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a stylish ‘I do’

The newest seafood and grill restaurant is dishing up delights. Find out what will take your fancy at Bonito Fish ‘n’ Grill.

Join us behind the scenes for September’s stunning bridal edition cover shoot; a truly collaborative local effort.

Toowoomba’s Renee Loxley says I do in a dress by local designer Rowen Couture.

Join us for this couple’s special day.

welcome back spring, we’ve missed you It’s Spring! And we couldn’t be more cheery, as I’m sure these pages will convey.

This month we have been swallowed in the blissful bubble of new love, with our wedding feature on Renee and Jonathan Jackson, as well as finding out some of the secrets that keep a relationship going over many years, with Mark and Jan Evans of Highfields.

We have a beautiful spread on how Style created this month’s cover image (p26, 27) photographed by Tim Swinson, and also take a look at the exciting Dining in the Dark event coming to Toowoomba.

Our tip is to wear a bib!

So join us as we celebrate spring and love in the community abundant in both.

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love in arms A story that begins in England and continues in Highfields

BY LISA MACHIN

The Women’s Royal Naval Service, affectionately known as Wrens, took great pride in their uniforms.

The picture of vintage glamour; stocking with seams running up the back, tailored jackets and uniform skirts, they were set apart from the other military divisions in their femininity.

27-year-old Jan was a petty officer in the Wrens, working as personal assistant to the commanding officer of the Royal Marines Base in Kent, England.

One day in 1977 Mark Evans walked through the door, and that was that.

“I remember him coming in being terribly polite, saluting,” Jan says.

“He must have made some impression.

“Yes, I don’t remember anyone before him or anyone after him so you must have made some impression,” she says, turning to her husband.

“I was just a thoroughly nice chap,” Mark retorts.

At 27, Jan was six years his senior.

“I remember thinking ‘he’s far too young’,” she says.

“Whenever he’d see me around the base he’d salute me, and he didn’t have to.”

Seeing them now, relaxing on the veranda of their Highfields home, it’s clear they have lost none of that original connection.

The pair began dating in April of the year they met, were engaged that August and married the following August.

It was a time of great excitement as they both continued their military careers.

Cutting a fine figure in uniform, Jan was the most photographed female officer for two years running, gracing the pages of Murdoch’s Sun newspaper, as well as promotional

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The pair moved to Australia in 1994, settling in Toowoomba and sending both their son Phil and daughter Jo to school here.

Jan will forever remember the day she told her husband the official news she was pregnant with Phil, their first child.

Mark, a serving helicopter pilot, was flying out to the Falklands that morning and Jan rang him five minutes before take-off to tell him the news.

“It was definitely on my mind,” Mark says.

“Another reason to come home, another thing to worry about.”

As they fix me a cup of earl grey tea in their lovely home I am struck by the ease these two have around each other.

Mark’s larrikin sense of humour is weathered good humouredly

by Jan, and there is an underlying mutual respect there which is harder to build than one may think.

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their secret?

“Being tolerant of each other, and complementing one another,” says Jan. “You get to a point where you have a shared history.

“The longer you are together the more you have invested in it; your children, your life together.”

“Occasional separation is good too,” Mark says.

“When you are both in a similar field, as we were, you have that shared mental model.”

And what of that question more of us struggle with than we’d like to admit in our relationships?

How do we handle those differences between ourselves and our partners?

Jan loves to read, Mark is not fussed.

The answer?

To create a reading room (no television!) in the back of the

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house.

Jan believe it’s about managing, not eradicating the differences.

“You don’t want to be clones of each other.”

The role of marriage in today’s world is certainly more questionable than it once was.

While the Evans don’t think it’s the be-all and end-all of a relationship, they believe it still has value to some.

“It’s a statement, but it’s a personal choice,” Mark says.

“If it’s important to you and it gives you a sense of security then go for it.

“If not, it doesn’t matter.”

A healthy relationship is something they’ve tried to pass on to their children.

“You don’t sit down and lecture them, you just hope they learn something from the example,” says Jan. “That’s all you can do — try to set an example and let them have a very stable childhood, so hopefully they realise that family life is important.”

Mark and Jan Evans with children Phil and Jo, add some glitz for a Hollywood house-warming party at their Highfields home. Phil flew back from overseas to surprise his mum for Mother’s Day.

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just one day

BY LETITIA ROBARTS

Dear brides, When you’re getting married it’s so easy to get caught up in planning the perfect wedding and sometimes that can create unnecessary stress and not to mention acting like bridezilla!

From comparing your wedding to a family member or a friends special day and being determined to make it better than theirs isn’t a good place to start planning from Dispose of the bridal magazines comparing yourself to other brides in the magazine — it’s not unhealthy and unrealistic, but it can make you feel like you’re not going to be good enough.

All of this can lead you to thinking that your day isn’t going to be special unless you’re a certain size or you have that $10,000 dress and the matching centrepieces and the right champagne for toasting.

Well here’s the voice of reason my dear: it’s all just fluff, okay?

If you can afford that $10,000 dress, you buy it honey, if you can get the centrepieces to match, by all means do it and if you can find a delicious toasting champagne, I salute you!

And if getting married inspires you to get back on the fitness wagon or crank it up a notch that too is fantastic, but remember your partner loves you for who you are, not only for how you look or what you choose to wear.

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In an experience like no other, Guide Dogs Queensland is putting together an evening that will put people in the shoes of others by hosting Dining in the Dark.

The event, Saturday, October 29, will be an unforgettable dining experience, where blindfolded guests will have a three-course menu and drinks, all consumed without vision, just as thousands of Queenslanders with little or no vision do, every

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day of their lives.

Dining in the Dark was developed by blind clergyman Jorge Spielman in the late 1990s.

Blindfolded dinner guests reported a heightened and more intense experience of flavour and texture, even from quite commonplace foods like carrots, chicken and chocolate.

Organisers promise Toowoomba’s event will serve up “a few close calls and plenty of laughs.”

Guests will be treated to dinner prepared by executive chef Richard May-Steers from Etiquette 24/7 Catering and Events, Toowoomba.

Pre-drinks are being held at The Office Bar from 5pm, and dinner is at the Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport from 6pm.

Tickets are $150 each, and corporate tables of 10 are available.

Join us for Dinner

blindfolded @ Dining in the Dark on Saturday, 29 October 2016 Dinner at Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport @ 6pm Join us for an unforgettable dining experience. You and your guests will indulge in a 3 course menu and selected beverages under blindfold, to experience dining as thousands of people in Queensland with low or no vision do, every day of their lives.

Tickets $150 each

(Corporate tables of 10 available) For further details and bookings please contact Aileen McGregor-Lowndes on 0457 413 046 or email a.mcgregor-lowndes@guidedogsqld.com.au

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A year ago the front cover of Style was graced by none other than Rachel Hohn, a beautiful Toowoomba girl and Lions Medical Research Personality Quest Entrant.

A year on, 22-year-old Rachel has been named the Lions Medical Reasearch Quest Highest Fundraiser, with the area covering the majority of Queensland and northern New South Wales.

Over ten months Rachel and her team, the Wilsonton Lions Club, raised a record amount of $73,210.19 that will go towards medical research at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane.

“My sister did this in 2012 and I’ve always had family involved in it so I’ve always wanted to be a part of it,” says Rachel.

“My best friend is also terminally ill with cancer, so it’s something that is very close to me.”

On top of this wonderful achievement, many people are now more aware of the needs of medical research due to the Gala Night that Rachel hosted with professor Ian Fraser at Downlands College throughout her fundraising process.

