2017-06-27 08:40
Let me just start by saying that taking good care of your skin is f*cking important and that the killer results of facials are only going to stick around if you look after your skin.After my… Read More
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2017-06-25 03:57
If you don't buy a new pair of boots to celebrate the start of winter, you're doing life wrong. Ever since VAMFF earlier this year I have been obsessed with over-the-top silver boo… Read More
2017-04-24 07:06
Last night saw the who's who of Australian TV gather at Melbourne's glorious Crown Casino for the 2017 TV Week Logies. From breakfast television presenters to reality stars, Australia's fine… Read More
2017-04-15 23:17
Glitter lips have been a runway staple across the various fashion weeks around the world lately, and for good reason. Nothing makes your pout pop like a bit of glitter.The great thing about… Read More
2017-04-01 23:50
I've had a love-hate relationship with the 'corset-over-the-shirt' trend for about six months now, but in recent weeks I've officially been converted to the corset cult. If you haven't… Read More
2017-03-27 08:46
Do you ever have that one trend that you love more than life itself but know you could never actually pull off? For me that trend is pleats. Ever since VAMFF I've been seeing this trend… Read More
2017-03-25 00:32
Unfortunately, here in the little ol' town of Adelaide, style is pretty much non-existent. Yes, we have boutiques and fashion bloggers, but this town has little in the way of style ins… Read More
2017-03-03 08:34
Any self-proclaimed 'beauty lover' that isn't aboard the Charlotte Tilbury train should be ashamed of themselves, because the makeup queen has just released a face mask to put all others to… Read More
2017-02-26 21:57
I know, blush sounds like the simplest, most generic beauty product on the market, but how many of you actually know how to use the damn stuff anyway? If you're like me, who had absolutely n… Read More
2017-02-20 05:04
If you've been around for a while, you'd probably know that I'm crazy for a good face mask, but this trend seriously takes the cake. Enter: Dr Brandt's Magnetight Age-Defier. Formulated with… Read More
2017-02-14 00:24
If you're like me, you probably get your fashion inspiration from the 'it-girls' of the internet (or if you're reading this blog, you might just steal my inspo - which is totally cool t… Read More
2017-02-10 00:58
Valentine's Day is only days away, which means it's time to start shopping for your significant other gal pals. While many people use February 14th to celebrate romance, we're choosing… Read More
2017-02-06 10:24
Earlier today, a majority of Americans sat down to watch a football game or something. If you're here to hear about the actual Super Bowl, I'd suggest you exit this window now because frankl… Read More
2017-02-06 00:12
Loafers, in my personal opinion, are the perfect feminine take on masculine fashion. Whether you're pairing them with a cute pair of tailored pants or a little black dress, nothing screams '… Read More
2017-02-04 02:47
2017-02-01 00:43
The Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival (VAMFF) is only weeks away, which means its time to start planning your trip. Luckily, the naming rights, and airline partner, Virgin Australi… Read More
2017-01-30 02:09
The uni holidays are coming to an end, which means that you'll probably be dropping hundreds of dollars on textbooks instead of buying things you'll actually use like. Luckily, the team… Read More
2017-01-27 01:10
The Australian sun is a wonderful thing, but sun spots, premature ageing and melanomas are not. Be sun smart this summer with a stylish hat. Whether you're relaxing by the pool, brunching wi… Read More
2017-01-24 23:14
Unfortunately, 'investing' in fashion is considerably less financially beneficial than investing in stocks, businesses or real estate, but it's a hell of a lot more fun! So what products sho… Read More
2017-01-23 05:01
If you love fashion as much as we do, your bank account probably hates you, but don't fret because sample sales are your new best friend. Sample sales are the perfect opportunity for you to… Read More
2017-01-18 00:37
What's not to love about a classic black slip dress? Nothing, right? Then why the f*ck did I not own one?The little black dress has been a fashion staple for many years, and recently, the li… Read More
