The Style Edit — Summer 2025

THIS SEASON’S FASHION GUIDEBY ELIZABETHbeing more youIssue 5SUMMER 2026ColourStyleBeautyYOUARE BEAUTIFULBRAVE

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Being Brave — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

BEING BRAVEEnhance your beauty every day with colourSUMMER INVITES US TO BE FREESay YesBeing ourselves takes courage. It’s notalways glamorous. Sometimes it’squiet, sometimes it’s messy, but it’salways brave.Real self-love means choosing truthover performance, peace overperfection, and passion over approval.It’s trusting that who you are, exactlyas you are, is enough.When we stop shape-shifting forothers, something magical happens. Wefeel lighter. Life starts to align and webecome more alive. That’s the power ofbeing ourselves - it attracts what’smeant for us and clears out what isn’t.Reflect on how far you’ve come andhonour the parts of you that keptgoing..Butter Yellow VibesAUTUMNSPRINGSUMMERWINTERPALETTEPALETTEPALETTEPALETTEAutumn → Warm Soft Sunflower, radiance.Spring → Light Golden Sunshine, warmth.Summer → Soft Lemondade, light and elegant.Winter → Canary or icy lemon.

2 · Being Brave

Fashion and Colour Meet — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

FASHION ANDIT’S ALL ABOUT UNDERTONES.HOW TO WEAR THISSEASON’S TRENDINGCOLOUR MEETCOLOURSWARM UNDERTONE GIRLIESCOOL UNDERTONEFULL OF LIFE.ELEGANT AND BOLDWARM PALETTES MAKE YOUR SKIN GLOW, YOURCOOL PALETTES MAKE YOUR SKIN STRIKINGEYES SPARKLE, AND BRING A SUN-KISSED GLOWAND BRING A CRISP OR ILLUMINATION TO YOU.AUTUMN - NATURAL, BURNT, EARTHY, DEPTHSUMMER - POWDERY, SOFT, DREAMYSPRING - BRIGHT, RICH, ZESTY, A SUN RAYWINTER - CLEAR, BOLD, DEEP OR ICYSUMMERWINTERAUTUMNSPRINGYOUR MUST-WEAR SHADESPALETTEPALETTEPALETTEPALETTESUMMER CHRISTMAS 2025ELEGANTREDMulled Merlot.Poppy Punch.Strawberry Rosé. Crimson Luxe &Warm, spiced,Playful, bright,Soft, romantic,Berry Cool.joyful. Corals and PAIR WITH PINKS OR refined. Fresh yet Bold, glamorous,sophisticated.YOURDeep, cozywarm flare redcool or dusty,fearless. PureBEST METALLICSfestive luxury.energy meetseffortlesspower, timelesscelebration.elegance.allure.SUMMERBLUEPowder Mist.Teal. Earthy,Turquoise Skies,Icy Feels.moody, oceanic. playful, radiant. PAIR WITH GREENS Soft, serene,Bold, dramatic,sparkly, effortless luxurious. IcyWarm depthAiry optimism inlight.meets calm.colour.glamour.METALLICSVintage GoldsChampagne Gold.Polished Silver. Mirror Silver.Warm, rich,Light, fresh,PAIR MORE METALLICS Cool, modern, Bold, icy, sleek.radiant. Earth’s luminous. SunlitFuturisticeffortless.shimmer.sparkle meetselegance withRefined shinesoftness.for balmy nights. edge.

3 · Fashion and Colour Meet

Wardrobe Edit — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

WARDROBE EDITFOUNDATION PIECES THAT MAKE EVERY OUTFIT FEELCHIC, TIMELESS, AND EFFORTLESS.Your guide to the must-have wardrobe heroes you need in your life, whetheryou’re dressing up or keeping it casual.YOUR TOP THREE ITEMSFOR SUMMER#enjoyThe Floaty MaxiDressRomantic. Free. Effortless.The Floaty Maxi DressRomantic. Free. Effortless.It’s the dress that moves with thewind. It is light, feminine, and fullof ease. The floaty maxi is madefor long lunches, late sunsets,balmy evenings under the stars,and every moment you decide totake up space softly. It’s fluid, notfussy. Elegant, but easy. It doesn’tneed to shout, it simply glows.Its movement gives life to still air,and its silhouette flatters everystride. This is for the season youfinally exhale. The one where youchoose comfort, confidence, andcalm beauty all at once.“She floats throughHow to Wear It:summer not rushing, notSlip on metallic sandals or woven slides.proving, just being.”Add a waist-tie or belt to shape it up, orleave it loose and let it billow.Perfect if you love to dress:Stack gold bracelets, grab a raffia clutch,Feminine Chicand step into the kind of summer that feelsRomanticlike freedom.FloralsThis dress does all the talking.Elegant

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The Tailored or Relaxed Smart Short — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