Professor Fraser developed the Gardasil vaccine, and his research was sponsored by money raised from this quest.

In terms of her future contributions in a charitable sense, Rachel’s generous and selfness nature is apparent.

“All I wish to do is continue raising awareness and keep fundraising for the Lions Club,” Rachel says.

Rachel is a registerd nurse working in the special care nursery at the Toowoomba Hospital.

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There is no better feeling than to clean out all the dreary drab reminders of winter and replace them with the fresh, colourful palettes of spring. Speaking of spring cleaning how often do you give your cosmetic/skincare cupboard a clean out? These handy tips will help you know what to throw and what to keep.

MAKEUP PENCILS Update: Sharpening your eye and lip pencils regularly keeps the tip fresh, meaning you should be able to hang onto them for around two years.

SHADOWS, LIPSTICKS AND GLOSS Update: Eyeshadows, lipsticks and glosses all generally last around two years. Tell-tale signs that it’s time to bin them are if the product changes consistency, scent or colour.

SUNSCREEN Update: Sunscreen is the one beauty product that is required by law to have the use-by date printed on the bottle.

This isn’t a guideline; sunscreen is ineffective if used after it has expired! Sunscreen can also spoil prior to its use-by date when overheated (say in a car glove box!) so discard if it’s discoloured or smells whiffy.

FOUNDATION Update: Foundations are resilient and last around 12-18 months.

Just watch out for changes in colour or texture or if it no longer gives the coverage it once did.

FRAGRANCE Update: Forget displaying pretty perfume bottles like trophies storing them in a cool, dark area away from sunlight preserves the scent. A perfume is past its best when the juice develops a yellowish tinge or when the scent changes.

SKINCARE Update: Everyday essential skin care items like cleansers and moisturisers last about six months after they’ve been opened.

Discard them if they change in colour or smell funky.

FACIAL POWDER & MINERAL PRODUCTS Update: If the growing hole in the middle of your oldest pressed powder doesn’t convince you that it needs replacing, this should powders are suppose to be abandoned a year after opening.

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MASCARA Update: Pumping a mascara wand in the tube oxidises it, making the product susceptible to bacteria contamination.

Considering mascara gets applied to the sensitive eye area it should be replaced every three months.

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making bones a priority The team at Southside Fitness explains how to help prevent osteoporosis

BY ZAIN GHAZNAVI

Typically when we think about our health we rarely think about our bones.

Building healthy bones now can mean less fractures and possibly no osteoporosis in the later stages of your life.

Many of us have heard of it, but what exactly is osteoporosis?

It is a disease that causes bones to become less dense, and more susceptible to fractures and breaks.

This can affect both men and women, but with a higher occurrence in women.

However, there is good news!

With a proper diet, exercise and lifestyle, osteoporosis can be easily preventable.

Several university studies suggest the most effective way to increase your bone density is to do load bearing exercises two to three times a week.

‘Load bearing’ simply means any exercise where your bones are under stress from a force being applied on them.

For example, a weighted squat will stress the bones in your legs and back.

Similarly, a chest press exercise will stress the bones in your arms.

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Come on down to Southside Fitness and check out our wide range of free weights, weighted vests, and racks.

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spring clean your pantry It’s the perfect time to do a spring clean around your house, so why not tackle your pantry and fridge while you’re at it?

It makes healthy eating a lot easier when you have an organised space.

Here are some tips on what to keep and what needs to go.

START WITH A CLEAN SWEEP You won’t be able to see how you can best utilise the space until everything is out, so remove everything and give the shelves and floor a good clean down.

DITCH ITEMS PAST THEIR USE

BY DATE AND WELL PAST THEIR BEST BEFORE DATE

Foods which haven’t been used in the past month or that you have no need for in the near future need to be binned as well.

Be honest with yourself!

It’s only a waste of space.

CHECK ALL ITEMS ARE BEING STORED CORRECTLY

This is vital in preventing food spoilage and helps maintain the nutritional density of foods.

Dry ingredient should be stored in airtight containers with labels to identify the ingredient and the expiry date.

THROW OUT NASTIES

Although the occasional extras won’t do damage, we don’t need to have a stock supply in our cupboards.

Check the ingredient list to see what nasties have been added.

Throw foods that have a long list of artificial colours, preservatives or flavours.

SWAP IT

For pantry items such as canned vegetables, choose no added salt or reduced salt varieties.

Choose wholemeal flours, pastas, breads and brown rice.

Choose high fibre cereals and snacks.

Try to limit the purchase of bottled sauces and condiments, or have a go at making these yourself.

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take back control It is an unfortunate fact that childbirth and even menopause can cause changes to the vagina, which may affect feminine wellness.

Damage can diminish sensation during sexual activity, reduce satisfaction and change the relationship between partners.

Whether the changes are physical, functional or relate to self image, the non-surgical treatment ThermiVa is now available at Allure Clinic, ThermiVa, for internal and external vaginal rejuvenation.

Thermiva treatments use radiofrequency energy to gently heat tissues to rejuvenate collagen. Thermiva is different from other non-surgical treatments for this area because it isn’t a laser, doesn’t hurt and consequently can be used externally to gently rejuvenation. There is no discomfort or downtime.

ThermiVa treatments are performed in a confidential setting with a female practitioner, and will fit into a busy woman’s schedule, with treatments taking less than an hour.

Three treatments are recommended one month apart, however most patients have reported noticeable improvement in their symptoms within the first week of treatment.

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It’s the little things that make a wedding really special — and incredible jewellery is one of them.

Here’s how to sparkle on your big day.

Weddings — they can make even the hardiest cynic tear up upon sight of the excited bride making her way down the aisle; not to mention the man waiting for her at the end.

Then there’s the gathering of many loved ones in one room, united for a single cause: the celebration of two people in love, promising their lives to each other.

With this comes fantastic food, a whole host of lovely new memories and — one of the best things of all — the chance to dress up in beautiful clothes.

And where would stunning outfits be without jewellery?

Whether it’s the bridal party, the mothers of the bride and groom, or the groom and groomsmen themselves, artfully chosen pieces can make or break a look.

Which is why Central Jewellers have compiled your definitive guide to wedding jewellery that includes ideas, inspiration and handy tips to ensure the day’s finishing touches are just right.

Bridesmaids ° The style of the jewellery should complement any themes or looks going on in the bridal party and the wedding as a whole. ° Factor in the colour of the dresses: if they’re dark, lighten up the look with some colourful silver pieces. ° The cut of the dress is an important deciding factor, especially the neckline.

If it’s high, opt for beautiful earrings instead of a necklace.

Bride & mothers of the bride & groom ° Opt for timeless classics like diamonds and pearls, which give a hint of heritage and heirloom. ° Buy your dress first, then your jewellery. Make sure your jewellery doesn’t overwhelm your outfit or the reverse.

Less is more, though — it’s a balancing act, so the more ornate your dress, the simpler your jewellery should be. ° Pick quality pieces you can see yourself wearing again — it makes the investment that little bit more worthwhile plus you’ll forever have the memories attached.

Groom & groomsmen ° Cufflinks are imperative — there are millions to choose from and they’re a great way to add some personality to your ensemble.

They also make an excellent thank you gift for groomsmen. ° Consider a plain silk pocket square for some dashing vintage appeal and visual interest. ° A necklace when simple and uncrowded by other jewellery, can add some refreshing bling to a well-cut wool suit — just make sure its tucked into his shirt

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Birds of Tokyo will be performing at the Flower, Food & Wine Festive on

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the ergon energy flower, food & wine festival: september 16-25

Revel in the breathtaking flavours, produce and wine from southern Queensland country, and meet one of the world’s well known garden designers and landscapers, Charlie Ablone and celebrity chef Miguel Maestre.

