February 18, 2012 | New Fashion | 
by Jacqui Alexander |
Neuw Denim recently shot a campaign at the iconic Melbourne barbershop, Dr.Follicles, to kick off the new season of Neuw Chinos. Featuring local designer Paul Theobald, here is a little film shot by Scottie Cameron that takes a closer look at the artist behind the chinos.
January 26, 2012 | New Food and Packaging | by Jacqui Alexander |
While we’ve seen cold brew popping up around town as temperatures rise, the crew at Coffee Supreme have taken cold brew to the next level with the limited release of their Don Pachi Geisha. Read more
April 13, 2011 | New Products | by Jacqui Alexander |
As I come from Melbourne, the city of coffee snobs, I would probably never have a use for these Coffee Joulies. But I think these guys are really sweet and may be onto something here. So what is is? Well, ‘Coffee Joulies work with your coffee to achieve two goals. Read more
April 8, 2011 | Cool Travel | by Jacqui Alexander |
New York-artist Tom Fruin shows us how one man’s trash can become one city’s treasure. His latest creation, the Kolonihavehus, is situated in the plaza of the Royal Danish Library in Copenhagen. Throwing back to the 19th century Danish tradition of Kolonihave — ‘little house with garden’ — Fruin’s sculpture is made from a thousand reclaimed pieces of plexiglass found in dumpsters around the city. Read more
November 2, 2010 | Cool Travel | by Jacqui Alexander |
We are spoiled for choice when it comes to the best cafes in Melbourne. It still amazes when I come across a spot that boasts the best coffee, the best atmosphere, and the best menu. It may often be populated by bespeckled, part-time bloggers and the like, but Proud Mary, in Collingwood has it all going on without any of its neighbourhood hipster pretention. Did I mention the one of a kind custom-made Synesso coffee machine? Try their summer bircher muesli topped with fresh mango, tangy green apple and crushed nuts. It really is THE BEST.
October 7, 2010 | New Events | by Jacqui Alexander |
I’m excited for my brand Skinny Nelson to be collaborating with photographer Mia Mala McDonald for our forthcoming photographic exhibition at the Somewhere and Someday Galleries in Melbourne and Sydney. Thread is an exploration of diversity and identity and how we choose to represent ourselves. The exhibition features a series of intimate portraits of some pretty extraordinary individuals — from a fortune teller to an Indigenous activist, to models and musicians. Read more
September 2, 2010 | Cool Travel | by Jacqui Alexander |
If I had to give you a list of my seven favourite fashion boutiques, Eastern Market would be up there. Housing a strict code of black and white styles from imported labels, and some of Australia’s most unique and creative jewellery and accessory designers (Julia Deville and company), it’s no wonder those in the know flock to this place that was once a church but now an esteemed fashion haunt.
August 18, 2010 | Cool Travel | by Jacqui Alexander |
Cibi, in Japanese meaning “a little one,” is exactly what you feel like when taking your chopsticks to your breakfast on a sunny Saturday morning in the backstreets of oh-so-cool Collingwood, Melbourne. It’s an exciting new experience tucking into a bowl of soba noodles for breaky or wandering around the Japanese trinket store connected to the café. Cibi have created a space full of sensory delights where you can dawdle and daydream, bringing out the inner cibi in all of us.
July 3, 2010 | Cool Travel | by Jacqui Alexander |
Take the lead from Mr and Mrs Crystal. This well-travelled, dynamic Australian couple are giving away their best-kept leisure secrets from their personal travel experience. It’s no shoestring tour, but if you’re looking for sunsets slurping champagne in St Tropez or majestic ten course meals in Marrakech, then the Travel Hedonism website is for you. Plan your trail according to one of the Crystals’ travel vibes, ‘chill, romance, party, foodie heaven’. Yes please!
June 21, 2010 | New Fashion | by Jacqui Alexander |
Sydney based label Virr believe that the company you carry, or more over, the accessories you carry have the power to define you. Virr’s classical, handcrafted leather totes, shoes and bags have that old world charm that makes modern metros and fashionistas week at the knees.
