Interviews
Pia Muehlenbeck
Name: Pia Muehlenbeck Home is… Sydney, Australia. What do you do? Founder of SLINKII active wear and Finding the Finer! What’s your favourite view in Sydney? My favourite view probably has to be from my balcony. We look over the Harbour and the Opera House and I’ve bought a whole bunch of plants to transform our balcony into a little tropical oasis. I just love sitting there to unwind in the afternoon and watch the sky turn into the most vibrant shades of pink and orange before the sun goes down. Such incredible natural beauty. What is your favourite way to exercise? I try to keep my exercise regime really varied to
Ivy Arellano and Loan Tran
Name: Ivy Arellano and Loan Tran Home is… Perth, Australia. What do you do? We run Hunter-Rose - a women’s sleepwear label. Favourite café in Perth? (and why?) I: It’s ever changing because Perth always has really cool Café’s popping up, but at the moment it’ll have to be Bib & Tucker in Fremantle. There is consistently great food and coffee and you can’t beat the view overlooking the beach. Freo always has a cool vibe about it so even visiting the suburbs is always a treat! L: Tropico North Beach – It’s in such a lovely location, the food and juices are always fresh and delish. They have such a great v
Erika Geraerts, Bree Johnson, Jess Hatzis
Name: Erika Geraerts, Bree Johnson, Jess Hatzis Home is… Melbourne, Victoria What do you do? Drink coffee, write emails. A.k.a Directors of frank body and Willow & Blake. What was the catalyst for starting Frank Body Scrub? The business idea stemmed from one of the owners (Steve) who owns a café. He had some customers come in and ask for some leftover coffee grinds to use as a body exfoliator. The team who includes four others, also went on a holiday to Bali where they had a coffee scrub at their villa – and loved it. This made them realise that their idea was strong. We soon got planning. After much research we discover
Jason Grant
Name: Jason Grant Home is… Bondi/where you make it What do you do? Creative director, stylist and author What can’t you leave the house without? Sunglasses, iPhone, wallet and often our Boston Terrier Sophia (note: I can often leave the house without shoes) Your last meal on earth would be… Hmmm my favourite pick me a meal is a really good burger with a with a great cocktail or Margarita – if ever I feel like a holiday but cant’ have one this simple meal gives me a good feeling, sometimes it’s about the simple things! Your style has been described as quintessentially Australian. Do you agree? What makes this so
Kate Christie
Name: Kate Christie Home is… Newport, Victoria What do you do? I am a time management expert, specialising in working with busy female professionals and business owners who need smart new strategies to better manage the work/ life juggle. Tell us how you got to where you are today… With passion and purpose - find your passion, plan, set goals and work your butt off! What are your top 3 tips and tricks that can be implemented into every day life to better manage time? 1. Understand the value of your time. When you know what an hour of your time is worth, it helps you focus on choosing the right tasks to perform. 2. Prepare
Kara Liu
Name: Kara Liu Home is… Surry Hills, NSW What do you do? I’m the designer of my fashion label, Interval. What can’t you leave the house without? A pen. There are always moments of inspiration that happens spontaneously in everyday life. I’m old-schooled and like to document things analogue. Your last meal on earth would be… Sweet and sour lotus roots. It’s one of my favorite dishes - sweet, sour, crunchy and delicious. Every time I visit my family in China, my parents, my grandma or my aunt, or whoever is preparing the meal, I make sure that this particular dish is on the table. It reminds me that I’m loved.
Jasmine Lindsay
Name: Jasmine Lindsay Home is… Sydney, NSW What do you do? I create classic sleepwear with bespoke monogramming Best book you have ever read and why? My most recent favorite is “Lean In” by Sheryl Sandberg the COO of Facebook. A provocative, frank and inspiring read about the obstacles facing women on the path to leadership. You started stylish sleepwear label Jasmine and Will with your Aunt in 2009 – how has the business evolved since then and what lessons have you learnt? As a brand we’ve “grown-up”. Our designs were brighter and flirtier back in 2009 versus the classic aesthetic of our brand today. The ot
Natalie Lane
Name: Natalie Lane Home is… Toorak, Victoria What do you do? Founder & Managing Director for the Melbourne-born luxe Activewear label Pilot Athletic What can’t you live without? I know it’s cliché but chocolate. I don’t think there’s a day that passes that I don’t indulge in at least one square. I choose raw chocolate like Pana or 90% Cocoa Lindt, so it’s more about the cacao and less about processed sugar. On a more sentimental note, I couldn’t live without my friends and family – they are incredible positive influencers in my life. I have some very special people in my world (successful, passionate and
Daniele Wilton
Name: Daniele Wilton Home is… Prahran, Victoria What do you do? I run the business and manage the team at Smudge Publishing and Smudge Eats. We are a culinary travel publisher publishing hard cover books around Australia and now we have a large digital presence, Smudge Eats. What inspired you to start Smudge Publishing back in 2009? Culinary travel is something I am very passionate about and at the end of 2008 when I finished my Uni degree, Mum (Jonette) and I decided to head down to the Mornington Peninsula and explore the region. What we discovered down there was so many passionate people and businesses creating fantastic prod
Victoria Montano
Name: Victoria Montano Home is… North Bondi, Sydney NSW What do you do? Owner of B Lux luxury online store - same day door to door delivery of luxury brands such as Kenzo, Junior Gaultier, Little Marc Jacobs, Hugo BOSS and DKNY for kiddies new born to six years old. What’s your signature look? I like pieces that have structure. I like waistlines, hemlines and pieces that are tailored and fitted to perfection. My signature style would be sharp and short with a dash of colour. My accessories usually nude or tan, simply because I just find it easier to pull a great look together quickly with some neutral accessories. Since beco