To prove that Toowoomba is certainly making its mark on a worldwide platform, and this is shown at this event, with renowned globetrotting band Birds of Tokyo performing at the festival.

The band will perform on Friday, September 16 at 8.30pm at The Heritage Bank Community Stage Upper Queens Park, and tickets can be booked online at

http://tcof.com.au/events/birds-oftokyo/.

Other performers include Montaigne, Emma Louise, The Chantoozies, Eurogliders, Models, Katie Noonan’s Vanguard, The Whitlams and the Toowoomba Concert Orchestra and Tim Finn.

Ticket prices are as follows: • Adults: $33 • Student/concession: $28 • Child: $14 • Family: $75 The Ergon Energy Flower, Food & Wine Festival is the epitome of the Carnival of Flowers’ spirit, so make sure you enjoy the fun from September 16.

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New artist Kinah McKinnon shares how she came to be an artist and now sells her work

EMERGING ARTIST: Kinah McKinnon has recently started selling her artwork after keeping it just a hobby for years.

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Style magazine sits down and has a chat with local emerging artist Kinah McKinnon What made you get into art?

I have always loved being creative and my Dad and siblings have always been quite talented with art, so it was something I picked up by watching them do it.

I found that I really enjoyed it and it was something that I was good at.

Is there a particular type of medium you prefer to work with?

My favourite medium would be soft pastels, but I also enjoy using acrylic paints, spray paints and coloured inks.

How long have you been selling your work for?

I have only recently started to sell artworks.

I had a few requests for it by word of mouth so I thought I would try to pursue it further.

I still do art mainly for my own leisure and as gifts for family and friends.

Do you have a favourite work among your own artworks?

My favourite artworks to do are sketch portraits of famous people, as I love focussing on attention to detail.

My favourite sketch is of Marlon Brando.

How have you experimented in your art? What were your most successful and most failed experiments?

I have recently started to experiment with spray paints and really enjoy playing around with all the colours.

I had one occasion where I accidentally had the can facing the wrong way and sprayed it on my face — I won't do that one again!

What or who gives you inspiration to be artistic?

It is just something I have always loved to do, and I find it very calming and relaxing.

Are your family and friends supportive of you as an artist?

My parents and family are very supportive and encouraging of me. My Dad loves to find me cool ideas to try out.

Where can the general public purchase your work, and/or contact you to request one done?

I have now made a Facebook page (facebook.com/ kinsartworks) and also have some pieces available for purchase at the Grand Central newsagency.

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mellow yellow Announce the pleasant change in weather to the whole household

The trick to refreshing your home for spring is all things in moderation.

Not only is replacing all your home decor expensive, but impractical as well.

Instead incorporate accents of colour into an otherwise subdued room and give that pop of colour to mimic spring flowers doing the same in nature.

Patterns are another great way to inject a dose of energy to a space without requiring an extravagant makeover.

And of course, spring’s signature dish... fresh blooms!

While they may cost a pretty penny, there is no real comparison to returning home to the scent and sight of fresh flowers.

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It’s September!

Time to rejoice... and step outside in the evenings once more.

The great thing about today’s furniture world is there are just as many great decor options available for the exterior of your home as the interior.

Chair swings like this vintage one, pictured, are a great addition to your garden, with cushions adding a pop of colour that work beautifully set against a block-coloured feature wall or simply in the green of your backyard.

Remember to choose a tough fabric such as canvas to withstand the elements.

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BY CLARE STANDFAST

For a year or two, the now Mr and Mrs Jonathan and Renee Jackson wandered past each other on the same floor of the National Australia Bank, not knowing that in five-and-a-half years, they’d be standing at The Abbey Cobaki Lakes saying “I do”.

After a particularly terrible Tuesday at the office, a drink at a bar brought the pair together, and the rest, as they say, is history.

“Her parents broke the mould when they made Renee,” says Jonathan of his new wife.

“She is larger than life, and sometimes she reminds me of a strange cross between a modern day Audrey Hepburn and a cartoon character with her great sense of style and happy go lucky personality, and her laugh is a ripper too — it can make other people start laughing when they hear it.

“She also knows how to make everyone feel instantly at ease when she meets them — it’s an amazing thing to watch.”

Jonathan certainly isn’t wrong about his medical student wife Renee — her beautiful smile tells a thousand words, her mannerisms and glances telling tales of a person who is purely and selflessly in love.

“Captain romantic came up with the least romantic wedding proposal in Australia,” Renee laughs.

“On our fourth anniversary, we were walking to the car on an average Saturday afternoon and as we walked past our wheelie bins, Jonathan asked if I’d like to make it official and tell our parents, and that was it — we picked up the engagement ring from the jeweller about two weeks later.”

The gorgeous pair had a morning ceremony starting at 11.30am on the lawn overlooking The Abbey Cobaki Lakes in the Tweed Hinterland.

All of the formalities were over by 2pm, and the afternoon was non-stop food and drinks, surrounded by friends and family in the relaxed atmosphere they were aiming for.

The day was a vintage Kentucky derby-style wedding with crisp white table cloths, navy and white table runners, cut crystal vases and bright, happy flowers.

The venue was scattered with picnic rugs and lots of vintage games such as chess, cards, coits, bocce and pickup sticks,

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way she moves adding to the fun and relaxed feel of the day.

Renee’s dress was made by Clare Greenhill of Rowen Couture in Toowoomba, who embodied her desire for a classy, conservative 1950’s tea-length dress perfectly.

“Clare made it exactly how I wanted it, it was beautiful,” Renee said.

Never to be forgotten, the couple’s rings certainly made an impression.

Renee’s rings are an antique style; the engagement ring a copy

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Jonathan is always making me laugh. With his wicked sense of humour, he thinks he fools me with his sarcasm and nonchalant demeanor, but really he is a true gentleman. He looks after me, he is my packhorse, my butler and my chauffeur — a top bloke.

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of a 1930s antique ring, and the wedding band was made to suit it, with fine millgrain detailing.

Jonathan’s ring is a simple brushed titanium ring.

The pair had their rings made by Andronis Fine Jewellery in Fortitude Valley.

Renee and Jonathan kept it simple, having their brother and sister in their bridal party, and the breathtaking bride walked down the aisle to the song ‘something in the way she moves’, by James Taylor.

While Jonathan and Renee were over the moon with their minimalist, relaxed wedding, they believe the highlight of their reception was Jonathan’s father’s speech.

“At the age of 82, John Jackson kept everyone entertained with an incredibly witty speech,” Renee smiles.

In terms of future plans, Renee is finishing her medicial degree.

“We’ll hopefully fit some kids in around it during the next couple of years,” Jonathan grins.

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wedding day Go behind the scenes of the Style Front Cover Photoshoot

Nevertheless, at Style magazine we like to make the impossible possible and give our photographer Tim Swinson a challenge.

We set out to capture the natural beauty that The Garden City boasts, and wanted our model to also embody the same natural beauty.

Georgia Gierke, who has never modelled before, showed real talent.

Perhaps something to consider on the side of her agronomy career!

The Springs Garden World proved the perfect location and the stars aligned for a brief moment when the sun peeked its face out to let us capture the front cover image.

Make sure to check out the behind the scenes photos on our Facebook page Style Magazines Toowoomba.

