Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2015 i Harper's Bazaar Australia

Those are the wise words of Coco Chanel, a pioneering modern woman who pushed social, political and fashion boundaries every day of her incredible life. Those words are also the perfect introduction to our Freedom Issue. Freedom: don’t we all want it? For many it is just a holiday without the phone buzzing. For others it is bigger than an electronic detox and can be a life-changing decision. As I get older and wiser, I would have to say my definition of freedom today is in line with Coco’s. In our youth we spend so much unnecessary time worrying about what other people think — I’ve been absolutely guilty of this — rather than having the confidence to be 100 per cent who we want to be. Which brings me…

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IT’S BEST TO EXPLAIN 33-year-old Lou Doillon — haunting songstress, actor, fashion renegade, exquisite pencil drawer, mother of one — by listening to her answer when asked when she most feels freedom, the theme of this month’s issue. “I guess on stage, which is a strange thing, because it’s a moment when you’re freedomless. You’re stuck in a song and stuck in something very precise, but it’s a moment when I guess I’m not scared. ” Is she usually scared? “Like anyone, you want to please, you want to be beautiful, you want to be loved and liked, and there’s something so pathetic in all of that. It makes you weak and vulnerable and constantly waiting for a form of approval, from society, from men’s magazines, whatever the fuck. You…

1 THE TRENCH “Aren’t they always in style?” I hear you ask. Well, yes, they certainly are a classic. But this season trench coats are particularly on point because they tie in so well with fashion’s current androgynous mood (see Maison Margiela’s ever-so-slightly oversized option). Preen by Thornton Bregazzi and Acne Studios also incorporated nautical elements (that most favourite of all resort trends) in their takes on the look, with sailor-style storm flaps and preppy navy stripes. Classic on classic on classic … 2 THE OFF-THE-SHOULDER DRESS Everything off the shoulder is a winner in the BAZAAR office right now. We’re loving off-the-body Ellery tops and long-sleeved dresses for those with a larger bust. Designers Christopher Kane, Alexander McQueen and MSGM’s Massimo Giorgetti have plenty of party-season-ready body-con versions, too.…

PLAY THE BLUES Traditional but with a twist, a navy blue suit stands out for all the right reasons. Pair with black or brown accessories for a super versatile (and foolproof) look. DARK KNIGHT The men’s version of an LBD, nothing beats a black suit for timeless appeal. A pair of boots give this classic look a cool edge. GREY AREA Light and fresh, a suit in pale grey is a great option for the races. Keep it tonal — this style works well with a pale blue shirt. MODERN TWIST A cropped length and open collar creates a casual feel (and brings extra personality to an outfit). A chic pocket square allows you to go sans tie. IF THERE’S one sure bet at the races this season, it’s a…

KAILIS AUSTRALIAN PEARLS stands for confidence and style, so it was a natural fit for the brand to team up with three inspiring women who embody these attributes: actor and director Gracie Otto, chef Kylie Kwong and interior designer Justine Hugh-Jones. Across different industries, these women have become renowned for their talent and determination to succeed. Otto has a strong background in the arts (her dad, Barry Otto, and sister, Miranda Otto, are both actors), so expectations were high when she followed into the family business. And she hasn’t disappointed, quickly making a name for herself in the film industry with a range of acting roles and her most recent achievement, directing her debut feature documentary, The Last Impresario. Here, Otto shares her work and life philosophies with BAZAAR.…

IN THE HEART OF FLORENCE, just a few blocks from the Arno river, sits the largest privately owned city garden in Europe. Stretching over seven hectares, the grounds feature several historic properties belonging to two branches of the blue-blooded Torrigiani family, including a soaring neo-Gothic tower, the famous 16th-century Villa Torrigiani (where the Marchese Giovanni Battista Giorgini presented Italy’s very first couture show, in 1951) and a greenhouse that hosts biannual private sales of antiques and vintage objects. Tourists, not to mention most residents, walk blindly by this secret sanctuary all day long, oblivious to the wonder that unfolds behind its giant iron gates. “Of all the beautiful places I know in Florence, this is my favourite,” says Gucci’s newly appointed creative director,Alessandro Michele, 42, eyes twinkling as he leisurely…

