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Fashion and Israel: thoughts and a photo diary. Part 1

Fashion is about more than just the cut of cloth. It's something that's alive, something that's just as much about clothing as it is about how we feel and what do we when we wear it. Thus to understand fashion can be to understand cultures and subcultures; great designers fuse their cultural outlook into their creations, those with a great sense of style dress for the destination. Fashion has given us all an understanding of the cultures of Milan and Paris. But what of the places that don't feature so dominantly on the fashion map? In the first part of a series, Fashionising.com heads to Israel to take in its cities, its people and its clothing.

Burn notice: 6 luxury candles for your bachelor pad

Are any of your rooms feeling a little sad and smelling kinda stale? Trying lighting up a candle to brighten things up. They’re an inexpensive and effective way to add warmth and a sophisticated ambience to any living space – a sure fire way to impress any visitor. Rather than the cloyingly perfumed ones you’ll find a packet of six, well made candles provide a…

London cafe scene: Workshop Coffee Co

Who said you couldn't find excellent coffee in London? Workshop Coffee Company know how to roast beans and how to get the vibe right. While their smaller, drop-in Marylebone shop sticks to fuelling the city population with coffee, the Clerkenwell space is also a go-to for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner.

Designer ice cream? No, it’s love on a stick.

I have never tasted a Bardot ice cream. But stumbling across images of their product was one of those rare occasions when food wins you over well before your tastebuds are even aware that it exists. Bardot, a brand with several outlets in California, pitches that they don’t sell ice cream bars. “We sell Love. On a stick.”

Silo by Joost: sustainable cafe, Melbourne

What does it mean for a cafe to be sustainable? Silo by Joost is creating its own definition, making dreams a reality with its no-waste, sustainable and eco-friendly philosophy. It may be just a dot on the Melbourne map but this unique and inspiring cafe is making the right kind of waves. Find out more after the break.

The best way to pack for a summer getaway

The heat has set in and it’s definitely time for a quick vacation. We all love a little getaway to a sunny beach with minty cocktails and a beautiful aqua sea – but let’s not burst that bubble by packing inappropriately. Packing light and still having stylish outfits with you for a short getaway might sound overwhelming, like something that could suck the fun out…

Sydney bar scene: Eau de Vie

Sydney bar Eau de Vie is all about the cocktails. A place to go if you want to take your time experimenting with different drinks and getting to know your bartender well, it may be well hidden but it's worth the hunt. Warm, classic, and nostalgic, Eau de Vie is one of Sydney's well-kept secrets.

London cafe scene: Monmouth Coffee Company

The name doesn't lie: Monmouth Coffee Company is all about the coffee. There may be a wait to get your single-origin roast, but you know what they say about all good things... Nestled in Monmouth Street, Covent Garden, this coffee haven is worth a visit. Read more after the break.

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