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Searching for the best gifts to give mum this year? In an effort to show our mums how much we love them, we’ve scoured the internet and pulled together a list of gifts almost worthy of their great recipient. 

Little luxuries are where it's at. 

Whether it’s your brother, friend, a new(ish) relationship, or a long-term partner, trying to find the perfect gift for the man isn't easy.

A curated selection of gifts suitable for every type of outdoor-loving human. 

From snack-sized stocking fillers to show-stopping kitchen essentials, here's our list of gifts sure to please the discerning foodie in your life.

To help you nail your Christmas shopping list with the perfect prezzie this year, we've curated six unique and sentimental gifts that'll hit the brief and win you max brownie points. 

We’ve come up with an absolutely cracking Brisbane gift guide that'll snag you bragging rights as Santa this festive season.

Add some sparkle to your beauty lover's festive season. 

Brisbane might not be known as a beacon of literary culture, but our fair ol’ city has more than a few secondhand and independent bookstore gems if you know where to look for them. 

We're here to help you sort the good from the great and to dig up the most unmissable Black Friday sales.

Make conscious and considered choices when deciding what to buy and give.

Whether you've just been hit with a dress-up party invite, are locking in your Oktoberfest getup or just thinking ahead for Halloween, we've hunted down the best costume shops in Brisbane.

If you’ve never planned a trip to the Scenic Rim, we’re here to tell you, you’re most definitely missing out. 

If you’re putting on a little shindig and the ‘steaks’ are high, here's where to find the best butchers in Brisbane.

Australian Fashion Week presented by Pandora will descend upon Carriageworks again this May. Designers on show in 2024 include P.E Nation, Romance Was Born, Anna Quan, Blanca. Here's how to get your tickets now. 

Raid your money jar; it’s time to pop some tags. Here's our hit-list of the best charity op shops in Brisbane to scour for anything from a pair of acid wash jeans to that perfect vintage tee.

The answers to all your questions and curiosities before you jump into your big e-bike purchase.

100+ banging and easy-to-order gift ideas for your folks, friends, mates and dates.

From raincoats to coats, knitwear, and jackets designed to keep our furry pals warm. 

Update your space for winter with these on-trend pet essentials.

Prepare your thrifting skills because Vinnies stores throughout Queensland are putting on an epic three-day sale where you can 50% off everything. 

As the temps drop, movie dates in bed and cosy nights on the couch become a whole lot more tempting than going out. So there’s never been a better time to turn your abode into a sanctuary of self-care. 

Inspired by the effortless street style captured during Paris fashion week, our sartorial inspo this season is to embrace the minimalist mindset to maximise uniqueness. In other words, pairing back all the noise and leaning into pieces that feel uniquely you. The latest arrivals from H&M’s upcoming AW23 collection tap into this celebration of simplicity and confidence. 

We asked Selina Yang to show us how she spins her own unique looks together from the H&M AW 2023 collection to inspire your own fashion journey.  

There’s a piece in here fit for every occasion.

Discover seven locally-made Brisbane jewellery brands that are a collection must-add. 

Plus, sip on a custom-made marg.

Want to level up your wardrobe rotation? We know just the place.

We’re a tiny bit (read: a lot) obsessed with the work of Tom Gould. Born in Aotearoa and based in New York, the director-slash-photographer has won the world over with his emotive visual storytelling. 

From August 11 until September 4, R.M.Williams is giving you the chance to score one of five shopping experiences, including a $4,000 voucher and a private styling appointment.

Find your next favourite piece for less at Vinnies. 

Nestled in the beating heart of Surfers Paradise, we’ve found the perfect place for the ultimate fun day out. Think: epic games, live sport and a total foodie nirvana. So where can you find this awesome spot? Perched on the corner of Surfers Paradise Boulevard and Cavill Mall, boasting a 100-metre frontage opposite the world-famous Surfers Paradise Beach, is Paradise Centre. Home to over 90 stores, an alfresco dining precinct and a buzzing entertainment hub, gather your crew and make tracks here stat.

Welcome to 30 Faces, a celebration of 30 individuals changing the world by 2030. A destination to unearth how they got here, what fuels their passion, and to educate and inspire your own journey towards a future made better. 

Stock up on all your hiking essentials and nab yourself the latest Merrell hiking shoes in the exclusive Australia-only pre-release of the Moab 3 range. 