Dress and Jewellery by

Ferrari Formalwear and Bridal This Madison James lace bridal gown features a contoured halter neckline edged with beads and Swarovski crystals. This is available in white silver and ivory silver as well as champagne, ivory and silver, and comes in sizes 2 to 32.

The bracelet and earrings worn were supplied by Ferrari Formalwear and Bridal.

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Style were lucky enough to have Mirror Mirror Makeup Artistry apply their makeup for the cover. In keeping with the natural but defined theme, Georgia’s eyes popped with smokey shades that completed her own eye colour and natural strip lashes. Her base makeup was created to grow with a hint of soft contouring to ensure the definition was visible in photographs. The lip colour was custom mixed on the spot for Georgia to suit her complexion.

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Toowoomba Flower Market Created by Dutch master florist Debby Birach-Mayer, the flowers used in the archway were Colombian roses, peppercorn berry, magnolia, hypacallama and poppies.

The colours chosen for this piece are trending at the moment - peach, pinks, creams and whites.

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Archway and Location by

Hair for the shoot was styled by Minx Contemporary Hair Boutique. Minx created an upstyle that had soft volume through the front for a little bit of height.

They kept with a broken-up organic texture and minimal hairspray to avoid a crunchy old-fashioned look. Around the face they left out a small amount of hair with a gentle bend rather than a curl. The aim was to give the upstyle a modern feel with a traditional elegance.

The hair was styled using all L’Oreal Professional products.

The Springs Garden World has long been a popular location for weddings. Their beautiful outdoor space provides the ideal backdrop, such as this iconic water feature where our front cover image was captured. The archway is one of several items available at The Springs, and its rustic brown colouring worked beautifully with the apricot and peach tones of the floral arrangement.

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the rural lawyer At Best Wilson Buckley, we know that as family lawyers we’re not on anyone’s bucket list to meet.

We work in an incredibly personal area of life and the law, and it is people that make our line of work so incredibly rewarding and challenging at the same time.

That’s why we celebrate the exceptional people that we have the good fortune to call our team.

Andrew McCormack has practised exclusively in family law since 2005, recently promoted to senior associate at Best Wilson Buckley.

He is an accredited family law specialist, and a collaboratively trained family lawyer with a interest in the impact of family law in rural areas.

Why family law?

The answer is pretty simple, I love a challenge [and] practising in family law means that you need to know more than just family law.

On a daily basis I am trying to help people [and] I don’t always know the answers to their questions, and I readily admit that To help them I need to work with other professionals who are trained in these areas and can provide solutions, [and] at the end of it, I get a lot of satisfaction knowing I have helped someone as best as I can.

How do you unwind? What do you do in your spare time?

Yoga and gardening.

Most Saturdays you’ll find me at Bunnings or Masters in my yoga gear with my daughters in tow.

What is number one on your bucket list?

I’d love the chance to study somewhere like Cambridge.

It was founded in 1209 [and] my alma mater, UQ, has only been around since 1909.

Who was your childhood hero growing up?

"It’s a toss-up between Satler and Waldorf from the Muppet Show or The Count from Sesame Street."

You can follow Andrew’s blog, The Rural Family Lawyer at www.theruralfamilylawyer.com/.

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beautiful garden affair take in the breathtaking State Rose Garden in Newtown Park, p42

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quality shines Iconic fine jeweller Lannah Dunn has offered the finest selection of modern and antique jewellery to customers on the Darling Downs and beyond for over three decades.

With the new look store at 175 Margaret St, Lannah Dunn is still true to its original offering of high end, exceptional antique jewellery and now offers an extensive modern collection with the best selection for the discerning bride.

The boutique offers a refined selection of modern engagement and wedding rings for the bride and groom, coupled with original vintage and antique pieces selected by the LD girls in Europe and the United Kingdom.

Included in this selection are magnificent one-off platinum diamond engagement and wedding rings, opulent rose and yellow gold pendants and lockets and sentimental trinkets.

September marks an important occasion for the Dunn family with Lannah's eldest daughter, Eala, celebrating her marriage.

Experiencing a family wedding first-hand has encouraged Lannah to expand the bridal selection at LD to not just cater to

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The current selection of South Sea pearls and diamond matching jewellery at her two boutiques are definitely worth a peek.

From centuries old turquoise lovebird brooches to diamond set hearts and arrows, the team at Lannah Dunn create each piece to make you feel and look more beautiful.

The modern bride or mother of the bride may choose from the collection of Australian South Sea pearls, strands, pendants, earrings and bracelets.

LD offers a stunning selection of jewellery for women, designed by women.

Lannah Dunn Toowoomba has seen many changes in 31 years of business, and exciting changes are planned in coming weeks to enhance what is already said to be a pleasurable experience for those who visit.

LD is also proud to continue its support for the Breast Cancer Foundation with over $10,000 in cash donations over the past 10 years and their second year of sponsoring the Blushing Week High Tea with a pop-up shop and major prizes at Inbound last month.

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shining entrance Your big day already comes with so much excitement and pressure the last thing you need is another hassle.

Every bride wants the perfect entrance to her wedding day, and making sure the car of your choice shines both on the day and later when it is returned to the lender, is essential.

Beans and Bubbles hand car wash provides the perfect service and a great cup of coffee to boot.

Husband and wife team Mark and Jamie Prentice have received excellent customer feedback, with 54 five-star ratings.

"Our washing techniques suit every client; we tailor the service to the individual vehicle," Mark says.

"You can drop the vehicle off and go for a shop, go for a walk through Queens Park, and we’ll give you a call when it’s ready."

Visit the online menu for plenty of options such as a mini detail and polish package or a platinum plus package for those vintage models needing a little extra love.

divine downs Looking for a wedding venue that radiates class and sophistication, yet exudes the character and charm of stunning art deco architecture?

A place that provides the perfect backdrop for your photos and ticks the boxes for great catering and stellar service?

Downs Club Toowoomba is a not-for-profit association that has a rich history stretching back more than 120 years, and its grounds — a Victorian club house built in 1889 — make it the perfect location for a range of functions, particularly weddings.

But there is far more to this great location than just a pretty face; with a recently renovated kitchen that serves delicious food, as well as fantastic service from a friendly team, your wedding will be sure to impress.

Capable of seating 110 guests and offering a spacious garden, off street car park, and a number of uniquely styled rooms for photos including a billiard room and an award-winning wine cellar, makes the Downs Club Toowoomba your first choice, and experience the taste of quality.

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rainbow styling There is nowhere more tranquil to tie the knot than Queensland’s stunning Rainbow Beach on the Cooloola Coast.

Plantation Resort at Rainbow is located directly opposite Rainbow Beach and offers an intimate location.

This luxury accommodation would spoil any bride and groom.

For bridal couples staying in the three-bedroom, ocean-view penthouse apartment, the rooftop can be utilised free of charge for the wedding ceremony or an intimate reception.

With a picturesque view over rainbow Beach our beachfront Terrace Apartments are the perfect place to relax and unwind before and after your special day.

You can even have your ceremony or reception on your private rooftop terrace which will be sure to amaze your guests.

Other ceremony options are the nearby beach and other picturesque locations, all within walking distance, with plenty of stunning photo opportunities available.

Plantation Resort can cater for group bookings, with breakfast and champagne hampers available on request.

The new bar-cafĂŠ-restaurant Coffee Rocks @ Rainbow has full function facilities available for wedding receptions and private functions which can be booked direct or in conjunction with your accommodation at Plantation Resort.

Coffee Rocks @ Rainbow can provide catering as well as private bar and staff for an intimate rooftop reception or post ceremony drinks and tapas.

