Last spring any mention of scuba was to be taken fairly literally. The trend centred around clinging diving-suit cuts, neon panels, exposed zips and neoprene-gone-luxe. But 2012 is the year of swirling influences of trends, and now it doesn’t matter if it’s Prada’s 50s inspired bodysuits or a floral Cavalli jacket; the neoprene plays second fiddle. It’s all about femininty infused with a sporty sensibility, and…

French flair and attention to detail coupled with an upbeat vibe and quirky decor make Hardware Societe one of Melbourne's places to go for a lazy breakfast or tasty brunch, writes David Hagger. Read the full review after the break.

Strictness and sensuality. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve paired those words together in the same sentence of late, like two alliterative peas at very different ends of the same pod. It’s a natural conclusion, though, if you consider that injecting some sense of buried desire is the best way to make stern high collars and stiff fabrics appealing. It’s a subplot of…

Skin-tight leather clothing, bondage inspirations, all black of course… it’s a familiar styling concept that’s been reinterpreted time and again across the past two years, and is likely to stay for as long as leather remains in vogue. But while the edginess has long faded away, the difference is in the detail. Gone are the studs and spikes we associated with leather and fetish in…

It’s rock-chic with a vintage twist when Eric Guillemain shoots model Tanya Dziahileva in looks that span 50s rock through to 60s mod, with some full-skirted goodness in between. Take note of the hair also, which straddles the space between tousled bed-hair and a rockabilly quiff.

Pulling off lingerie as outerwear isn’t all that difficult if you stick to the basics. Some thigh-high stockings, a silk slip… But if you want to take it a step further and add some creative flair (which we’d recommend to keep the look fresh), this shoot from Amica may serve as a guide. Keep an eye out for interesting ways of layering lingerie pieces to…

Sharing the same inspirations that shaped Karl Lagerfeld’s Pre-Fall 2009 collection for Chanel, Flair Italy editorially captures the luxury of Tsarist Russia in their July 2009 issue. Moving away from the folkish elements of the luxury bohemian trend, the ornate headpieces and opulent furs make for highly striking shots, however less likely to be emulated on the streets.