http://www.yenmag.net/YEN understands that our readers want more than just a pretty face. YEN irreverently explores the social, cultural and political issues that face women around the world and at home. YEN promotes and helps develop the work of women across every creative, sporting and business pursuit. YEN looks beneath the surface, to approach health and beauty as one element of a holistic approach to lifestyle. And of course - YEN also has the hottest fashion and beauty trends around.Copyright PTMG 2009Subscribe with My Yahoo!Subscribe with NewsGatorSubscribe with My AOLSubscribe with BloglinesSubscribe with NetvibesSubscribe with GoogleSubscribe with PageflakesYEN understands that our readers want more than just a pretty face. YEN irreverently explores the social, cultural and political issues that face women around the world and at home. YEN promotes and helps develop the work of women across every creative, sporting and business pursuit. YEN looks beneath the surface, to approach health and beauty as one element of a holistic approach to lifestyle. And of course - YEN also has the hottest fashion and beauty trends around.http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/11/madonna/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/11/madonna/Lucy Star
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On the streets of New York this month.. Lucky me.

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]]>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:53:19 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/11/strokes-of-genius/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/11/strokes-of-genius/Anne Fullerton
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Rebeccah Dent has a boundless imagination, more talent than you can poke a paintbrush at and a heart of gold too. From photography to collage, illustration, assemblage and painting she is lending her skills to a good cause. Her latest exhibition “Fragility” is part of an initiative to raise awareness about the health benefits of art for terminally ill children and adults. Special Guest speaker, Dr. Cynthia Parr will be speaking on opening night (18th of November, 6pm-8pm) about her initiative which aims to implement more art in hospitals. The work draws from fairytales and fables, totems and animism to create visual poems that are about “ making the ordinary extraordinary, reinventing instead of discarding things. Even the smallest of things can hold profound significance,” says Rebeccah. Fragility will be on show from 18th to 28th November at Global Gallery, 5 Comber Street, Paddington NSW. Head to www.globalgallery.com.au for more info or to www.rebeccahdent.com to see more of Rebeccah’s lovely work.

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]]>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:18:05 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/11/win-insight-sydney-party-tickets/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/11/win-insight-sydney-party-tickets/Louise Stewart
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Enter here!

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]]>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:15:21 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/11/lest-we-forget/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/11/lest-we-forget/Louise Stewart
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]]>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:53:33 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/10/the-bicycle-film-festival-sydney/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/10/the-bicycle-film-festival-sydney/Deborah-Jane Gillard
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11-15 November The Bicycle Film Festival, Sydney In 2001, Brendt Barbur, Founder and Director, was compelled to start the Bicycle Film Festival after being hit by a bus while riding his bike in New York City. Instead of being deterred by this experience, it inspired him to create a festival that celebrates the bicycle through music, art, and film. Now in its ninth year the festival is held in 39 cities worldwide. 250,000 people are expected to attend this year. The Bicycle Film Festival celebrates the bicycle in all forms and styles. If you can name it - Tall Bike Jousting, Track Bikes, BMX, Alleycats, Critical Mass, Bike Polo, Road Cycling, Mountain Biking Recumbents - we've probably either ridden or screened it. What better way to celebrate these lifestyles than through art, film, music and performance? The Festival brings together all aspects of bicycling to advocate its ability to transport us in various ways. Ultimately the BFF is about having a good time. We have been fortunate enough to include the work of established artists such as Jorgen Leth, Mike Mills, Jonas Mekas, Blonde Redhead, Swoon and Michel Gondry; as well as talented newcomers as part of our programming. Many of the artists who have participated in the Bicycle Film Festival, such as the Neistat Brothers and Lucas Brunelle, are gaining more and more recognition for their work. For full details head to http://bicyclefilmfestival.com/?p=sydney

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]]>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:38:26 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/09/injury-are-wanted-wounds-for-ss0910/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/09/injury-are-wanted-wounds-for-ss0910/Rhiannon Bulley
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                                              Injury is the fashion soundtrack to an enigmatic horror movie. Based in Sydney since 2004, its complex imagery, inspired by grotesque themes makes simple staple items into abstract artworks. Their SS0910 collection encompasses everything from worm and twisted hair prints to more gentle yet equally compelling notions of the moon and jellyfish. The monochrome palate, uneven draping and extreme batwing shapes further enhance the macabre mood of the collection. The designer Eugene Leung comes from a background in architecture and street graffiti art so it is no surprise he has managed to balance both the graphic and sculptural elements of the label so well. Injury has developed a look that is as individual as the concept behind the brand, inviting us to explore the things that disgust and repel us and embrace them on a whole different level. Injury’s moody array of aesthetics are darkly intriguing, it is like wearing a subdued Haloween costume everyday and horror, as a form of expression has certainly never looked so good.

