LOOKBOOK WINTER 2026
Burke Denim jacket and jean, superfine merino wool singlet, Leone scarf from Cable Melbourne, 5211 1482
Kiandra Sand hat from Akubra, 0477 384 137
WINTER
IN NOOSA
As the air cools and the landscape deepens into rich winter tones, fashion finds its perfect backdrop at The Kin Kin Hotel. Nestled between the coast and hinterland, the region’s most talkedabout destination sets the scene for a winter editorial grounded in warmth, texture and timeless style.
Against weathered timber, lush green surrounds and the easy charm of country hospitality, this season’s fashion story embraces an earthy palette of stormy neutrals, illuminated by striking accents of sunset red and burgundy.
Inspired by the natural beauty of hinterland living and the relaxed sophistication of the Sunshine Coast, the collection layers rich colour, tactile fabrics and heritage-inspired silhouettes to create a wardrobe that feels both nostalgic and undeniably modern. The result is a celebration of winter dressing shaped by atmosphere, connection and the understated romance of country escape.
Carlie Wacker @worldofwacker
Vastra jacket handloomed Madka silk in Indra from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550 Burke denim jeans, superfine merino wool singlet, Cable Melbourne, 5211 1482
Brooks Vanguard in Port, Frankie4 Levi soft white emboss sneaker and Camper Pelotas Soller in Blue Suede, all from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211.
Pure cashmere relaxed knit top in biscuit, Edition
Ebony Pant in Fawn, Oxford Coat in Port, leather belt, all from Cable Melbourne, 5211 1482
Brooks Vanguard in Port from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211.
Birkenstock Wrapped in Pink Clay Suede Frankie4 Levi soft white emboss sneaker Brooks Vanguard in Port Camper Pelotas Soller in Blue Suede All from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211.
Cherry Check tie top and skirt, Nadia Dafri clutch and Flabelus Imelda shoes from Sara Leonardi, www.itsafad.com
Traveller hat in Sand from Akubra, 0477 384 137 . 14k Yellow Gold and Diamond pendant featuring 6.99ct Queensland Boulder Opal with 9K Yellow Gold Omega Chain; 18k Yellow old and Diamond Ring featuring a 4.2ct Andamooka Crystal Opal; 14k Yellow Gold Ring featuring a 2.9ct Queensland Boulder Opal; 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet featuring Coober Pedy Crystal Opals; 9k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings featuring Coober Pedy Doublet Opals. All from Opals Down Under, 5494 5400
Released from the rough, carefully shaped, and polished to perfection. It's rare, it's precious and utterly unique. There will never be another one like it.
We know that what we do is something very special because there is nothing quite like the moment when an opal captures your heart.
Celebrating over 40 years of sharing our love of Australia’s National Gemstone See the full collection in-store or online .
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9k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings featuring Coober Pedy Doublet Opals
14k Yellow Gold Bracelet featuring Coober Pedy Crystal Opals
14k Yellow Gold and Diamond pendant featuring 6.99ct Queensland Boulder Opal
14k Yellow Gold Ring featuring a 2.9ct Queensland Boulder Opal
18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring featuring a 4.2ct Andamooka Crystal Opal
Jeanie Sculptural drawstring top and Lara skirt in black, resin bangle from Wacker Clothing Company, wackerclothingcompany.com.
Olukai slides from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211.
Kantha Dust Coast in Amba, sheer layer pants, bangles and choker from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550. Shoes, model’s own.
Highway Tune hat in Moose from Akubra, 0477 384 Kantha Dust Coast in Amba, sheer layer pants, bangles and choker from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550.
Vastra jacket handloomed Madka silk in Indra from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550. Burke denim jeans, superfine merino wool singlet from Cable Melbourne, 5211 1482. Camper Pelotas Soller in Blue Suede sneakers from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211
Ranger hat in Spice from Akubra, 0477 384 137 Scarf from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550 Knits from Cable Melbourne, 5211 1482
Cotton robe from Manawee Garden Centre, 5445 2406
Embroidery Hoop Shirt and pearl drop earrings from Elmari Boutique, 0457 931 473. LA Eyeworks Bucatini frames from Hammond Optometry, 5476 2333.
