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January 21, 2010

Follow the White Rabbit Gallery

Every now and then you come across an unfamiliar part of Sydney – stand still and exist in a state of awe.

It doesn't happen often, but when it does, you'd like to share it, so don’t be surprised that you’ll be hearing a lot more about White Rabbit Gallery from us.

Five months in for the largest private art museum in Oz and it’s already one of Sydney's must-sees. Here's a glimpse of why:

“The Tao of Now” opens today until 1 August 2010, read our full feature out on Monday.

Thanks to the Neilson Foundation for inviting us to be one of the first to see the fruits of their ground-breaking vision.

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Posted by Carrie Choo 

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January 4, 2010

Sydney Opera House New Year's Eve 2009 Party

Watching the sun set across our beautiful harbour with a signature martini concocted by one dexterous bartender in hand really is a perfect way to celebrate the beginning of a new decade.

Lifestyle specialists, Yakusan and the Sydney Opera House transformed the western boardwalk into a lavish oasis complete with cabanas, plunge pools and model like waiters serving our every whim.

In keep with the theme of pure luxury, Chef extraordinaire Matt Moran designed a unique menu especially for the event with an abundant selection of gourmet delicacies, personalised service of fresh oysters, mini wagyu beef burgers and the Moran's family lamb.

International DJ, Samantha Ronson headlined the night with her mixes of the classics from the Jackson Five to the Kings of Leon.  Sets by Goldfish and Jon Sa Trinxa (Pacha Ibiza residents) and a host of local Australian DJs including Dolso (Sneaky Sound System) and Ian Spicer rocked the evening; along with an appearance by Australian fashion designer come guest DJ, Kirrily Johnson.

At the stroke of Midnight, the 750 guests turned their attention to the spectacular Harbour Bridge and city skyline fireworks with many hoping twenty ten might continue reminiscent of the evening- full of fun, opulence and style.

Much gratitude for the special touches: after 9 hours of partying in heels I welcomed some respite. Thank you to Flipsters for providing the ladies with a pair of comfortable yet stylish flats.

Wishing all of our fabulous readers a brilliant 2010 filled with love, laughter and fruitful possibilities x

                 
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November 22, 2009

Paspaley Polo in the City - a dash for the dashing

The marquees were up, the sun was shining. Champagne free-flowing and men in polo attire on powerful steeds.

The 2009 Polo in the City Series is a highlight of the social calendar and the G.H. Mumm Marquee the hot ticket. This year those with the right coloured wrist band could toast all day, and down freshly shucked oysters by Two hated chef, Warren Turnbull. The “it” accessory had to be a G.H. Mumm fan or umbrella (last year's was the red galoshes). 

Have a look at these pics for the Mumm Dash - a classic (and somewhat startling) sight watching well-dressed ladies kick off their heels and bolt for G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge Champagne. Congratulations to Amanda - her strategy? "There was a bit of jostling at the start but I stayed completely focused on the prize".

We expect more from the Stella Artois men's dash next time - the ladies drew blood!

                             
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September 7, 2009

Sydney Fashion Week

Armed with sheer purpose, a keen curiosity and too many wardrobe changes, we set out this week to cover real time (and survive) our first Rosemount Australian Fashion Week.  

It's a truly exhausting endeavour to twitter and post our pics from the shows and backstage, and a privilege to be one of the first to give you a peak at what our top Fashion designer's have in store with their Australian Fashion Spring Summer 2009-2010 collections.  

In speaking with the organisers, this year is by far the largest contingent of social media (blogger and online media) ever to attend a Fashion Week in Sydney. We're sure it's the start of something new and needed. You can see the full #RAFW twitter stream here.

Any thoughts or insights on what we could have done differently pipe up here.


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