Truth be told, ‘90s-style has been making a comeback for years, and it’s filled the scrunchie-sized hole in our hearts. From graphic tees to bucket hats, this era has pretty much taken over our wardrobes—and it’s here to stay.

As loungewear continues to be the foundation of modern style, it's not surprising that many of us look to sportswear brands for dictating trends and designing versatile wardrobe staples. And, this is precisely what New Balance's latest collection is all about. 

We sat down with Western Sydney artist Bianca Beers to chat about growing up in a Paris Hilton-inspired style era (we’re talking over-glossed lips, huge hoops and quilted handbags) and how her art has led her to embrace her colourful and confident style today. 

“Eclectic, colourful and over-accessorised” is how Sydney creator and digital artist Tara Chandra describes her style. Motivated by dressing differently and being unapologetically herself, Chandra's refreshing and playful approach to fashion is what catapulted her to social fame. 

Some of my fondest memories growing up include smashing the buttons on my PS2 controller after school in an attempt to run over Krusty the Clown in The Simpsons: Hit & Run. 

Wave goodbye to yoga-style comfies; there's a more striking athleisure aesthetic in town. In case you missed it, bright and bold sportswear is on the rise. And after beige-gate of 2021 (we're looking at you, lifestyle influencers), our wardrobes couldn't be more ready for a hefty dose of COLOUR, thank yew.  

Born in 2019, Australian-based sneaker brand BLAC needs to be on your radar if you’re looking to take positive, planet-saving steps when it comes to style.

It’s that time of year again—Christmas is right around the corner and with it comes countless crazy sales and deals to lighten the load on your wallet as you stock up for the silly season. 

Urban List is turning 10 and we’re in the mood to celebrate. And what better way to celebrate than by dropping some sweet-looking merch just in time for your summer wardrobe refresh.

If there was ever a Christmas to treat your loved ones like the queens they are, this is it. Say it with us—I vow not to purchase a single boring bath bomb this year. Good. 

As we edge our way closer to the final chapters of 2021, a year dominated by snap lockdowns and subsequent digital connectivity, we sat down with Melbourne stylist and creative director Ella Murphy to discuss the future of fashion. 

The flip phone is iconic. Zoolander. Paris Hilton. Keanu Reeves. We were obsessed. 

From growing burgers in labs to paying for our groceries with cryptocurrency, technology continues to push its way into new realms of our everyday life. 

The winners of The Circle Awards AUS & NZ 2021 have officially been announced, and our carts (and hearts) are full of sustainable swaps we never knew we needed.

A new season serves as the perfect excuse to update your wardrobe with some key pieces to elevate your looks both at home and out on the town.

According to the Global Fashion Agenda, across the next decade, the fashion industry’s carbon footprint is set to increase to 2,791 million tonnes and will create 148 million tonnes of waste. Yep, it can feel overwhelming. 

If COVID-19 has got us embracing anything, it’s more interstate travel. So, luckily for us, it’s just gotten a whole lot better thanks to DFO and their brand new digital tourist passport which enables access to exclusive offers across Australian outlet retailers. 

Frantically trying to find the perfect Mother’s Day gift for your mum, aunt, gran, or any other special women in your life? Take a deep breath and forget the frenzy—we’ve got you covered this year. 

‘Cause we’re all about that OTT confidence and feeling our best selves, we're giving away five $500 vouchers to go towards fresh new lewks. 

South Brisbane’s Fish Lane is soon to host a creators and designers market up and down the laneway. 

Get around H&M's latest collab dedicated to days spent at the beach and in the surf. 

While we love everything about Christmas, nailing everyone’s Christmas gifts can be an arduous task. Although, it doesn’t have to be.

If you’re like us, and recently you’ve found yourself taking a closer look at your wardrobe and shoe collection—then you’ll want to pay attention to the latest earth-saving initiative to drop from Timberland Australia. 

While we thoroughly enjoyed our time spent in iso cruising the web for tie-dye loungewear, now we’re ready to swap shopping from the couch for shopping IRL. And lucky for us, The City just announced that an epic three-day Shop BNE City event is going down in Queen Street Mall from Friday, 30 October to Sunday, 1 November to really ramp up the good shopping vibes. 

Created using Cottonised Hemp instead of regular cotton, Levi’s new High Loose and Stay Loose jeans are a revelation for our times. If you’re not yet clued into Cottonised Hemp, this water-saving, energy-saving, low-chemical innovation has been specially designed for Levi’s. 