So take the stress out of your special day with Plantation Resort at Rainbow Beach.

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get the glow LASER REJUVENATION

Every bride wants luminous skin on their wedding day, and having flawless skin can be as important as the gown.

At Australian Skin Clinics Toowoomba, their experienced aestheticians and technicians can assist with a range of skin conditions and concerns, including uneven skin tone and texture, pigmentation, acne and blemishes, wrinkles and lines, unwanted hair and more.

Australian Skin Clinics recommends doing these five things before your wedding:

Laser skin treatments are a fantastic treatment for evening out skin tone, targeting freckles, pigmentation, acne concerns, general redness and age spots.

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Anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers are used to reduce lines and wrinkles and also improve facial volume and contours, reducing the appearance of aging and providing a softer, more refreshed look.

9-STEP MICRODERMABRASION

The 9-step microdermabrasion exfoliates the outer skin surface, improving circulation, stimulation of collagen and nourishment for the skin.

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Laser hair removal is a fast and affordable way to say goodbye to unwanted hair.

Their medical grade treatment is suitable for all skin and hair types, providing long-lasting results and silky smooth skin.

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The Australian Skin Clinics’ range of proven advance skin peels can be tailored to individual needs, ideal for sun damage, pigmentation and uneven skin tone and dreaded breakouts.

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a decorated life At Val’s Curtain Warehouse you will be decorating with one of the best in the industry.

This locally owned and operated business if one of Queensland’s largest independent curtain retailers with a massive range of fabrics.

Most importantly, Val’s Curtain Warehouse prides itself on quality stock fabrics with affordable prices.

There is also a large sample room where customers are spoilt for choice when decorating their homes.

Their passionate, experienced and knowledgeable staff will ensure your decorating experience is a pleasurable one.

Val’s Curtain Warehouse manufacture and supply curtains, bedspreads, bed heads, cushions, swags and tails, padded pelmets, roman blinds, shutters, blinds, wallpaper, hardware and accessories.

The team at Val’s Curtain Warehouse looks forward to decorating with you and invite you into their store.

Come in and meet their in-home interior decorator who can help you with all your decorating needs.

Sometimes it’s easy for mums to feel left out — for example, dad gets to walk his daughter down the aisle and give her away, while mum watches on.

It’s a massive part of a parent’s life to see their child get married, so it can be wonderful to involved mum in the wedding where possible.

Here are some ideas to lovingly include your mum in your wedding. ° Carry her with you: Some women like to put a very small picture of their mum, a brooch or a piece of jewellery of their mother’s in their bouquet. ° Pass the rings: Have your mother as opposed to the best man or maid of honour pass the rings to your fiancé at the altar.

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“For those who prefer quality”

Hogans Family Jewellers have become synonymous in Toowoomba for exquisitely handcrafted jewellery.

For over 70 years we’ve specialised in stunning engagement, wedding and eternity rings using only hand selected, high quality certified diamonds.

Many stunning jewellery pieces still remain with their original families and continue to be cherished.

“Hogans jewellery and diamonds are forever”.

When quality is your choice, choose Hogans Family Jewellers for your unique engagement ring or that special piece of jewellery.

Select from our extensive range of hand selected jewellery or have one of our internationally trained, award-winning jewellers design a keepsake especially for you.

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Your wedding day is one to truly treasure, and with photos as an enduring testament, each bride deserves to shine on her wedding day.

The team at Minx Contemporary Hair Boutique takes pride in offering luxurious service and immaculate service for your special day.

Step into luxury at the Minx bridal suite, fully catered by Café Valetta, and enjoy preparing for your wedding in the perfect atmosphere with your bridal party.

With hair and makeup packages available, including air-brush makeup for the ultimate finish, Minx can create the look you have dreamed of walking down the aisle in.

All you have to do is sit back and relax with your bridesmaids, as the professionals take care of your flawless look.

The private suite offers decadent high-tea-style treats and champagne, with gold, silver and bronze wedding packages available.

Hair extensions are also available for hire for brides wanting extra length or thickness for their look.

For those who want to indulge in some pampering prior to their big day, the Minx pre-wedding pamper package is extremely popular.

With a range of services including the cut and colour of your choice,

a deluxe hot towel treatment with shine and protein boosters, expert brow shape and tint, eyelash tint, and runway-ready blow-dry or straighten — as well as a complementary light lunch and drink — Minx’s pre-wedding pamper package is the ultimate way to relax and destress.

And with the option to book as a group or for an extra cost, trial your hairstyle for the wedding day, it’s no wonder so many brides book these packages for the beginning of their hen’s parties.

As Hairstylist of the Year state finalist for the Australian Bridal Industry Academy Awards for the last two years, as judged by former brides, Minx Contemporary Hair Boutique’s reputation for delivering stunning results and fantastic service speaks for itself.

The team continues to add that special touch to the big day of brides, under tutelage of owner Beau Minnett, who has trained in New York for bridal hairstyling.

Be sure to book your package in the Bridal Suite early to make the team at Minx Contemporary Hair Boutique part of your special day.

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an intimate affair

Embrace a garden wedding at the Queensland’s State Rose Garden

Roses have long been a symbol of love and beauty, chosen by countless brides to adorn their special day.

purchased in 1913 as ‘a breathing space for the people,’ and opened the following year.

There is no Toowoomba wedding venue that captures the beauty of this tradition better than Queensland’s State Rose Garden in Newtown Park.

Nick and Natalie Hills were married in the garden last year, and said it was a spectacular feeling.

With amenities and a wedding pagoda available, it offers the perfect mixture of convenience and privacy to share your day with special guests and loved ones in Toowoomba’s iconic garden.

Opened in 2001, the gardens have hosted many wedding parties in their beautifully manicured and maintained grounds.

The grounds have a great history, with the land

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October, 2016 from 1:30pm o to major Proceeds of the day will go eensland’s new extensions in the Que State Rose Garden in Newttown Park, Holberton Street.

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“I would recommend it to other brides in a heartbeat!

“It was absolutely perfect, every single person at the wedding said it was like a fairytale.”

ore will be Donations of $2,000 or mo anent plaque commemorated with a perma which will be placed in the entry pavilion

Natalie and her husband Nick specifically wanted an outdoor ceremony, and always had their heart set on the venue.

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“I never even considered other venues to be honest, I always said I was getting married under the arbour and that was that,” Natalie said.

“It was the most spectacular feeling.

“I felt like a princess walking through an elegant garden; it was ethereal.”

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wedding cake time Forget the wedding cakes of old — hoards of people are leaving those behind in favour of alternate wedding treats such as dessert tables, individual sweets, wacky cakes, lolly stands and more.

As people are coming more diverse in a number of different areas across their weddings such as fashion, venue, flowers and more, the options and designs of cakes are growing as well.

It’s no longer just simply a fruit cake with white marzipan — many cake decorators will give you a variety of different options in terms of flavours or designs, and will work with you to create an artwork as well as a wonderful bite to eat.

Websites such as Pinterest offer wonderful inspiration to create your perfect cake.

It’s best to print off these ideas and take them to your chosen cake decorator so that you can create your masterpiece together.

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the new pace setter

BY IAIN CURRY

Ah, Jaguar. The very name conjures images of classic drop-top sports cars, luxury limousines and race cars piloted by dashing drivers.

So what’s this? An SUV with a Jag badge? Yes, the famous British marque has hopped on the hottest bandwagon in town by offering an all-wheel drive high rider: the F-Pace.

But really, it’s the car Jaguar had to make. Penned by the same designer responsible for some of the most spectacular Aston Martin and Jaguar sports cars of the last two decades, the F-Pace oozes presence, class and the impression of speed.

