Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2015 i Harper's Bazaar Australia

Hands up if you are happy to see the end of winter. As much as I love rugging up in cashmere and wearing out the red soles of my Christian Louboutin boots, I am definitely a warm-weather soul. Bring on the heat, I say, which is why I love editing our annual BODY ISSUE, as it signifies the start of spring at BAZAAR HQ. One of my favourite models right now is Australian beauty Jessica Hart. She epitomises health and happiness, and was glowing at our cover shoot in Sydney. She was cheeky, too, conspiring with BAZAAR fashion director Thelma McQuillan and photographer Steven Chee to take some racy faux cover shots to play a practical joke on me. They won, as I was on the phone pretty quickly (still…

STRAIGHT FROM THE HART From off-duty cool to front-row polish to red-carpet glamour, JESSICA HART does it all effortlessly. We shine the spotlight on our cover girl’s inimitable personal style. BEST IN SHOW Download the BAZAAR TV app and nab a front-row seat for S/S 2016 fashion month. Daily updates will keep you across the need-to-know shows from New York, London, Paris and Milan. If it’s on BAZAAR TV, it’s worth watching. WELL CONNECTED Update your Instagram feed with the most inspiring #fitspo accounts, download something fresh from Hemsley + Hemsley’s BAZAAR Recipe Residency, or road-test one of our favourite fitness apps. This spring, we’re turning to tech to help us start over. SPRING INTO RACING SEASON Nail the race-day dress codes with BAZAAR’s ultimate what-to-wear guide to Spring Racing…

6:30AM I wake up naturally at the same time every day, even if I go to bed late — I have a personal clock. I go straight to the kitchen and prepare my coffee. My first conversation of the day is probably with my dog, Zac. He tells me, “Let’s eat breakfast!” and walks around me while I’m trying to prepare it. Zac is gorgeous. He’s like a human; he’s really well educated. 6:50AM I can get ready in 20 minutes. I pick out what I’m going to wear the night before. It depends on my mood. One day I’m really dressed up, the next I’ll jump into a pair of jeans and a shirt. Maybe I’ll wear the same thing for three days. Usually I’m more into monochrome, but…

The best beauty advice I ever got was from Polly Bergen when I was 11 years old. I was watching her on TV at my stepfather’s house, and she said something like,“I wish someone had told me when I was younger to start taking care of my skin. ” So even though I was in the fifth grade, I did what she said. My stepfather was married to a Ford model at the time, and she would let me use some of her products but never her Erno Laszlo, so I started sneaking the Erno Laszlo soap. I got into huge trouble for it. This was around 1977, when Erno Laszlo was, like, all the shit. She had brought it from New York. These days I use SK-II products and…

One of my favourite photographs is a portrait of artist Georgia O’Keeffe in 1960. She is outside, under the blue sky of New Mexico, hanging her painting Pelvis Series, Red With Yellow on an easel. Her hair pulled back in a bun, she’s wearing a long-sleeved black tunic cinched with an Héctor Aguilar belt made of black leather embellished with bold silver crosses. Now that is a belt. The sort of belt that would give a girl a fit of delight in a vintage store or be found by happenstance in a relative’s closet. A belt that often ends up on Pinterest, captioned with something like “OMG, I love/live/die for that belt. ” That’s what belts do: they say something. There’s something about a belt that instantly confers character. If…

JESSICA HART is looking politely confused. “Do you not go to the gym?” she asks me. As Hart is BAZAAR’s Body Issue cover girl (and I don’t think anyone would argue she isn’t more than qualified for the task), I’ve arrived at our interview armed with health-and-fitness-related questions to find out exactly why she is looking particularly fabulous at the moment (which she totally is; I mean, God, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a gold American Apparel swimsuit look good on anyone). Personally, I don’t know a lot about exercise, but I’m hoping I can wing it. “So,” I ask,“do you try different fitness regimens or, like, just do the same thing all the time?” “I definitely like to mix it up,” says Hart. “I mean, you have to,…