A IS FOR A-LISTERS ALKALISING If there’s one celebrity diet that has proved itself in the substance stakes, it’s eating alkaline. Vic Beckham and Elle Macpherson are just two of those who believe food can help your body retain an ideal blood alkaline level of around pH7. 35. The premise is that overloading your diet with acidic foods makes that harder to achieve, while eating alkaline foods (greens such as broccoli, spinach, fermented vegies, wheatgrass and kale; certain fruits including berries, banana and avocados; grains such as rice, quinoa, rye and buckwheat; and drinks such as almond milk and green smoothies) assists the process. It’s not a case of consuming something extremely acidic — such as copious cups of coffee — and counteracting that by chugging glasses of lemon water…

Sauntering barefoot across the lush lawn of an estate on Sydney’s northern beaches, cheeks flushed, hair tousled and a pair of Armani strappy stilettos in tow … You’d be excused for thinking Cate Blanchett was homebound from a late night celebrating her critically acclaimed performance in Sydney Theatre Company’s The Present. Zoom out, however, and a colossal film set comes into view, complete with a host of Armani bigshots flown in especially for the day. International fashion photographer Tom Munro is in the wings, and the two huddle to share their contemplations. It’s the third time Munro and Blanchett have collaborated for her role as the face of Giorgio Armani’s Sì fragrance, so this latest project — shooting the new television and print campaigns for Sì eau de parfum…

If your hardworking LBD is your favourite go-to piece, add a pair of chic, dark frames to accentuate the sleek lines of your outfit. Working a more dramatic lace top or skirt? Accessorise your style by wearing frames with intricate detail on the arms. Whether you’re drawn to fine detail — or prefer a classic, minimalist look — you’ll find the perfect finishing touch from the Collette Dinnigan collection at Specsavers. Dedicated to luxury and glamour, Collette Dinnigan has redefined elegance in eyewear. With two pairs of designer glasses from $199, complete with single vision lenses, you’ll always be in style at Specsavers. #SPECSAVERSSTYLE Prices complete with standard lenses with scratch resistant coating. Second pair must be from same price range of frames and lens range or below. Must be…

RUSSELL JAMES Not only did the longtime Victoria’s Secret photographer and Nomad Two Worlds founder shoot our cover and inside story, he also provided the location: his Woodstock property and its surrounds — the perfect backdrop for our Freedom Issue cover. “I love the lack of pretension here. And the hippies!” he says. “Many of my neighbours haven’t realised the Woodstock ’69 concert has finished — that’s why I stay. I also felt Woodstock was the perfect place to shoot Lara because it reminds me the most about ‘home’ in Australia. It’s maybe the vibe 20 years ago if Byron Bay and Margaret River had a baby, except the backdrop is mountains, not ocean. ” The people who inspire me are … “Australians like my ‘skin mum’, Olive Knight…

Despite the fact that Lara Worthington is now just as likely to be found in New York or LA as she is in Sydney, her home town still defines her sense of style. There’s always a sense of ease about her look, but a nonchalant sophistication as well, whether it be a soft pastel trench, a black slip and sandals or a classic black winter coat paired with Chuck Taylor All Stars. Of course, her most defining feature remains her much-copied bob, which happens to suit her current beach-to-big-city lifestyle to a T. ON THE COVER Photographed by Russell James. Styled by Karla Clarke. Lara Worthington wears Victoria Beckham dress, $6123. Hair by Travis Balcke at Company 1 for Wella ;makeupbyVicky Bryan Bantry. See Buylines for details and stockists. Recreate…

“MOST OF THE TIME, WE DON’T NOTICE THE DARKNESS . . . not until we’re right in the thick of it. Sure, we see the sun slide behind pink clouds before it disappears below the horizon, but the sky doesn’t immediately turn black; dusk lingers with pastel blues and chalky purples. We don’t notice the darkness creeping across the sky . . . not until the streetlights come on and we look around and say,‘Whoa, it just got dark quick. ’” This is how it was for me. No one saw the darkness until I was right in the thick of it, standing on the edge of a cliff. Looking back now, becoming tired and unmotivated was like fading light in the late afternoon, a dying day. I started sleeping…

CULTURE RESTAURANT: The Little Owl, Mr Chow and EN Japanese Brasserie, all in New York. FILM: Almost Famous. BOOK: Moby-Dick by Herman Melville. ESCAPE: The Maldives is great for just relaxing, and I love Bali because you can do more activities there. ART: Marina Abramovi›. I recently watched a documentary on her and really enjoyed it. HOTEL: The Dolder Grand on the mountains in Zurich, Switzerland — it has a beautiful spa, which includes a “snow paradise” room. It’s magical. FASHION PHILOSOPHY: Stay true to who you are and your own style, but also be open-minded and don’t be afraid to try something new. STYLE: It’s always evolving. My day-to-day style is classic. I like wearing navy, white and nude, but I’ll wear a pair of statement earrings…

