The April 28 Edition
In the mood for love? Then welcome to our special issue on romance and dating. From blind dates to chance encounters, loved-up celebrity couples tell us how they met, and models – and real-life couple – Dominique Elissa and Tom Bull, bring gender-blending style to the forefront.
How to nail couple-dressing without looking like Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears
From luxury labels to the high street, more brands are blurring gender lines, and writing a fashion prescription that is more inclusive, with fewer rules.
- by Melissa Singer
‘I thought I had been stood up’: Curtis Stone on meeting his wife of 10 years
From a blind date to literally falling at one’s feet, here’s how the earth moved for five celebrity couples.
- by Jane Rocca
After being dumped by her husband of 25 years, this is what Jo did next
“At 60, I didn’t have time to waste waiting for an uncertain future to reveal itself. I had to make my own future.”
- by Jo Peck
Opinion
Opinion
Is there an age when we give up on love?
I’m now in my 50s and after three decades of engaging in mating, dating and relating, I’m over the drama. And the compromise. And the expectations. Also, the hurt.
- by Wendy Squires
In the mood for a romantic read? Nine of the best love stories ever told
Matters of the heart have inspired authors throughout time. Here are the best picks from classic stories to modern romance.
- by Georgie Gordon
The best date night make-up trick? Play up one feature at a time
Whether it’s a bright lip, giant lashes or a smoky eye, we’ve got you covered.
- by Stephanie Darling
‘I love feeling comfortable’: What you’ll never see this ballerina wearing
Benedicte Bemet, the principal artist with The Australian Ballet tells why she has an aversion to tight clothes.
- by Georgie Gordon
Olivia Molly Rogers married and divorced in the same year. Here’s what she learnt
“I’ve done a lot of work on myself and I’m in a better place knowing the traits I like in a partner,” says the social media influencer and former Miss Universe Australia.
- by Jane Rocca
‘Five cookies in the space of two minutes’: An actor’s day on a plate
Musical theatre star Maxwell Simon shares what fuels him through the day, including his late night snacks.
- by Nicole Economos
Six unspoilt gems in the South Pacific to add to your travel bucket list
The best places to go are the ones other visitors don’t even know about.
- by Craig Tansley
Create a cosy home with sentimental decorations you’ll cherish forever
Whether it’s your first home together or a much-loved family abode, fill it with creature comforts and heirloom items made to last.
- by Georgie Gordon
Adam Liaw’s classic roasted vegetable soup
Beat the chill with a comforting bowl of spiced roast vegetable soup.
- by Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw’s simple golden cinnamon treats really take the biscuit
These butter biscuits with a hint of cinnamon are best enjoyed still warm from the oven.
- by Adam Liaw
Taurus: Go out of your way to make the world a better place
Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned astrologer, Hedy Damari.
- by Hedy Damari