“Oils are anhydrous —they don’t contain any water, so technically they can’t rehydrate,” says Jennifer Hirsch, beauty botanist for The Body Shop. “What they can do is replenish the skin’s natural oils. They contain an array of skin savers, from antioxidants to essential fatty acids to a rainbow of vitamins and active principles.” SOME OF OUR FAVOURITES: JOJOBA: Jojoba blends with our sebum [skin’s natural oils] to form a thin, non-greasy layer, working to control moisture, making [skin] more flexible and supple. In skins with excess sebum — a contributing factor to congestion — jojoba has been shown to break down the excess. Try Shiseido Future Solution LX Replenishing Treatment Oil, $290. TAMANU: This seed oil has been shown to be cicatrising: it promotes the formation of new cells and…

MY TRIBE IS A HAIRLESS ONE. Two years ago, when I spat into a plastic vial and sent my saliva to a service to have my genetic history mapped, one of the traits that came back was the following: “You are from people with the least amount of body hair on earth. ”There was a map and an arrow pointing to a dot, somewhere between northern Europe and Scandinavia, and it basically said: you are here — and hairless. So when I grew pubic hair, probably sometime around 18 years old, it was not a big deal. I never thought of grooming or plucking or shaving or bleaching; it seemed unnecessary, and there wasn’t very much to work with anyway. I also didn’t own a bikini or have sex…

Eliza O’Hare:The new album is a rich, dreamlike tapestry of songs. Was Emma a big inspiration? Father John Misty: Emma is unwilling to live with a bullshit artist. We’re both creative people, we’re both interested in using our own experiences for science, so to speak. That’s inspiring and it’s about creating an environment that’s conducive to discussing this stuff and having it all out in the open and trying to see it for what it is. If I was with someone with a main prerogative of just maintaining some kind of pleasant status quo, then it would be much more difficult to go to the places I want to go. EOH: Some of the lyrics are very funny — I won’t say cruel . . . FJM: My…

Argentinian art director and front-row regular Sofía Sanchez de Betak’s effortless style has earned multiple best-dressed mentions and 55,000 Instagram followers. You’d never guess that before being scouted to model as a teenager she was bullied for looking like E. T. “I was the geeky one,” she says,“then someone put my face on every magazine and billboard in Argentina, which was overwhelming for a 14-year-old. ” Since swapping her home town of Buenos Aires for New York and a career at Doug Lloyd’s creative agency five years ago, de Betak has worked for clients including Louis Vuitton, Estée Lauder, Marni and Jimmy Choo. What little spare time she has is devoted to treasure hunting in the city’s flea markets. “There’s a Spanish word, chuchería, which means knick-knack, but my family…

ACNE STUDIOS: (02) 9360 0294, acnestudios.com acnestudios. com AJE.: from Myer, 1800 811 611, myer.com.au myer. com. au; a-j-e. com. au AKIRA: akira. com. au ALBERTA FERRETTI: albertaferretti. com ALEX PERRY: from Myer, 1800 811 611, myer.com.au myer. com. au; alexperry. com. au ALEX PERRY FOR SPECSAVERS: 1800 074 171, specsavers. com. au ALEXANDER McQUEEN: alexandermcqueen. com ALEXANDER WANG: alexanderwang. com ALTUZARRA: altuzarra. com AMERICAN APPAREL: (02) 9358 2666, americanapparel. com. au ANDREW McDONALD: (02) 8084 2595, andrewmcdonald. com. au ANN SHOEBRIDGE: from Myer, 1800 811 611, myer. com. au; annshoebridge. com AQUAZZURA: from Myer, 1800 811 611, myer. com. au; aquazzura. com AURÉLIE BIDERMANN: from matchesfashion. com; aureliebidermann. com BALENCIAGA: from Harrolds, (02) 9232 8399, harrolds. com. au; from net-a-porter. com; balenciaga. com BALLY: (02) 9231 5015, ballyofswitzerland. com BALMAIN: from Myer,…

SPRINGTIME BLOOMS NEEDN’T ALWAYS BE A FRILLY, PASTEL AFFAIR. GIVE YOUR LOOK A SOPHISTICATED EDGE VIA SOMBRE HUES, DRAMATICALLY CUT PIECES AND DARING HEADWEAR.…