Etnia Barcelona Gevinson frames, Etnia Barcelona Mixura frames, Matttew Bailaor frames, Albert I’mStein Eclipse frames from Hammond Optometry, 5476 2333.
Humidity Va Va Velour coat and stitched pants, Neutrals shirt from Belle Collective and Co, 0407 762 436.
Flableus Imelda shoes from Sara Leonardi, www.itsafad.com
Marilyn shirt embroidery Anglaise and Kiki dress in Chocolate from Wacker Clothing Company, wackerclothingcompany.com. Shoes, model’s own.
14k Yellow Gold and Diamond pendant featuring 6.99ct Queensland Boulder Opal with 9K Yellow Gold Omega Chain; 18k Yellow old and Diamond Ring featuring a 4.2ct Andamooka Crystal Opal; 14k Yellow Gold Ring featuring a 2.9ct Queensland Boulder Opal; 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet featuring Coober Pedy Crystal Opals; 9k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings featuring Coober Pedy Doublet Opals. All from Opals Down Under, 5494 5400
9k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings featuring Coober Pedy Doublet Opals
14k Yellow Gold Bracelet featuring Coober Pedy Crystal Opals
14k Yellow Gold and Diamond pendant featuring 6.99ct Queensland Boulder Opal
14k Yellow Gold Ring featuring a 2.9ct Queensland Boulder Opal
18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring featuring a 4.2ct Andamooka Crystal Opal
Bella Carina Miracle Jogger, Leopard Dream Check shirt and Oriel shoes and bag from Elmari Boutique, 0457 931 473.
Lookbook
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Simply scan the QR code to access the Winter 2026 Lookbook with shoppable links to take you from curious to catwalk-ready!
the team
Fashion Editor: Carlie Wacker @worldofwacker
Creative Direction: Ali Smith @graphicalidesign
Photographer: Ian Waldie @ianwaldiephotography
HMUA: Craig and Lara Argent @pony_beauty_bar_noosa
Model: Jessica Rigg @jessica_kate_rigg Chic Management @chic-brisbane
Shot on Location at: The Kin Kin Hotel @kinkinhotel
WINTER 2026
LOOKBOOK
FASHION DIRECTORY
AKUBRA
2 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads www.akubra.com.au
BELLE COLLECTIVE & CO
166 Main Street, Montville
The Peninsular Resort, The Eplanade, Mooloolaba Phone 0407 762 436 wwwbellecollectiveandco.com.au
CABLE
4/62 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads www.cablemelbourne.com.au
ELMARI BOUTIQUE
Mooloolaba and Cotton Tree Phone 0457 931 473 wwwelmari.com.au
FEET FIRST NOOSA
37 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads Phone 5447 2211 www.feetfirstfootwear.com.au
HAMMOND OPTOMETRY
38 Lowe Street, Nambour Phone 5476 2333 www.hammondoptometry.com.au
IT’S A FAD. BY SARA LEONARDI
6/18 Hastings Street, Bay Village, Noosa Heads www.itsafad.com.au
MANAWEE GARDEN CENTRE
18 Gloucester Road, Buderim Phone 5445 2406 www.manawee.com.au
OPALS DOWN UNDER
11 Ballantyne Ct, Glenview Phone 5494 5400 www.opalsdownunder.com.au
PONY
6/10 Thomas Street, Noosaville Phone 5449 7906 www.instagram.com/pony_beauty_bar_noosa/
SOUL SONG
26 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads Phone 0412 246 550 www.soulsonglife.com
WACKER CLOTHING COMPANY
www.wackerclothingcompany.com
Available from Little Cove Collective, Belle Collective & Co, Rayanna
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