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Daily Mail
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
'Rattled' new mum lashes out after her husband leaves her at home with their newborn while he enjoys a boys' trip at the snow
Steph Claire Smith has hit back at a follower who suggested husband Josh Miller was being neglectful. The criticism came after the fitness influencer, 31, revealed on her Instagram story that Josh had gone away on a 'boys' trip' to the snow, leaving Steph at home with their two children - Harvey, four, and Billie, two months. The follower slid into Steph's DMs to slam Josh for leaving the parental duties solely on Steph's shoulders while he was off enjoying himself. 'But why does your husband need time with mates? Like, what about you? Doesn't sound like time alone for you nor a vacation for you,' the fan wrote in the message shared to Steph's Instagram story on Thursday. 'Like, I could never imagine my husband going on a snow trip with friends while I'm with basically the newborn baby. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'Like WTFFF? He's always with me or one of the babies. 'Also not to mention, you're the one who works on top of it all. Sorry but that doesn't feel right. I can't imagine.' Steph shot down the suggestion that Josh was neglecting his young family with an expansive response. 'This DM rattled me and I want to talk about it,' she began. 'Our dynamic is, sadly unique. Me being the working parent and Josh being the stay-at-home dad is unlike the majority.' She added that while their situation was not the norm, it had taught her a lot about relationships. 'This dynamic has taught me a lot though. Really it's taught us both a lot about understanding the other person's perspective and position in the relationship,' she added. Steph also pointed out that, after children, a father's life changes as dramatically as the mother's. 'Dads' lives change too when they become parents,' she said. 'Sure, their body doesn't go through what ours does through pregnancy and postpartum... a lot of the time, they are the ones that kind of get to go back to their lives/work in their career. 'But it doesn't mean they don't deserve time with friends or time to themselves.' Still not done with her response, Steph added that Josh's contribution to the family as a stay-at-home dad was immeasurable. 'As partners, we check in on each other constantly and encourage each other to fill up our cups,' she said. 'I've always encouraged him to book in some time out of the house and to connect with friends. 'And same goes for me. When I'm not working, I'm craving time with my kids, but that doesn't mean I don't also deserve me time/alone time and/or time with friends to recharge. She continued: 'Josh does so much to support me and our family. He is constantly putting us first. I'm so sorry but he absolutely deserves his time away.' She rounded out her response, suggesting that the follower think before they post. 'Next time you feel like writing this to someone, pause to think to yourself: "Am I projecting my own personal frustrations and feelings onto someone else's life choices?"' Still not done dressing down the follower, she continued with another story slamming the message as 'contradictory'. 'Also, the "you're the one who works on top of it all" was a little contradictory because generally men who are the working parent are the ones who feel like they can't go out and see their friends because of either the guilt they feel for their partner at home carrying the load... or they generally want to spend their non-working hours with their kids. 'At the end of the day, no matter your gender, no matter whether you stay at home or work, you deserve time with friends. 'Unless of course you're never home and never doing anything to help with the load at home. 'Then yes, get your butt home and prioritise giving the stay-at-home partner a break.' She then shared a third post that praised both stay-at-home and working parents. 'And then there's dads like Josh who do both, and constantly put themselves last. You deserve me-time, too,' she wrote.
Daily Mail
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Steph Claire Smith makes very graphic birth admission in shock podcast episode - after welcoming her second child with husband Josh Miller
Steph Claire Smith went into very graphic detail on Monday as she shared her birth story with KICPOD listeners. The influencer, 31, welcomed her second child, a baby girl named Billie Claire Miller, with her husband Josh Miller on May 28. Now, the online sensation has revealed with co-host Laura Henshaw the intense moment she was 'on all fours' giving birth, prepared for her body to 'poo' and tear'. 'I started pushing. I cannot even explain how it felt but it was wildly different to having an epidural,' she began, explaining she had a local anaesthetic with her son Harvey. 'I was on all fours this time. I was just pushing everything. I was like, "I'm 100 per cent going to tear, I'm 100 per cent going to poo. I just need this baby out."' From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. She went on to tell her recently pregnant co-star Laura: 'I sounded like a dying cow. A screaming, dying cow.' Steph and husband Josh welcomed their second child late last month, sharing the exciting news to Instagram as they revealed her name was Billie. 'She's here,' wrote Steph, who also shares four-year-old son Harvey with her partner. 'Billie Claire Miller joined us on Wednesday & we're so in love. So excited to take her home to her big brother.' Alongside the sweet caption, the KICPOD co-host posted a gallery of black and white photos to commemorate the important occasion. One image saw Steph cuddling the bub as she breastfed. In another, she and Josh doted on their bundle of joy, who they dressed in an adorable onesie and white beanie. The final picture in the reel saw Steph cradling her daughter to her chest as she smiled up at the camera. Steph announced in November she was expecting her second child. The Australian fitness influencer took to Instagram to share the joyous news at the time. Steph, who often features her son Harvey in her social media posts, announced the news with a series of black and white photos. In the images, which were also shared by her husband Josh, Steph showed off her baby bump while wearing a skimpy bikini. Son Harvey, husband Josh, and the family's dog were all gathered around Steph in the pictures. In one other image, all members of the family put their hands on her bump. Later, in a wider shot, the family was shown celebrating the new arrival in a park, with Steph shown wearing a straw cowboy hat. Josh was also seen in the foreground smiling at the news in sunglasses and a baseball cap, while their puppy licked Steph's bump. In the caption, the influencer wrote: 'Harvey's going to be a big brother.' Steph and Josh tied the knot in November 2019 in a festival-themed ceremony along the Murray River. They got married exactly one year after getting engaged at the same location. The happy couple went on to welcome their first child Harvey in May 2021.
