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DAN ROOKWOOD Decides it’s time to have ‘The Snip’
Orville Peck • Cowboy, crooner, international mystery man. Meet the original masked singer who is making country music cool again.
NEW YEAR, NEW MUSIC • Four more fresh albums fit for high summer rotation.
Eyes on the prize • Generous cash rewards, celebrity ambassadors and enough spectacle to rival the Oscars. Welcome to the lucrative world of fashion design awards.
The awards to know • Four of the most influential prizes on the fashion calendar.
Daniel Arsham • The New York artist discusses his unique relationship with Kim Jones as the pair collaborate on Dior Men’s new collection.
Surfboard chic
The hustle is Queer • In less than two years, Queer Eye has gone from beloved makeover show to the second most lucrative incubator of personal brands on TV (you can’t beat the Kardashians at their own game). But just how hard are the Fab Five hustling? We crunched some numbers to find out.
Let’s talk about sex • We speak to Sex Education star Asa Butterfield, as he returns with a second instalment of the most cringeworthy, bingeworthy show on TV.
Justin Langer • After a string of resounding – and embarrassing – defeats, a heavily publicised cheating scandal and a cultural identity all but destroyed, Australian cricket was in a shambles. Charged with plotting its return, the former batsman’s leadership strategy is a simple one: treat your players with honesty and respect and, in return, they will deliver.
Your 2020 travel hit list • Few people love an overseas trip quite like Aussies. But it turns out some of the finest hidden tourism treasures are right here within our shores – as long as you know where to look.
Our pick of this summer’s coolest new kit • This season is all about being brave, not boring. Explore the latest trends with some of our favourite key pieces – from bags and bucket hats to ballet flats for men. Trust us, they’re a thing.
Alessandro Michele and fashion’s genderless revolution • Reshaping our vision of masculinity – babushkas, baubles, evening gowns, and all – is a lot easier with friends like Harry Styles and A$AP Rocky.
Back to work • Take the edge off returning to your desk (or whatever workstation awaits you) by swapping your standard office essentials with a few on-trend alternatives.
Luxury goes online • For three and a half decades, Harrolds has been helping Aussie men dress better. As the family-owned store enters a year of celebrations, we catch up with managing director Ross Poulakis to talk trends, milestones and the company’s newest store: harrolds.com.au
WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT • According to Poulakis, these are the trends and brands set to take over 2020. Conveniently, you can find them on harrolds.com.au.
Facing the future • A free-spirited and enlightened approach to his work has propelled Perth-born Thomas de Kluyver from nightclub dancefloors to the position of Gucci’s global make-up artist.
Celine’s new scents • The French fashion house has just made a move into the fragrance world with a brand-new range. And they’re very, very good.
Spas worth travelling for • If that Christmas bonus is...