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The Black Ryder.. Album 'Buy The Ticket, Take The Ride'. Out now..

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]]>Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:56:10 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/08/sun-gangs/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/08/sun-gangs/Lucy Star
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'The Veils' are finally on their way to Australia to tour this month. Fronted by lead singer and songwriter Finn Andrew's whose haunting vocals find a way to your very core.The album 'Sun Gangs' was released earlier this year, it reached #21 on the UK album chart. Check the bands website for show details.

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]]>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:31:17 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/08/drive-all-night-til-dawn/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/08/drive-all-night-til-dawn/Lucy Star
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Wagons bring to the table some good old fashion fun.. Epic on stage antics and catchy alt country tunes....  The video for 'Drive All night Til' Dawn' is testimony to the above.... Directed by Catherine Dwyer. Produced by Frances Glavima.

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]]>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:01:00 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/06/sass-amp-bide---massive-sale---up-to-70-off/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/06/sass-amp-bide---massive-sale---up-to-70-off/Catherine Milne
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sass & bide will be reducing the price on some of their most sought after fashion by 50% to 70%! Running from today until Sunday - new stock placed on the floor daily. Byron Kennedy Hall Entertainment Quarter Building 220, 122 Lang Road Moore Park NSW Friday 6th November: 10am - 6pm Saturday 7th November: 10am - 5pm Sunday 8th November: 10am - 3pm

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]]>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:15:12 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/06/swinging-into-trouble/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/06/swinging-into-trouble/Catherine Milne
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An ideal gift for the love monkey in your life! Spread some love with an I Love Orangutans t-shirt. Designed by Sydney artist Graham Brown, 10% of all profits go to BORNEO ORANGUTAN SURVIVAL (BOS) FOUNDATION. BOS run the world's largest primate conservation project in Indonesia. Each is made from the best cotton and in a slim cut. They feature the mischievous Bobo who just won't do what he's told and is always getting into trouble. Colours: White, black Sizes: Women's 8-16; Kid’s 0-6; Men’s SM-XL. Price: $35. Delivery: 2-3 days (depending on stock availability); $5 postage. Order now at www.piccoloclothing.com.

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]]>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:40:55 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/06/newtown-festival-on-this-sunday/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/06/newtown-festival-on-this-sunday/Catherine Milne
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Newtown Neighbourhood Centre’s fundraiser, the 2009 NEWTOWN FESTIVAL celebrates the suburb’s unequalled community spirit this Sunday 8th November. Camperdown Memorial Rest Park will once again be transformed into a throbbing hub of arts, music, colour and cultural diversity across 5 areas. There will be plenty of opportunity to shop til you drop with 260 market stalls or satisfy your taste buds at the international food areas within the festival. Local and nationally acclaimed bands will appear across 3 stages including …. Ghoul ** Seekae ** Deep Sea Arcade ** The Crayon Fields ** Barons of Tang ** Dead Letter Chorus ** Kingfisha ** The Crooked Fiddle Band ** Rumpunch ** Hermitude Back by popular demand is the hilarious Newtown Dog Show. The hugely popular Writers Tent will include literary icon Tom Keneally, The Mentals Reg Bombassa, ex Go Between’s Robert Foster, Alex Miller and Richard Glover. You can also pick up great tips on sustainable living in the eco areas and update your wardrobe, books and music at the Big Aussie Swap Party. Don’t forget to bring your compostable festival waste to the worm farm and watch those slippery little critters turn your waste into garden gold. GOLD COIN DONATION ON ENTRY PLEASE. What: Newtown Festival When: Sunday 8th November 2009 Where: Camperdown Memorial Rest Park Newtown Time: 10am – 6pm www.newtowncentre.org/festival

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]]>Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:08:17 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/04/what-katie-wore/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/04/what-katie-wore/Pauline Auzou
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British fashionista Katie was blaming boyfriend Joe for not being romantic enough with her. To erase this outrageous accusation, he created a website dedicated to her and her true sense of style with daily post of her outfit du jour, Whatkatiewore.com. The concept is straightforward as Joe puts it " Joes writes the blog. Katie wears the clothes", the challenge being for Katie not to wear a look twice. Not even a year after it starts, it's a big hit. Katie's style is obviously full of whims and quirks, sometimes a bit over the top. ( I may be a bit of a fashion prude here.) One more street style fashion blog, i can hear your painful sigh from here. True. But we couldn't left unnoticed Joe's conspicuous effort to make up the new ultimate form of love letter.

