The December 10 Edition
Elyse Knowles and her gorgeous children grace our cover, and the model and mother talks with writer Lenny Ann Low about what makes Christmas special to her.
‘I’m very selective these days’: Elyse Knowles on motherhood and embracing the imperfect
The model sits down with Sunday Life to talk about her life in Byron Bay, being mum to two boys under three and why she’s returning to Melbourne for the holidays.
- by Lenny Ann Low
‘Rather than Elf on the Shelf, we have Mary and Joseph at our house’
Faith, food, family: December 25 looks different in every household. Three women speak about the joys – and challenges – that underpin their Christmas celebrations.
- by Dilvin Yasa
One question to avoid – and other etiquette tips for a joyful Christmas day
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… but only if we all use our manners.
- by Dilvin Yasa
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I’ve partied with royals and rockers. This is the best bash I’ve ever attended
Let me set the scene for you. Mick Jagger’s London home last year. Me, gyrating with the swivel-hipped dance demon himself.
- by Kathy Lette
‘A bucket list of vintage gems’: Inside Poppy Lissiman’s handbag collection
Today she’s the designer of her eponymous accessory brand, but her entry into luxury came at 12 years old when she bought her first Burberry.
- by Georgie Gordon
The Crown’s Kate Middleton is on the brink of fame. Why is everyone talking about her hair?
A transformational haircut has become a tried and tested strategy for a rebrand – just ask Emma Watson.
- by Tamara Abraham
Sophie Shaw: ‘People have judged me for having many partners since my marriage split’
The 33-year-old broke up with her husband, Jaryd Cachia, after she began falling in love with women.
- by Jane Rocca
Like many people, Leah spends every Christmas alone. This is how she copes
It can be challenging, but there are ways to infuse joy into the day.
- by Evelyn Lewin
‘Milk tea with boba pearls and half sugar’: Dami Im’s afternoon snack
“I walk around the city for half an hour to look around – and that’s my cardio for the day!” says the singer, who shares her day on a plate.
- by Nicole Economos
Deck your halls with the chicest Christmas decorations for your home
Festive finds for the tree and table, from a pine-scented candle to pretty plates that will outlast the holiday season.
- by Georgie Gordon
Adam Liaw’s honey and paprika glaze is a perfect match for ham
This honey and paprika glaze is a perfect match for ham.
- by Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw’s prawns with paprika aioli
This vibrant aioli is really just stuff mixed into mayonnaise. I’ve called it an aioli so you can say that to impress your guests!
- by Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw’s cherry and almond pavlova
Switching to icing sugar in your pavlova helps stabilise the meringue.
- by Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw’s tinto de verano
A refreshing red wine and lemonade cocktail that is similar to a sangria
- by Adam Liaw
Sagittarius: This week’s new moon will encourage you to go with the flow
Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned Astrologer Hedy Damari.
- by Hedy Damari