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Summer Drinks Guide

Don't miss marie claire's guide to summer drinking - we reveal what's hot, what's healthy and what will blow the diet.

How To: Stock a Gourmet Pantry

Fine-food purveyor Simon Johnson reveals his essential ingredients and impromptu entertaining tricks.

Get Picture Perfect Walls

Displaying your favourite frames is easier than you think, says Steve Bagby of Total Hanging Solutions.

How To: Choose Wine

Hosting a party during the festive season is a chance to experiment with different styles and regions, says wine expert Kerry Parkin.

How To: Create a Kitchen Garden

No backyard? No problem. Jock Gammon from Green Rooms* demonstrates how to turn the smallest of spaces into an edible oasis.

Be A Shooting Star

Get a killer shot every time with these top tips from Julie Sundberg, education manager at the Australian Centre for Photography.

How To: Cook the Perfect Steak

These tips apply whether you barbecue, grill or pan-fry our steaks, says Leichhardt butcher John Elvy.

Interiors: 1 Room, 2 Ways

They'd happily splash the cash on a single must-have item, but can two design experts spend just $1500 to revamp a room? With only a sofa to work with, we put their style savvy to the test.

Cappuccino Tips

Author Christine Cottrell shares her top 10 tips for making a cappuccino at home.

How To: Read a Wine Label

Make an informed choice this Christmas, with tips from wine expert Kerry Parkin.

How To: Sort Out Your Wardrobe

Writer Cerentha Harris shares secrets from her book on turning housework into high art.

How To: Be a Kitchen Pro

Peter Evans, owner of Hugo's, Sydney, and The Pantry, Melbourne, draws up his top 10 kitchen wish list.

How To: Care For Flowers

Florist Saskia Havekes, owner of Sydney's Grandiflora, gives five tips on caring for your blooms.

How To: Keep a Herb Garden

Growing a flourishing pot of your favourite flavours is easy, says author and gardening guru Meredith Kirton.

Discover More from Your Mobile

If you're only using your mobile phone for calls and text, you're missing out on a world of entertainment and information at your fingertips. Here, we look at three exciting things you can do with your mobile.

How To: Shop Guilt Free

Reduce your carbon footprint at the checkout with tips from Tracey Bailey, of Brisbane's eco-emporium Biome.

Lifestyle News

Looking for some inspiration from your home? Take a peek at these brand new lifestyle buys.

Lifestyle 101

The latest lifestyle ideas for your home.

Summer Beach House

Touches of Hamptons beach style create a cheerful, laid-back feel.

101 Ideas: Jewel Hues

Statement pieces in jewel hues bring warmth to minimalist interiors.

Outdoor Seats

From sleek lounges to stylish swings, enjoy the summer in these smart seats.

101 Ideas: Outdoor Style

Take elements of your indoor style outside to create the ultimate urban oasis.

Country Kitchen

Farmyard prints create a country feel to your kitchen. Bring it up to date with a limited colour palette.

Modern Kitchen

A modern kitchen demands striking pieces in unusual shapes, or utensils united by a steel finish.

'50s Retro Kitchen Utensils

To give your kitchen a '50s look, don't be afraid to inject colour with quirky pieces in primary hues.

101 Ideas: Home Office Storage

Create an office environment you'll want to work in with these stylish storage solutions.

101 Ideas: Australian Flora

Splashes of botanical chintz and a sprinkling of Australiana create a modern, urban oasis.

101 Ideas: Picnic Essentials

Pack the perfect picnic with these chic carryalls and easy storage solutions.

101 Ideas: Brighten Up Your Chores

Bring a little fun to domestic chores with bursts of bright colour in unexpected places.

101 Ideas: Green Living

Create a modern eco haven with stylish homewares made from sustainable and recycled materials.

Retro Revamp

The quirky home of vintage store owners Natalie Jeffcott and Nicholas Fitzgerald mixes contemporary style and old-fashioned fun.

101 Ideas: Pots and Pans

Invest in the new generation of cookware that offers the latest in design with innovative technology.