Will any be used off-road? Of course not, but the new Jaguar SUV will be the latest must-have for stylish school run mums, joining the likes of SUVs offered by Porsche, BMW, Mercedes and Range Rover.

The F-Pace looks expensive, doesn’t it? But a drive away price of price of $83,990 for the 20d Prestige diesel looks fine value indeed. You can pay over $120,000 for the range topper which hits 100kmh in just 5.5 seconds, but all F-Paces offer leather interiors, as you’d expect in a Jaguar.

Such is the cachet of the Jaguar brand, the starting price and the unquestionable style, the F-Pace is set to be Jag’s best seller in Australia in no time at all.

I have always loved jaguars – I love their style and simple elegance – also my father and brother drive them, plus I already owned an XKS and have kept it for my long work trips into country NSW when I load it up with equipment and product.

I think the F-type has a sexy profile.

I enjoy the manual version of my car to drive to and from work, as well as to the oval where I run several times a week. It also has plenty of understated power on the open road.

I would definitely recommend this car to others. ~ Dr Julie Bradford

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Two great page-turners

FALLING by Jane Green is not your conventional romance.

Main character Emma left her strict upper-crust English life eight years ago and found success in a finance career.

Finding herself less than content with this life, Emma rents a beach cottage and meets her new landlord Dominic and his young son.

The two gradually fall in love, but Emma finds she needs to put effort in to make things work.

film Bridget Jones is back IT’S BEEN over a decade since we saw Bridget Jones with Mark Darcy in Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, but now she’s back and in as much a mess as ever in Bridget Jones’s Baby.

As well as Renee Zellweger and Colin Firth coming back to resume their roles as Bridget Jones and Mark Darcy, the film will include Patrick Dempsey as new character Jack Qwant.

As the title suggests, the storyline of the movies includes Bridget finding herself unexpectedly pregnant.

Now in her forties, Bridget finds herself single again when she breaks up with Mark Darcy.

While focusing on her career and feeling like she has everything under control — for once — Bridget suddenly meets Jack Qwant and finds her love life revived.

Everything is going well until Bridget discovers she’s pregnant and is only 50 per cent sure if the father is Mark or Jack.

As well as the three main characters, the cast will include Academy Award winner Emma Thompson.

It is produced by Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner as well as Debra Hayward.

The film hits the cinemas on September 16, with an advanced screening for Chicks at the Flicks on Wednesday, September 7.

COLSON Whitehead has done it again, this time tackling the topic of slavery with a combination of historical fact and his own imagined events.

The novel follows teenage slave Cora who is determined to escape from a cotton plantation in Georgia.

When Cora escapes, she travels on an underground railroad and encounters different harsh worlds at each stage of her journey.

theatre Annie comes to town YOU CAN bet your bottom dollar you will love Toowoomba Choral Society’s production of Annie.

With two casts consisting of local children, the show follows orphan character Annie in New York City as she tries to find her parents.

When this doesn’t go to plan, Annie still manages to thwart the plans of Miss Hannigan and find a new family with billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his secretary Grace Farrell and her dog Sandy.

More than 100 children auditioned for the musical, with the final cast in two groups numbering a total of over 90.

The production will be on at the Empire Theatre from September 9 to 11, with two night shows and two matinees.

Book at empiretheatre.com.au or by calling the box office on 1300 655 299.

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japan at its finest Japan is many things, and stunning is certainly one of them.

There are some wonderful Japanese wedding traditions that are surprising to others, yet a pride of the nation.

Called the yuino in Japanese, the engagement ceremony is predominantly an exchange of gifts.

The most popular gifts include seaweed called ‘konbu’ that refers to ‘child-bearing woman’, white hemp that sends wishes of growing old together, and a folding fan for future wealth.

Most weddings take place in Shinto temples, with water pavilions, stone dogs and tall red gates symbolising the division between the corporeal and spiritual worlds being in abundance.

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There is also the sake-sharing ceremony, ‘San-San-Kudo’, that is traditional in both Buddhist and Shinto Japanese weddings.

There are three stacked cups of sake, and both the bride and groom have to take three sips, as the name suggests.

Japanese culture believes this represents love, wisdom and happiness, while others believe it represents earth, heaven and mankind.

Women will almost always wear white, and grooms will usually opt for black, but often wear kimonos.

It is common for brides to wear a white silk hood over their hair called a ‘wataboshi’, as it represents humility and modesty.

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travel | style

jewel of queensland

BY CLARE STANDFAST

As I stepped off the plane at Cairns and noticed the backdrop of lush green hills, I was immediately reminded of Phuket, Thailand.

How had I never been here, I wondered?

I had this absolute gem right in my backyard.

However, I wasn’t staying in Cairns — I was heading an hour north, to Port Douglas.

Colloquially known as Port, I hit the town on Saturday night, and was pleasantly surprised by the mixture of people I met.

This small town of just over 3000 people attracts people from across the world, all of whom have their own — and often very interesting — story.

People complained how cold the night was at 23 degrees, and all I could do was laugh and think of Toowoomba.

The next day brought something I was very much looking forward to — visiting the Great Barrier Reef.

Believe me when I tell you, it is truly something you can’t miss.

Being one of the seven natural wonders of the world, it is bigger than the Great Wall of China and is the only living thing on earth visible from space.

As I went out on the reef with the team from Quicksilver Cruises, I had no idea what I was in for.

I’ve snorkelled in some beautiful parts of the world, but to be completely honest — nothing compares to the Great Barrier Reef.

Upon slipping into the crystal blue water, my eyes were hit by flashes of every colour under the rainbow.

Incredible coral was abundant, with brilliantly coloured fish slipping in and out of it, coming presumptuously close.

A few green sea turtles came past at their leisure, and I was completely taken aback — I had never seen them in their natural environment, and it was spectacular.

After doing some ocean-walking, I went out to a helipad to take a joy flight over the reef.

Now, after going up in the chopper I realised that there may be plenty of beautiful pictures of the Great Barrier Reef, but absolutely nothing — and I mean nothing — will ever do it justice besides seeing it with your own eyes.

The jade and sapphire shades of the water glinted in my eyes.

I held my breath, hoping to capture the moment for longer.

Coral reefs and ‘bommies’ were visible, and sparkling white sand glowed on the islands further off.

I was very sad to see the reef gone for the day, but my trip was not over — I was headed to Mossman Gorge.

Surrounded by beautiful, tall trees and farming land, the Mossman Gorge is truly spectacular.

Following my friend along a dirt path scattered with rocks and logs, I hiked up and down, loving the beautiful green surrounds that encapsulated me.

By the time we reached our destination, I was blown away.

I could could see the sand at the bottom of the freshwater gorge, through the clear water running through.

The beautiful big rocks, shaped over centuries of water, sat strong in the gorge.

I clambered across them (or at least tried to), taking in the tranquility and revelling in the Daintree region.

My advice?

Book your flights to Cairns ladies and gents.

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Creating your home sanctuary

Say “I do” with your most glamorous self

BY ASHLEY MCEWAN, THE SPRINGS GARDEN WORLD

BY SARAH SCHRODTER, PURE GLAMOUR MAKEUP ARTISTRY

Spring is well and truly here, and what better time to rejuvenate the place you spend your downtime.

We have seen a big swing in the last six years of people doing away with formal lounge and dining areas and wanting to merge their indoor/outdoor areas.

Especially with the Australian climate, it pays to set up your outdoor space as a sanctuary; a place to escape and unwind.