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]]>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:05:04 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/02/an-ode-to-no-one-delivers-another-innovative-collection/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/11/02/an-ode-to-no-one-delivers-another-innovative-collection/Rhiannon Bulley
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                                             An Ode to No one’s AW10 collection is not your traditional take on winter dressing with draped dresses and skirts making up the statement items of the collection. It is paired down elegance with a twist, literally, from knotted v-necks to draped hemlines and fluted and knife pleats. Brilliant warming reds and an intricate graphic diamond print splice up the blacks and whites but the real clincher is the navy infusion, which makes for a refreshing change from the usual grey of winter. The Edwardian collars, that adorn several pieces in the collection are also a standout feature, framing our faces in detail. The collection successfully merges sculptural detail with soft draping to create an array of winter wardrobe staples. Standout numbers are all the Edwardian collared numbers from the dresses to the tops, especially the mini dresses and a cropped black jacket with layers of lapels. An Ode to No One may be a young label but their garments seem to have their own unique sense of timeless style already. http://www.anodetonoone.com/

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]]>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 18:15:29 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/30/vintage-couture-auction---more-fun-than-ebay/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/30/vintage-couture-auction---more-fun-than-ebay/Catherine Milne
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If you’re stuck for something to wear for Melbourne Cup day then head over to Shapiro in Woollahra on cup eve and pick yourself up a little something at the Vintage Couture, Costume Jewellery & Accessories Auction. There are some beautiful pieces in the catalogue including a YSL Evening Envelope Handbag ($80-120); Christian Dior Paris New Look Dress, c1949 ($600-$900) and a Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique Paris Black Cocktail Dress ($1000 - $1100). The auction is on site at Shapiro on Monday 2 November 2009 from 8.00pm at 162 Queen Street Woollahra. View the catalogue online here >  

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]]>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:17:02 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/29/fuzzy-field-day/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/29/fuzzy-field-day/Catherine Milne
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As a new year dawns, few things are certain – except of course that Fuzzy’s legendary Field Day is the most life-affirmingly fun way to launch into 2010. Under the shimmer of the iconic Sydney skyline and bathed in the green of more grass, beautiful trees and wide open spaces than any other Sydney festival, the Domain provides the ultimate location for what is a truly unique event. With a wealth of crowd favourite headliners and essential fresh sounds on offer and by far the best sound and visuals you’re likely to experience anywhere, this is the way to kick off the new year on the right musical note. Add cocktail bars under the trees, wild and shocking films at the outdoor cinema, the best of Sydney’s burlesque scene and dozens of other surprising performances and you have the party you’ll remember all your life. Field Day is quite simply the perfect way to welcome the new year in style. STARRING: 2manydjs live . The Presets. Major Lazer Soundsystem. LCD Soundsystem (DJ set). Architecture in Helsinki . Fake Blood. Datarock . Krafty Kuts . The Proxy . Sinden. Fred Falke. Sebastian Leger. Lyrics Born. DJ Yoda . Skream & Benga. The Juan Mclean (live). Amanda Blank . Treasure Fingers . Nic Fanciulli. Riton. We Have Band . Jack Beats & many more WHEN: January 1st 2010 11am to 11pm WHERE: The Domain - adjacent the Botanic Gardens TICKETS: Available Now from fuzzy.com.au For all artist and event information go to fuzzy.com.au

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]]>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:12:33 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/29/the-pursuit-of-happiness/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/29/the-pursuit-of-happiness/Catherine Milne
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Happiness Ambassador - how’s that for an ideal job? Travel the world for a year and find out what makes people happy. Nice hey? It’s that job description that caught the attention of video blogger and ABC digital producer Greer Cornish. Greer, along with her two team mates, Ez and Brendan, put her hand up for Coca-Cola's Expedition 206 – a competition devised by Coke Inc to find a team of happiness ambassadors and send them around the globe to discover what makes people happy. “This would be my ideal job, especially when combined with video production & blogging. I love working in digital media and love to travel, so the job just screamed "Greer, come and get me! Even though it will be a whirlwind trip, Greer – the only Australian female candidate in the finals - feels that it’s a journey worth making. “We can have a positive impact on the people we meet. We will not be able to change the world, especially with only one day in some locations. However, we can have meaningful experiences with the individuals we meet and have a positive and happy interactions, which will hopefully develop into lasting friendships as we can remain in contact online.” The Happiness Ambassador candidates have been narrowed down to three teams, including Greer and her running mates -‘Team Wow’. The trio face an online vote-off before they can claim a spot on the winner’s dias and begin to clock up some serious frequent flyer points. Point your browser in the direction of http://www.expedition206.com and cast your vote.

