We are hitting the design market scene in Melbourne this June 25 at Melbourne Design Market. This year one of our big ambitions was to get out there and showcase our wares as much as possible. After a successful Finders Keepers in Sydney we are getting ourselves ready for Melburnians this June. One Australia’s much-loved [...]

After seeing a gap in the market, a chat over the back fence and nine months of creating, mother + joey was born. This is a wonderful story about two mother’s who saw a gap in the market, wanted to create a legacy and still have the flexibility to manage their five kids aged five and under. [...]

Starting a new brand is incredibly daunting. Entering the fashion world and putting yourself out there in front of fashion media is a whole other level of scary. When I started I was really lucky to have some friends to guide me. I also was introduced to many successful designers and stylists who have been [...]

By now everyone must know I am an absolute lover of high teas. Not only is it a culinary journey of sweets, savouries and bubbles, it is an experience that often surprises and delights if you are a foodie like me. Many years ago, during my SBS Food days, I was lucky to be introduced [...]

Imagine bringing your holidays to life on wearable art? Also, how amazing would it be to have the opportunity to work with Qantas, Jess Hart, Edwina McCann and Nicole Warne, inspiring photographers to share their favourite shots to create a collection? Well Bird and Knoll have made it happen. This creative duo have been creating wearable [...]

I was incredibly excited when KarryOn asked me if I would be interested in having a chat about all things travel and Hills & West. Meeting in my new hood in Abbotsford, Melbourne, following is the very generous and complimentary (*blush*) account of some of the things we chatted about. I have to say, I do […]

We often read stories of people who have become famous, invented something, sold something, made loads of money, cheated, double crossed or have had something disastrous happen to them. Today I want to share a story of a person, who is just like you and me, working through life with dreams and passions is chasing [...]

Today I want to share the story of the two amazing artisans behind Hills & West bags: Marianna and Boris. I have been so lucky with my journey so far. The connections I have made and the partners I work with have made this dream such a beautiful reality. So I want to tell their [...]

“Travel is the only thing you can spend money on that will make you richer” Discovering all the wonderful new experiences, cultures, meeting interesting people, delicious food and super stunning landscapes.... almost everyone loves travelling. How can you not. I personally just can’t go a year without scratching the wanderlust itch. Four months ago I [...]

A photograph can capture a special moment, tell a story, bring a product to life or inspire someone on so many different levels. Photography has always been an core ingredient and love in my life. From my days with film in London, over 10 years ago, when I photographed indie band’s record covers and model’s [...]

Positivity breeds positivity! I love artistry and when I first met Nicola, a flawless bundle of energy, her passion and creativity was infectious. In this creative edit I take you into the world of a makeup artist, her top tips, words of wisdom, inspirations, working with Margaret Zhang, Dior and more. Nicola’s story I originally [...]

I love a story. Especially when the story comes from the heart. When I met Sonya from dog&boy we instantly had a mutual connection. We both had our corporate pasts, an understanding of the rollercoaster ride of the creative journey involved with a new business and we also shared a deep understanding on the importance of appreciating the [...]

We all know how confident you feel when you look sharp. Never underestimate the power of the outfit. Especially when in the corporate world; I find it amusing how we spend hours polishing up on our credentials, industry news and skills, however when it comes to our wardrobe, people just don’t invest the time to curate [...]

  I love voyeurism and hearing other people’s stories. I love it even more, when other creative people make the effort to bring stories to life. When I stumbled across Two Quirky Birds, it was a fabulous concoction of all the wonderful things I adore including interiors, fashion and food, delivered in a deliciously, honest […]

Starting a new accessory label is not an easy feat. Not even when you are as passionate as I am. You have the upfront investment with your time; brand design and development, website development, content creation, sampling, product photography, merchandising, look books; materials such as leather and hardware and then there is the largest expense […]