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We’ve spotted that maxi knit dresses are trending at the moment and it got us excited about all the sweater dress sewing patterns there are out there. We’ve been inspired by this article on Stylist to hunt for indie sewing patterns to recreate this look and have included some midi, maxi and knee-length options to suit all tastes. Knit dresses deliver style and comfort in equal measures which makes them all the more appealing to us. We’ve rounded up ten lovely indie patterns that all have the chic yet cosy factor. It was actually so hard to create this shortlist,...

Forgo the bulk and up your everyday carry game with the best minimalist wallets available. Here’s a hard truth: We don’t see baggy jeans coming back any time soon. And these fitted pants we’re wearing now just don’t have room for the bulky wallets that we grew up with. Slim and sleek, minimalist wallets are a great solution to this issue. A slim wallet forces you to decide what you really need and leave the unnecessary at home. Minimalist wallets pare things down to the basic necessities. Most can hold three to five credit cards, your ID, and some cash. Despite...

With the races approaching faster than the horses set to race, the time crunch to find that perfect outfit is becoming realer by the minute. To provide some much need inspiration, South Australian Style spoke to Network 10’s Races Fashion and Entertainment Co-Host, Kate Freebairn. What are the biggest trends that you’re expecting to see this racing season? Coming out of COVID restrictions, this year’s Carnival is a big celebration and I expect the fashion to reflect that. We’ll be seeing lots of bold, bright, block colours and balloon sleeves. I’m a big fan for tailored suits and I think...

You might see spells on decorative signs or occult symbols placed on paperless books this Halloween season. Still, most are pretty worthless in terms of monetary value. There are, however, spells, books, and grimoires of all kinds on the market that are very valuable. But, of course, I am talking about the real ones, those published by famous occultists. Aleister Crowley Thoth tarot card deck. Many people are fascinated by the occult. Items can be both intriguing and valuable. It makes sense that so many collectors are entering this controversial market. Though many collectors are occultists themselves, you do not...

Ginger-spiked molasses spice cookies are perfect for cold weather and the holidays! With five warming spices and fancy molasses, this is a crowd favourite. Recipe excerpted from Earth to Table Bakes by Bettina Schormann and Erin Schiestel. Photography by Sophie MacKenzie. Molasses spice cookies, made with fancy molasses alongside a big hit of spice from cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice. The perfect fall and winter holiday cookie. From the book: “These ginger cookies are the perfect combination of chewy and crisp. The rolling sugar adds sweetness and a slight crunch to the spicy, chewy middles.” We agree! Baked and...