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The February 15 Edition

In our annual Love Issue, AFL star Darcy Moore and broadcaster Dee Salmin share the secrets of their relationship, and some lovely news.

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Darcy Moore wears Christian Kimber polo and chinos. Dee Salmin wears Lee Mathews dress, own shoes (worn throughout).

Darcy Moore was single his whole adult life. A text to Dee Salmin changed everything

The Collingwood captain and Triple J presenter dated quietly for eight months, until listeners of her podcast caught on. Then, they made their Brownlow debut.

  • Melissa Singer
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What makes a great love song? Eight famous Aussies share their favourite tracks

Georgie Tunny shares the Taylor Swift song that was the soundtrack to Robert Mills’ marriage proposal.

  • Jane Rocca
Kathy Lette: “OK, my body might be shrinking but my anecdotes are lengthening.”

My friends are trading in their ‘alpha’ husbands for a different kind of man

When looking for love, beta is better.

  • Kathy Lette
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor has enjoyed worldwide musical success, but family is what keeps her grounded.

My husband and I dated quietly at first. Six weeks in, I learnt I was pregnant

Sophie Ellis-Bextor and her husband, musician Richard Jones, now have five sons. “Having kids felt very grounding,” she says.

  • Jane Rocca
Artist Beci Orpin lives in her thrifted snake-print ballet flats.

Take it from this artist, these are the cool Australian labels to wear right now

Beci Orpin also shares the knit, shoe and prints that can help anyone master “utilitarian” style.

  • Georgie Gordon
Paris looks good in the rain. And it’s quiet.

Why this ‘unfashionable’ season is the best time to visit the south of France

It’s not everybody’s picnic by the Seine, but France in autumn harbours some hidden gems.

  • Michael Bachelard
Hailey Bieber is known for perfecting the natural makeup look.

Everyone is chasing ‘second skin’ make-up. This is the secret

The best foundations for achieving natural-looking skin.

  • Stephanie Darling

No time for breakfast? The best grab-and-go options from a dietitian

Airlie Koo shares her day on a plate.

  • Nicole Economos
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Bring warmth and toughness to your home with these ‘yin and yang’ materials

Wood and stainless steel are a match made in heaven. Think warm timber lighting, hand-hewn tableware and a sleek statement table.

  • Georgie Gordon
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Aquarius: This week go with the flow

Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned astrologer, Hedy Damari.

  • Hedy Damari

Other editions

The March 22 Edition

In our autumn fashion special, we chat with model and entrepreneur Miranda Kerr about her latest design project, and her wonderful blended family.

  • 12 stories

The March 15 Edition

In our cover story this week, musician Amy Shark talks about fame and film, as she prepares to star opposite Russell Crowe in her first movie role.

  • 13 stories