June 7, 2010 | Cool Travel | by Jacqui Alexander |
A few days ago I stumbled across a great new vintage store — Vintage Garage — that has popped up on Smith St, just near the heart of Melbourne’s ‘north side’ grunge fashion area. This cavernous boutique is maze of small dressing rooms brimming with carefully selected and collected vintage clothing and relics. There’s so much to choose from and prices are so reasonable it’s easy to walk out with a basketful of classic tailored jackets, retro high waisted slacks and an antique golden tea set to match. Just eight weeks old, it’s a must see for vintage hunters and gatherers.
May 31, 2010 | New Design | by Jacqui Alexander |
You’ve probably wondered who was the inspired genius behind installations such as the gorgeous herb wall at the newly renovated Circa restaurant, GPO’s Christmas Tree made of 500 blue spruce filled oil cans, or one of the quirky, floral — industrial pieces sitting on the table in front of you at your pick of Melbourne’s top cafes and restaurants. Kanteen, The Wall or Batch — to name a few. Australian artist, Joost, is bringing ethereal beauty to us daily and reminds us that nature is the most beautiful art form of all.
May 24, 2010 | Cool Travel | by Jacqui Alexander |
The Mexican wave has finally hit Australian shores. Leading the pack is Mamasita, run by New York trained Matt Lane. Mamasita (hidden upstairs) is located in the French End of Melbourne’s Collins Street, yet embodies everything we love about authentic, unpretentious dining. The menu is made for sharing, with small tapas style Mexican classics such as tacos and quesadilas to be accompanied by many Margueritas. Try scoring a bar seat for dinner and enjoy long and laid back delicious meal.
May 17, 2010 | New Food and Packaging | by Jacqui Alexander |
Colonel Tan’s is the latest food sensation creation by Cookie’s Karen Batson. The kitsch Thai menu is served at Revolver’s upstairs supersized loungeroom to the beats of a live — caged — DJ. Combining classic Thai dishes, such as Pad Thai and, my favourite, Beatle leaves with Chicken Nuggets and Kaffir lime, the whole experience is very laidback and cheeky. Even better is that Thursday night is fifty percent off for locals in the 3181 postcode. Lucky me!
May 7, 2010 | New Fashion | by Jacqui Alexander |
Slip into 340g of superb Scandinavian engineering. As well as being aesthetically ‘fly,’ Gram sneakers are each wittily named by their own weight. The Stockholm-based team behind the brand combine modern materials with classic sneaker style to create a unique shoe that never walks unnoticed.
Digging the large-scale, photorealistic paintings of Linnea Strid, who has an interesting fascination with cascading water and the ways in which light refracts through it. Read more
Our online store has been kicking along nicely for a while now, featuring prints by Andy Smith [pictured], tees by Das Monk and jewellery by This Charming Man to name a few. We have visitors from all across the globe and some of our pieces have been racing out the virtual door faster than we imagined possible. Aw, shucks! Now it’s your turn. If you design, create, or distribute products and artwork that fits with our style, and you’d like to see your goodies stocked on our shelves in time for Christmas, drop us a note introducing yourself and we’ll take it from there. Psst … we’re planning some Christmas gift ideas and subscriber offers too. We reckon you’ll like them.
The Hatton hotel epitomises Melbourne cool. Those who value design, location, and luxury will find The Hatton the perfect Melbourne base. Read more
I got to check out Extra Golden the other night at the Floristree in the H & H Building in downtown Baltimore. Despite a bill of heady, contemplative, experimental music that preceded the DC-based band, the crowd was chomping at the bit to see them when they finally hit the stage well past 1am. It’s still cold and rainy here in Charm City, but these guys made it feel like summer with their sunny blend of Kenyan benga music and guitar-driven psych rock.
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In celebration of an election year, Attus Apparel is offering thirty percent off all of their rad shirts using the promo code “rexforpres” at checkout. In conjunction with the big sale, they are dabbling a little in politics by introducing their own candidate for President, Rex Vanderwoodsen, representing the Strange Party. They have kicked off the campaign with a blog, campaign posters, buttons, stickers, and have all sorts of fun stuff on the way like campaign parties, and videos. Read more
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Ryan Elisabeth Jewelry uses unique designs to inspire, tell stories, and empower. And the pieces are pretty badass. The As Time Goes By collection showcases intricate pocket watch collages, inspired by historically strong and pivotal women. The Light City series features eye-catching accessories, showing influences ranging from art to architecture. We’re pleased to highlight Ryan Elisabeth jewelry as a featured collection in the Lost At E Minor store. Read more
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