AMANDA SHADFORTH’S aspirations to become Australia’s answer to Turner were shattered when she graduated from art school on the conservative Sunshine Coast in Queensland. “I started doing seascapes, but I felt creatively my wings were being clipped because Queensland is a difficult place to launch a career if you don’t have a commercial sensibility,” she says. As she worked as a signwriter to make a living (“I was always up the side of a highway on scaffolding”), she began experimenting with photorealism to satisfy her creative urges, and within a few years had forged an international career as a photorealist painter. In 2010, Shadforth’s commercial and creative paths met when she decided to compile “an online moodboard” to share her artwork with others. “I had a giant moodboard above my…

like all good Brits, Alasdhair Willis loves to talk about the weather. “I’ve become something of an authority on wind and rain,” he tells me wryly. “It makes me a fun dinner-party companion. ” Indeed, in his two years as creative director of the 159-year-old Scottish wellington boot brand Hunter, Willis has, along with his intense study of rainproof fabrics and rubber, become an obsessive tracker of all things meteorological, a barometer by which he has come to measure not just the weather but the company’s success. “[In the UK] we’ve had the warmest, driest spring on record this year — historically, that would not be good for a brand like this,” he offers. “But we’re doing really well. It’s not pouring rain outside and business is still booming. That…

IT’S ONE THING FOR AN ACTOR to grapple with lesser roles while she’s attempting to launch her career. It’s another thing to do it as a 52-year-old former superstar. Just ask Sharon Stone, now 57, who found herself struggling through a limited guest run on the 11th season of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit in 2010, 15 years after earning a Best Actress Oscar nomination for her work in Martin Scorsese’s Casino. To add insult to injury, Stone kept forgetting her lines. “That was humiliating,” the actor recalls. “Having worked with the finest people in the industry, I was like,‘Wow, I’m really at the back of the line here. I’m wearing L’eggs pantyhose, and in makeup they start out by putting this white primer on my face. ’ I’m…

TAKE IT FROM producer/filmmaker Suzanne Kim: all the magic happens before sun-up. “On any given day at 4. 30am, I’ll be beachfront, setting up the first of many shots for a fashion brand’s advertising. It’ll be a 14-hour shoot,” the 34-year-old says. “Maximising daylight is crucial. ” Add long hours up at night editing plus a busy Sydney social life… Eight hours sleep? Not in the schedule. Luckily, Suzanne’s gleaned some expert beauty hacks from the best makeup pros and models in the game. First and foremost, fresh, radiant skin hides a multitude of sins. “Time and time again, the best advice has been to use a great energising serum,” she says. “And always wear sunscreen, even if you don’t plan to be outdoors. ”Trick No. 2: caffeine. “I respect…

MANY PEOPLE HAVE pushed olive oil aside in recent years in favour of coconut oil, which has garnered headlines for its ability to improve everything from your cholesterol profile to weight loss. But a new study may have you extending an olive branch, so to speak, to extra virgin olive oil. When researchers added a compound found only in certain types of olive oil — an antioxidant called oleocanthal — to cancer cells in the lab, something amazing happened: it wiped out the cancer cells in less than an hour. Even better, the oleocanthal didn’t harm the healthy cells. “That was definitely an OMG moment,” says the study’s coauthor Paul Breslin, a professor of nutritional sciences at Rutgers University in the US. The findings showed that oleocanthal proves lethal to…

Elizabeth Gilbert has some interesting theories about creativity. “One of the best motivations for creating art,” she says,“is when you just get tired of listening to yourself think and talk about an idea. Like just this year I went to Greece because I was bored — bored to death — of hearing myself say ‘I would love to go to Greece’ and ‘I’ve never been to Greece’ and ‘I should really go there some day’. At some point it’s just like,‘Shut up! Go to fucking Greece!’” Gilbert is on the line from her home on the US East Coast, and is surprisingly animated for someone who’s just rolled out of bed at 8am (“I’m very well, and how are you, my dear?” she says by way of a greeting). Best…