The Tailored or Relaxed Smart Short.Strong. Sleek. Liberated.Classic summer vibes redefined.Confident enough to command aroom, relaxed enough to sipcocktails by the pool or brunchcatch-ups with the girls.The tailored short or a relaxedsmart short is your modernuniform for warm days and boldmoves. The cut is structured buteasy, giving you freedom withoutlosing polish. It’s sophisticationstripped of stiffness and areminder that power can lookeffortless.The lines can lengthen, and everydetail says: I’m comfortable in myskin. Still sharp, but far more fun.How to Wear It:Go monochrome for instant impact.Pair the shorts with a crisp whitetank or bralette, layer the blazerwhen the evening cools. Addstatement hoops, tousled hair, anda low sandal. For a bold twist,throw on sleek sneakers or metallicheels.This is summer confidence, tailoredto you.Perfect if you love to dress:BoldModernBe bold enough to be seen.”Minimalistic— Coco ChanelCreative

5 · The Tailored or Relaxed Smart Short

The Crochet Top — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

Crochet TopTextured. Lived-In. Luxe.This isn’t the crochet of the past,it’s refined, confident, andendlessly versatile. The statementcrochet top is the piece thatdefines modern summer dressing.Light enough to breathe, boldenough to stand alone. It carriesthat handmade soul but with asleek, editorial edge, the balanceof softness and strength.It’s the kind of top that tells astory without a single word. Eachstitch feels intentional, eachdetail a quiet nod tocraftsmanship and individuality.It’s art you can wear relaxed,tactile, and beautifully undone inall the right ways.It works for golden-hour dinners,market mornings, or a coastalescape. It’s easy, sexy, and a littlenostalgic but entirely now.How to Wear It:Pair with high-waisted shorts or aflowing maxi skirt. Add hoop earringsand sun-touched skin highlighter onthe cheeks.For night, slip it over a silk bralettePerfect if you love to dress: with tailored pants and strappy heels.This is texture with purpose, theBohoessence of effortless cool.WhimsicalFeminine CharmCreative Soul"Wear what setsyour soul alight.”

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THE POWER OF COLOURYELLOWJoy. Light. Awakening.Joy and Optimism: Yellow lifts the mood andreflects sunshine, laughter, and possibility.Clarity and Creativity: It sparks mentalenergy, fresh ideas, and focused vision.Warmth and Connection: A colour offriendship and openness, yellow makesspaces feel inviting.Confidence and Self-Expression: Yellowencourages visibility, authenticity, and self-belief.Balance: In the right tone, yellow energiseswithout overwhelming, restoring emotionalharmony.Wearing Yellow by SeasonAutumn - warm, rich, earthyWinter - cool, bold, strikingHome Base: Sunflower hues are Autumn’sHome Base: Soft, icy butter is Winter’s herohero shade.shade.Golden, glowing, and full of warmth, this isChic, unexpected, and sophisticated, yellowyellow at its most grounded.in its most polished form.Wear: knits, linen dresses, and soft tailoring.Wear: blazers, structured dresses, minimalistPair: olive, camel, rust, or forest green.silhouettes.Accessories: tan leather, gold or brassPair: black, charcoal, navy, or icy grey.jewellery.Accessories: silver, crystal, or patent finishes.Makeup: amber eyeshadow, warm nude orMakeup: matte red lips, dramatic lashes,terracotta lipstick.clean skin.Spring - warm, bright, playfulSummer - cool, soft, elegantHome Base: Sunshine yellow is Spring’s heroHome Base: Lemon yellow is Summer’s heroshade.shade.Joyful, energetic, and fresh. This is optimism in Light, refined, and quietly radiant, softcolour form.elegance made wearable.Wear: floaty blouses, silk skirts, playful co-ords. Wear: linen sets, draped dresses, crisp shirts.Pair: cream, aqua, coral, or peach.Pair: powder blue, silver, white, or dove grey.Accessories: gold hoops, woven textures, nudeAccessories: silver jewellery, straw clutch,heels.pearl details.Makeup: coral blush, peach gloss, goldenMakeup: rose blush, pink-nude lips, luminoushighlight.skin.

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Pattern and Prints — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

