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Whether it’s your first time having clothes altered or you’re a seasoned suit shaper, there are some simple insider tips you can learn that will make a visit to the tailor smoother and your suit alterations more successful. 1. Know your tailor Knowing your tailor comes through research and recommendations. Learn about their experience, reliability,…

Your wedding dress must fit to perfection – so when to comes down to it, bridal dress alteration are everything. No matter how perfect or expensive the dress was, if it doesn’t fit you properly, it won’t look any better than a cheaper dress. The truth is, most wedding dresses do need some sort of…

There’s nothing quite like kicking off the morning with a sweaty workout and heading to work feeling energised and ready for the day. But there’s nothing worse than arriving in the office wearing a crumpled shirt that completely takes away from your fresh face and well-earned liveliness. Don’t worry – we’ve got some great tips…

Engagement parties can be a lot of fun. Friends getting together, good food, drinks, a beautiful venue; and, of course, the celebration of a couple who’s decided to tie the knot! Dressing up and looking your best for events like these also plays a huge part in contributing to the whole vibe of the party….

We’ve all been there – you’ve got a piece of beautiful clothing but, much to your disappointment, it doesn’t fit quite right. Maybe you’re ready to exchange it but you’ve misplaced the receipt. You’re shopping and you find the perfect piece only to find that they don’t have stock left in your size. Maybe you’ve…

It’s economical, friendly to the environment and (let’s be honest) a whole lot of fun! If you’re sick of what’s in your wardrobe or just need a refresh, clothes swap parties will be your new best friend. How many times have you looked through your clothes convinced that you have absolutely nothing to wear? We…

As your family grows in numbers, one thing quickly becomes very clear; hand-me-downs are a genuine blessing. Children grow quickly, and continuously buying clothes to fit their current size can get expensive. Using hand-me-downs, whether from your child’s older sibling, or from other family groups, is a great way to prevent a clothing cost blowout….

You’ll look at least 40% cooler if you’re rocking a pair of torn, distressed jeans. Sure, we might be making up that statistic on the spot, but it is true that distress jeans are right in style at the moment; the more you can rip, tear, and fade those jeans, the more stylish they’re going…

With the Spring Racing Carnival in full swing, it’s time to get your head into the game and start planning your race day threads and accessories. We chatted to some of the most stylish men on Instagram to get their fashion style tips for the biggest Australian social event of the year. Learn how to…

There’s nothing worse than not being able to find the things you need, especially when it means having to rifle through clothes, shoes and accessories. And having an overflowing, unorganised wardrobe just makes it even harder. The first step to decluttering and organising your wardrobe is to take stock of what’s actually there. What do…