Pretty Woman
There’s no skinny models traipsing down the catwalk surrounded by all that glitz, but the fashion on offer is no less important to a special kind of woman looking to tune in to a new brand on the clothing block, “Not Old […]
Beauty & Fashion
Everything you want to know about mineral make up
What’s the difference between mineral makeup and traditional makeup? She Brisbane spoke to Karen from The Skin Clinicians at Hawthorne and she shared a few of her top reasons why people are choosing mineral makeup… Mineral makeup sits on top of your skin […]
Soak It Up!
As we near the end of the working week, the team at She Brisbane look to new ways to indulge. This usually sees us with a wine in hand but if you’re searching for other means to relax and unwind how about soaking yourself in […]
Banish those gym breakouts!
There’s nothing worse than working your butt off at the gym to look good, only to suffer a nasty breakout and clogged pores on your face as a result. That “after workout glow” often leaves skin feeling irritated and sticky from sweat […]
Diana: Her Fashion Story
Nearly 20 years ago, as most Australians were going to lunch, a bright light went out across the other side of the world. It was 3.45am on August 31, 2007 when Princess Diana’s life support was switched off in a Paris hospital […]
Dessata Detangling Brush
To be honest, I have never thought too much about my hair brush, despite having a thick, dry and course mane that could do with a little more attention. I usually just grab a handful, yank down and push and pull my brush down, […]
Curious about botox?
She Brisbane was curious and spoke to Karen Shirley from The Skin Clinicians about botox (apparently I am not allowed to say botox because its trademarked so I will refer to it as injectables). We asked her to share some considerations about getting injectables… Injectables […]
Smelling my armpit is no longer a risk
Anyone who knows me well knows that I love all things that smell good (myself included), so obviously having a good deodorant and perfume is very important to me. What’s also important to me is the physical and mental health of my […]
The fifty things in my wardrobe
It began when I was confined to the couch with a tummy bug visiting Buenos Aires in November, 2015. My daughter so enjoyed living from a backpack, she said she would shrink her wardrobe to two outfits when she got home. I […]
Six good looks for Jeans for Genes Day
(Pictured left stylist Claire Fabb, and great ways to wear your jeans!) So you’re going to wear your jeans in a show of support on Friday 5 August for Jeans for Genes Day. But anyone can just slip on a pair of […]
My bad hair day (or the day I broke up with my hairdresser)
Is there such a thing as a hairdressing escort? Cos if there is – I NEED one. I need someone to come along to the hairdresser with me, stay with me till the end of the event, and make sure I leave […]
Something borrowed, something white
Story: Kelly Lyonns / Research: Michelle Beesley / Models: Noah and Kat Let me start by dispelling any rumours – Michelle and I are not getting married … our husbands would not be impressed. But we were spotted reporting from the Fortitude […]
10 stylish ways to wear the relaxed pant
Above image from: Flaunter Left: CHORUS label relaxed black pant available from their online store. Right: Soft grey MESOP label relaxed pants available from their online store. The fashion world has changed over the last couple of years and although there are […]
My signature perfume scent
When asked what she wore to bed, actress and model, Marilyn Monroe, answered: “What do I wear in bed? Why, Chanel No. 5, of course.” Which begs the question, have you got a signature scent? When I was 16, my first part-time […]
Six must-have winter fashion items
With the nights getting darker earlier and the mornings getting cooler, it’s time to start looking at your winter wardrobe. I know it seems like winter is not coming, but best to be prepared. So, let’s begin: Before you go shopping … […]
The true cost – who made my clothes?
Fashion is an expression; it is what we wish to communicate about ourselves but does the cost of our addiction come at a price, or are we blinded by a hunger for ‘want’ that we refuse to ignore it? On the Anzac […]
The beauty product I can’t live without
I go through phases with everything, especially my make up and skin care. But there is one product that only recently came onto my radar that I can’t live without—Fiber Lash Mascara! I know, it sounds kind of scary, but it really […]
Top five beauty lessons from an industry insider
I’ve spent the last 10 years in the beauty industry. I’ve worked closely with women preparing for big nights out and date nights, guiding them through the confusion of colour matching foundations and picking the right skin care products. I’ve explained ingredients […]