2017-01-16 00:29
New year, new hair, right?Now that 2017 is upon us, it's time to change up your 'do, whether you're ready for a complete change or just a quick pick-me-up, I've got the hottest hair trends t… Read More
2017-01-13 01:09
Is 'getting fit' one of your new years resolutions? Well 2017 can be the year that you work out in style with my workout wardrobe essentials. From stylish sneakers to cute crops, my top ten… Read More
2017-01-11 00:11
So, last week I decided my makeup brushes were in dire need of a deep clean (new year, new brushes right?). Unfortunately, I absoluted f*cked it up and almost ruined all of my makeup brushes… Read More
2017-01-09 01:41
The Australian sun is pretty damn harsh, I feel like we've all heard the spiel about how important sunscreen is. Unfortunately, I know too many people that refuse to wear their SPF because i… Read More
2017-01-06 00:29
If you rummage through my wardrobe you'll notice two things:- it's either the most organised wardrobe you've ever seen, or it's an absolute floordrobeAND- there are only coloured pieces in m… Read More
2017-01-03 23:30
Tired of losing half your bottle of foundation to your makeup brush/sponge? I know I am, but thanks to the revolutionary Silisponge, you can make foundation wastage a thing of the past.This… Read More
2016-12-28 04:18
Christmas has come to an end, Boxing Day sales are in full swing, and frankly, we don't remember the last day that we didn't drink. Welcome to the reality of the party season! While our live… Read More
2016-12-21 00:12
Australian fashion mastermind, and one of our favourite designers, Alex Perry recently debuted his pre-fall 2017 collection and we are literally jumping for joy with excitement about it. The… Read More
2016-12-19 23:24
If you're like us (and if you're reading this you probably are), you've probably left some of your Christmas shopping til the last minute, but fear not because here at EFF Mag we've done the… Read More
2016-12-15 22:26
Our favourite Aussie makeup masterminds at Stevie K Cosmetics have wowed us once again with their latest release, Colour Shots. First, we fell in love with their gorgeous lip colours, then t… Read More
2016-12-14 02:44
The Korean beauty and skincare trend seemed to become an internet sensation almost overnight, but it's easy to see why beauty lovers around the world are crazy for these products. With a sup… Read More
2016-12-11 23:20
Office Christmas parties are often a time for getting tipsy with your work colleagues at the expense of your boss, sounds great, right? But this odd combination of business and pleasure mean… Read More
2016-12-08 23:26
The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show aired here in Australia last night, and lingerie lovers from all across the country gathered around their TVs to watch in awe as the world's most famous mo… Read More
2016-12-07 01:35
2017 is fast approaching, which means it's definitely time to start organising your EFF'n life! Here at EFF Mag, we're all about organisation, and our friends at Kikki K are here to help you… Read More
2016-12-04 23:47
For many years, makeup lovers have turned to specialty stores like Sephora and Mecca Cosmetica, and department stores to purchase our favourite brands, usually ignoring these stores' in-hous… Read More
2016-12-01 23:35
Secret Santa (or Kris Kringle, or whatever else your office likes to call it) has been a workplace tradition for many years, and so has the custom of giving tacky, christmas-themed gifts to… Read More
2016-12-01 01:38
The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show was filmed last night in Paris (just incase you're allergic to social media and didn't already know), and our favourite Angels have been giving us some kil… Read More
2016-11-29 22:39
Christmas is right around the corner, which means it's almost time to bust out your advent calendar! If you're cutting down on the calories (or if your beauty addiction trumps your sugar cra… Read More
2016-11-25 00:53
It's officially Black Friday here in Australia, which means that some of our favourite Aussie (and international) brands are joining in on the holiday fun with some incredible bargains. Here… Read More
2016-11-24 02:13
