Ahh, did we mention how much we love Fabled and True? (We did actually, back in Issue 8, but there’s no harm in reminding you). Handcrafted from recycled and vintage fabrics right here in Brisbane, designer Jaye Wolfe brings the whimsy of fairytales and picnics and endless springtime to life in her irresistibly girly creations….
Why, that would be lovely! As well tweaking kids’ curiosity, these bubbly bright organic tees from Canadian artist Drew Khan of Creative Director Clothing may just elicit a few drops of saliva. Drawing on his passion for printmaking and collage, Drew has playfully incorporated detachable parts into the designs, giving children the final say about…
Spring is in the air – and with it, of course, Melbourne Spring Fashion Week. Now in its 17th year, MSFW is about much more than just the catwalk, with events right across the city in celebration of design and creativity. The North Melbourne Market has long been a platform for independent designers with a…
Yes folks, it’s that time again – time to head into Brisbane City tonight for the next instalment of the BrisStyle Indie Twilight Market! If you’ve been before, you’ll know just how fab this market is – and if it’s news to you, then do yourselves a favour and check it out! You’ll find an…
The worst of winter might be behind us, but Peppermint faves Adhesif are making it damn tempting to step out into the cold once again with their new Hipster Musings collection. With a Little Red Ridinghood-meets-Jackie O vibe, oversized buttons, colourful plaid and mismatched fabrics abound in the layered wonderland that is the brand’s latest…
Here at Peppermint we’re all for crafty goodness. So when there’s a whole festival devoted to it, we get just a little bit excited. Craft Victoria’s Craft Cubed festival launched at the start of the month, and already our heads are spinning from all the possibilities – with over 60 events, there’s a lot to…
If you’re the kind who goes ape for a bargain, then you’ll love the pre-loved clothes, shoes and jewellery sale this Saturday at Melbourne’s Kindness House. And, just like the name of the building suggests, you’ll be acting in kindness by shopping there – all profits from the event will go to the Australian Orangutan…
The life of a park ranger may seem idyllic – hanging out in the fresh air all day surrounded by trees and talking to the animals. But rangers and their families in some countries don’t have it so easy, coming under attack from poachers willing to kill to get their hands on the animals, land…
Everyone’s favourite ever-relocating festival, Splendour in the Grass, has been making Peppermint proud ever since receiving a coveted Greener Festival Award gong for their environmental efforts. The Greener Award is based on a 56 point checklist which covers green office policies, energy use and carbon reduction, travel and transport, support for green initiatives, waste management,…
If you are keen to get to know the lovely lady fronting the latest issue of Peppermint mag, Beauty Chef Carla Oates, then Sydney’s Organic Expo is the place to do it. Proving why she’s earned her culinary cosmetic stripes, Carla will be showing visitors how to make their own nourishing skincare products at home…
Sydney Design Festival is just around the corner and with “Is old new again?” this year’s theme, we can be sure to find a myriad of sustainable exhibitions and workshops to tickle our toes! Just one gem among the design fun is Transparent Seams ‘Upcyling Fashion’ workshop next Saturday, July 30, from 1pm-4pm at The…
Fancy partaking in a tad of swelegant cycling among a crowd of casquette-clad riders? Dapper lads and elegant ladies dressed in their finest tweed will be coasting from Sydney’s Town Hall through the city streets to a secret location in Alexandria on Sunday July 31st for the 3rd Annual Sydney Tweed Cycle. Helmets are still…