NEW YORK: AN INSPIRED WANDER THROUGH THE MANHATTAN AND BROOKLYN BOROUGHS ALEXANDRA CARROLL (Plum), $40. Neatly divided into neighbourhoods, this is the most relevant New York City guide to cross the BAZAAR review desk yet. It’s a walking tour through the city that never sleeps, making sure you don’t miss out on anything truly wonderful while overwhelmed and distracted in some great new area. – EOH FATES AND FURIES LAUREN GROFF (William Heinemann), $33. In the realm of hot books, this is the big read for 2015–16. At first the plot seems simple enough. It’s a love story, championing a couple whose shining light is mesmeric and majestic to all those around them. Their combined beauty and talent has them careening down a one-way street to success; riches…

ENERGY EFFICIENT Your power bill won’t have to take the heat for all this cool. Clever engineering means Dyson Cool fans now use up to 40 per cent less energy. SAFE AS HOUSES With no fast-spinning blades and no awkward grilles to accumulate dust and grime, Dyson Cool fans are safe for little hands and easy to clean. QUIET ACHIEVER Now up to 75 per cent quieter than the previous generation, Dyson Cool fans are acoustically engineered to reduce noise and feature the Quiet Mark stamp of approval. COOL FOR ANY ROOM Dyson’s Cool range has you covered. The AM06 table fan is your go to for personal cooling, the AM07 tower fan for living areas and AM08 pedestal fan is perfect for use in bedrooms. POWERFUL AIRFLOW Air Multiplier…

Vibrant, ladylike and super glamorous — look no further than Johnston & Bell for dazzling looks this spring. The Sydney-based label has released a colourful new collection — ranging from full-skirted frocks to sleek pencil dresses — in bold fabrics that are sure to turn heads. Think florals, polkadots and paisley patterns. One of the brand’s fans is Australian businesswoman and RedBalloon founding director Naomi Simson, who is pictured above in the Cindy Flip dress. “It’s bright, colourful and feminine,” she says. “I can put it on quickly and know it will look fabulous. ” Whether it’s for a special event or to add a little zest to your everyday wardrobe, Johnston & Bell is the go-to label for gorgeous dresses. The new collection is available in selected boutiques around…

SCORPIO (October 24 –November 22) Life should be feeling a lot lighter now and highly sociable, too. A new moon in your sign this month seals the deal by helping you to feel renewed. What to do with all this new energy? Channel it into a radical health revamp and upgrade your technology so you can work faster, better or just plain differently to how you have up until now. With romance, love is the answer even if you’re not exactly sure what the question is. You’ll soon be certain of both. SAGITTARIUS (November 23 –December 21) There are big developments in store for you with Saturn in your sign through to 2017, so now’s a good time to start letting go of things that may be holding…

B BY BALENCIAGA (1) fragrance isn’t too sweet, it’s fresh and powdery, and I am obsessed. My style is monochromatic, boyish and undone. I wear my Georgia Alice MAN SHIRT (2) soooo much. A white shirt cannot be beat — so easy, so crisp. I love BLAZERS (3); something with a tidy shoulder pad. I’m coveting CAROLINA BUCCI JEWELLERY (4). This is super fine and has tiny little green garnet stones — minimal but so special. The only colours I wear are shades of DENIM (5, 7, 10, 12). The rest is pretty much grey, black, white and cream. Shoes are my weakness. I like Balenciaga’s D’ORSAY PUMPS (11) in khaki sequins. That colour is normally a no-no, but these are perfect. And a crisp new pair of adidas STAN…

Swarovski brings to life an on-trend collection of reimagined vintage expressions this Spring. Floral inspired details emerge from decadent colour palettes in rich berry hues, to complement the trends and textures of the season. “It’s a modern brand for a multifaceted modern woman,” says supermodel and muse Miranda Kerr. “It empowers you, no matter what the occasion is. ” The gorgeous Stardust collection gets a Deluxe remix with premium metallic netting for super enhanced sparkle. The new shades in rose gold, silver and gold carry a versatility that make minimal day looks pop, and are the perfect finishing touch to any evening look. If one thing is crystal clear, it’s that Swarovski jewelry was made to reflect the abundant beauty of the season. Sparkling New Prices. Stardust Collection Now Starting…