PATTERN AND PRINTSWhat is Hot this Season!1. THE MAGIC OF COLOURSThink clashing hues, layered prints, andunapologetic energy. From tropical abstracts toartistic brushstrokes, these saturated statementsare dominating both runways and resort wear.Why it’s essential: It is a joyful explosion of colour.These prints reflect optimism, confidence, and thefreedom to play. Perfectly timed for a summer ofvibrant moods.Style tip: Don’t shy away from bold colour. Try amixed-print dress or wide-leg pants in saturatedmixed colours. Balanced the print with minimalaccessories - gold/silver.2. ANIMAL PRINT.Wild has gone refined. Animal print steps intoneutral-territory with quiet authority.Why it’s essential: Animal prints (leopard, zebra,even cowhide) are actively being embraced asneutrals, a versatile base pattern, not just boldaccents. The print becomes a refined tool fortexture and edge within a high-end aesthetic.Style tip: Wear a softly toned leopard-print sheerblouse, or a floaty maxi dress. Don’t forget theanimal print swimwear, nothing says sophisticationmore - pair with a wide lens sunglasses.3. GINGHAM & MODERN CHECKSThis ‘picnic classic’ gets a luxury reboot.Checks sharpened, neutralised and elevated.Why it’s essential: Checks bring structure andpattern without overwhelming. Checks transcendseasons and can shift easily between casual anddressy. They create texture and rhythm.Style tip: Try linen fabrics in soft, relaxed, femininetees and skirts, for a soft and breezy feel. If brave,mix checks with stripes, or bold floral prints forcontrast and creative energy - a strappy oversizedmaxi dress with a silky botanical scarf around yourhair.

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White Luxury — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

WHITE LUXURYPOWERIt’s an energy. It says clarity, confidence, and calmcontrol. The kind of style that feels like fresh sheets,salt air, and new beginnings.How to Wear ItThere’s something quietly captivating about theHead-to-Toe Monochrome:woman who wears white and makes it lookGo all white. It’s striking, minimal,effortless.and always looks expensive. AddWhere fashion leans toward ease,texture through fabrics like linen,sophistication, and light, white is the ultimatesilk, satin, or cotton.luxury. It’s serene, sensual, and softly powerfulTailored Layers: White blazer overall at once. White doesn’t shout; it glows.white tank, paired with ecruWhy It Workstrousers or a skirt. The trick is toneWhite has range. It can be structured or fluid,variation, not contrast.crisp or romantic, masculine or divine. It bringsLace, Broderie & Sheer Moments:space to the outfit and to the woman wearingFeminine details soften the cleanit.Whether it’s a linen shirt with lived-in sleeves, a palette. Perfect for long lunches orsummer evenings.bias-cut satin slip, or tailored ivory trousers,With Gold, Silver, Black, or Tanwhite signals quiet refinement. It also reflectsAccents:the light, literally and emotionally, making it aA leather sandal, woven bag, ornatural canvas for gold jewellery, bronzed skin,chunky gold earring turnsand effortless summer hair.simplicity into statement.Wearing white is an act of confidence. It saysThe Everyday Edit:you’re not afraid of a little attention or a littleA white tee tucked into vintagerisk.denim or a linen short is casual butIt’s for the woman who trusts her presence toimpossibly chic.do the talking.It’s timeless. It’s feminine.

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Accessories — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

POP OF COLOURAAA ccc ccc eee sss sss ooo rrr iii eee sssColour, Pearls & PlayThis summer, it’s all about the pop! A whisperof boldness that feels effortless, sunlit, andjoyfully unplanned.Think classic pearl necklacesreimagined with tiny gemstones in betweencoral pinks, turquoise blues, seafoam greens,and honey citrines catching the light likeconfetti.It’s playful, chic, and has that Greece-in-summer energy: relaxed elegance,bronzed skin, linen dresses,and golden hour by the sea.Why It WorksColourful gem pearls strike the perfectbalance between refinement andspontaneity. They bring freshness to timelessjewellery, proving that elegance doesn’thave to be serious.Each gemstone feels like a tiny mood ofjoyful, creative, free-spirited. And becausethe base is classic white pearl, the looknever tips into too much. It’s modernfemininity at its best, radiant, not reckless.How to StyleWith White Linen: The contrast of bright gems againstpure white makes every shade glow.Layered with Gold Chains: Add warmth and texturefor that “collected on holiday” vibe.Over Swimwear or a Slip Dress: Channel relaxedRiviera glamour. Effortless, undone, but luxe.Stack It: Mix pearl bracelets with colourful beads orwear mismatched earrings. Balance tradition with fun.Day to Night: It’s just as at home at a beach café asit is at sunset drinks.A little more light, a littlemore fun, a little more you.

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In the Mix — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

IN THE MIX- TOKEN PIECESWoven Leather or Raffia BagsThis season’s bag story is all abouttextureand craftsmanship.Move beyond basic totes. WovenHANDBAGSleatheror high-quality raffia styles bringwarmth, luxury, and a resort feel toeveryday looks. They’re perfect withlinen dresses, eveningBBQ maxi dresses, or relaxing bythe pool.Bold Statement JewelleryOversized cuffs, sculptural jewelleryand chunky bangles made of resin,wood or ceramic are key right now.JEWELLERYThey elevate minimalist summeroutfits with ease. These pieces arethe final flourish that says Vogue-level elegance.Tinted Lenses + Retro SunglassesSummer sun needs serious style.2025’s eyewear is all about colour.Coloured lenses, retro shapes, andSUNGLASSESbold frames. These sunglasses arepart accessory, part mood. Pair withsoft fabrics and you’re instantlyelevated.

