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Skinny eyebrows: Return of the 90s trend | Harper's BAZAAR Australia

Skinny eyebrows: Return of the 90s trend | Harper's BAZAAR Australia

Harper's Bazaar (Australia) — Y2K is back with a vengeance. It staked its claim with low-rise jeans and Ed Hardy's resurgence, but there, looming thin and angular on the horizon - rising like a sliver of a crescent moon - are skinny eyebrows. Perhaps the defining beauty focus of the last 10 years, brows have been subject to enormous upheaval.

Meet the designer behind all is a gentle spring | Harper's BAZAAR Australia

Meet the designer behind all is a gentle spring | Harper's BAZAAR Australia

Harper's Bazaar (Australia) — NAVY AND BLACK, chocolate and salt, Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett - an unexpected combination can truly be the greatest gift, something all is a gentle spring founder Isabelle Hellyer knows a thing or two about. The Australian label was born out of a desire for grown up dress-ups, fusing time-travelling, era-bending designs with opulent narratives.

For veteran comedian Doug Stanhope, nothing is off limits - Feature Interview

For veteran comedian Doug Stanhope, nothing is off limits - Feature Interview

The BRAG — On more than one occasion, Doug Stanhope has been compared to Charles Bukowski. The comparison of a very famous and influential poet to a crude stand up comic initially seems discordant. But upon watching Stanhope's performances, the similarities between the two become apparent: the same inclination for a drink (or seven), the critique of society born from a disenchantment with life, delivered with nothing-to-lose honesty.

Best Movies from Venice International Film Festival | Harper's BAZAAR Australia

Best Movies from Venice International Film Festival | Harper's BAZAAR Australia

Harper's Bazaar (Australia) — VENICE IS HOME to many wonders. The City of Canals boasts gondola rides, Murano glass and, of course, the Venice International Film Festival. La Biennale di Venezia is a prestigious showcase of the best in cinema, considered one of the 'Big Three' international film festivals, along with Cannes and Berlin.

Best Virtual Exhibitions to Explore from Home - Harper's Bazaar Australia

Best Virtual Exhibitions to Explore from Home - Harper's Bazaar Australia

Harper's Bazaar (Australia) — The closure of galleries and museums is a disappointing and inevitable part of lockdown. However, as most galleries adapt to the online space, there is a vast array of online art available for viewing anytime, anywhere. Get a dose of culture, inspiration or escapism through these virtual exhibitions.

8 Best Vitamin C Serums to Buy in Australia 2021

8 Best Vitamin C Serums to Buy in Australia 2021

Harper's Bazaar (Australia) — In your inbox, daily We respect your privacy. All data captured will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy Vitamin C is a firm fixture in the ABC of skincare. With promises of glowing skin, additional sun-protection and anti-ageing properties - vitamin C works overtime to give great results.

Lipless - Seizure

Lipless - Seizure

seizureonline.com — Geraldine knew she didn't need her lips anymore. She did not care to eat and had no one to talk to, or to kiss. She decided to cut them off. A pair of kitchen scissors would've sufficed, but for hygiene reasons, she settled for a disposable razor-it would be more efficient.

Julian Dennison is living his best skux life

Julian Dennison is living his best skux life

The BRAG — 15 years of age with a number of stunning performances under his belt, Julian Dennison is set to become the next big thing. The rising star talks to Olivia Costa about portraying Russell Collins - aka Firefist - in the new Deadpool sequel.