Daily Addict’s blog

For those who seek a little song, dance and laughter to their Sunday evenings, a Show Queen night might just be for you. Previously housed at Will and Toby's, this cabaret troupe has relocated over to Kit & Kaboodle and to launch this evening, Trevor Ashley presented an impressive line up of talented performers from the Music Theatre and Cabaret worlds. Starring Toni Lamond, musical royalty of the stage and an equally talented Phill Scott and Virginia Gay
as support acts, the trio performed songs with a personal touch.

One memorable number of the evening was Virginia's rendition of Guy Sebastian's "Like it like that" - let's just say it left room for some vivid imagining.

Loading mentions Retweet

Only a couple of weeks of 2009 left to go, so we thought we'd finish it with a bang.

The Daily Addict team is excited and proud to launch their new online video channel!

We want to give you even greater insider access to all that Sydney has to offer. See brands and people close-up, how-to guides (where to find the pieces you covet, and the off the beaten paths where the locals go), and as always, discover new things before anyone else.

If you have a fantastic idea you'd like put on film, we'd love to hear from you. Contact fleur(at)dailyaddict(dot)com(dot)au

Check out tomorrow's edition of Daily Addict for our first 'How to & Style' series, or visit our YouTube channel.

Loading mentions Retweet

Benji and Joel Madden flew in for the BlackBerry Curve 8520 launch held at Simmer on the Bay. And whilst rain kept everyone inside, no one really cared; Good Charlotte was spinning the sets.

Remember Midori Illusions? It's been a while, but with Midori behind the bars teen memories of Splice-flavoured shots came flooding back.

Speaking of the green stuff, Midori Adores has today launched a new hub for women to find out what is new and exciting amongst fashion, lifestyle, music and design. All content will be provided by amazing Australian online women (including yours truly). There will also be the chance to win fabulous and fun prizes (think a trip to Fashion Week New York with two girlfriends) and learn how to make some delish Midori summer cocktails.

www.adoremidori.com

       

Click here to download:

Good_Charlotte_nice_curves_and.zip (3613 KB)

Loading mentions Retweet

Yesterday, Topshop opened in Sydney. With Incu presents Topshop, the Wu brothers (owners of avant garde retail company Incu) have orchestrated a classic coup d’état:

Captured - exclusive distributor title for Topshop in Australia.
Seized - pieces from mainline Topshop, Kate Moss for Topshop, Topman and Topshop Unique.
Violence - a little to your credit card.
Infrastructure - Incu's Paddington store newly refurbished, top level.

During my early twenties living in London I had access to Topshop - the epic UK retail chain influencing every thread worn in the industry.  It was about a 15 minute walk away from home, and during the 4 years there, that walk was taken often.

It was one of the stores you could religiously rely on for any outfit on a budget - whether for a dress up party or black tie. 

The range is somewhat smaller here in Sydney (eventually just the top level of Incu's Paddington store), but we're still super happy. UK High Street trends here without the time or jet lag.

There's just one hitch; that privilege comes with a price tag.

Break down of a fabulous Stretch Weave Topshop Unique dress: 
Topshop online £85 (approx AU$ 153)Retail Price AU$ 300

Yes, I could have waited 8 days, ordered online and added the additional £7.50 stand (approx $13.55) delivery charge. But I didn't. It fit in the dressing room and the dress was worn last night.

Image gallery:
1 - Store front window
2 - Incu presents Topshop
3 & 4 - Benja Harney's British-flavoured paper creations
5 - Incu buyer Tara D'Cruz-Noble 

         

Click here to download:

Incu_presents_Topshop_in_Sydne.zip (900 KB)

Loading mentions Retweet