Itadaki World
Mia, fashion designer and creator of Itadaki World works hand in hand with her business partner, Tobey who produces quirky videos that demonstrates the beauty of her garments. The aesthetic of Itadaki world is derived from Japanese culture, originally inspired by traditional kimonos as well as Harajuku girls, Mia helps find an in-between with this style and everyday fashion with high quality constructed clothing with a modern twist on traditional Japanese culture.
Into the heart of Tasmania (found poems)
A series of poems by Jax Bulstrode (they/she), written during a writing residency in Lutruwita/Tasmania. These pieces, in particular, hold a lot of emotions that link straight back to the place and time Jax wrote them in, while they were living with a group of fellow writers, who felt connections to the environment grew and transformed.
So Much Left Unsaid
This short story by Miah Argent (she/her) gives an insight into the mind of the broken hearted. In a series of dated vignettes, Miah explores love, loss and longing—feelings we all know too well. Strap in for some emotional reading. Artwork by Ben Coultas-Roberts.
Hello Sisi
Sienna has quickly gained a cult following with the cute bags she makes under her brand Hello Sisi. From Miffy to Sailor Moon, Hello Sisi bags are as unique and cute as can be! We are obsessed with Sisi and cannot wait to see what she will do next
Fossil - Ruby Davis
Ruby Davis (she/her) is a Naarm based writer and artist and the current editor of online journal Sour Cherry Mag. Ruby was also the 2019 recipient of the Australian Writers’ Guild Mentorship Award and we are blessed to be able to showcase her writing. Fossil is a soothing poem facing artistic practice, permanence and the pressures of womanhood.
Fibref*cked
Demure gets chatting to Jodie Mennell (they/them), the skilful hands behind Fibref*cked. Sourced from independent sellers and hand spun yarn creators, Jodie’s crocheted pieces are free-handed and one of a kind.
World of Petals
World of Petals is all about sustainable floristry and creating mini meadow designs. We speak to owner and adorable florist Isabella Persano (she/her) about her new floristry brand and what has inspired this career move.
Courtney Young
Courtney Young is an emerging artist and regenerative farmer with a background in environmental restoration. Through her art practice, Young is interested in unpicking what it means to be a white woman and mother living and working in the Australian landscape. Her borderline abstract paintings challenge prevailing colonial approaches to understanding the landscape and question outdated wild/domestic, native/invasive dichotomies.
Feral Stone
Feral stone is an accessories brand based in Melbourne. Birthed during 2020’s harsh lockdowns, Feral Stone encapsulates a return to nature. Each unique item aims to marry your grandmas’ perfect pearls of a baroque variety alongside stones reminiscent of the Mesozoic era.