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Iconic to the Melbourne Events Calendar, the Spring Racing Carnival offers more than just a day at the races. If you were to ask a group of people what they love about the event, it's unlikely they'll narrow it down to one thing. For some it might be 'the race that stops a nation', others could say fashion on the fields, and some will admit it's just about the opportunity to get a little too drunk with friends and potentially back a winner. But outside of the Racecourse itself, how do you emanate the stylish experience synonymous with the races...

With styling by the fabulous Sugar Coated Mama, and paperie graphics designed by our very own Managing Editor Astrid of PAPERplayground. Today we have the pleasure of sharing the 1st birthday editorial behind Sweet Magazines issue 11 cover story. Draped in baby blues and roaring red, the guest of honour was treated to a vintage vroom celebration that'd leave any car enthusiast jealous. Check out the images below, and be sure to check out the full article in Sweet Magazine. Concept and styling: Sugar Coated Mama Photography: Redmoose Photography Graphic Design and Paperie: Paper Playground Baby Bentwood Chairs, Hamptons bench...

Attempting to be secretive but getting caught red handed, or more appropriately - red lipped. I'm yet to meet someone who didn't rummage through their mums clothes or makeup as a young girl. Trying on items that they've been asked not too, or making a big ol' mess as they drop the open bottle of foundation across the carpet. That's why I adore today's birthday celebration designed by Shelley of Paper Face Party, who created a fashion party of epic proportion for Lola's 7th birthday that encouraged everyone to express themselves. As Shelley recounts - I was asked to create...

In recent years, many publications have taken it upon themselves to define the 'modern man'. Listing trivial or insignificant acts a male can perfect to accomplish what acquits to modern masculinity. While OIP don't agree with these seemingly rubbish lists, studies have shown that the modern dad now takes on more household and parenting responsibilities than their predecessors. We think that is a dad worth celebrating. So with Father's Day just a stone throw away, we've decided to present our modern dads with a contemporary and sophisticated celebration. Aiming to exude modern masculinity and embody the resilience of a fathers...