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embellish honestly

We’re not big fans of embellishing the truth, but apply the practice to things worn and you have our support. Embellishments can instantly update to your wardrobe and act as a signature on your style.  Burgeoning designers and the style-savvy will be taking early lunch breaks today; to sift through the workroom cast offs from well-known...

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time poor? time out

PickupthedrycleaningPlantomorrow’spresentationChecktimetableEmaifrie ndwho’smovedtoNewYorkLookoverthebudgetKickthephotocopierLatteorma chiattoShoponEbaywhilepretendingtoworkWritereportbymiddaygetquotes. Your mind is your greatest asset – it’s the reason you’re where you are today – but sometimes it could do with a break. Only problem is, you’re so used to running on frenetic you don’t know how to make it S.T.O.P. Meditation is the art of learning to focus in the...

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Buzz photography

Your encounter with a bug meets one of two reactions:  a.  Quick my little friend, let me help you escape. b.  Eek! Kill it! No you kill it! Come across a Shutterbug and expect something much more pleasant. Why? This is Sydney’s non-professional photography festival, held next Tuesday 3 June at The Chauvel Cinema Paddington....

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step up urban eco warrior

You persistently flick off light switches, take speedier showers and remember to turn off your office monitor at home time. Ready to do more to help Mother Nature, what you need now is more simple ways to make a positive difference.  Todae’s new sustainable living store at Bondi Junction can help. Founder of Todae, Danin...

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Bargains in the flesh

For second-life goods, eBay and GraysOnline are staple ports of call. Bravo for the wonders of today’s technology, but there are times when your purchase needs inspecting and a little more soul. Perhaps you’re seeking a pre-loved wooden rocking horse, or a ‘wow piece’ retro drinks trolley for the home. Best bypass the net and shop in...

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through green-tinted glasses

Rachel Cassar sees the world – and most wardrobes – a little differently. Adept at creating one-off, eco-friendly garments, she can turn an old tablecloth and second-hand clothing into a sustainable line of couture fashion. Her talents in deconstruction and belief that ‘the only way people are going to accept eco-fashion is if they’re not...

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carry-on with style

This good looking bird launched a new era of backpacks thirty years ago and has helped countless travellers reach their near and far destinations – belongings stylishly intact. Mandarina Duck’s luggage and accessories are considered essential by many; for those of you that have clocked enough miles to know that you can get away with...

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atkins-free zone

A wise man once wrote “nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes”. The Italians would well add another certainty – disapproval of the Atkins Diet – with a very public show of support this Sunday. Primo Italiano is underway for its fourth year, with a spaghetti-eating competition and celebration of all things Italian.       ...

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escape to the pinnacle

Tuesdays aren’t your favourite day…tucked in between Monday and nowhere-near-the-weekend, no wonder you feel like escaping. Step out for some fresh mountain air (well, at least a good view of it) at the BANFF Mountain Film Festival World Tour. This film competition scours the globe to uncover the finest footage on mountain subjects. You can follow...

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melt in the mouth

There’ll be plenty of Sydneysiders replete with love this week. With love for food, for Sydney, and for writing.  Aptly too for the Sydney Writers’ Festival Food & Drink program, and not just because it insists on placing your diet on pause. Hot Chocolate: The Dark Sweet Side of the City will suitably get the taste...

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