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POINT.THIS SHOETHESE AREN’T AFTERTHOUGHTS - THEY’RE FOCAL POINTSSummer style always starts from the ground up.The right shoe doesn’t just finish your outfit, itsets the entire mood. This season, we’restepping into silhouettes that are sleek,,sculptural, and made for sunshine — pieces thatcarry you from slow mornings to goldenevenings with ease and elegance.Let’s talk about the shoesdefining Summer 2025.TOP 3 SUMMER SHOE STYLESTO WEAR NOW:1. Transparent & Jelly SandalsClear straps, see-through soles, and playfulsilhouettes are taking centre stage this season.Imagine airy sandals that let your pedicure shinethrough and feel like part of the outfit rather thanhiding beneath it. Wear them with a sun-washeddress or linen trousers for that “I’m holiday-ready”energy.Style Tip: Keep colours soft and skin-matching. Letthe transparency do the talking.2. Retro Low-Profile SneakersComfort meets cool. Retro trainers — think vintagesilhouettes and subtle styling — are a major winner.Slip into low-profile sneakers with tailored shorts ora slip skirt. They carry you through sunny dayswithout losing elegance.Style Tip: Match with minimalist accessories so theshoes stay effortless, not overworked.3. Sculptural Wedges & Architectural SandalsElevated yet wearable — this is the shoe that lifts anoutfit while keeping it grounded. Wide leatherstraps, chunky yet balanced heels, and forms thatlook like wearable art. Pair with wide-leg linen or afluid dress.Style Tip: Let the shoe become the statement piece.Keep your outfit clean and let structure do the work.

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Would You Dare? — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

WOULD YOU DARE?"STUCK IN A STYLE RUT? HERE’S YOUR SEASONAL REFRESH TO BRING FUN,ENERGY, AND CONFIDENCE BACK INTO YOUR WARDROBE."Let’s shake things up and bring new energy intoHOW TO PULL ITyour wardrobe.OFF - WEAR ITStyle isn’t about rules, it’s about how you feelLIKE YOU JUSTwhen you walk out the door.DON’T CARE!WEAR IT LIKEYOU MEAN IT!LOOK 1Vibrant Bright Colours inStatement Silhouettes.Summer 2025 is all about colour with attitude.Trends spotlight bold hues, and silhouettesthat demand presence. Let’s get colourful!LOOK 2Sheer Layers & Tulle DramaThis season says yes to transparency, floatyfabrics, and drama in soft form. Designers senttulle, organza, and sheer overlays down therunways for Spring/Summer 2025.LOOK 3Summer Hair Accessories 2025.This season is all about playful,feminine energy. Think silkyscarves, cute clips, and funscrunchies.Lightweight, colourful, andeffortless, they turn simplehairstyles into chic momentsand add instant personality toevery summer look.

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Makeup Looks — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

MAKEUP LOOKSSUMMER BEAUTY IS ALLABOUT BEING - PLAYFUL. POLISHED. POWERFUL.SUN-KISSED GLOW:ELECTRIC ACCENTSThe Gloss Take: This summer, pick your vibe!Warm radiance or electric colour, lean into it withconfidence. Both trends deliver one thing: makeupthat moves with you, not against you.“Neon Lashes & Aquamarine Eyes”“Toasty Glam”Colour is back and bright. SummerThis season, glowy skin gets elevated2025 is about fun, vivid accents thatwith warmth, pink balmy flushes, andpop against otherwise minimalsophistication. The “toasty glam”makeup.trend celebrates sun-drenchedWhy it works:radiance.With the climate lightening up, boldWhy it works:colour gives your look energy. It’sIt’s the perfect match for warm-playful, modern and makes aweather days. Your skin looksstatement without full face drama.luminous but natural, not shiny orHow to wear it:heavy. The effect is effortlessApply a cream or powder aquaconfidence.shadow all over the lid, or use anHow to wear it:eyeliner to line the outer edges ofStart with a lightweight base, thenyour eyes for a neon accent. Coatwarm up your cheeks, lids and lips inyour lashes in neon pink or tealtonal hues like copper, rust, naturalmascara. Pair with a sheer base andpink, dewy rose, or bronze.nude lips so the colour steals theFinish with a clear gloss on the lipsspotlight.and soft, feathery brows.Colour is a vibe, instantly shiftingThink bronzy or pink sunsetyour energy. Bold, bright, or soft, ittones, melted textures and atells a story before you even say aseamless blur across the face.word.

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Hair Trend — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

HAIR TRENDTHE "BUTTERFLY CUT"LAYERS AND FLOWING MOVEMENTCapture summer’s easy-breezy energy: hairthat moves with the wind, with softness,volume and shape but stays light, not heavy.Great for beach days, warm nights, orspontaneous road trips.The Butterfly cut is all about airy layers, softface-framing pieces up front and longer,flowing lengths at the back creatingmovement, dimension and effortless summerglow.THE TEXTURED"RIVIERA" BOB / WAVY BOBShorter, breezy, and sophisticated chic.The Riviera bob - a slightly tousled, texturedbob is summer’s answer to heavy hair.It’s light, easy to manage, and perfect for hotweather. The soft waves and movement givea relaxed, beach-ready vibe while stilllooking polished - ideal whether you’re at abrunch, beach, or summer party.Embrace your natural texture.