When Eugenia Kim found herself with a haircut so bad that she had to shave her head, the then-millinery student did what only a milliner could do – she created for herself a customised feather cloche that was sculpted in the shape of a bob. The offbeat design proved a hit with retailers and the New Yorker’s eponymous brand was born. Fast-forward 17 years and Kim’s whimsical yet luxurious pieces, which saw her win a prestigious Council of Fashion Designers America Award for Accessory Design in 2004, are loved by fashion editors and tastemakers worldwide. Nicole Warne, Beyoncé, Sarah Jessica Parker and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley are all fans, as is retail giant Myer, which has just started stocking the Eugenia Kim range as well as the Genie By Eugenia Kim diffusion…

BELLOTA This very European-style bistro is snuggled in beside Prince Wine Store, which boasts more than 4000 bottles. The menu is beautifully shareable and standouts include the Batemans Bay oysters and house-made charcuterie, backed up by the simple selection of cheese and antipasti, and Spanish-influenced mains. South Melbourne, bellota.com.au bellota. com. au. THE TOWN MOUSE If you want to keep the bustle going,The Town Mouse is a great destination. Like your favourite neighbourhood joint, this place is warm and fuzzy with a side order of friendliness and a big focus on ingredients — there are even a few great vegetarian dishes. The wine list is extensive. Carlton, thetownmouse.com.au thetownmouse. com. au. VALENTINO A lively Calabrian restaurant with a big emphasis on some truly excellent pizza, including gluten-free options, on its daily changing…

“My personal style evolves all the time,” says Hart. “I think the same goes for anyone, because it’s really something that is so indicative of you and your lifestyle, and it’s a great way to express yourself and figure out who you are.” While the model loves dressing up and wearing the likes of Valentino, Alaïa, Ferragamo and Charlotte Olympia on the red carpet, she says that when she shops, it’s usually for an off-duty look. “When I’m buying stuff, I prefer high-street brands, but I still like to push the boundaries.” Her mantra? “Have fun — play with it!” ON THE COVER Photographed by Steven Chee. Styled by Thelma McQuillan. Jessica Hart wears Gucci dress, $5640. Price approximate. See Buylines for details and stockists. Hair by Michele McQuillan at…

If you met Cassandra* and her husband, Leo, at a parent-teacher evening at their children’s private school, you’d be impressed. She is a well-spoken woman who once worked in the medical field, with a master’s degree and a PhD. Her husband is charismatic and handsome, a seemingly easygoing guy who worked his way to the top of his company, eventually buying it. Acquaintances see much to envy: an expensive house, an affluent lifestyle, two healthy children. But those with a more intimate friendship have seen a different side to Leo: the guy who screamed at Cassandra the day after their wedding, ranting that marrying her was the biggest mistake of his life. The man who tells her, when he is mid-rage, eyes wild with fury, that she is an evil…

Describe your personal style. KENDALL: I like to keep it simple and classy. I’m not like her [points to Kylie]. She can wear a full-blown gown to lunch. I like a whole Saint Laurent look. I’d call it cool. KYLIE: I’ll wear heels and a dress to lunch. What’s your fashion standby? KENDALL: A pair of mid- or high-rise jeans that look good on the butt, with straight or skinny legs. KYLIE: A good leather jacket. Everyone needs a good leather jacket. Who’s your dream wardrobe swap? KENDALL: Miranda Kerr or Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. They’re super polished. KYLIE: I think Kim [Kardashian West]. I would want her whole closet if I could switch her shoe size. What would you never wear? KENDALL: I never say never. Fashion is always evolving.…

Classic pieces in a palette of khaki and grey create a polished foundation for your wardrobe. Team these sophisticated neutral tones with the perfect accessories: Specsavers’ Style Ambassador Kellie Hush’s selection of neutral glasses. Khaki glasses are just the right match for softer casual pieces during the day, such as denim with a khaki sleeveless jacket. Or why not pair grey — toned glasses with a sleek charcoal dress to look effortlessly glamorous? With Kellie’s expert style advice to guide you and two pairs of fashion-forward glasses — complete with single vision lenses — priced from $199, you will always be in style at Specsavers. “At Harper’s BAZAAR, we’re featuring a lot of neutral tones. Shades of khaki and grey are so sophisticated and you can take the look right…

