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FASHION
Burberry has unveiled its new Gabardine Capsule, marking 170 years of Burberry, the Gabardine Capsule pays homage to the iconic house signature – a revolutionary fabric invented by Thomas Burberry, worn by explorers and everyday adventurers alike. The collection features both products crafted from, or detailed with, elements of gabardine, as well as complementary knitwear and layering products in soft cotton jersey.
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Reebok is celebrating the Australian Open season with the launch of their 100% GARMENT LEATHER range, fronted locally by tennis nepo icons, Mia Hewitt and India Rafter. This campaign marks the evolution of Reebok’s Classic silhouettes, and celebrates their courtside DNA with Mia and India’s cultural pull. Made from 100% garment leather with a tacit modern edge, the range both reclaims and sharpens Reebok’s signature appeal: a laid-back streetstyle culture wrapped in vintage sportswear spirit.
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UNIQLO has launched a new UT collaboration inspired by Tamagotchi, the original digital world we all know and love. The five‑piece drop includes four women’s T‑shirts featuring nostalgic Tamagotchi pixel graphics, alongside a UT‑exclusive original Tamagotchi. Designed as the ultimate keepsake, the device features a throwback GEN 1 design and packaging inspired by the 1996 original, making it a must‑have for longtime fans and new devotees alike.
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VESTIRSI has introduced their new work bag collection. From the clean, confident lines of the Structured Collection to versatile everyday favourites like Eden, these Italian-crafted, Australian-minded bags are designed for real days. Commutes, meetings, coffee and everything in between. They are the perfect anchor for any wardrobe.
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Lee Mathews has launched their new Spring Summer 2026 Collection, Sculptural forms take inspiration from Rodin and Camille Claudel, the observational eye of Raymond Depardon, and the modernist designs of Charlotte Perriand. Each chapter of the season traces material and form, a body of work that unfolds slowly, celebrating the artistry of making and the enduring dialogue between craft and gesture.
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BEAUTY
On 12th February, rhode will officially be landing in Australia! The brand’s complete collection on rhodeskin.com will ship to both Australia and New Zealand and will also be partnering exclusively with MECCA. Launched in June 2022, rhode began with a curated lineup of efficacious skincare, expanding into hybrid makeup. Each launch has garnered unprecedented demand, inspiring shifts in category and culture at large. Today, rhode remains the No.1 overall skincare brand by EMV and continues to deliver significant year over year growth, according to CreatorIQ.
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Australian-made, Brillo Beauty has launched The Hair Mask. The Hair Mask addresses a commonly overlooked category within beauty, hair that feels dry, depleted, or fragile due to hormonal change. Developed with Brillo’s signature minimal philosophy, the formula focuses on nourishment, softness and manageability without irritation or heaviness, making it suitable for sensitive scalps and everyday routines.
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Carolina Herrera has released a new limited-edition fragrance, Good Girl Blush. The brand gives summer an elegant twist by paying tribute to the polka dot, a signature House motif and an enduring icon of contemporary fashion. The David Jones exclusive represents the timeless Herrera house code – polka dots have defined the brand’s collections for decades, embodying elegance, joy and playful sophistication.
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LIFESTYLE
KeepCup has just expanded its much-loved Helix Cold Cup range with the launch of the Helix Cold Cup XL. Designed for bigger sips and longer summer moments! The Helix Cold Cup XL is crafted with a secure screw-fit cap and modular design to offer extra peace of mind whilst also being effortlessly stylish for everyday use, ideal for morning iced coffees, summer smoothies, or post-workout refreshers.
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Pillow Talk has launched an exclusive collaboration with Australian artist Jo Horsley, after the brand’s team unexpectedly discovered her work at a local art show and were instantly drawn to her joyful, expressive style. That chance encounter has now been brought to life as a limited-edition wall art collection. With only two artworks in the entire collection, the Jo Horsley x Pillow Talk collaboration offers Australians a rare opportunity to bring authentic, original art into their homes – without the gallery price tag. Inspired by nature and playful escapism, the pieces transport viewers to imagined worlds featuring lounging leopards, Palm Springs poolside scenes and lush Moroccan villas.
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Maison Balzac has released their new 2026 collection, a world where objects are not what they seem, where beauty lies in the unexpected, and where surrealism meets the senses. The 2026 collection draws inspiration from 1920s surrealism, from the eccentric dreamlike life and work of Salvador Dali, to the audacity and poetry of Elsa Schiaparelli’s work.
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