Although we’ve enjoyed our time hibernating in the same tracksuit co-ord every day for the past few months, physically-distanced dinner parties and picnics are back on the cards, so you might be panicking about what to wear. 

Shop sustainably with these five eco-conscious brands that are ditching plastic packaging in favour of a more sustainable option. 

Whether you’re trying, expecting, or you know someone who is, cult Aussie activewear label Active Truth has just launched their new maternity activewear range and it's a game changer.

Cult Bondi brand Local Supply just launched their online warehouse sale so you can score up to 70 per cent off 70 different styles including polarized sunglasses and blue light blocking glasses.

For many women, workout anxiety is a very real thing. Whether you have your period or you’re one of 37 per cent of Australian women who deal with bladder leakage, working up a sweat can be a stressful time when it should be the very opposite. 

Australian lifestyle and activewear label First Base are tackling the fight against fast fashion head-on with the announcement of their first fully-sustainable made-to-order capsule. So, if you’ve been looking for an excuse to update your WFH uniform, now is absolutely the time. 

Mother’s Day is looking a little different this year with our usual mimosa-filled brunches off the table. The big day is just two weeks away so if you’re scrambling to find the perfect gift for the perfect woman in your life, we have just the thing. 

In the wake of COVID-19 and physical distancing, we’re stationed at our laptops while working from home and scrolling our phones to feel connected more than ever before.

One of the many ways we’re surviving and thriving in the depths of self-isolation is with a little retail therapy to support Aussie fashion labels, of course.

From vegan leather accessories to delicious crepes for homelessness, we round up the best of this year's ING Dreamstarters. 

We chatted to Sarah Malengret from The Market Folk about how she found the confidence to turn her weekend side hustle into a full blown business—and what she’s learnt along the way.

When considering the mechanics of your wardrobe, investing in essential pieces that you can consistently reinvent and use time again is key to overcoming the morning styling frenzy. 

A new decade means more opportunities to step up your sartorial game.

Whether you’re chasing comfortable athleisure looks for brunch or high-tech tights for your next HIIT class, we’ve done you a solid and rounded up all the best places to buy luxury activewear in Brisbane. 

Mince pies have officially hit supermarket shelves everywhere—ready or not, the festive season is officially here. 

There’s no denying Aussies are downright obsessed with Scandi culture—and rightly so. 

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone else, let this be your guide to a more sustainable Christmas.

No need to jump in the car and trek down to Brisbane to get your shopping fix, you can now spend your hard-earned coin right here on the Sunshine Coast.

Melbourne’s famous Boho Luxe Market is hitting the road once again—they’re heading back to Brisbane for a pop-up Christmas market and our inner Flower Child is doing cartwheels.

This week cult label STAUD, Net-A-Porter, Incu and Gorman are all slashing prices—here's what we know. 

Sustainable fashion isn’t just another trend. It’s a movement that’s guiding us towards a better, more stylish future. 

Let’s chat about breaking a dirty, little habit. No, we don’t mean your daily 3pm chocolate binge, we’re talking about using and abusing plastic for just about everything. The time has come to give it all up. 

Update your wardrobe and dive into the online shopping mayhem that is Click Frenzy with these epic buys. 

For everyone chasing the sun for Euro summer—we’ve handpicked a few warm weather style essentials from our favourite Aussie labels to prepare you for sunny days and balmy nights to come.

​Working out in winter comes with pros and cons. Con: when the mercury dips, resisting the siren song of your duvet in favour of a sweaty sesh ain’t easy. Pro: if you put in the hard yards now you’ll be in peak form for summer and all of its skin-baring shenanigans. Decisions, decisions.

You'll find Brisbane's best independent fashion boutiques dotted right across town. Fortitude Valley may be the most famous location for its string of independent stores, but Brisbane's emergance as a vibrant and creative hub has meant more talented locals are opening in new locations, with the addition of cult international labels and artists entering Brisbane's shopping landscape. 

If you’ve been vibing Billie’s heavy, gothic inspired silverware, meet Melbourne based Heart of Bone—the label behind most of Billie’s iconic chains and rings.

Described as “earth, people and animal-friendly”, each one of Wolfgang Scout's plush jumpers is hand knitted by Indian artisans, made using Australian yarn and hand-dyed with natural and organic dyes. 