Often it’s the smallest of details that can lift a workhorse suit to the next level. Case in point: this LOUIS VUITTON classic two-piece, elevated by an ever-so-slightly sporty shoelace tie. Karl Lagerfeld’s spin on a waiter’s apron breathed new life into the skirt-suit at CHANEL, providing endless inspiration for a sophisticated desk-to-drinks look come party season. Transseasonal weather calls for a sleeveless coat, and PRADA’s new-season offering — complete with a couture edge thanks to its fabrication of double-faced jersey — is a surefire future wardrobe staple.…

6 WEEKS TO GO GO HAIR-FREE: Laser hair removal has changed our lives, and recent tech updates mean it’s now virtually pain-free and a super-economical alternative to regular waxing. It’s crucial to choose somewhere reputable, however, to ensure your technician is properly trained and uses only the latest equipment. (Our tip: Laser Clinics Australia has the medical-grade Candela GentleLase Pro and GentleYag Pro lasers; find a location near you at laserclinics. com. au). Depending on your skin type and hair colour, you might need anything from three to eight sessions, spaced six weeks apart to ensure permanent hair removal, but you should notice less regrowth after session one. Best investment ever. 4 WEEKS TO GO CLEANSE AND DETOXIFY: “Start taking artichoke extract (10 drops in 500ml of water) in the…

STACY MARTIN is a girl full of surprises. The 24-year-old French-born model turned actor could easily have made her name playing the sweet ingenue, but instead she chose to explode onto the screen in Lars von Trier’s erotic 2013 film,Nymphomaniac. And next year you can catch her on red carpets with Robert Pattinson spruiking historical mystery The Childhood of a Leader,and in The Last Photograph, a drama in which she co-stars with Danny Huston. Leaving Paris for London at the age of 18,she started modelling, met musician boyfriend Daniel Blumberg (with whom she now lives) and then started acting. Her unique mix of bold features and delicate femininity soon caught the eye of designer Miuccia Prada, who anointed Martin as the face of Miu Miu’s first fragrance. “There’s something very…

They’re the BAZAAR girls, the biggest model names in the world, who have graced our pages for the past 60 years. Their work, captured by the most accomplished fashion photographers, is the star of new book Harper’s BAZAAR: Models (Abrams, $75). BAZAAR US editor-at-large Derek Blasberg, a close friend and confidante of many of the women featured, showcases 28 iconic beauties including Suzy Parker, China Machado, Iman and Kate Moss — and, of course, “The Trinity” of Linda Evangelista, Christy Turlington and Naomi Campbell. A foreword by Karl Lagerfeld gives an insight into this elegant investigation of fashion and sets the tone for an absolute fashion-addict’s page-turner. Fittingly, the opening chapter is devoted to Linda Evangelista, a model so fluid in her physicality that in five years of work she…

LEON BRIDGES COMING HOME Just like the first time you listened to the Fugees or Amy Winehouse and felt like you’d found an instant friend, you just know after your first play of Coming Home that Leon Bridges is sticking around. On the texas native’s debut record, he delivers the kind of sloppy drums and sweet soul that would feel just right to Al Green, Otis Redding and Sam Cooke. “twistin’ & Groovin’” is a favourite, and probably one of the main reasons Bridges’ uS tour sold out. EVERYTHING EVERYTHING GET TO HEAVEN Oh, hi, my new favourite band! these guys are making the perfect music to slot straight into your workout or party playlist. Everything Everything are funny and fast, and it’s easy to see the direct line of…

Capitol Grand is Melbourne’s first six-star luxury retail and residential lifestyle destination that is redefining the way we live, and the way we experience retail in Melbourne. Located at the iconic corner of Toorak Road and Chapel Street in South Yarra, just 4km from the CBD, Capitol Grand will bring together the world’s luxury brands to reflect Australia’s new global position as the gateway to Asia. Australians will see a return to the traditional high-street shopping experience that Melbourne is famous for. Designed by internationally renowned Australian architects Bates Smart specifically to recapture the elegance of street-arcade shopping, fashion lovers will delight in international high-end brands side by side with the flagship stores of Australia’s own talented designers, lining Chapel Street as the gateway to Capitol Grand South Yarra. Inside,…

