For the first time in a decade, MATICEVSKI returned to the AFC Australian Fashion Week schedule – and backstage, the mood was as composed and considered as the collection itself. Inside The Collider in Haymarket, models moved quietly between racks of sculptural tailoring and sheer, floating organza, while final adjustments…

In the fiercely competitive modern business landscape, attracting top-tier talent is only the first phase of a much larger operational challenge. The true test of a successful human resources strategy lies in an organization’s ability to seamlessly integrate new hires into its ecosystem and retain them over the long term.…

Ahead of her first solo presentation at Australian Fashion Week, Australian designer Courtney Zheng is reflecting on instinct, craftsmanship and the evolving language of modern dressing. Known for her fluid silhouettes, refined tailoring and intuitive approach to design, Zheng has quietly built a distinctive aesthetic that balances timelessness with experimentation.…

Ahead of his third runway presentation at Australian Fashion Week next week, Melbourne designer Christian Kimber is reflecting on the evolution of his eponymous label – and what it means to create clothing designed to last. Since launching in 2014 with a tightly edited footwear and accessories collection, Kimber has…

NZFW’s 2026 schedule announcement cements its position as both an industry incubator and a major force in Auckland’s fashion and hospitality economy. New Zealand Fashion Week has announced to industry heads and stakeholders that the new 2026 schedule will host a number of runway milestones, including a debut solo runway…

Ahead of Australian Fashion Week, Karla Špetić reflects on the evolution of her eponymous label and the philosophy that continues to shape her work. Born in Dubrovnik and based in Australia since 1993, Špetić has built a reputation for her distinctive design language – one grounded in precision, intuition, and…

Inside RMN Studios with Founder Penny Styles: On Slow Growth, Conscious Design and Global Expansion This New Zealand fashion brand has quietly built a loyal international following since its launch in 2018. Founded by Penny Styles, the label is known for its refined aesthetic, “mindful modern dressing” philosophy, and a…

Mother’s Day has a way of sneaking up on us – one minute it’s weeks away, the next you’re panic-buying candles and hoping for the best. This year, consider this your official heads-up. Getting in early doesn’t just save you stress; it means you can choose something truly thoughtful, considered,…

The actor and filmmaker is reportedly engaged to Harry Styles – and her ring is already setting the tone for 2026. There’s something distinctly unbothered about the way Zoë Kravitz does everything. Including getting engaged. The news, which began as a quiet ripple after a London sighting – Kravitz, walking,…

As autumn deepens, fashion shifts into a more considered rhythm – one defined by layering, texture and pieces designed to move with everyday life. This week, local brands lean into that sensibility, delivering collections grounded in ease, materiality and quiet confidence. From RUBY’s mood-lifting winter offering to Deadly Ponies’ continued…