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Amazing Women — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

SKIN CARETHE 2 MUST-DO’S1AT HOME: DAILY VITAMIN C + SPF DUOWhy it works:Bright, protected, glowing. Your skin needs antioxidantdefense in summer.A daily Vitamin C serum boosts radiance and shieldsagainst pigmentation, while SPF keeps your skin even,youthful, and safe. It’s the easiest but most powerful ritualyou can do yourself, every single morning.2IN-CLINIC: THE LIP FLIPWhy it works:A subtle beauty tweak with major payoff.A lip flip softens fine lines around the mouth and gentlyrolls the upper lip upward for a more youthful, fullershape without adding volume. It’s quick, natural, and theperfect summer refresh from your trusted skinpractitioner.LOOK FRESH. FEEL CONFIDENT.GLOW ALL SEASON.

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CoffeeANDCONVERSATIONSTIME WITH YOULET’S TALK ABOUT ITConversation starterwith yourself:"When It's Time to StepBack?”Removing negative people fromyour world is one of the mostpowerful acts of self-respect youcan make. And yet, it’s also one ofthe hardest. We’re wired to holdon, to give chances, to hopepeople will rise into the versionwe see for them. But sometimesthe kindest thing you can do forIs it the guilt?yourself is to step back.The fear they’ll be upset?The discomfort of putting yourself first?Worry about who you’ll be without them?Because the truth is, letting someone go doesn’t mean you’re cruel. It means you’rechoosing peace, growth, and space for people who actually support your joy.Reduce Access, Quietly and Consistently Hold Boundaries Without ApologyYou don’t have to make an announcement. If someone drains you, disrespects you, orYou simply stop giving them front-row brings chaos, your boundary is the line thataccess to your life.saves you.Reply slower. Share less. Stop feeding the It is ok to simply say:dynamic. Limit the conversations. Protect I need some space right now.your emotional space and peace.No explanations or justifications.I am sorry you feel that way.Boundaries are not walls, they’re doorsand you choose who gets through.THIS SEASON’S COFFEE MOOD:ICED MOCHA WITH SEA SALTReplace Their Voice With Better OnesVANILLA COLD BREWWhen you let someone go, you create aPEACH ICED TEAspace, fill it with people or activities that:AN AFFOGATO MOMENT.Lift your energy, not drain it.Conversations that expand you andICED CARAMEL SHAKENbring you joy.ESPRESSOTry routines that strengthen and enrich.When your life is full of light, the darknessnaturally fades out.Book Recommendation: Let Them by Mel RobbinsSupport Hotlines (Australia):Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24/7, crisis support)Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 (anxiety, depression, emotional distress)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 (family and domestic violence support)These services are free and confidential.

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This Story — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

AMAZING WOMENMeet Victoria.VICTORIA CARRIES A QUIET STRENGTHAND UNFORGETTABLE PRESENCE. SHETHISSTORYLEADS WITH HEART, CHOOSESCOURAGE, AND LIFTS OTHERS SIMPLYBY BEING HERSELF.SHE REMINDS WOMEN TO EMBRACEFASHION THEIR WAY, WITH ELEGANCE,JOY, FUN, AND CONFIDENCE.IN HER OWN WORDS.TRUE INSPIRATION AND BEAUTY.WRITTEN BY VICTORIAHey everyone, I’m Victoria. I live in Auckland,New Zealand, with my husband David and my10-year-old daughter Isabella. I'm luckyenough to be married to an Australian and weoften travel back to his hometown ofMelbourne. You cannot beat Melbourneshopping! Australian designers are myweakness.I’ve loved fashion as long as I can remember.Both my Mum and my Grandmother wereexpert sewers, and my Mum passed those skillson to me when I was a little girl. I was alwaysmaking clothes for my dolls and setting up“fashion shops” in my bedroom.I studied fashion design at University, and afterworking in costume design in the film industryboth in NZ and the UK for a few years, I wentinto buying. I worked as a buyer for over 20years and I've worked for most of the largewomenswear brands here and in Australia.After my daughter was born I took a breakfrom the industry as the job involved extensiveoverseas travel and I didn’t want to be awayfrom my little family.“JUST WEARI started my Tik Tok feed as a way to reconnect backWHATwith the fashion world without the pressure of myprevious job. I love sharing my daily outfits - noMAKES YOUspecial filters, no fancy editing, just me and myclothes and a bit of chat! I love connecting withHAPPY.”people and have made some genuine friends on theplatform. I suffered from mild postpartum depression,and it feels great to have my mojo back and to takethe time for me and wearing what makes me feelgreat.The most important thing I would share with otherwomen is that I wish it hadn’t taken me until my 40s toaccept my body for what it is and to just wear whatmakes you happy. Don’t worry about getting your legsor arms out. No one else cares except you – we areour own worst critics. I would also like to let the mumswho are deep in the trenches know that it gets easier,even when it feels like it never will! You are doing agreat job.Click Here to find and follow Victoria on TikTok - You will love her!