The street style during the first week of fashion month in September is always a pretty good indication of what the fashion pack was wearing over the (northern hemisphere) summer break. And surprise, surprise, there were ’70s references aplenty in New York — think stripy lurex knit camis, little collared dresses and cropped flares; it was the dominant theme of the S/S 2015 collections, after all. The difference is attendees updated these looks by incorporating earth-toned pieces — terracottas, beiges and oatmeals — which were big news at the S/S 2016 shows they were there to see. The result was outfits worthy of Lee Radziwill and Talitha Getty that have us looking forward to this summer and many more beyond. – Clare Maclean…

It takes a certain kind of person to become an accountant turned general manager turned digital juggernaut. Someone who likes change. Someone who isn’t afraid of uncertainty. Someone who upon reading a job ad and thinking “I have no idea what this really means”, promptly decides to apply for it. Karen Stocks is that sort of person. And for the record, she got the position … at Google. That was in 2007, when Stocks — who is now the managing director of Twitter Australia — was doing an MBA in strategy and planning, having just finished up running Vodafone (in her general manager phase). “It looked exciting,” she says of the advertised role. “And I flourish when I don’t actually know the answer but am going and finding it out.…

IWC Portofino Hand-Wound Monopusher The Portofino line is IWC’s nod to the beauty of simplicity, retained in this new addition (the brand’s first monopusher) but also advanced through the inclusion of a second in-house chronograph to the range. The single push-button is discreetly integrated into the crown and measures time for up to 60 minutes. On the luxurious Santoni alligator leather strap, this model is available with either a slate-coloured or silver-plated dial. $37,000, iwc.com iwc. com. Bell & Ross Vintage BR 126 Sport Heritage This line from the rising French brand references 1960s aviation watches. The vintage style is given contemporary polish via updated materials and technology. Water resistant to 100 metres, the mechanical automatic movement powers a two-counter chronograph for 60 seconds and 30 minutes inside a polished steel…

WHAT TO WEAR TO … GOOD FOOD MONTH Attendance at the world’s largest food festival calls for a practical outfit plan: pants for those unfortunate moments spent sitting cross-legged on the ground next to a food stall, loose layers to maximise delicious food intake and camo colours (because, honestly, who wears white to food month?). Somehow this 3. 1 Phillip Lim resort outfit (left) makes all these elements look chic. Sydney Night Noodle Markets, until October 25;The Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Month presented by Citi, until October 31,The Age Good Food Month presented by Citi, November 1–30; Melbourne Night Noodle Markets, November 12–29, goodfoodmonth.com goodfoodmonth. com. STONE WORSHIP October babies looking for an excuse to buy themselves a very, very nice piece of jewellery need look no further than…

“WE JUST WANT TO LIVE OUR LIVES IN PEACE, stability and freedom,” Ben* told me quietly as we sat looking out at the ocean lapping the shoreline. “Tell the Australian government I understand the need to protect the safety of Australians, the need to control the borders. But even if those policies seem good for Australian people, they are not good for refugees. The cost is a human sacrifice. ” I met Ben on Manus Island, Papua New Guinea. Ben is a Christian refugee from Iran who tried to seek asylum in Australia after a dangerous boat journey. But since July 2013 the Australian government has not allowed refugees like him to settle in Australia, intercepting them on the high seas and transferring men, women and children to Nauru and…

ORANGE SEASON We’re calling it: orange is the colour of the moment. The hue was all over S/S 2016 New York fashion week, topping lids at Altuzarra, shadowing eyes at Derek Lam and highlighting cheekbones at Michael Kors. Get the look with Ardency Inn Modster Manuka Honey Enriched Pigments in Tangerine (left), $30, and By Terry Blush Glacé in Flower Sorbet, $82. LIGHT UP Call them what you like (highlighters, strobers, radiance boosters?) — these products are dedicated to giving you good glow. Be it a dab on your brow and cheekbones, or fused to your foundation, the possibilities are infinite. SECRET ADDRESS A handful of unpretentious yet very high-profile coiffeur-conscious celebs actually exists in Sydney — and they’ve already had their hair transformed at Surry Hills’s newest salon, The…

Our former Governor-General is talking a mile a minute. It’s just gone 2pm and she’s sitting in her Brisbane office at Queensland University of Technology’s Chancellery, musing on the fact she still spends a huge chunk of her time on planes. So much for retirement. “I’ve never been busier,” she says. “Yesterday I was in Sydney giving a major address, tomorrow I’m in Melbourne for work with the Murdoch [Childrens Research] Institute. The biggest challenge that has come with this ‘change’ has been working out how much work I want to do. I’ve moved into a different phase of my life. Definitely. But I love being this age and where I am. I may not feel the same as I was when I was 50. Women say that with age…

