Author: Stephanie Vigilante
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Crumpler and Star Wars join forces for a limited-edition collection

Written for Fashion Journal Crumpler and Star Wars Australia are joining forces to commemorate Friday May 4 – internationally-recognised Star Wars Day with a limited-edition collection. The range includes eight pieces of bags and tech accessories, inspired by some of the franchise’s most iconic characters including R2-D2 and C-3PO. A tote pack, The Algorithm is…
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Marimekko is celebrating 50 years of its stripe print

Written for Fashion Journal Shop and support equality. Marimekko is marking half a century of its well-known stripe print, Tasarita – a print symbolising unisex wear and equality. To celebrate, it’s sharing a series on encouraging #GrowthStories from people who have inspired the brand over the years. This month, co-founder and editor-in-chief of Urban Bush Babes –…
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Aletheia & Phos’ new collection is inspired by Greek and Italian mythology

Written for Fashion Journal Your dose of energetic protection. Melbourne-based jewellery label Aletheia & Phos has launched the Collezione di Protezione (Protection Collection) – a symbol of the feminine, inspired by Greek and Italian mythology. The release includes necklaces, earrings and rings dotted with Australian opal, white topaz, pink sapphire and rainbow moonstone. All stones are ethically…
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Now Open: A 100 Per Cent Plant-Based Cafe in the West

Written for Broadsheet A maidenhair fern needs frequent watering (but not too much) and the perfect amount of sunlight and humidity in order to thrive. You need to think carefully about location and environment before you put one anywhere. “I’d definitely call that [a plant] that wants attention but will reward you for it,” says horticulturalist Stephanie…
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Here’s your first glimpse at the ‘Sabrina the Teenage Witch’ reboot

Written for Fashion Journal In magical news. Excitement is buzzing around Netflix’s reboot (and Riverdale spinoff) of Sabrina the Teenage Witch, after executive producer Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa posted a first-look photo to Twitter (below). The image captured an adorable moment between leading couple Sabrina (Kiernan Shipka) and Harvey (Ross Lynch). The pic’s a sharp contrast to…
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Juicy Couture and Swarovski join forces for an outrageous athleisure collection

Written for Fashion Journal Sparkles, sparkles everywhere. Juicy Couture’s latest activewear collection is crystal encrusted and screams Y2K Paris Hilton. And it’ll almost cost you her current net worth to get your hands on. In collaboration with Swarovski, the iconic brand has released a $33,405 crystal-covered jumpsuit. The release also includes embellished tracksuits, jumpsuits, shorts…
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Classe 90 Opens in Keilor East

Written for Broadsheet For Francesco Stella, opening a pizza shop was always part of the game plan. With his family history in pizza, it seemed like the next logical play. Like his Italian heritage, soccer is in his blood. Stella currently plays for Port Melbourne SC. Before that, he was an attacking midfielder for local…
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Fila releases its second Pokémon collection

Written for Fashion Journal Gotta catch ’em all. Following the success of their last collaboration, Fila and Pokémon have teamed up again to release a reworked Court Deluxe Low-Top sneaker. Unlike the previous collection, which included characters such as Charmander, Squirtle, Bulbasaur and Jigglypuff, the new collection features just Pikachu. It’s designed with pastel colours…
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Urban Outfitters has released a sausage dog doona cover

Written for Fashion Journal Just when we thought the design gods had exhausted all avenues for pet-themed accessories, Urban Outfitters comes swooping in with a sausage dog doona cover. The cover features teeny sausage dogs encased in bread complete with tomato sauce and mustard – making your sleeping space that bit cuter. Because what’s better…
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Le Creuset has dropped a nature-inspired cookware range

Written for Fashion Journal Nature’s Kitchen. Le Creuset is bringing the outdoors in with the introduction of two new hues to its range – Kale and Deep Teal. The new colourways take cue from characteristics of the land and sea. Kale (the vegetable that keeps on giving) brings a contemporary vibe to the kitchen. Deep…