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Amazing Women cont. — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

AMAZING WOMEN CONT.ADD SOME GLOSS: VICTORIA’S CURATED FAVOURITESVACATION VIBESFAVOURITE COLOUR: BLUE.FAVOURITE SEASON: SUMMER.FAVOURITE PIECE OF“AUSTRALIANCLOTHING/ACCESSORY: SHOES, ALWAYSSHOES!DESIGNERS AREFAVE SONG ATM: FATE OF OPHELIA BYTAYLOR SWIFT BECAUSE MY DAUGHTER ISMY WEAKNESS.”ALWAYS BLASTING IT IN THE CAR ON THEWAY TO SCHOOL.FAVOURITE SCENT: GYPSY WATER BY BYREDO.FAVE HOLIDAY DESTINATION: AT THE MOMENTI AM LOVING OUR FAMILY HOLIDAYS INNOOSA.VICTORIA’S FAMILYHIT PLAY!REALRREEAALLGORGEOUSGGOORRGGEEOOUUSSINSPIRINGIINNSSPPIIRRIINNGGFASHIONISTAFFAASSHHIIOONNIISSTTAAFAVE SHADE OF LIPSTICK: MORPHE DRIPGLASSIN SHADE SHATTERPROOF MAUVE.WHERE WE WOULD FIND YOU ON A SATURDAYNIGHT: I'M VERY SOCIAL, THAT'S HOW IRECHARGE AND LOVE GOING OUT FOR DINNER,EITHER AT A LOCAL FAMILY RESTAURANT, DATENIGHT WITH DAVID SOMEWHERE SPECIAL OROUT WITH THE GIRLS.FAVOURITE INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE: “DON'T PUTOFF TO TOMORROW WHAT YOU CAN DOTODAY.”WE ADORE YOUVICTORIALOVE THE GLOSS

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She Still Speaks — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

SHE STILL SPEAKS“UnforgettableWomen”Iris Apfel: The Woman Who Made Colour a LegacyIris Apfel wasn’t just a style icon - she was arevolution wrapped in beads, bangles, andunapologetic colour. A self-described “geriatricstarlet,” she reminded the world that fashion issupposed to be fun, expressive, and deeplypersonal at every age. Born in 1921, Iris spent herlife as an interior designer, textile expert,businesswoman, and later, a global fashion muse.She didn’t simply wear clothes; she curatedworlds with them.What made Iris unforgettable wasn’t heroversized glasses or her layered necklaces, it washer fearlessness. She walked through liferefusing to dim her personality, proving thatconfidence is the most stylish accessory anywoman can own. Today, her influence iseverywhere. Women look to her as a reminderthat colour is permission, play is power, and styleis supposed to set you free.Colours are what truly make a womanunforgettable.How Iris Inspires Us TodayIris’s magic lives in the way she urged women tostep out of the beige and into their brilliance.She taught us that colour brings life to ourwardrobe and courage to our spirit. When wedress boldly - when we reach for the fuchsia, theemerald, the cobalt, the electric orange - wearen’t just choosing clothes, we’re choosing tobe seen.In a world that often tells women to shrink, IrisIMAGES SOURCED VIA PINTEREST(ORIGINAL PHOTOGRAPHER UNKNOWN /taught us to expand.ARCHIVAL PUBLIC DOMAINTo adorn ourselves joyfully.REPRODUCTION)To make fashion a celebration, not aperformance.And most importantly, to not be afraid of colourPICRYL / PD COLLECTIONbecause colour is confidence.

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Friendship — Gloss Note — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

FRIENDSHIP GLOSS NOTETHE ART OF FRIENDSHIP:Championing Your Friends and Lifting Each Other Highter.There is something deeply powerful about women who champion other women.It’s generous. It’s beautiful. And it transforms friendships into something bigger thanshared moments, it turns them into a force.Supporting your friends isn’t about comparison or competition, it’s about believing thather rise makes the world better, not smaller. When we choose to cheer instead ofcompare, we all grow.Celebrating your friends teaches your heart abundance. It shifts your mindset fromscarcity to strength. It breaks the lie that only one woman can shine at a time. Whenwe champion one another, we create a circle of women who feel safe, seen,encouraged, and unstoppable. And honestly, that’s the kind of energy that changeslives.4 WAYS TO CHAMPION YOUR FRIEND.1.Celebrate Her Wins Out LoudSend the message. Make the call. Share the post. Show her that what mattersto her matters to you. A woman’s confidence grows when the people aroundher reflect her brilliance back to her.2. Support Her Dreams, Not Just Her MomentsAsk about her goals. Remember them. Check in. Hold vision with herwhen she forgets it. Sometimes, the smallest “I believe in you” is thething that keeps her going.3.Cheer Without ComparisonResist the urge to turn her success into a mirror for your owninsecurities. Her lane is hers. Yours is yours. There is room, truly,for everyone to win.4. Show Up in Action, Not Just WordsBe the friend who shows up to the event, buys the first product,proofreads the resume, or watches the kids when she has abig moment. Advocacy is love with its sleeves rolled up.Final Thought:Championing your friends is choosing connection.When you lift the women around you, you rise too.Stronger, brighter, and backed by amazing sisters - wherewe see each other and all things are possible. Imagine!

