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HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'For me, sobbing in a tent was the first sign.'

by Holly Wainwright

'The $40 outfit that got more compliments than my most expensive looks.'

Eliza Sorman Nilsson

In 2024 Hollywood is attempting to make smoking ‘cool’ again.

'All the affordable perfumes I swear by that actually smell expensive.'

'I tried this anti hair-fall serum for 8 weeks. Here are my honest thoughts.'

'I got told my work outfit was begging for attention. The internet agreed.'

'I test beauty products for a living. These are the 5 I've actually finished.'

Why everyone is a bit woo woo right now.

'I thought I was stressed about my son's life-saving surgery. Then I received the diagnosis.'

The celebrity lookalike makeup trend is everywhere. Here's why it's a problem.

'I'm a financial planner who loves fashion. Here are all the ways I afford style on a budget.'

'I've discovered a handful of holiday homes in NSW that are like private family resorts.'

Eliza Sorman Nilsson

'I visited Copenhagen and noticed every chic woman was wearing this one item.'

'When my dad died, I felt relieved. I've been overwhelmed with guilt ever since.'

Exactly why celebs are wearing 'angel number' necklaces (and how to find out yours).

We've been getting 'the ick' for forever. But now it's gone too far.

Japanese head spas are everywhere right now. Here's what to know before going.

'I test beauty products for a living. Here's exactly what's worth buying in the sales.'

KATY GALLAGHER: 'When menopause pulls women out of the workforce, we all suffer.'

Modern Etiquette: The 26 plane and travel rules we wish everyone would follow.

Cassandra Green

LEIGH CAMPBELL: 'The $26 spray serum I love for hydrated and glowing skin.'

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Fashion

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Wellness

'I’m calling it: if you grew up being a cat person, you’ll agree with me on these 10 things.'

'When my dad died, I felt relieved. I've been overwhelmed with guilt ever since.'

We've been getting 'the ick' for forever. But now it's gone too far.

Travel

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'I went on my honeymoon alone after my fiancé died. Here's what I've learned about grief.'

HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: 'The family holiday that's actually a holiday.'

Holly Wainwright

'I spent 48 hours in The Outback. This is why you should too.'

Eliza Sorman Nilsson

'I just went to Japan for the first time. Here are all the things I wish I knew before.'

'I travelled solo for 3 months without my husband. One comment about it made me furious.'

This viral plastic bag hack will change the way you fly.

'I travel for a living and these are the top scams to look out for overseas.'

'I holidayed in an underrated Euro destination that feels like Croatia for a fraction of the cost.'

'This Aussie family destination is better (and cheaper) than Fiji.'

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We got all your period questions answered by a doctor.

Meet the woman who got her dog a 'designer vagina'.

'I was at the park when I heard a mother's cry for help. As a nurse, I sprung into action.'

Weddings

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All the ways gen Z are getting married differently to millennials.

'My mum didn't show up to walk me down the aisle. She said she blames me.'

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'I told my husband I secretly hate my engagement ring. His reaction floored me.'

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'My dream home was destroyed days before moving in. 9 months later, here's what's happened.'

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'I shared my bathroom reno online when people spotted a major stuff-up. It's just gotten worse.'

LEIGH CAMPBELL: '9 easy-to-wear items inspired by Copenhagen street-style.'

'I'm a 56-year-old model. This unlikely $15 product is my secret to smoother skin.'

You really shouldn't be peeing in the shower.

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Everyone is bag-maxxing right now.

LEIGH CAMPBELL: 'These 7 underrated products haven’t gone viral yet. But they should.'

The pursuit of wellbeing is making us unwell.

'I'm a beauty writer with fine, flat hair. Here are 6 products that actually work.'

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The real reason everyone is sick right now.

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'I'm a dermal therapist, and there are 5 skincare mistakes I always see.'

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'I'm 60 years old. These are my biggest regrets in life.'

'I get so many compliments on this bag — and it was only $18.'

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'I went looking for the perfect midi skirt for spring. Here are the best ones I found.'

'I'm going to sit in the seat I paid for.' How a viral airplane hack backfired.

'8 years after I survived cancer, my 15-year-old son received a terrifying diagnosis.'

Havaianas are making a comeback. But were they ever out?

'I tried the viral lip stain that's literally everywhere right now. Here are my thoughts.'

'At 15, I was forced to leave home. Now a mum-of-four, I'm grateful.'

'I've lost my job five times. Here's what I've learned.'

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The rise of the last-minute canceller — and why all your friends are doing it.

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