Australia doesn't have many red carpets, so when our home-grown celebrities get the chance to rock a red carpet frock, they make some pretty interesting statements, and this year's ARIAs wer… Read More
2016-11-22 23:31
Black Friday is undoubtedly the biggest sale frenzy of the year, with discounts of over 70% across almost every store in America, but unfortunately Aussies miss out on all the fun. Sure, we… Read More
2016-11-21 01:14
Summer is nearly here, which means your social calendar will be filling up fast, so why spend your precious time in line at the bottle shop? With the help of VinoMofo, you'll never have to w… Read More
2016-11-17 22:12
There are thousands of words to describe the fashion industry, however, 'ethical' is rarely synonymous with 'stylish'. Until now. LA-based fashion label, Reformation is changing the fashion… Read More
2016-11-15 23:09
Being in exotic, foreign places is fun. Travelling? Not so much, especially when you're a beauty hoarder and practically need an entire suitcase for your cosmetics alone. But your travel bea… Read More
2016-11-11 01:38
Summer is nearly here, and as the weather warms up, we'll be trading our skinny jeans and sweaters for bikinis and beach towels. Fortunately, Australians have mastered the art of crafting th… Read More
2016-10-17 01:05
Halloween is one of our favourite holidays here at EFF Magazine, mainly because it's the perfect excuse to go completely over-the-top with your makeup.Thanks to the internet people, particul… Read More
2016-10-14 11:10
When you think of Vitamin C, you probably think of its kickass immunity boosting properties, but this super-vitamin does more than just fight off your winter cold. Recently, Vitamin C has ga… Read More
2016-09-24 03:43
If you know me at all, you'd know that colour isn't really my thing. Or at least that's what I thought until yesterday when I was browsing the racks of my local Fashion Bunker and stumb… Read More
2016-09-22 08:43
As always, Pantone (aka the colour gods) have released their spring colour predictions to coincide with the various fashion weeks around the world. It sounds ridiculous to think that these p… Read More
2016-09-19 04:36
Falling smack-bang between the spring runway shows of New York and London means there's a lot of pressure for celebrities (and designers) to kill it on the Emmys red carpet, and this year th… Read More
2016-09-14 07:27
Spring is a time of fun and festivities, from weddings and festivals to the spring racing season, which means you're probably on the lookout for new ways to change up your beauty regime, rig… Read More
2016-09-12 04:37
So, bags are kinda my thing, and have been for a very long time. For as long as I can remember I've loved a good clutch, maybe because it's a way to make my hoarding abilities portable? I do… Read More
2016-09-10 02:51
New York Fashion Week is here once again, and Spring 2017 is a runway week worth remembering. From Misha Collection to Yeezy, this year's runways are edgier and more rule-breaking than ever… Read More
2016-09-10 01:52
If you're a part of the internet, which I'm assuming you are if you're reading this, you've probably seen a thing or two about micellar cleansing water.Micellar water sparked a worldwide cra… Read More
2016-09-08 00:29
So I'm pretty late on the pyjama trend bandwagon, but this is a trend that has taken a while to grow on me. At first sight I thought this trend was pretty hideous, I mean silky slip dresses… Read More
2016-09-06 05:33
From runways to alley ways, mules have been a staple shoe for the most fashionable members of society this year. Whether you're a Kardashian/Jenner-turned-supermodel or a fashion blogger, mu… Read More
2016-08-26 03:41
It's officially the last week of winter, which means that it's well-and-truly time for some spring cleaning. While this means you definitely need to clean those makeup brushes, re-organise y… Read More
2016-08-24 05:11
Australian department store and fashion powerhouse, Myer, launched their Spring/Summer 2016 campaign on Tuesday night with celebrity ambassador, Jennifer Hawkins. From Alex Perry to Oscar De… Read More
2016-08-23 05:27
Fashion goddess, and daughter of Paul-freaking-McCartney, Stella McCartney, has taken the fashion world by storm in recent years, and is quickly making a name for herself in the activewear r… Read More
2016-08-19 08:42