Statement bags are in, make it more meaningful with new Sydney-based label Raela. 

In the past five years, homelessness in Australia has increased by 14 per cent. Broken down, that’s 50 homeless people per 10,000 people. If you live in the city, there’s a large chance you encounter homelessness every day. But how often do you actually stop, sit down, and have a conversation with these people?

Name a more iconic set of duos and creative pairings, we'll wait. 

Moving into high summer, one "it" 90s accessory we'd like to back is chain sunglasses. 

2018 was the year we relearned that no one does street quite like the Milanese. 

It drops tomorrow.

Things we never thought we’d see: A Post Malone x Crocs’ collaboration. 

Cargo pants, yes, but not as you know them. 

Buying for a super-stylin’ friend and not quite sure where to start? That’s where we come in.

Reminding us all that sometimes, style begins up top. 

The reimagined Puma CELL Venom, West Coast-inspired CALI and a Hot Wheels collab are incoming. 

Stylish and well-fitted jeans with a positive social and environmental impact? It’s definitely possible.

Baes and besties to like-minded lovers alike were all about sartorial sharing at LA’s famed ComplexCon 2018. One of the largest summits of its kind in the world (and the brainchild of achingly cool lifestyle giant, Complex) this is the place to get a sneak peek on what’s new and trend-worthy (read: everything you’re about to see blowing up your Insta thread).

Contender for collab of the year? Absolutely, yes. 

Great news Brisbane; the London high street label COS will finally be opening its first Brisbane bricks and mortar store next month—and it’s about bloody time!

There will be hoodies and chains for your pooch too.

Here’s another collab in honour of everyone’s ultimate mouse. 

Usually reserved for rave dens and festival days, this new season neon is a tonne more sophisticated, and yep, you need it now. 

Baggage doesn’t have to be boring. Here are seven suitcases that'll save your style game next time you fly, staycation or road trip. 

Hands up, who else had serious FOMO when they weren’t invited to the Tom Ford runway at this year’s NYFW? We 100% feel you and we’re still holding out hope that we’ll have better luck next year. 

Yes, you want them and yep you can pull ‘em off too. 

Great news, market-hungry Brisbanites! The Finders Keepers Markets are coming back to Brisbane for their spring/summer pop-up and this year they are bigger and better than ever!

The new summer collection features cream denim, lemon yellows and bottle greens. 

First established in 1981, JD Sports has been hard at it kitting out Britain with slick duds for going on 37 years, earning them a reputation as the undisputed king of sneakers. Having established themselves as the UK's ultimate sporting and swag connection, they went global and brought their sweet threads to Victoria, but now they're gearing up to launch in Brisbane, taking over the space previously occupied by Topshop. My throat is sore from literally screaming. 

We chat personal uniforms and sustainable fashion with Melbourne label Coreprêt. 

The impending open date of the brand new Calile Hotel is making us all kinds of excited with promises of luxury suites, a day spa, and Nobby Beach’s iconic Hellenika on the rooftop, but the latest intel has set our wallets and wardrobes buzzing with anticipation as Bassike’s first ever Brisbane store is set to become part of The Calile collective.

Last week SZA announced an anti-plastic streetwear label, and we're pretty pumped about it. Not only do the designs look rad, the singer also confirmed that 100% of the proceeds will go to sustainability efforts. 

The latest Kith x Coca-Cola collab is about to drop and we are ready. 

This staple brand has just dropped a new Gum Block collection to add to their line of never-ending classics by adding a modern twist to things.

If you haven’t already seen Wardrobe.NYC plastered all over your Insta-feed, let me catch you up to speed. Power couple Christine Centenera and Josh Goot launched the label in December 2017, and it's become a cult smash with LA celebs like Kim K. 

This'll be as close as we get to owning a real Van Gogh. Skate brand Vans have partnered with The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam to bring some of the artists classic pieces to life...in fashion form.

Having nothing to wear is a real problem. One that seems to only bless the less stylish of us. After much research (read: stalking cool girls on Instagram) we can confirm that these six items are the building blocks of stylish wardrobes around the world.

Hands up who’s addicted to shopping. And keep ‘em up if you're that co-worker whose desk is littered in online shopping deliveries pretty much five out of five working days? Yup. We’re all guilty. But if we’re being honest, we’re a little over the whole online shopping fail thing—there’s only so many times a gal can show her face at the post office with an armful of returns.