As the editor of BAZAAR, I’m lucky enough to attend some of the biggest fashion events in the world, but no matter where I go, one of the most stylish moments of my year is a day spent at Flemington during Spring Racing Carnival. Perhaps it’s because the festival represents the unofficial launch of party season, but everyone, no matter how laidback, takes pride in what they wear, and it makes a day spent at the races very special. As a regular judge of Myer’s Fashions on the Field, I’m always inspired by the unique and often unexpected way women from all over Australia put together their racing looks. From the choice of hat down to a fabulous pair of heels, the level of detail is truly extraordinary. To celebrate…

SHEER BRILLIANCE For those who don’t do full coverage, these sheer options will hydrate, disguise imperfections and protect your face from sun damage. PUT A CROWN ON IT Take inspiration from the A/W 2015 couture shows and trade your hat for something more special. BAZAAR LOVES… Naked Smoky By now it’s a well-established fact that Urban Decay can assemble a mean line-up of shades, but this new assortment blows its predecessors out of the water. The case contains 12 sultry, smoky neutrals allowing for months of beauty experimentation. SHOW SOME SKIN After months of hibernation, it’s going to take some work to get your skin ready for its big reveal. Start with a deep exfoliation using CLINIQUE Sparkle Skin Body Exfoliating Cream (1), $50, while you’re in the shower. A…

RESTAURANT Lau’s Family Kitchen in St Kilda is a favourite. They make me a vegetarian version of their signature ma po tofu that comes with lashings of their homemade hot chilli sauce. This is my go-to comfort food. 4 Acland Street, St Kilda, lauskitchen.com.au lauskitchen. com. au. BREAKFAST Monk Bodhi Dharma is a vegan cafe and micro-roasters that non-vegetarians also love, hidden down a laneway in Balaclava. The food is all sustainable and the emphasis is on healing. I love the umami mushroom dish, which is a combination of all these lovely earthy mushrooms with polenta bread, a really creamy cashew cheese, and a slight hit of chilli and thyme. I wash this down with their delicious house-made almond milk chai. 202 Carlisle Street, Balaclava, monkbodhidharma.com monkbodhidharma. com. ESCAPE In…

It’s the question every stylish racegoer must ask themselves when putting together the ultimate trackside look this season: should you invest in a traditional and chic straw hat or opt for a fashion-forward headpiece instead? After all, Eugenia Kim’s sparkling cat ears will prove the perfect foil for a sleek, minimalist dress while a wide-brim straw hat will channel Bianca Jagger’s cool-girl attitude for an on-trend ’70s-inspired outfit. So will you go retro or elegantly restrained? Luckily, there’s a whole festival of race days to attend so you can try both. LIMITED STOCK AVAILABLE AT MELBOURNE CITY AND SYDNEY CITY…

IN THE DIARY Wow, if we think we have busy lives, we can’t come close to the daily routine of women such as Julie de Libran [“24 hours with ...”, BAZAAR September]. How inspiring. In addition, we had another “24 hours” feature with Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Such fabulous women and such amazing lives. JENNIFER, SOUTH AUSTRALIA GRIEF SHARED I was caught unawares and full of emotion after reading your article “Good Grief?”. Well done for turning to a topic that will touch every one of us. There is no easy way to talk about grief. In fact, there seems to be no real starting point — when does it begin? Four years ago I lost my father, and today fragments of my soul have returned, however, grief is something we will…

When it comes to fashion, never say never. I like feeling comfortable in my own skin, but also trying new things. I constantly find myself drawn to a GREAT SHIRTDRESS [1]. I love all colours at different times. Right now, I’m pretty set on WHITE [2], and I’m having chocolate brown cravings! I like MELROSO [3, 14] for their chic, easy little pieces. I can’t wait to wear the crap out of this TOP [4] from our resort 2016 collection. The perfect pants are our new TILT-A-WHIRL STYLE [5], but I often wear our Tulip trousers, too. These PLATFORMS [6] and SNEAKERS [9] are my must-have shoes. BULGARI [7] does the best fragrance. DR. HAUSCHKA’S DAY CREAM [8] is truly life-changing. I adore ROXANNE ASSOULIN JEWELS [10, 16] and can’t…

