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This Month

Looking glam and relaxed in all-yellow Venroy linen.

For those with a crush on linen, should you iron it?

The fabric is not for everyone. But if you are a fan, expect to look a little, well, crumpled. Here are expert tips on how to wear it better.

  • Lauren Sams
A woman wearing a black high heel on her right foot ties up a sneaker on her left foot.

How on earth do people stand in heels all day at the races?

Following a toe-tingling investigation, the truth is, you can still look glam in flats. But if that’s not your thing ... read on.

  • Lauren Sams
Jacqueline Kennedy on a yacht.

Spending time on the water this summer? Steal these classic looks

Channelling the likes of Jackie O and Grace Kelly on the high seas? Set your style to cruise control.

  • Lauren Sams

September

Yes, it’s a Loewe: the Puffer Goya in shearling.

How do I find a luxury bag without the logos?

Searching for a beautiful handbag without any obvious embellishments? We have ideas to suit a range of budgets.

  • Lauren Sams
Zara Wong’s approach to post-partum dressing is this: get excited about all the things you can wear again.

How do I stay fashionable when I’ve just had a baby?

Getting your style mojo back, post-pregnancy, can be tricky. Here are some ideas to get you out of leggings and baggy tees.

  • Lauren Sams
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Gigi Hadid, Bella Hadid, Hailey Bieber

Is the jort the pant of the summer?

Also, what is a jort? This week’s How To Wear It column demystifies a trend that both women and men can embrace this summer.

  • Lauren Sams

August

Hot pink double denim? Only in Barbie Land.

Double denim? It’s doable

It was once considered the ultimate fashion sin, but double denim is making a return. With the right styling, it can look fresh, not fusty.

  • Lauren Sams
Keeping your sneakers clean begins with protection, says Ryan Ruddle.

How do I keep my white sneakers white?

Sneakers have become a way of life post-COVID. But keeping yours clean is the difference between looking chic or looking shabby.

  • Lauren Sams
An oversized suit is a good investment, and needn’t break the bank.

I want a new wardrobe. Do I have to spend thousands?

Australia’s mid-tier labels are ticking a lot of boxes at the moment. Here’s how to look a million bucks without outlaying it.

  • Lauren Sams
When you buy a suit, be sure to take home the coathanger too: it supports the shoulders of the jacket.

How often should you clean your suit?

Do you wear a uniform to the office every week? Here’s how to take care of it from the minute you’ve bought it.

  • Lauren Sams
Actor Brad Pitt sports a large gold signet ring at the recent men’s finals match at Wimbledon – a signet ring is the easy, safe way for men to begin wearing jewellery.

Can men wear jewellery to the office?

Adornments, like fashion, are more gender-fluid than ever. It’s time to man up and wear some pearls – with a little help from an expert.

  • Lauren Sams

July

The look of quiet luxury, from Australian brand Friends with Frank.

How to wear ‘quiet luxury’ without paying a fortune

Do you want to look like you’re on hit TV show “Succession” but lack the inheritance? We have answers.

  • Lauren Sams
This will be the look of summer 2023-24 in Australia: Christopher Esber’s crystal-embellished Minette.

Here’s why it seems everyone is wearing mesh sandals

It’s just as well La Nina is over: odd slippers are taking over your social media feed and soon, they’ll be here for your feet.

  • Lauren Sams
In cutting back on discretionary spending, there may be a temptation by some investors to pause their regular investment contributions.

Skinny jeans are dead, so what do I wear now?

Try a classic straight-leg style instead – you’ll look on trend without having to resort to the current fashion for baggy denims.

  • Lauren Sams
Take a tip from Max Mara’s Fall/Winter 2023/2024 collection and layer a wool suit and coat with gloves and beanie.

Wondering how to stay both warm and stylish this winter?

The temperature may be dropping, but your fashion flair doesn’t have to.

  • Lauren Sams
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June

Take inspiration from Tory Burch’s collection at New York Fashion Week in February, to add a burst of colour to your neutral winter wardrobe.

How to add more pop to a classic winter wardrobe

The vibrant colours you love often stay in the wardrobe during the colder months, but this doesn’t have to be the case.

  • Lauren Sams
Lady Kate x Grampians Good Co Elbow Patches Jumper in Sand.

How do I care for my knitwear this winter?

Australia is home to some of the finest wool in the world. But being a natural fibre means it requires a bit of extra care to prolong its life.

  • Lauren Sams
Frequently washed jeans or a new pair of stonewashed ones? The effect is the same – and the fading increases with every wash.

Serious question: how often do you wash your jeans?

Some people pop theirs in the freezer to kill germs, while others never wash their beloved denim garments. So, what are the rules?

  • Lauren Sams

Is it ever OK for men to flash their ankles in the office?

Knock your colleagues’ socks off by nailing the sock-to-shoe combination with ease and flair.

  • Lauren Sams

May

There’s something to be said for hot pink on the slopes: Bogner’s Malisha ski suit.

Ski wear done right – how to update your cold climate wardrobe

It’s not just the après-ski that matters. Skiwear can be stylish too – as well as keeping the cold and wet at bay.

  • Lucy Dean