Fashion & Shopping

This is a safe space, meaning we’re all unabashed fashion obsessives here. As a fashion editor, I’m never not shopping in some way, whether it’s virtually window shopping my unrealistic splurge wishlist, or sifting out the best fashion sale of the moment. I’ve also caught wind of a gem that not everyone has caught on to just yet, Amazon’s fashion offering. When I’m not on the hunt for an over-the-top statement piece to accent my outfits, I’m otherwise shopping for versatile styles I can get ample amount swear out of, and if anything holds true, its that Amazon’s fashion staples always section doesn’t disappoint.

This summer, shopping for basic and staples is all about styles that feel classics, but come with a bit of flair. Think a tank top with asymmetric sleeves, or built-in layers, mush tube tops, and some of the coolest jeans on the market right now. Shop

After decades of being underrepresented in fashion, the plus-size apparel market is thriving; according to Statista, it’s worth an estimated $24 billion and growing at a rapid pace. With this explosion of demand comes more options, obviously, which means shopping for plus-size fashion is no longer confined to a handful of speciality stores or limited sections within larger department stores. Instead, everyone from retail giants like Nike to fashion-forward labels like Reformation have embraced more inclusive sizing and released freshly imagined collections that speak to a more diverse audience. The issue now is not so much a lack of options, but finding the very best places to shop for plus-size clothing in what’s become a very crowded market.

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Premium shopping app Her Black Book has added cashback rewards to its platform ahead of Australian Fashion Week, which kicks off on Monday. 

Her Black Book is the brainchild of Sali Sasi and Julie Stevanj, the sisters behind Stylerunner. The pair announced their latest entrepreneurial venture last October, and in February, raised $1.6 million in Seed funding, with ASX-listed Touch Ventures among its backers.

The app is designed to attract and engage Gen Z, Millennials and discerning women who love to shop for fashion and accessories.

Stevanja said the new cashback feature enables brands to give consumers real cash back when they make a purchase during a given promotional window. 

“We’re excited to bring cashback rewards  to the women of Australia from many of their favourite brands, including Net-A-Porter, Guess,  Estee Lauder, SSENSE, ModelCo, Jurlique and many more,” she said.

“Females are making purchases  every day across fashion, beauty, travel

Forget the renegade dance, forget the salmon rice bowl, and definitely don’t bother with the filters. Viral TikToks are here for the moment and gone the next.

Not everything is here to stay, but there are a few viral trends that made its way into the daily routines. Whether you’re into fashion, beauty or home accessories, we’ve compiled a list of our favorites here:

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