january-2010

GET CARRIED AWAY
We love the suitcases from the latest Vera
May Travel Bag Collection. Even if you’re
just on an overnight jaunt, there’s no
reason not to pack up in one of their stylish
and sturdy pull-along bags, fashionable
enough to double as a shoulder bag. The
hat-shape style suitcases particularly grab
our fancy. Travel suitcases from AU$165,
call +61 (2) 9734 8855 for stockists.
HAIR ALIVE
It’s time to do the Miessence Summer Hair Detox to return
health to stressed out hair. In addition to washing the hair a few
times with shampoo mixed with a small amount of bicarbonate
soda, using the clarifying hair rinse as well as the Protect Hair
Repair will also help. From AU$6.95 for a 50ml travel-size
Desert Flower shampoo; info on +61 (7) 5539 2011. And with
long days of partying, it’s a great idea to keep on hand Lee
Stafford Dry Shampoo (from AU$5.95 for 50ml travel size;
available at pharmacies) to make hair smell fresh and feel
cleaner by absorbing oil in the hair — no washing necessary.
HEALING TOUCH
You know you shouldn’t but occasionally everyone gets a
nasty case of sunburn. When this happens, what you need is
the Yuva Skin Rescue Serum (AU$93), rich in rosehip oil to
heal the skin. The Yuva H2O Mask (AU$46; stockists on www.
yuva.com.au) is a cooling gel mask with hops and seaweed
extract that will strengthen the skin against sunburn and
prevent further dehydration. For after-sun care, slather on
the Fruit of the Earth 100% Pure Aloe Vera Gel for a super
moisture boost (from AU$2.95 for a 56g Pure Gel bottle;
available at pharmacies).
HEALTHY GLOW
You don’t have to give up the sun-kissed effect — just do it
smart and safe with Naked Tan, a revolutionary organic spray
tanning solution that allows you to look naturally tanned after
just two hours. Professionally applied with results guaranteed,
even your closest friend will think you’ve just returned from a
Bali holiday! Find your nearest salon by calling 1300 365 683.
HAPPY FEET
Perfectly pedicured feet deserve a pair of
Island Way sandals, many of which have been
handmade by artisans in Kenya under Fair Trade
conditions. Add a hint of glam with heeled styles
or go casual with fl ats (from AU$79.95,
www.islandway.com). The intricate
beaded designs are a sure-fi re eye-catcher.
And for serious sightseeing days, slip on the
comfortable Merrell Plie (AU$189; stockists on
1300 304 799) — light and compact, with a mesh
upper to allow feet to breathe easy.
FLY ME
AWAY
Stephen Nagle
realised there
was a gap in
the market
for unique
concept stores and
discovered Flight 001
in New York’s West
Village. He’s opening two stores in Melbourne
and Sydney early this year. We pin him down
for a chat pre-opening.
Tell us how Flight 001 is just right
for Australia.
Australians love to travel and Flight 001 is the
world’s fi rst travel store — an all- inclusive,
retro-modern retail experience that satisfi es
the frequent traveller’s every need.
How often do new products get released?
Each year, the design crew releases new
products for the Christmas holiday season.
An amazing new product is the skeleton
carry-on case from Japanese designer Hideo
Wakamatsu. It’s see-through, so you need to
have nothing to hide! [Ed’s note: We’re loving
the just-released Blackbird Fly Camera, in our
favourite orange no less, for AU$220.)
What’s your favourite Flight 001 product
this year?
Th e seatpak. It’s a multi-zip pouch for stashing
your in-fl ight essentials that includes a side
loop for hanging on the latch of the tray table
of the seat in front of you.
What can’t you leave home without for a
summer holiday?
Th e Go Clean wetsuit bag — you can have that
last swim on the morning of checkout and put
your boardies or bikini in the drawstring bag
that has a treated interior to prevent mildew
and unwanted water in your suitcase.
Shop 044A Ground Floor, Melbourne Central,
tel: 1800 747 001 (no Sydney address yet)
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