Can overalls be sophisticated? Put aside your memories of rocking OshKosh B’gosh at preschool and focus on the women who’ve been donning the look recently, and the answer is a definite yes. Alexa Chung was a forerunner of the trend, designing a fetching pair for her line with AG Denim (for the collection launch, she styled them with a grown-up Victorian-style blouse). Overalls went on to prove popular with editors at the A/W 2015 collections, whether in leather dungarees over a cream knit (Pernille Teisbaek) or a quasi-military pair (complete with golden buttons) worn with a sleek black turtleneck (Leila Yavari). Later, Kate Bosworth kept her Frame Denim pair sleek but casual with a clean white top in New York. And at the recent couture shows, more than one street…

PLAYING WITH MATCHES Parisian fine jeweller AURÉLIE BIDERMANN, whose haute-bohemian pieces are a perennial favourite among the fashion crowd, has collaborated with Matchesfashion.com  on an exclusive capsule. The collection, inspired by gingko leaves, features statement earrings, necklaces and cuffs in rose gold and navy enamel. GIRL BOSS The Boss Bespoke bag may well be the perfect shape for work (The top handle! The detachable shoulder strap! Just the right amount of structure!), but artistic director JASON WU is leaving the rest of the details up to you. Choose from five colourways and two metal finishes for both the cufflinkinspired lock (see what Wu did there?) and your very own initials. Then it’s just a matter of waiting six-to-eight weeks for your little beauty to arrive. From $1999 (small),…

BACK TO THE FUTURE Bouffant hair, bold brows, black-and-white nails … it’s time to bid adieu to the ’70s beauty renaissance and usher in the ’80s (again). Switch your dewy liquid coverage for one of these compact foundations offering soft, matt skin that allows exaggerated details to pop. Makeup artist Tom Pecheux demonstrated how at the CHANEL couture show, carving out cheekbones and lips with bold strokes of bright colour. BAZAAR LOVES : SUPERSTART SKIN RENEWAL BOOSTER Forget the traditional skincare pillars, ELIZABETH ARDEN Superstart Skin Renewal Booster, $85, marks an entirely new category. Consider it a skin booster; apply at the start of your routine to increase the absorption and effectiveness of other products. CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT… GOE OIL “My friend Alan White [the celebrity hairstylist] gave me a…

CLÉMENCE POÉSY FOR CHLOÉ EAU DE PARFUM “Chloé was the first fashion house that lent me clothes when I was starting out as an actress,” Poésy says. LÉA SEYDOUX FOR PRADA CANDY FLORALE Parts in the next Bond film, The Grand Budapest Hotel and the Palme d’Or-winning Blue is the Warmest Color have made her a famous face, captured in Steven Meisel’s campaign. MÉLANIE THIERRY FOR YSL BELLE D’OPIUM The controversial ad may have been banned in the UK for alleged drug references, but the model/actor who stars in it certainly got everyone talking about this vivid fragrance.…

DAVID DOWNTON: PORTRAITS OF THE WORLD’S MOST STYLISH WOMEN David Downton (Laurence King), $80. Downton’s portraits are so intimate and realistic that this collection of sketches and watercolours of Karlie Kloss, Linda Evangelista and other fashionable friends is unputdownable. AUDREY AT HOME: MEMORIES OF MY MOTHER’S KITCHEN Luca Dotti (HarperCollins), $50. In this book we discover Audrey Hepburn was a mum, friend and fabulous cook first and film star second, as revealed by her son Luca Dotti, who shares his mother’s recipes and personal photos. ARTISTS LIVING WITH ART Stacey Goergen, Amanda Benchley (Abrams), $75. The question of where artists put their work at home and which other artists’ work they choose to live with is answered by this gorgeous book. Among the surprises: disruptive portraitist Chuck Close’s very traditional…

