Preview Our Bumper September Birthday Issue

FEATURES
SPECIAL 20TH BIRTHDAY ISSUE! We celebrate the change-makers, the rule-breakers, the style icons and fashion’s new stars in our special 340-page collector’s edition.

A SPECIAL GIFT TO OUR READERS
Don’t miss the 20th birthday collector’s edition of marie claire with our special gift to you of a bonus* full-size Estée Lauder Sumptuous Extreme Mascara valued at $52*! Plus, readers will also receive a free** sample of Estée Lauder’s newest fragrance Modern Muse Le Rouge, fronted by fashion ‘it girl’ Kendall Jenner, exclusively at Myer.

UNDER THE COVER Stars reveal what made their marie claire shoots so special.

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF STYLE marie claire honours some of the stars of Australian fashion, with a little help from their fabulous friends.

GENDER PAY GAP REACHES 20-YEAR HIGH The gender pay gap is the highest it’s been in Australia for two decades, sitting at nearly 19 per cent. We look at innovative strategies that could change the state of pay.

RISE OF THE SOCIAL MEDIA CHILD STAR Many of the hottest stars on Instagram are not even out of nappies. We meet some of the app’s biggest names.

YOU HAVE MADE A DIFFERENCE From petitions to rallies, we look back at the marie claire stories that inspired readers to take a stand.

CAMPAIGN Join our fight to protect health and welfare professionals who expose the abuse of asylum seekers.

PHOTOSHOP ME SEXY marie claire investigates what happens when one woman offers to have her image retouched by digital experts around the world.

FASHION
THE NEW GUARD We showcase nine eclectic design talents whose “hot right now” labels are shaping Australian style.

HITS FROM THE HIGH STREET The marie claire fashion team curates the top 40 purse-friendly finds.

CHEERS TO US! Some of our favourite international designers send birthday wishes in their own signature style.

NEW SEASON TREND ALERT Featuring the five strongest runway cues.

Go behind-the-scenes of our 20th birthday shoot!

BEAUTY
5 MAKE-UP CLASSICS How to achieve these timeless looks.

NEW SEASON, NEW RULES The hottest hair and make-up trends from the international runways are pretty and polished.

THE FUTURE OF BEAUTY Industry experts predict what’s ahead for skincare, make-up, fragrance and haircare.

MALE ORDER New scents for Father’s Day.

WELLNESS
TIME TO RETREAT Lost your mojo? We reveal the top destinations for hitting refresh.

BORED BY THE TREADMILL? Take our quiz and escape your workout rut.

THE HUNGER BUSTERS Breaking the bad snack cycle is possible.

@WORK
LATE RISERS Taking longer to reach your career peak can lead to lasting success.

IS THIS THE ULTIMATE DESK? How to achieve your best working environment.

FASHION Find out which suit suits you.

LIFESTYLE

COCKTAIL HOUR Delicious and decadent finger food for memorable parties.

SMALL WONDER A prefabricated home that is tiny, but perfectly formed.

THE EDIT Home solutions for tight spaces.

*When you purchase the September issue of marie claire. Full-sized Sumptuous Extreme Mascara in Extreme Black, RRP$52. Valued by Estée Lauder. Use only as directed. Always read the label. Made in Belgium. For ingredients please refer to the Estée Lauder cover card in marie claire. **Your complimentary Modern Muse Le Rouge EDP 1.5ml sample is available at your nearest Estee lauder counter at MYER only. One sample per reader, while stocks last.