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Designers including Jimmy Choo, Christian Louboutin and Oscar de la Renta will create their own version of the iconic, glittery footwear using CRYSTALLIZED^TM - Swarovski Elements crystals. ...

Recipe: Chocolate And Coconut Cupcakes

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:49:25 -0800

PHOTOGRAPHS COLIN COOKE FOOD & STYLING PAUL LOWE

110g unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing
½ cup sugar
3 eggs
1 cup plain flour, sifted
¾ cup shredded coconut
4 tablespoons good-quality cocoa powder, plus 1 teaspoon extra
1½ teaspoons baking powder
chocolate ice-cream to serve

Preheat oven to 180°C. ...

Life Story: Nelson Mandela

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0800

He is the passionate activist whose devotion to democracy and equality never wavered, despite 27 years in prison. As he turns 90, Helen Gent celebrates the extraordinary life of the South African statesman.

Under a brilliant blue sky, the crowd waited patiently. Thousands of spectators jostled for space, some clambering up trees for a better view. They'd been there for hours, the harsh sun beating down on them, but they were determined to stay. ...

Fashion directory

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 17:34:28 -0800

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4 Stroke, (02) 9690 0218.
18th Amendment, www.18thamendment.com
2Chillies, (07) 5519 6888.
575 DENIM, (02) 8987 3400

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Actil, 1800 625 516.
Adam+Eve, (02) 9319 4488.

A'kin, 1800 631 283.
Acqua di Parma, (02) 9315 9343.
Agatha Ruiz de la Prada, (02) 9663 4277.
Agent Provocateur, (02) 9317 2171.
Almay, 1800 025 488.
Amatokin, (02) 9315 9343.
American Beauty, 1800 061 326.
Andrew Collinge, (02) 8364 5400.
Angelique, 1300 850 823.
Annick Goutal, (02) 9315 9343.
Anthony Logistics, 1300 553 440.
Antipodes, (02) 9360 7711.
APIVITA, (03) 9429 4460. ...

Beauty News: Myer Unveils Fragrance Windows

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 11:05:09 -0800

On Tuesday evening, at an exclusive VIP-only event, Myer's Melbourne Bourke Street store unveiled six windows capturing the magic of some of the most iconic perfumes.

The Fragrance by Design Exhibition runs from July 15–27 and features specially themed windows by Chanel, Dior, Thierry Mugler, Vera Wang, Viktor & Rolf and Yves Saint Laurent.

This lightweight tote is a stylish alternative to plastic bags.
Built Market Tote, $49.95
Buy online at www.until.com. ...

Off The Beaten Track: Nha Trang, Vietnam

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0800

Naomi Jaul takes us off the beaten track to the unspoilt beauty of Nha Trang.

WHERE IS IT: On the south-east coast of Vietnam.

TRAVEL TIME: 10 hours from Sydney.

WHAT YOU'LL FIND: Clear blue water, silky white sand, cheap seafood and swaying palm trees – Vietnam's beach drawcard ticks all the tropical getaway boxes. ...

Sussan and marie claire reader event

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:40:24 -0800

Sussan and marie claire held an exclusive spring style event at Melbourne's Bourke Street Sussan store on July 8 where guests celebrated the delightfully feminine new Sussan spring range.

Jana Pokorny, marie claire's fashion director, showcased the key fashion looks for the season.

Readers were also given hints & tips on how to look there best this summer with beauty makeovers by Rakis Hair and professional make-up artist Shella Thomas . ...