It’s a matter of dressing that up, whether that be plants or wall art, to create a really great space.

You want to consider your overall colour palate and plan the space before you begin.

Just like building or renovating, seek good expert advice before you begin so you can coordinate the whole project.

It’s important to choose something that suits your lifestyle.

Busy people may need pebbled gardens rather than plants that need a lot of care for example.

Water features are also extremely popular and can add that finishing element to a garden space, as well as offer the tranquil sound of bubbling water.

It’s all about creating a place that gives you enjoyment and comfort, and making the most of the space you already have.

Many homes have underutilised space that can really be brought to life, and talking to people who work in that area really helps with ideas and inspiration.

Mood lighting for verandas as well as garden lights, candles or tea lights can also add that special something to your home.

This is particularly great if you are a household that enjoys entertaining.

Contact Ashley at The Springs Garden World on 4636 8484.

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There are so many things to organise for your wedding and a list as long as your arm is quickly forming. It will be one of the most photographed days of your life, so here are some expert tips to make sure you look picture perfect.

Find a good artist – Not only will they help you choose a look that suits, they’ll have the knowledge of products and application to make certain your makeup lasts for hours, photographs beautifully and looks stunning in person. Always check out the artist’s portfolio of recent brides prior to booking.

Have a trial – Make sure you have a full makeup application done (including lashes if you desire) and wear it for the day. Take pictures in natural light and with flash to see how it photographs.

Follow up with your makeup artist and let them know of any changes that need to be made.

Avoid makeup trends – These images will be cherished for a lifetime so try to avoid statement looks. Stick with classic shapes and neutral colours that suit your skin tone. Aim to be the most glamorous version of yourself. Consider the theme of the day and how you usually like to wear your makeup. More dramatic bridal looks can be a great choice too, such as a red lip and winged liner for a vintage wedding.

Skin prep is important – Start a good skin care regime at least three months prior to your wedding day. Know your skin type and use appropriate products. Perhaps consider a facial or even two. Also, wear sunscreen daily on your face, neck and chest to avoid pigmentation and suntan lines from developing.

Touch up – Have one of your bridesmaids carry blotting papers, powder compact and lipstick in her bag so you can freshen up your makeup.

Contact Sarah at Pure Glamour Makeup on 0428 730 006 or www.pureglamourmua.com.au

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finance | style I can’t stress this point enough.

Please, don’t wait until the last minute to get answers to important questions, and please don’t be shy about the topics you discuss.

Think about it this way — would you start a company with a friend if you were unsure about their personal finances or how they handled money?

Of course not!

So, don’t start a marriage with those kinds of doubts either.

Make sure you understand each other’s spending habits, current credit card debt, student loans, future plans, how your accounts will — or won’t — be blended after the wedding, and the like.

the ‘I’ in ‘we’

BY MANAGING DIRECTOR AND SENIOR FINANCIAL PLANNER OF CREATE FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS, LEANNE MCDONALD

It is important to understand every aspect of joint finances that are established through marriage

Since so many women will be tying the knot over the next few months, it’s a great time for me to offer some practical, financial advice.

So what should you know about finances before you get married?

And what’s the most important thing you should find out about your fiancé’s finances before the big day?

Generally my responses are very similar — if you’re getting married there are three rather straightforward points: brides and grooms-to-be need to communicate about finances, consider their financial options and continue to be financially independent.

Communicate You and your fiancé need to talk openly about finances.

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Consider As in, ‘consider financial options’.

These days, there are several options available to those who want to preserve their financial independence and keep assets as separate property.

For example, years ago, ‘prenups’, (prenuptial agreements), were only associated with older, affluent or celebrity couples, but that’s simply not the case these days.

By using a prenup, both the husband-to-be and the wife-to-be can decide certain financial issues in advance.

Seek some legal advice about binding financial arrangements.

Continue Continue to be financially independent, or at least somewhat.

Part of the romance of getting married involves sharing your hopes, your dreams, and your life with the person you love.

However, for your marriage to be successful and for you to maintain your own financial security and stability, you must preserve a measure of financial independence.

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calling designers Fairholme College is embracing all things stylish with its annual Cotton Australia Fairholme Fashion Week as a prelude to its spring fair.

The theme of this year’s event is Home Grown and is focussed on supporting local designers, local industry and the connection between cotton farms and the fashion industry.

The highlight is the Spring Fair Fashion Parade — a chance for budding designers from south-west Queensland to showcase their skills and style.

The designs will be judged by acclaimed Queensland designers Julie Tengdahl from the label Tengdahl (designs pictured) and Pia Du Prudal from the label Pia Du Prudal.

Julie is a well renowned fashion designer who also supports sustainable fashion, and Pia is a huge supporter of the cotton industry and has designed outfits for Dame Quentin Bryce.

Original, spring-inspired cotton creations are welcomed for submission, with a category open to the public also.

The parade will include designs from Pia Du Prudal, Tengdahl, Rowen Couture and Alex Kennedy.

To find out more go to fairholme.qld.edu.au

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Spring Fair Gala Fashion Parade When: Saturday, October 15 at 1pm Where: Fairholme Assembly Hall Price: $10

Workshop costs vary —some cost a small amount for materials, others are free.

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it’s about you Your wedding day is certainly a spectacular moment in time, and it’s very easy to get caught up in all of the preparations — there’s so much to organise, look forward to and think about.

However, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the stress of this and push to the side the reason why you’re actually going through it all — to marry the love of your life.

Remember, before you walk down the aisle, to look around the area you’re getting married and at the love of your life and simply take a deep breath — they’re what you’re here for.

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Style Mag samples the perfect dining destination as the warmer weather eases into Toowoomba

hooked on you

BY LISA MACHIN

Just in time to welcome in the warmer weather, Toowoomba’s recent entrant to the dining scene is dishing up the goods.

A modern twist on an Aussie favourite of fish and chips, Bonito Fish ‘n’ Grill offers a fine dining experience where table service is valued and food quality and presentation are a source of pride.

I am greeted by owners Jo and Alan Willson, who found the restaurant’s namesake while visiting Brazil.

The town of Bonito, Potugese for beautiful, is landlocked, yet its rivers are filled with corals.

It was here the Willsons found inspiration for Bonito Fish ‘n’ Grill; great steak and char grill, fresh seafood and salads.

I am first served the Bonito Burger, no small feat for a person my size!

The pièce de résistance is the homemade beef pattie, with its hickory smoked flavour leaving a pleasant zing on the palate.

I also sample Bonito’s summer classic Seafood Basket, perfect for the coming months.

Unlike the oily, wicker basket images a ‘seafood basket’ conjures, this plated meal is comprised of seafood bought whole

from Stoney’s and prepared

by Bonito’s chef, right down to the handmade tempura batter.

My favourite dish however is the Surf ‘n’ Turf 300g rib fillet topped with juicy prawns and half a Moreton Bay bug (fresh from Stoney’s no less!) cooked in garlic sauce and served with sides.

The steak is a generous portion and cooked to order, its tenderness complementing the succulent seafood toppers, and oh is that bug divine!

The presentation of the meal transports you to those coral adorned rivers of Bonito, with salad rosettes shaped like coral and the scallops beautifully shucked and prepared in their shells, fit for a mermaid banquet.

Bonito offers the perfect mix of grill and seafood, boasting menu options from char-grilled steak or calamari through to baked barramundi, lamb and pork.

There is a selction of wines and other drinks available and the Davey Jones Locker for two available for the true seafood lovers.

It is the ideal place to sit and enjoy fresh, local food with good company.

