ever seen. If anyone agrees, it’s WA-born Trunfio, who spends every spare second of ELLE’s cover shoot smothering her first child, with muso fiancé Gary Clark Jr, in kisses, cooing, “I just love you so much”. It’s a softer side to the 29-year-old,…

We just met the makeup essential we never knew we were missing. In one slick tube this champion multi-tasker is a primer, boosting the volume of your favourite mascara, and a water-resistant top coat, making sure lashes are lush, lifted and last all day. Or skip the middleman and wear the soft tint alone for natural definition. It’s a one-stop wonder. GREAT ESCAPE Enjoy a taste of the European summer with a spritz of these sultry new scents.…

1. OPENING ACT Once you experience the effects of this protein-rich pre-shampoo treatment (think protection against damage, frizz management and lasting smoothness), you’ll see it’s anything but a gimmick. 2. FIRST CLEANSE This paraben-free, vegan formula has the guts to shift grit and styling products, but the jasmine and mandarin oils are gentle enough even if you’re a wash-every-time-you-shower kind of girl. Plus, the bot le is pret y chic. 3. SECOND SUD If a double cleanse is taxing on your scalp, ease off the sulphate. This shampoo does just that, and it has protective UV filters to help prolong your colour. 4. STRENGTH CONDITIONING Taking the anti-ageing hair game up a notch, this conditioner blends protective antioxidants with strand-swelling hyaluronic acid. Bonus points for the spicy scent that lingers…

HUNT The elegant Rimowa Limbo Multiwheel suitcase is strong and durable, but it’s the lightweight design you’ll really be grateful for if you’re the type who likes to pack (or shop) a lot. Available in a variety of sizes and colours, including Carmona Red (pictured). $1,190; huntleather.com.au DOVE Want feather-light hair that shines with good health? Start with Dove’s Intensive Repair Shampoo to soften and Intensive Repair Conditioner to smooth, then finish with Pure Care Dry Oil to transform locks into flowing silk. $6.89 each for shampoo and conditioner, $19.99 for dry oil; mydove.com.au NESPRESSO Nespresso has launched its latest exclusive – a limited-edition Pure Origin Grand Cru called Perú Secreto. Featuring roasted and cocoa notes, this unique coffee has an intense, sweet and round taste.…

Lupita Nyong’o has worn a rainbow of red-carpet-lips, painting her pout with everything from a chalky neon pink pigment to metallic purple eye shadow and no doubt single-handedly boosting lipstick sales around the world. But although the 32-year-old Oscar winner (and Lancôme spokesperson) will try any makeup shade, she plays it safe when it comes to her glowing complexion. “I’m very nervous my skin of its oils,” says the actress, who suffered from severe rashes when she was younger. “My mother finally went to Madagascar for this herbal concoction that did the trick. She taught me that nature knows best.” YOU’VE BEEN NAMED THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PERSON IN THE WORLD. HOW DOES THAT FEEL? When someone mentions it to my face, it feels lovely and ticklish – it’s never unappreciated…

When Gwyneth Paltrow announced on a US TV show that her third cookbook was going to be full of recipes for “clean comfort food”, the studio audience applauded excitedly, apparently thrilled at the prospect of waistline-friendly alternatives to cheese-laden oven bakes. But while ELLE loves a chia cacao pudding as much as the next girl, isn’t the whole point of comfort food that it’s unashamedly synonymous with two other C words: carbs and calories? Well, not exactly. A study from the University at Buffalo in the US linked comfort food with positive memories of the person who first prepared that dish for us, saying it’s the social side of dishes, not particularly their calorific content, that soothes us. “Comfort food should be something that reminds you of what your mum…

WANNABE SOMMELIERS Vivino Wine Scanner’s picture recognition feature lets you upload a wine label and get a description, ballpark price and user rating within seconds. You can even take a photo of an entire wine list and get ratings and reviews. Free on iTunes MEAT LOVERS Ask The Butcher helps users in every step of their meat-cooking journey, from the supermarket aisle to the kitchen. Features include top tips on selecting the perfect cut, preparation information and cooking guidelines from in-built master butcher Anthony Puharich. $3.79 on iTunes BARGAIN HUNTERS Searching for a pub deal on your way home or the nearest happy hour? Consider BarBait your cheat sheet to cheap drinks and meals around Melbourne. Free on iTunes…

HOME IS WHERE THE HEARTH IS Cooler weather calls for cosy drinking dens – and that means a fireplace and toasty tipple. Here, our pick of the best winter bars Sydney THE FOXTROT INN, CROWS NEST THEFOXTROTINN.COM.AU DRINK: Dark ’n’ Stormy – Gosling’s Black Seal Rum and fresh lime topped with ginger beer. Brisbane THE GRESHAM BAR THEGRESHAM.COM.AU DRINK: Death And Taxes – Jameson whisky, ginger, honey, apple, pineapple, walnuts and smoke. Hobart KNOPWOODS RETREAT, SALAMANCA PLACE KNOPWOODS.COM DRINK: Flaming Mary – the traditional mix of vodka, Worcestershire, Tabasco, horseradish, salt, pepper, lemon and celery, but set alight to keep you warm. Melbourne ACQUA E VINO, YARRAVILLE ACQUAEVINO.COM.AU DRINK: Smoky Cinnamon Martini – gin, vermouth and cinnamon liqueur topped with a toasted cinnamon quill. Adelaide LOFT OYSTER AND WINE BAR…

CAREER ADVICE “If you love your job then you’re not really working. My tip is not to try and find a work/life balance – I just try and make the two elements interwine.” Ask Sarah Ellison how much of her job as style editor for interiors bible Real Living is wrapped up in glamour, and she’ll laugh. “Not nearly as much as people think! Most of the time you’re schlepping furniture around, crawling around on the floor putting different pieces together and being a bit of a courier, zipping from one side of the city to the other in your car.” The 38-year-old – who launched a debut collection of wallpaper designs called “Light of Heart” last year – lives with her partner Michael and baby son Blaze in a…