Daily Mail
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Target shoppers race into stores to get their hands on real leather suede handbags for an 'unbelievable' price
Target is turning heads this winter with a new designer-look handbag that's sending Aussie shoppers into meltdown. The budget retailer has dropped an $80 Premium Suede Leather Slouch Shoulder Bag that looks and feels a lot more expensive than it is - and fashion fans are calling it one of the most luxe-looking pieces to ever hit Target shelves. TikToker Emma Vosti was among the first to shout it from the rooftops, declaring in a now-viral clip: 'You will not believe what I got at Target yesterday. You just won't,' she said. Pulling the slouchy, chocolate-coloured bag from its own dust bag, Emma couldn't get over the details. 'It's got the lining on the bottom. It's a beautiful chocolate colour. It's got the stitching detail. Are you kidding me Target?' she said, showing off the tag inside marked genuine suede leather. 'They have other colours too,' she added in delight. The comment section of her video lit up instantly, with hundreds of shoppers saying they were heading straight to their nearest store. One follower confessed they left work early to try their luck, while another joked they were now planning a three-hour round trip just to get their hands on the bag. 'I didn't even know Target did leather!' one person wrote. 'Sold,' said another. 'Totally influenced by you! Mine just arrived, so nice! Very impressed for $80,' one raved. Even Aussie influencer Steph Claire Smith gave her tick of approval, commenting: 'That's a win.' And it's no wonder everyone's losing it. Suede is having a major moment this winter with loafers, jackets and bags all getting the retro, tactile treatment. But genuine suede usually comes at a hefty price. 'At Target, we're all about helping our customers feel confident – and that starts with pieces that feel just as good as they look,' Carrie Kirkman told FEMAIL, who holds the position of General Manager Merchandise & Marketing at Target Australia. 'Our new range of suede bags is a perfect example: they're on-trend, elevated, and effortlessly easy to style. All are at an accessible price point and made to last.' Carrie even confirmed that this is just the first drop of leather stock to land in store and online, with more to come very soon. Comparable pieces like Vestirsi's Sienna Suede Bag ($349) and Tony Bianco's Mily Suede Tote ($249) are at least triple the cost, we can see why Target's version is so popular. The bag's slouchy silhouette comes in two wearable shades, chocolate and sand, and features a soft, relaxed silhouette with a wide, comfy strap, perfect for tossing over your shoulder on the go. There are also two smaller siblings in the same collection which are equally as lust worthy. One is called the Crescent Shoulder Bag, priced at $45 and available in tan, chocolate, sand and khaki. It's compact but still roomy enough for everyday essentials like your phone, wallet and keys. The other is their medium-sized Suede Leather Bucket Tote Bag ($80) also available in three colours: tan, chocolate, khaki. But if you want one, don't wait as stock is flying out the door. As one fan put it: 'I'm shocked!'
Courier-Mail
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Courier-Mail
Target launches $80 genuine suede leather bag collection
Don't miss out on the headlines from Designers. Followed categories will be added to My News. An $80 bag from Target is quickly becoming a favourite among shoppers, offering genuine suede leather at a fraction of the price of many luxury alternatives. Suede is all the rage currently this winter in Australia, from suede loafers to suede bomber jackets, but finding genuine leather ones is a costly affair. For example, the Sienna Brown Suede bag from Vestirsi retails for $349, and the Tony Bianco Mily Espresso Suede Tote costs $249, which is why when Target dropped their own version of the suede over-the-shoulder bag, TikTokers lost their minds. TikToker can't believe her find One user, Emma Vosti, took to TikTok to rave about the find, saying: 'You will not believe what I got at Target yesterday. You just won't'. 'It came in its own dust bag,' she explained in awe as she pulled out the Chocolate Premium Suede Leather Slouch Shoulder Bag. She particularly loved all the small details that gave the bag a luxe touch. 'It's got lining on the bottom. It's a beautiful colour. It's got the stitching detail. Are you kidding me?' she raved, before showing a tag inside the bag that said 'suede leather'. The comments echoed her excitement, with one person saying they even left work early to go buy it. Others described it as 'beautiful' and 'chic'. Another simply said 'sold'. One fan admitted, 'I didn't realise Target did leather bags'. Influencer Steph Claire Smith even joined in on the hype and declared: 'That's a win'. Another commenter revealed, 'I truly have never been so quickly influenced. Bought it but have to find a way to drive to the town three hours away'. 'What I'm shocked!!!' said someone else. 'Going right now,' wrote another shopper. A shopper has been left shocked after discovering that Target have launched genuine suede leather bags. Picture: TikTok/EmmaVosti It costs just $80, which is a fraction of the price of other luxury versions. Picture: TikTok/EmmaVosti Target's new suede range Carrie Kirkman, General Manager of Merchandise at Target Australia, told 'At Target, we're passionate about giving our customers access to on-trend, high-quality pieces that are effortless and elevated – but importantly also affordable. 