WATCH WORD Montblanc’s feminine expression of fine Swiss watchmaking lets the world of haute horlogerie shine in all its splendour. The Bohème Collection is dedicated to the woman with a passion for the art of watchmaking who expresses herself with style and confidence. Montblanc Bohème Moonphase Quartz, $2720, 1300 364 810. IN REVIEW Australia’s favourite vintage-inspired label has a gorgeous new collection for spring racing and wedding season. Review’s signature style shines through in bloom prints, exquisite lace and feminine silhouettes. Available nationally in Review stores, Myer concessions and online, review-australia.com review-australia. com. NEW WAVE The John Frieda Beach Blonde range is suitable for all hair hues and creates textured, beachy strands all year round. The original Ocean Waves Sea-Salt Spray, $17, with its summery coconut scent, creates softly tousled waves,…

OCTOBER 22–NOVEMBER 7 The Liveworks Festival of EXPERIMENTAL ART , happening at Carriageworks in Sydney, has a spectacular program including Robot Opera, featuring a cast of singing automatons. Electrifying stuff; mailto:performancespace.com.au performancespace. com. au. OCTOBER 22–NOVEMBER 8 Watch this face! Sydney’s Friends of Leon Gallery presents the oh-so-pretty works of 26 FEMALE PORTRAITISTS , including fashion illustrator Pippa McManus, in Les Petit Fours; friendsofleon.com friendsofleon. com. OCTOBER 24–FEBRUARY 14 See works by monumental artists — from Botticelli to Raphael and Monet — at The Art Gallery of NSW during its exhibition THE GREATS: MASTERPIECES From the National Galleries of Scotland; artgallery.nsw.gov.au artgallery. nsw. gov. au. NOVEMBER 4–8 Top-notch films, incredible local food, a “Behind the Bubbles Wine Tour” … This year’s BREATH OF FRESH AIR FILM FESTIVAL is the…

SPARKLE AND SHINE A pristine white tablecloth complements metallic gold accents in a stylish two-tone table setting. Pairing gold tableware with textured white finishes - from smooth, glossy decorations to frosted matte glassware - makes for the most glamorous of festive tables. CHARMING VIGNETTES Set the scene for Christmas and add some Nordic style to your celebrations. Warm timber, glowing candles, white-on-white details and shiny copper work beautifully together, while the cheery and bright addition of teal adds a decidedly dazzling touch. SPIRITED CLASSIC Simple additions can take every day classics into the festive realm. A setting of simple white, glints of silver, floral motifs, hints of soft blue and taper candles is elevated with metallic baubles, a stunning centrepiece and the sparkle of champagne. Visit domayne. com. au to…

SHE’S THE BOSS The second BAZAAR at Work event saw editor-in-chief Kellie Hush interview designer Carla Zampatti, MO Luxury founder Melinda O’Rourke and interior design guru Blainey North. Career tips were shared (alongside ricotta pancakes and Nespresso) with the stylish crowd at Chiswick at the Gallery in Sydney. WEST SIDE Spanner crab sandwiches were just the tip of the fabulous iceberg at the launch of Westfield’s S/S 2015 fashion video “Today, I Am”. Guests also enjoyed top-notch wine and the company of fashion-forward guests including super-blogger Hanneli Mustaparta and top Australian designers. VEGAS, BABY Bright, bold and shimmery … there was no mistaking the Las Vegas inspiration in Kookaï’s A/W 2015 collection, debuted before a 600-strong crowd (including mega-models Lily Donaldson and Shanina Shaik) at Melbourne’s Royal Exhibition Building. Truly…

TIP 1 Arriving by sea, you will find yourself at Marina Grande. Take a taxi up the hill to the town and enjoy a passeggiata (slow stroll) around to take it all in. Enjoy a gelato from BUONOCORE GELATERIA. Choose a local flavour such as stracciatella (cream based) or limone (lemon sorbet), or try a granita al limone. Buonocore Gelateria,Via Vittorio Emanuele, 35, +39 081 837 7826. TIP 2 Have lunch by the sea. For me, Capri is all about the beauty of the sea, and these two access-by-boat lunch spots are my favourites: LA CANZONE DEL MARE is a historic Capri beach club located at Marina Piccola. It became famous in the 1950s and ’60s and has remained a secret from tourists, so you will be among Italians;…