Life & Style Blog - Myer
22 February 2012, by Rachael Ciccarelli
Image source: Watch from Fossil, Wallet from Myer, Shoes from Politix
Twain reckons clothes make the man, and some guy called William of Wykeham said manners maketh them, and while I'm loathe to disagree with a 1300s scholar or America's most beloved author, I've got to say that I believe accessories maketh men. Why? It's all in the details: a guy with great accessories is more likely to have a discerning eye - basically; it's a great taste indicator. Maybe it's more commentary on my upbringing, but a childhood surrounded by finicky dudes in Italian leather has always left me judging men by their shoes. And for guys, accessories are largely articles you can hold onto for years, so it's worth investing in something worthwhile.
Wallet
Hey Costanza, your wallet should not appear to be a pocket-sized tumour. Simplify, go for a leather bi-fold and don't carry everything you've ever owned in it unless you've got a girlfriend to carry it in her purse for you.
Watch
Every dude has heard about the importance of a nice watch or two – having written a fair bit about luxury watches in my time (heh), I can confirm that the industry is mind-boggling. Niche sports star endorsed, diamond encrusted bezels, sapphire glass faced – the choices are epic. But to boil it down, men should have at least two watches: one dress for fanciness, one casual for everyday wear. Depending on your penchant for Kanye-West style bling, a dress watch should be streamlined, slim and with an elegant, less complicated face. Your casual watch can be the crazy chunky one that tells you stuff you don't need to know, like how far you are above sealevel or whatever.
Shoes
Now, I know you've all got dress shoes – boring or not, they're probably OK. But are you still wearing trainers with your jeans? Unless you're Jerry Seinfeld, stop that! Get yourself a clean pair of canvas laceups, some boat shoes or a moccasin. Please do not wear socks with your moccasins.
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Category: Featured
Tags: Fashion, Fossil, Myer, Politix, Trends
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16 December 2011, by Rachael Ciccarelli
I'm the proud owner of both a brother and a sister (younger, more genetically blessed, you know how it is) and I must admit: they're my favourite to buy christmas presents for. I think it's the low pressure - these are people you can spend your childhood lying to and punching just to pass the time, and they have no choice but to continue to love you (or at the very least, tolerate your existence). It's like buying for friends, but lower stakes, which in turn is quite freeing – no stress? you'll probably hit the nail on the head. So, what's the worst that could happen if you buy them a bit of a dud present and both of you are acutely aware as they open it on christmas morning? They say thanks, try and use it once; you say no worries, and leave, guilt-free. Bless us, every one.
Brother
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Chambray shirt, $119.95, from Levis,
Vinturi aerator, $109.95, from Myer,
Skyrim, $78, from Game
Your too-cool hipster brother will love this denim shirt for the upcoming festival season – just add jeans and some underground artist nobody but he and his best friend have heard of. Cheap-wine-drinking brothers will love this miracle of an aerator, which turns even the most $4 dollar bottle of red into something palatable. While I know nothing about games beyond Tetris, I've been ensured by a school of reliable nerd friends that your computer/ console addicted sibling will love Skyrim.
Sister
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Alice quilt box sling bag, $29.95, from Sportsgirl,
Touche Eclat, $55, from Myer,
Low back beach dress, $99.95, from Witchery
Shiny pretties, please - and don't hold the acidy colour. Every lady will use and love the following over summer: small handbags (events, festivals); YSL touche eclat (amazing highlighting concealer perfect for her exhausted eye bags); baggy chuck on maxi dress (also available in white).
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Category: Best Buys
Tags: Fashion, Myer, Sportsgirl, Witchery
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09 December 2011, by Rachael Ciccarelli
Whether it's a new, blossoming romance and you're eager to prove how deep and creative your love is, or it's a tale as old as time where you're just trying to avoid death stares, buying presents for your significant other can prove significantly difficult. Everything else aside, expressing some form of love via gift is pretty complex - and that's essentially what a Christmas gift is. My top tips for making your loved one feel it include keeping your ears to the ground –*listen* as they inevitably drop hints about what they'd like; don't buy them a gift similar to any you've bought them recently (especially if you're in a new relationship, that sort of thing just screams "unimaginative everywhere and I mean *everywhere*"); and NEVER give cash or gift cards. Ever. EVER.
Womenfolk
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Bendon Yvette bra, $39.95, from Myer,
Stella Mini stainless steel watch in rose, $159, from Fossil,
Prada sunglasses, $400 from Sunglass Hut
Lingerie might be a bit of a classic, but it is for a reason - it's that intimate lacy thing women rarely buy for themselves. Do not go into the store and try to estimate your girlfriend's size, check in her knicker drawer first. And always err on the small side for size - nobody likes to be told they have a big butt, not even at chistmas. If your lady is a fashion fiend, she'll love a rose gold man-style watch (hottest hue, hottest style – trust me) and it's a great jewellery alternative. Otherwise? Say it with Prada.
Male-types
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Alpha jacket, $299, from Politix,
Moshi Moshi Pop Retro Phone, $49.95, from Myer,
Alessi Proust Parrot Corkscrew, $99.00, from Myer
Does your guy fancy himself a snappy dresser? He'll go all Don Draper (hopefully without the misogyny) for this retro piped blazer. Otherwise, toys. For the tech-loving nostalgia fan, how about an outrageously oversized mobile phone handset? And wine connoisseurs should have beautiful barware (and it doesn't get much more beautiful than Alessi).
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Category: Featured
Tags: Fossil, Myer, Politix
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02 December 2011, by Rachael Ciccarelli
Can you believe December is already upon us again? The year has once again run with abandon toward the finishing line, which is a sparkling Christmas tree piled high with gifts… right? Right?! Oh, sweet religious deity of your choice. OK. Don't worry people, there's still time - and I'm here to help. Over the next three weeks, I'll be supplying you with gift ideas so ingenious the pain of Christmas shopping will be forever eliminated. Or at the very least, it'll be a starting point. First up? Those people who brought you into the world. Yeah, they're responsible for you being alive. Better make it good.
Your mum
Image source:Chanel Coco Mademoiselle EDP, $234, from Myer,Amalie tote, $269.95, from Witchery,Fast, Fresh, Simple recipes by Donna Hay, $39.99, from Myer
It's hard to go wrong with Chanel. Unless, of course, it's Chanel No. 5… Hot tip: unless that classic fragrance is already something your mum wears, don't go there. Every woman has worn No. 5 at some point in her life, and most are left with the Red Door syndrome - it's a very strong fragrance, easily overdosed on and therefore responsible for a bunch of headaches. Coco Mademoiselle is still musky and mature, but it doesn't smell like the 80s. Alternately there's always handbags, which every woman wears, every day (if you're having trouble selecting think about what they usually carry, choose a slight variation); or a new cook book. Donna Hay always goes down well at our house.
Your dad
Image source:Vue BBQ tool set in aluminium, $69.95 from Myer,Bose iPod sounddock, $549, from Myer,Sony Bloggie HD pocket video camera, $249, from Myer
Dads act like they don't care, but they do. My dad, for example, is a giant wuss who secretly/ not secretly loves attention and special gifts - which he will then leave in the box for 6 months until he's ready to integrate his new comb or whatever into his life. Anyway, buy your dad a toy in line with his interests, because all men, including dads, are really just kids at heart.
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Category: Featured
Tags: Dad, Mum, Myer, Witchery
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