'Our new range of suede bags delivers on all fronts – it's made from genuine leather with that soft, velvety texture everyone loves, and is available in a fresh seasonal palette.' She said the first drop of bags is still arriving in stores across the country and landing online next week, but she's loving seeing the hype online already. 'It's been great to see the early response from our social media community. My personal favourite is the Suede Leather Slouch Shoulder Bag – it instantly elevates any look and, at just $80 for genuine suede, is at an incredible price point,' she said. The Premium Suede Leather Slouch Shoulder Bag. Picture: Supplied The details The Premium Suede Leather Slouch Shoulder Bag is available in two colours, sand and chocolate. Crafted from soft, premium suede leather, it features a relaxed, slouchy silhouette and a thick, comfortable shoulder strap, making it ideal for carrying essentials throughout the day. Another popular bag in the collection is the Crescent Shoulder Bag, priced at $45, which is available in tan, chocolate, sand, and khaki. It's smaller than the shoulder bag, but still large enough to hold everyday essentials like your phone, wallet, and keys. The Crescent Shoulder Bag. Picture: Supplied The Bucket Tote Bag. Picture: Supplied The Bucket Tote Bag is another bag in the range, coming in three colours: tan, chocolate and khaki and also priced at $80. It features a large, rectangular design and an inner, removable small purse with a zip top closure. With genuine suede leather at such accessible prices, we're going to use the cliche here and say 'run don't walk' – as these bags are sure to fly off the shelves. Originally published as Target launches $80 genuine suede leather bag collection
Herald Sun
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Herald Sun
Target launches $80 genuine suede leather bag collection
An $80 bag from Target is quickly becoming a favourite among shoppers, offering genuine suede leather at a fraction of the price of many luxury alternatives. Suede is all the rage currently this winter in Australia, from suede loafers to suede bomber jackets, but finding genuine leather ones is a costly affair. For example, the Sienna Brown Suede bag from Vestirsi retails for $349, and the Tony Bianco Mily Espresso Suede Tote costs $249, which is why when Target dropped their own version of the suede over-the-shoulder bag, TikTokers lost their minds. TikToker can't believe her find One user, Emma Vosti, took to TikTok to rave about the find, saying: 'You will not believe what I got at Target yesterday. You just won't'. 'It came in its own dust bag,' she explained in awe as she pulled out the Chocolate Premium Suede Leather Slouch Shoulder Bag. She particularly loved all the small details that gave the bag a luxe touch. 'It's got lining on the bottom. It's a beautiful colour. It's got the stitching detail. Are you kidding me?' she raved, before showing a tag inside the bag that said 'suede leather'. The comments echoed her excitement, with one person saying they even left work early to go buy it. Others described it as 'beautiful' and 'chic'. Another simply said 'sold'. One fan admitted, 'I didn't realise Target did leather bags'. Influencer Steph Claire Smith even joined in on the hype and declared: 'That's a win'. Another commenter revealed, 'I truly have never been so quickly influenced. Bought it but have to find a way to drive to the town three hours away'. 'What I'm shocked!!!' said someone else. 'Going right now,' wrote another shopper. Target's new suede range Carrie Kirkman, General Manager of Merchandise at Target Australia, told 'At Target, we're passionate about giving our customers access to on-trend, high-quality pieces that are effortless and elevated – but importantly also affordable. 'Our new range of suede bags delivers on all fronts – it's made from genuine leather with that soft, velvety texture everyone loves, and is available in a fresh seasonal palette.' She said the first drop of bags is still arriving in stores across the country and landing online next week, but she's loving seeing the hype online already. 'It's been great to see the early response from our social media community. My personal favourite is the Suede Leather Slouch Shoulder Bag – it instantly elevates any look and, at just $80 for genuine suede, is at an incredible price point,' she said. The details The Premium Suede Leather Slouch Shoulder Bag is available in two colours, sand and chocolate. Crafted from soft, premium suede leather, it features a relaxed, slouchy silhouette and a thick, comfortable shoulder strap, making it ideal for carrying essentials throughout the day. Another popular bag in the collection is the Crescent Shoulder Bag, priced at $45, which is available in tan, chocolate, sand, and khaki. It's smaller than the shoulder bag, but still large enough to hold everyday essentials like your phone, wallet, and keys. The Bucket Tote Bag is another bag in the range, coming in three colours: tan, chocolate and khaki and also priced at $80. It features a large, rectangular design and an inner, removable small purse with a zip top closure. With genuine suede leather at such accessible prices, we're going to use the cliche here and say 'run don't walk' – as these bags are sure to fly off the shelves. Originally published as Target launches $80 genuine suede leather bag collection
