We live in a society that’s relentlessly bombarded with seasonal trends and a culture obsessed with having ‘more, more, more’, so achieving (and maintaining) a sustainable wardrobe can be a daunting task. But in the latest issue of Peppermint we featured an individual who specialises in making the sartorial old feel new again – for…
Two new exhibitions at Brisbane’s hip Artisan gallery in Fortitude Valley are showcasing innovative environmentally conscious design in two very different ways. ‘Greensmith’ is an exciting Queensland/San Francisco collaboration featuring beautiful and unique work by jewellers in both cities; their pieces confront environmental issues by incorporating ethically sourced gems and upcycled or reclaimed materials. ‘Remember…
If you’ve been fawning over the colourful Veja sneakers featured in our Issue 22 cover shoot with Lily Cole, you’ll be pleased to learn that the French company have recently launched a competition giving followers a chance to win their own pair of kicks from the Taua range. A limited edition collection designed by Lily herself, the shoes each feature a beautiful design…
There’s nothing quite like going for a walk in the wilderness and getting lost amongst the tall trees – and that feeling is perfectly encapsulated in this collaboration from designer and photographer Rachel Burke and 14-year old blogger Miss Zali. Rachel designed and made the one-of-a-kind garments and took the gorgeous photos, while Zali modelled…
Since we featured this high-profile fashion collaboration between denim giants G-Star, Bionic Yarn and the company’s celebrity owner Pharrell Williams in our Winter Issue 22, Raw for the Oceans has continued to make headlines. The collection recently took out the Grand Prix award for design at this year’s Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, and as of this month,…
Yesterday marked the start of 2014’s National Aboriginal and Islander Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) Week, so get set for seven days of celebrating Indigenous history, culture and achievement. And wherever you are, you can take part – NAIDOC Week features flag raising ceremonies, art exhibitions and family fun days, and they’re happening across the country, so…
Humdrum interiors – hang in there! Following the huge success of their first homewares collection, the Australia design duo behind Cubbylove have returned with a new range of colourful accessories to reinvigorate your living spaces. Inspired by natural materials and bright bursts of colour, their latest offerings include handmade rope and timber wall hangings that take on…
When it comes to secondhand style, Faye De Lanty is the woman of the moment – making a name for herself with her blog Fashion Hound and regular appearances on Channel 9 showcasing on-trend looks that are kind to both our purses and the planet. Her recent Eat, Drink, Thrift event at Brisbane’s BMW showroom…
Whether you’re covering up a bad hair day or putting the finishing touch on a perfect outfit, we love Indego Africa‘s new range of Turband hair accessories, created in partnership with Cult Gaia and handmade in Rwanda from vibrant dutchwax cloth. One of North America’s most successful social enterprises, Indego works with more than 600 artisans from communities and cooperatives across Rwanda, helping foster economic…
We’re frequently told to exfoliate, and numerous popular skincare brands offer a swathe of products designed to help us do just that, from facial scrubs to body polishes. But while sloughing off those dead cells is soft on our skin, it’s tough on the environment – at least, it can be if you use scrubs…
If you love fashion and live in Queensland, it’s time to weather the winter winds and get yourself to the Teneriffe Festival this Saturday 5 July for Emerge Australia‘s fabulous all-day outdoor Fashion Precinct. From 11 am until late, seven runway events will showcase the best of contemporary Australian fashion, from emerging designers such as Anna Hulm…
Frosty mornings have many of us sleeping late and spending more time indoors. But if you can bring yourself to brave the chill, the milder months are the perfect time to tend your backyard veggie patch and get ready for the harvest seasons ahead. “With less rain and blue skies on the mountain, winter is my favourite…
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