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style | what’s on CAMPFIRE SESSIONS

When: September 2, 7pm to 9pm Where: Bon Amici’s Cafe, 191 Margaret St, Toowoomba What: Grab a drink, sit back and relax, and enjoy some live music.

Every first and third Friday of the month, Bon Amici’s hosts local musicians for their Campfire Sessions.

The event is free.

SINGING FOR HOPE

the wrap-up

When: September 2, 7pm to 10pm Where: Highfields Cultural Centre, O’Brien Rd, Highfields What: With proceeds to go to Teen Challenge and other community outreach programs, enjoy a night of food and music.

Andre Venter from Romanz, who has performed internationally with stars such as Andrea Bocelli, Rod Stewart and Catherine Jenkins, will be performing on the night.

The event will include a two course meal and auction.

Tickets cost $55 for adults and $20 for children.

To book call Angelic on 0427 239 922.

ZUMBA FITNESS

There’s plenty to do in and around the Garden City with Style magazine’s event guide for September THIS IS MY HERITAGE

When: Daily, 10am to 4pm Where: Cobb+Co Museum, Lindsay St, Toowoomba What: Discover the profound connection that objects have to family, country and culture through the personal memories and experiences of 12 of Queensland’s indigenous artists and educators.

Through images and film, this exhibition reveals the surprising connections and strong spiritual links that can be explored when people engage with the collections from the Queensland Museum.

Admission is free for residents of the Toowoomba Regional Council region with proof of residency.

When: September 5, 5.30pm to 6.30pm Where: Toowoomba Regional USQ Tennis Centre What: Get fit and burn calories without even realising.

The class takes place every Monday and is designed for any fitness level.

Zumba Fitness is a fun, energetic interval-style aerobic workout routine to modern Latin-inspired and pop music in a dance club atmosphere.

The class costs $8 for adults and $6 for pensioners or students.

Call Di on 0435 120 548 for more details.

EMBRACE

When: September 5, 6.30pm to 9pm Where: The Strand, Margaret St,

Toowoomba What: When body image activist Taryn Brumfitt posted an unconventional before-and-after photograph in 2013, it was seen by more than 100 million worldwide and sparked an international media frenzy.

This special screening of the film Embrace shows Taryn Brumfitt continue her crusade in exploring the global issue of body loathing.

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WESTBROOK FAMILY FUN DAY

When: September 11, 10am to 2.30pm Where: Centenary Park, Barwick St, Westbrook What: The fourth biennial Family Day in Westbrook will draw local and Fun regional families, vendors and businesses.

There will be rides, interactive programs, interactive skate activities, musicians and performers.

Fill your stomach on the goods available for sale at the food vendors and coffee stalls, or find a unique gift at the local goods and products stalls.

Entry is $2.

For more information call the Westbrook and Districts Lions Club on 04 00 232 927 or email lionsclubofwestbrookdistricts@gmail.com.

Following the recital will be a reception with refreshments in the USQ Arts Gallery.

Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 concession and $12 for children under 12.

To book call 4631 1111 or email boxoffice@usq.edu.au.

CLIVIA SHOW 2016

When: September 16 to 21, 9am to 5pm Where: TAFE Horticultural Pavilion, cnr Lindsay and Campbell Sts, East Toowoomba What: One of the major attractions during the Carnival of Flowers, the Clivia Show hosts a huge variety of colours and types of the plant.

There will be flowering clivias, seedlings and seeds available for sale, as well as free demonstrations and hints on cultivation and care.

Entry is free, but there is an option for gold coin donation to go to St Andrews Hospital Oncology Unit.

For more details visit toowoombacliviasociety.com.au.

HIGH ALTITUDE HARMONY AT TWILIGHT

When: September 14, 6pm to 7.30pm Where: USQ Arts Theatre, West St, South Toowoomba What: High Altitude Harmony sings acapella four-part harmony, with a repertoire from traditional babershop style to Beatles and Queen.

From humble beginnings in 2008, the group now numbers almost 40 members.

TOOWOOMBA CARNIVAL OF FLOWERS

When: September 16 to 25, various times Where: Various locations in Toowoomba What: The Carnival of Flowers is one of the biggest events on the Garden City calendar.

For more details visit tcof.com.au.

ESCAPE AND UNWIND FOR THE DAY

Enjoy full and exclusive use of Spa Anise at Spicers Peak Lodge when you visit with a group of four or more, including outdoor spa tub and indoor/outdoor relaxation areas.

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She travels the world to interview an impressive range of women about their attitudes towards their bodies.

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After Dark: The Science of ... Beer, Wine & Chocolate at Cobb+Co Museum

Kate Armstrong of Toowoomba and Keith Pratt of Drayton.

Jess Betts and Kate McKay of Toowoomba.

Phil Killeen, Prue Killeen and Maddison Cross of Toowoomba.

Local musician Linda Capewell.

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Melissa Blacklock and Steve Liddell from Street Science.

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Carly Brown and Celeste Burke.

PHOTOS: AMANDA BUCHAN Samuel Zammit, Kris Railton, Carly Brown, Aiko Inoue and Dominic Turangi.

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Jessica Sutherland, Caroline Golden and Carly Brown.

Gabi Elgood, Stacey Hixon and Hamish Carter.

Guests enjoying a night at the Uber Toowoomba Launch Party.

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Father’s Lunch Buffet Day Dinner Buffet

Fathers receive a free glass of wine or soft drink with their meal this Father’s day!

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Challenge your taste buds with Qi’lin’s Chefs Specialties Shop 29, Hooper Centre, 187 Hume Street

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it’s in the stars September is not the month to be petty — any work problems can be sorted diplomatically without losing your cool.

It could be time for a holiday, so start planning the perfect getaway.

Capricorn

Oh pool boy, bring me another martini!

And this time, make it a double.

Life has more in store for you, so this could be the best time in your life if only you took time out to relax more.

Aries

Cancer

Life deals some horrendous blows at times but it is what makes us stronger in the end.

You are just starting to feel comfortable, so think of the good times and that should have the planets whizzing around to keep up with you.

It’s time to make big changes in your life, and planning your year ahead can only bring positive vibes into your life.

If taking up a new health regime, I recommend yoga or spending some time meditating to zen out.

Aquarius

Taurus

Leo

Scorpio

Pisces

Gemini

Virgo

Sagittarius

You will feel the strain of the large burden you are currently carrying, but have faith by the end of the month you will see the glass as being half full not half empty.

A huge weight will be lifted from your shoulders.

Pisceans may feel out of their depth this month, with added pressures at home and work may have you ready to clean your fishbowl and move on.

You might need to find a bigger bowl to escape from the world.

Grab the bull by the horns and go for it, good friends are not hard to come by, you just need to work harder at finding out who is messing with your mojo.

Shake off any bad vibes, get outdoors and breathe deeply.

Gemini’s will feel the full workload this month, but don’t be tempted to burn the midnight oil, you need some time out to spend with family and friends.

There could be someone special coming into your life.

Money is all around you now, so whether you are winning big or trying hard to stay afloat, just keep paddling.

All financial matters will be dealt during this month — you could be in for a huge boost to your bank account.

Amazing good vibes are surrounding you at the moment with the eclipse around your sign in the next twelve months looking fantastic.

Be aware of who you allow into your inner circle.

Libra

Make a wish then count to ten, especially at the beginning of the month.

If you have personal goals that you want to achieve, now is the time to get organised and plan for the future.

You work hard for your money and your career is beginning to reap the rewards that you most definitely deserve.

If you are after the top job start planning now, it is just within your grasp.

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