By Charlotte Men

By Charlotte necklace on model Tom Farrelly | Photo by Robert Reed I'm loving this By Charlotte necklace! Featuring the signature lotus motif brushed silver pendant, this beautiful piece is coupled with an engraved wood buddha which adds to the beauty of this necklace .  Worn by the wonderful Sydney based model, Tom Farrelly, this is ...

Tom Farrelly & David Jones

[brightcove vid=3709214223001&exp3=3680665367001&surl=http://c.brightcove.com/services&pubid=2376984109001&pk=AQ~~,AAACKW9LH8k~,A7HfECo5t7CatyA-8fEJ4LzBn7uU7ewe&w=640&h=360] It was such a delight to see Sydney model Tom Farrelly working with David Jones, following in the footsteps of his father who modelled for them when he was younger.  See more in the video above.  I featured Tom in a story earlier in the year "Model to Watch: Tom Farrelly" and predicted he ...

Polo by the Sea with Vicomte A.

Polo by the Sea with Vicomte A. What a fun day it was at Polo by the Sea here on the Gold Coast today.  Sponsor, Vicomte A. extended an invitation to me and my partner Jacques to be their guests at the event which was a great opportunity to see the sport up close and meet ...

Triumph & Disaster in Australia

Triumph & Disaster Last week, Triumph & Disaster hosted their official Australian launch in Melbourne. Held at Captains of Industry, the night was a great success.  Guests were treated to a hand wash with the 'Shearers Soap' from Triumph & Disaster upon arrival, followed by a glass of 'bootleg liquor' to set the mood. A ...

Best of the Gold Coast: Moelleux

moelleux in Coolangatta on the Gold Coast   People are always asking me they can shop for menswear on the Gold Coast and I am happy to say there is one new store to add to the list.  Moelleux has opened in Coolangatta, a wonderful addition to the southern end of the coast and stepping up to become ...

Sunglass Hut Pop-Up Container at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Weekend

Sunglass Hut Pop-Up Container Store open during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Weekend 2014 SUNGLASS HUT INVITES YOU TO THEIR POP-UP CONTAINER STORE - OPEN DURING MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEKEND 2014. As Australia’s fashion designers present their new season’s collections during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Weekend Australia 2014, Sunglass Hut is hosting a pop-up container store on site and open to the public this weekend. During ...

7 Ways to Wear Hardy Amies

Eros: single-breasted ink grosgrain lapel jacket with black silk bow tie, black stripe cotton chambray scarf and white cotton-poplin bibbed evening shirt Back in January I featured the campaign for Spring Summer 2014 from Hardy Amies.  The collection is a strong one, with so many pieces that carry across to suit the Australian climate even ...

Marina Mirage Best of British Automotive Show

Aston Martin V12 Vantage S One of my favourite places on the Gold Coast, Marina Mirage, has teamed up with the Sunshine Group to bring us a fantastic event, the "Best of British" luxury and sports automobiles festival.  It is happening this Friday 11 April until Sunday 13 April. What cars will you see at the ...

George Raftopoulos at the Hellenic Museum, Melbourne

George Raftopoulos | Gatherer of Sorts (2014)165cm x 190cm | Oil on Canvas Event alert for Melbourne readers!  Remember my story and interview with the fabulous Artist George Raftopoulos?  George is showing at The Hellenic Museum in William Street and has a special event on Sunday afternoon with fellow Artist, Michelle Mantsio.  Details below. Hour with the Artists: George ...

Envision Optical: Men’s Style on the Gold Coast

l.a.Eyeworks "Cairo" styled in Risbel magazine (Spain) | Photo: Alain Egues | Styling: Hercules Terres Living on the Gold Coast of Australia, people often associate it with surf, beaches and a laid back relaxed lifestyle.  That definitely is a big part of it but the beauty is there is more.  A growing culture of art ...