ON NOW After a three-month restoration, BRETT WHITELEY’S epic 1968 painting The American Dream — consisting of 18 panels totalling more than 22 metres in length — is on display at the Art Gallery of Western Australia; artgallery.wa.gov.au. ON NOW See the world’s most inspired homes, from exotic ruins to modern masterpieces, at the SUPERHOUSE EXHIBITION in Sydney; sydneylivingmuseums.com.au. SEPTEMBER 12–NOVEMBER 3 Odds are you’ll have a great time during the SYDNEY SPRING CARNIVAL ; australianturfclub.com.au. SEPTEMBER 15–OCTOBER 21 Fancy a slice of the Mediterranean at your local cinema? Don’t miss the LAVAZZA ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL , showing around the country; italianfilmfestival.com.au. SEPTEMBER 24–NOVEMBER 30 There’s a full plate of delicious activities — from bar hopping to night noodle eating — from Adelaide to Sydney and finally Melbourne, as GOOD…

FACE TIME The rose gold Seiko Premier Chronograph, $750, is water-resistant to 100 metres and comes equipped with scratch-resistant sapphire glass. The stopwatch measures 12 hours in 1/20th of a second increments, laid out on a mother-of-pearl dial. Stockists: 1300 368 546. SHINE ON The lightweight Moroccanoil Smoothing Lotion is a blow-drying essential, providing instant control, long-lasting smoothness, shine and frizz-free definition. Hair becomes touchably soft, with improved elasticity and a flawless finish. Stockists: 1300 437 436. FIERCE PRINT An exotic entrance is guaranteed in this silky tunic, a mix of tiger and leopard prints. The perfect hint of hippie deluxe for your Christmas party-season look or your next beach break. $659, from Marc Cain Double Bay, Sydney; Marc Cain Emporium Melbourne; marc-cain.com marc-cain. com. SWEET SPOT Sugars of the World…

I always keep HEADPIECES (1) on the small side — minimal and simple is my style. I’d always rather go loud with the dress and keep headwear pared-back. ROLAND MOURET dresses (2) transform on the body. Simple ACCESSORIES (3) are key. Sass & bide are a go-to for a great STRUCTURED JACKET (4). I love a high pump; CASADEI (5) is a top choice that’s high but still very comfortable. If you want to spend a little less, TONY BIANCO (8) has some good options. A STUDDED CLUTCH (6) is an easy way to add contrast to an otherwise sweet, pretty outfit. A MATICEVSKI DRESS (9) is a standout for any race day. This is the ultimate LUXURIOUS BAG (10) — functional and versatile. PEARLS (7,11) are perfect for adding…

SPRING SMELLS LIKE We’ve assembled the freshest scents to debut at this year’s carnival: PENHALIGON’S Bayolea eau de toilette [6], $180, will delight if you prefer your Aperol spritz on the sour side. AESOP Tacit eau de parfum [1], $110, has just the right amount of warm spiciness to distinguish you from the sea of woody trails. And for the man who knows his toilette from his parfum: FREDERIC MALLE Cologne Indélébile [ 7 ], $266. ETIQUETTE 101 BAZAAR GRILLS GROOMING EXPERT JEFF LACK ON THE UNSPOKEN CUSTOMS OF THE MEMBERS-ONLY AREA . . . What are the implicit grooming rules for men attending a formal members’ lunch at the races? “Cleanliness, I think, is number one. Use deodorant and a cologne or EDT, but not too much. Cleanse…

BEAUTY I head over to Illamasqua at Myer to get my makeup and nails done. I love their products so much and the artists are so creative. Their Skin Base never fails on race day, no matter the conditions. 436 George Street, Sydney, myer.com.au myer. com. au. SALON My skin angels are at The Clinic in Bondi Junction. The antioxidant blueberry peel rejuvenates my skin and makes it glow — I’m totally addicted to it! Level 22, 520 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction, theclinic.net.au theclinic. net. au. BLOW-DRY Juliana Marcs (right) is the place for the best blow-dry in Sydney. Juliana will always have you races-ready. Shop 2, 17–19 Knox Lane, Double Bay, julianamarcs.com julianamarcs. com. TAN I love Tan Appeal in Double Bay. They can always fit in a last-minute…