22 · Friendship — Gloss Note

Local, Global, Near, Close — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

WHEN WOMENMOVETHE WORLD SHIFTSThere is something unstoppable about women who choose to risetogether. When one woman takes action, she plants a seed. But when weact collectively, we create a garden that cannot be ignored. Supportingone another isn’t just kindness - it’s power. It’s the ripple that becomes awave, the whisper that becomes a movement.Every time we give, show up, or stand alongside another woman, we helprewrite the story of what leadership, compassion, and strength look like.We prove that change doesn’t only come from grand stages or loudvoices. It comes from everyday women who dare to use their influence,their resources, their time and their hearts.THAT’S HOW WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE. THAT’S HOW WE CHANGE THE WORLD.THEIR MISSION:THE FREDHOLLOWSEVERY DONATION HELPSTRANSFORM LIVES BY GIVINGFOUNDATIONPEOPLE BACK THE SIMPLE POWEROF CLEAR VISION.The Fred Hollows Foundation workstirelessly to end avoidable blindnessworldwide. Restoring sight, trainingeye-care workers, and advocatingfor fair eye health for all.TO SUPPORTSUPPORTCARELOCALNEARGLOBALCLOSE FARLOVEPARTNERSHIP

23 · Local, Global, Near, Close

Loving Life — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

LOVINGRECIPE OF THELIFESEASONKEEP IT SIMPLE WITH FRUIT !Mango cheeks are nature’s perfect snack,juicy, sweet, and bursting with sunshine.Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, theyboost immunity, hydrate the body, andsatisfy sugar cravings naturally.Add to salads, smoothies, cheesecake, orsimply a dollop of fresh whipped cream.Recipe: Sweet drizzel: Slice chilledmango cheeks, drizzle lightly with honeyor maple syrup, then finish with torn mintor basil and a squeeze of lime. It’s fresh,glossy, and the easiest little dessert orplatter hero. 🍋🌿DECORATION OFTHE SEASONThe Summer Bowl. One of the easiestSummer 2025 décor trends is styling openbowls of seasonal fruit as living artwork.Think lemons, limes, peaches, or mangoes ina beautiful ceramic or glass bowl. It bringscolour, scent, texture, and life into yourspace with zero effort. Fresh, functional,and uplifting.Adds instant colour and freshness.No styling skill required.Doubles as healthy grab-and-go snacking.Brings that effortless European summer feelindoors.SONG OF THESEASONWe love all of Hollow Coves’ BalmySummer tunes but Coastline offers usSummer dreaming.Breezy, laid-back indie-folk feel. Thinkroad-trip windows down, beach sunsets,and easy afternoons.Think balmy summer evening breezesgracing your open windows as you standbarefoot enjoying the air in your space.The melody and guitar evoke freedom andlightness, making it perfect for sunny daysor relaxed summer moments.COASTLINE - HOLLOW COVESHit link to play

24 · Loving Life

Books, Activity and Indulgence of the Season — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

BOOKS TO READHow to Win Friends and Influence Peopleby Dale CarnegieThis timeless classic is a master class inhuman connection. As we step into a newyear, this timeless classic is the ultimateguide to better communication, deeperconnections, and leading with kindness.Simple principles, powerful results in life,love, and work.Why read it now? A new season calls fornew energy, better conversations,stronger friendships, and leadership thatleads with heart. Discover it for yourself.ACTIVITY OF THESEASONHost a BBQ!Nothing is more Australian or moreSummer! A long, relaxed BBQ with thepeople you love.Good food on the grill, cold drinks inhand, music playing softly, kids runningbarefoot and conversations stretchinginto golden hour. It’s simple, joyful, andpure connection.Do it your way and make it magical!INDULDGENCE OFTHE SEASONHair Mask RitualSun, salt, and heat are beautiful, but theydry your hair. A weekly hair mask is yoursecret to keeping it glossy, soft, and luxe allseason long. Think of it as skincare for yourhair.Make it a moment, not a task. Apply yourmask, wrap your hair in a warm towel, lighta candle, sip something cool, and slow yourbreath. This is meditation. You’re nourishingyour hair and your nervous system at thesame time.Healthy hair, calm mind, summer glow.