In recent weeks, everyone has gone absolutely crazy over Kylie Jenner's new Kyshadow palette (and its eery similarities to Shaaanxo's), but there is a new palette that's turning even more he… Read More
2016-08-16 07:28
Australia has brought us many great things, from gorgeous coastlines to the Hemsworth brothers, the country is ripe with wonderful creations, and quality shoes are definitely one of them. Se… Read More
2016-08-13 23:00
When you think fashion, Adelaide has never really been a focal point, but trust us, the South Australian capital is making major moves in the fashion industry, and the Adelaide Fashion Festi… Read More
2016-08-12 08:32
For Love & Lemons have been leading the way in lacy lingerie for a while now, and for good reason. With gorgeous floral lace detailing and a to-die-for colour scheme, this lingerie… Read More
2016-08-09 05:48
The queens of the subscription box, Bellabox have grabbed the beauty world's attention once again, with their recent collaboration with Vogue. This luxurious beauty box contains ei… Read More
2016-08-08 07:34
From the runway to the subway, shoulder cutouts have been spotted everywhere this season, and it's a trend we're absolutely loving. Baring your décolletage is all the rage, whether yo… Read More
2016-08-06 06:23
This year has been all about texture, and this season is no different. From the runways of Paris and New York, to the wardrobes of celebrities and style icons like Alexa Chung and Gigi Hadid… Read More
2016-08-04 07:50
Looking for a birthday present for your brother? Need new shirts to steal off your boyfriend? king jac. the label has you covered. Crafted in Melbourne from high-quality materials, this mini… Read More
2016-08-01 21:56
Image via newbeauty.comI know it sounds daunting and way-too-difficult, but colour correcting is the best and easiest way to get #flawless skin without hundreds of layers of foundation. Usin… Read More
2016-07-30 23:54
As someone who is rarely spotted in anything other than black, white or the occasional shade of grey, it can be hard to keep your wardrobe new and exciting. Lets be real, you can only own so… Read More
2016-07-30 03:17
So today is basically my favourite day of the year, National Lipstick Day, and what better way to celebrate than with a lipstick-related blog post. Lipstick, especially red lipstick is kinda… Read More
2016-07-28 08:19
image via crueltyfreekitty.comDisclaimer: I am not vegan.Recently, I stumbled across a tumblr. post that talked about how Oreos are accidentally/unintentionally vegan (not new information bu… Read More
2016-07-26 07:29
As the weekend draws to an end, social media is getting slammed with Splendour in the Grass photos as festival-goers desperately hang on to any last festival vibes. This means that my Insta… Read More
2016-07-23 01:34
As an Australian, my skincare routine began at a very young age, when I was taught the importance of sunscreen every single day. Whether it's a 40 degree day in December, or rainy in June, s… Read More
2016-07-21 23:16
In recent years, the facial oil trend has taken the beauty world by storm, mainly because this practice basically defies every beauty rule you were taught as a teenager. The skincare trend… Read More
2016-07-20 07:19
Ahh the bomber jacket. The perfect mix between chic and edgy/cool while being uber-comfy, super versatile and warm as f&$%. Edgy streetwear has absolutely taken over the fashion industry… Read More
2016-07-18 02:16
Recently the babes at Too Faced Cosmetics announced basically the coolest product to hit the shelves since (insert your favourite product here), coloured liquid liners! If you haven't alread… Read More
2016-07-16 07:20
For many years I was the person who'd buy $30 faux leather handbags from cheap accessories stores because I just wanted something to put my all my junk in, but trust me, handbags are so muc… Read More
2016-07-14 07:43
The little black dress (LBD) has been a fashion staple since showing your knees was socially acceptable, and for good reason. This classic look somehow makes its way in to almost every desig… Read More
2016-07-11 22:17
So lately I've been spending a whole lot of money on new makeup and beauty products and trying to justify it by writing articles about them, so why not do a haul of all the new things that I… Read More
2016-07-10 04:18