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]]>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:05:49 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/28/fashion-with-a-conscience/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/28/fashion-with-a-conscience/WSPA
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Melbourne label Neo Tokyo launches fashion with a conscience for the World Society for the Protection of Animals Melbourne label Neo Tokyo launches its new website today, featuring fashion with a conscience to raise awareness and funds for the World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA).                                 The launch of the website http://www.neotokyo.com.au with a key item, the Kujira Market Bag, which was designed by top Melbourne based fashion designer Jemma Browne and assisted by graphic designer Matthew Carmody, Russell Athletic Art Director. The Kujira Market Bag, Kujira meaning ‘whale’ in Japanese. The bag is made from gunmetal canvas and has a clean, delicate whale design printed on cotton lining. The metallic PU(poly urethane) handles are attached with gunmetal rings. It also features an inside zipped pocket and mobile phone pouch. Size 42cm(L)x 14.5cm(W) x 30.5cm(H). The Kujira bag is made from 100% man made materials. For each bag purchased, Neo Tokyo will give $20 to WSPA to support its anti-whaling campaign. The campaign argues that there is no humane way to kill a whale at sea. Every whale that is hunted and killed is forced to endure excruciating pain and terror. Louise Fitzsimons, Communications Manager for WSPA Australia, explains: “The methods used in whaling are cruel, outdated and completely contradictory to current international guidelines for the humane slaughter of animals. The money raised by Neo Tokyo through the sale of the Kujira Market Bag will help WSPA continue our fight to protect whales all over the world.” In addition to the Kujira Market Bag, 20% of the purchase price of all items available from the website http://www.neotokyo.com.au be given directly to WSPA. Helen O’Connor from Neo Tokyo adds: “Since we were established in 1997, Neo Tokyo has always had a strong commitment to animal welfare. The launch of the new website begins a new era of our commitment to ending the cruelty and injustice inflicted upon animals all over the world. “We are looking forward to supporting WSPA on many future campaigns, while leading the development of the latest animal friendly fashion trends.”

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]]>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:44:57 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/26/off-the-runway-pops-up-offline/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/26/off-the-runway-pops-up-offline/Rhiannon Bulley
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Off The Runway, Australia’s latest online accessories haven, is offering us all the chance to view their opulent trendsetter accessories in the flesh. Designers including Anya Hindmarch, After the Apple, Charles Anastase and Tom Binns will materialise at the beautiful art deco space, 39 Queen St Woolahra Sydney, from Thursday 5th Novemeber- Sunday 8th of November. Other favourites are set to be Giles, Luella and Philip Lim, who were all favourites on the recent international runways. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience Off the Runway accessories off the runway and ready to buy! There will be charismatic outfit extensions to suit every occasion coming up on those busy New Years and Christmas calanders. There is nothing like a good pop up store for a state of the art shopping experience and there is sure to be plenty of artistic accessories to be had. Off the Runway 39 Queen Street Woolahra Sydney, Thursday 5th November- Sunday 8th November 9am-6pm http://www.offtherunway.com.au/  

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]]>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:47:01 +1100http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/26/laneway-festival---line-up-and-ticket-dates-announced/http://www.yenmag.net/news/2009/10/26/laneway-festival---line-up-and-ticket-dates-announced/Anne Fullerton
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We heart Florence! Music lovers rejoice! The 2010 St Jerome’s Laneway Festival is back with another amazing mix of the epic, the up-and-coming and the undiscovered. Showcasing the best of Australian and international talent through January and February, the festival has packed in more musical genius than you possibly hope for, including Echo & The Bunnymen, Florence and The Machine, Black Lips, The xx, Daniel Johnston, Sarah Blasko, N.AS.A, Eddy Current Suppression Ring, Hockey, Dappled Cities, Mumford & Sons, Radio Clit, The Very Best, Wild Beasts, Whitley, The Middle East, Kid Sam and Dirty Three. And that’s just the line up so far. With new venues in Sydney and Melbourne, a brand new event in New Zealand and an assortment of Indie film screenings, food stalls and fashion markets, the 2010 festival promises to be a sensory feast. Tickets go on sale this Friday 30 October at 9am. You can book online at www.greentix.com.au or for phone bookings call 1300 269 882. Head to www.lanewayfestival.com.au for more information on the line up and venues.

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