25 · Books, Activity and Indulgence of the Season

MOVE A greatway to startmoving!MADE FOR MOVEMENTBAREFOOT BOWLING - ONE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILYBarefoot bowls is exactly what it sounds like, rolling a bowl across thegreen with your shoes off, feeling the grass under your feet, the sun on yourskin, and laughter in the air.It’s relaxed, simple, and beautifully human. No pressure to perform. Justmovement, connection, and presence.Social, gentle, joyful, and connected to nature. It reminds us that our bodies weremade to move, yes, but also to laugh, to connect, and to feel the ground beneath ourfeet.Barefoot bowls encourages gentle movement without strain. Itimproves balance, coordination, and flexibility while keeping thebody active in a low-impact way. Walking barefoot alsostimulates the nervous system, supports posture, and helpsreconnect you with your natural rhythm. It’s exercise without theintimidation.It boosts flexibility & posture and keeps your body moving freelyand standing tall. This is where the magic really lives.Barefoot bowls is movement wrapped in conversation. It’sfriends catching up between turns, easy competition, sharedlaughter, and that feeling of belonging that only comes frombeing together in the open air. It’s fitness that feels like fun, nota chore.SELF-CARE = LOVING YOUDon't forget your daily 10/10/1010 push ups - floor or wall.Always consult your10 squatshealth practitioner if you10 bicep curlsare unsure where to startBuild up slowly to buildor how this will impactyour muscles.your current health.Repeat as required.

26 · Move

Take What You Need — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

LIVELiving isn’t just about existing,it’s about choosing presence. It’s about showing upinside your own life, feeling deeply, daring fully, andallowing yourself to be awake to every moment, even themessy ones.DEFINITION:• TO BE ALIVE IN FULL AWARENESS, NOT ON AUTOPILOT.• TO ENGAGE WITH LIFE THROUGH COURAGE, CURIOSITY,AND CHOICE.• TO EXPERIENCE WITH INTENTION, RATHER THAN SIMPLYPASS THROUGH TIME.“LIFE IS EITHER A DARINGADVENTURE OR NOTHING AT ALL.”-HELEN KELLER“DON’T WAIT. THE TIME WILL NEVER BE JUST RIGHT.”-NAPOLEON HILL“LIVE QUIETLY IN YOUR OWN TRUTH,THAT’S WHERE THE MAGIC IS.”-THE GLOSS“YOU ONLY LIVE ONCE, BUT IF YOU DO ITRIGHT, ONCE IS ENOUGH.”-MAE WESTTake what you need:Living as PresenceTo live is to be where your feet are. It is putting the phone down, taking a fullbreath, tasting your coffee, feeling the sun on your skin. Presence turnsordinary moments into sacred ones.Living as CourageLiving asks you to take risks, to love, to speak, to begin again. Courage isn’tloud. It’s the quiet decision to show up even when you’re unsure. A full life isbuilt on brave small choices made daily.Living as GrowthYou aren’t meant to stay the same. Living means evolving, shedding oldlayers, outgrowing rooms that once felt like home. Growth is not failure. It isproof you are alive and listening to your inner pull.Living as JoyJoy is not something to save for “one day.” It exists in laughter, creativity,deep conversation, movement, music, and rest. To live fully is to let joy be adaily practice, not a distant reward.

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The Final Touch — The Style Edit, Summer 2025

THE FINAL TOUCHFrom ElizabethAs we close this Summer issue, I want you to pause for just a moment and breathein the warmth of the season. Summer has a way of softening us and strengtheningus at the same time. And I see you — not just the woman who holds everythingtogether, but the woman underneath it all. The one who longs for freedom, forcolour, for connection, for movement, and for joy that feels alive in her bones.Inside this Summer edition of The Gloss, we’ve wandered through sunshine andself-love. We’ve played with bold colour – pinks, butter yellows, terracotta andsoft greens. We’ve explored beauty in glowing skin, sun-touched blush, sparklinggloss, summer hair, and rituals that nourish you from the outside in. We’ve talkedabout movement, stretching, barefoot bowls, walking with your dog, andremembering that your body was made to move gently and joyfully.We’ve celebrated friendships, championing one another’s dreams, makingspace for new connections, and protecting our peace by letting go of what nolonger lifts us. We’ve shared coffee moments, picnic blankets, cocktail hourswith the girls, summer books, music that feels like sunshine, indulgence withoutguilt, and simple pleasures that make life feel rich. We’ve honouredextraordinary women, past and present, whose lives remind us what grace,courage, individuality, and kindness truly look like.So here’s my final note to you this Summer: live gently, love boldly, wear thecolour, take the walk, send the message, book the trip, light the candle, anddrink the cocktail with the people who make you feel like yourself again. Letthis season meet you exactly where you are and remind you of who you’vealways been.#youarebeautiful

28 · The Final Touch

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