From the city of churches to the city of love, fashion and food, Paul Vasileff of Paolo Sebastian is making major moves here in Australia and overseas. At a mere twenty-six years of age, Vas… Read More
2016-07-09 02:06
So, today I was walking through my local Westfield in dire need of coffee and Strepsils after waking up with every illness known to man, on top of already feeling a little worse-for-wear aft… Read More
2016-07-08 02:54
Recently I was approached by the babes at Bellabox to test out their service, which I was absolutely over-the-moon about because this happened about a week before I was planning on subscribi… Read More
2016-07-06 05:27
So in my time as a makeup enthusiast I've been in many different circumstances that have affected my spending habits, from having absolutely no life responsibility and being able to spend ev… Read More
2016-07-05 02:23
I know I'm not exactly the most athletic or fit person on the planet, quite frankly I don't work out at all. But every couple of months I go through that 'I want to get a super toned summer… Read More
2016-07-03 05:04
So a couple of months ago I finally managed to pick up the coveted Urban Decay NAKED Palette, a palette I've been lusting over since it came out (how I managed to go this long with… Read More
2016-06-30 04:09
Lately I've been spending a lot of time in department stores like Myer and David Jones, and spending a lot money in them too (unfortunately). But while flicking through the racks I stumbled… Read More
2016-06-28 04:12
Lately I've been chronically neglecting my skin (just being honest here). From eating take-out way too often and stressing the F*$# out, to not keeping hydrated and travelling with face wipe… Read More
2016-06-24 03:42
In recent weeks I was finally able to purchase some of the famous Kylie Jenner lip kits, but I didn’t. After all the excitement of browsing the site and actually being able to add thin… Read More
2016-06-21 10:30
In recent months there has been a crazy amount of hype around the Dyson Supersonic, the $700 hairdryer that’s meant to ‘change the world.’ Obviously, something with this mu… Read More
2016-06-18 09:08
Once again, my day is consisting of multiple flights across three different states for over seven hours, sounds fun, right? Recently I've been travelling a fair bit, which means I've kinda m… Read More
2016-06-15 02:56
So if you've been following basically anyone in the beauty world on any of their social medias, you'd probably know that Benefit Cosmetics flew a bunch of beauty gurus out to Las Vegas a cou… Read More
2016-06-13 08:26
Thank the lord, it's finally time for another long weekend! This means that you're enjoying a three-day weekend, or you're raking in the public holiday penalty rates, either way, you go Glen… Read More
2016-06-08 10:03
Winter is a time for bad hair days, there's almost no escaping it, from the rain and wind to the mayhem that can be caused by heaters, it's all too much for your hair. Although you can comba… Read More
2016-06-07 06:53
So basically, white shirts are my jam. Always have been, probably always will be, but for good reason. A classic white button up is an absolute must-have for any wardrobe, whether you live a… Read More
2016-06-05 04:37
Recently I've been loving face masks (well actually I've loved them forever), but lately my obsession has grown because who doesn't love looking like someone out of a spa commercial? Face ma… Read More
2016-06-01 10:25
Bell sleeves have been all the rage lately, I see this trend popping up everywhere from my local Westfield to my roommate's wardrobe, and for good reason! This trend is the perfect way to sp… Read More
2016-05-28 05:00
This year I've been crazy about patterns and textures (I mean, read any other post on this blog), and stripes are no exception. Stripes are the easiest way to spice up an outfit without actu… Read More
2016-05-26 03:42
Recently I've been obsessed with clutches, despite my usual love of oversized handbags to hide all of my clutter. Ever since I laid eyes on The Wolf Gang's new range of suede leather clutche… Read More
2016-05-24 09:12
Living with a minimalist/monochromatic wardrobe is fun (don't get me wrong, I love black, white and grey) but sometimes I want to change it up a little without actually wearing colour (borin… Read More
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