Author Archives: Marianna Economous

Every woman needs an evening bag, not only to carry her essentials but to also complete her already-glamorous outfit.  The evening bag is a vital accessory and can often (as the cliché goes) ‘make or break’ the outfit; so choosing the perfect one is just as important as choosing the perfect pair of shoes.
Evening bags [...]

Shonah
Shonah Tomkins’ creations are the true essence of uniqueness. The Melbourne-based designer, who launched her label in 2005, is inspired by the works of 19th century English craftsman William Morris, antiques including Minton China, Victorian millwork, European monuments and French provincial furnishings. Her designs include pendants brooches,
earrings, cufflinks and journals, which all capture the vintage [...]

The transformation from hats to fascinators to headbands
It’s every woman’s wish to find the perfect hat to complete her outfit at the annual Melbourne Cup horse races.  Of course this hat needs to embody visual qualities like no other; it must be one of a kind.  For this reason, the hat has long been the [...]

Spoilt by Senka
Head designer, Senka Thwaites launched ‘Spoilt by Senka’ about four years ago after she moved to Queensland from Western Australia. Senka owned her own retail business in WA, which was known for selling affordable handbags, sunglasses and jewellery.
Over the years, “you spoil me Senka” proved to be a commonly used phrase among her [...]