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West Australian
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
STM Loves: Luxe Designer Fashion Hire, Plateful Perth, The 7 Stages Of Grieving, Adore Beauty and Re-PLAY
Behind the glass of this Subiaco boutique, there are thousands of dresses: maxis, minis, long-sleeved and strapless, tulle, sequins and everything in between, plus shoes, bags, jewellery and headwear. But it's sustainable fashion with a mission; 100 per cent of the proceeds go to support Vinnies' programs for women, including help for those fleeing family violence. The venture, which stocks designers from Valentino to Aje, Zhivago and Leo Lin, was started by the charity almost nine months ago under the motto of 'women helping women'. Last financial year, Vinnies' emergency helpline took almost 50,000 calls, with almost a third first-time callers. 'There is so much need out there, all sorts of challenges for people in the community, so we wanted to find a new revenue source to help fund, develop and grow our vital programs,' says Zoe Hammond, Vinnies head of designer fashion. There are stylists in-store and four and eight-day hire options. See @luxedesignerfashionhire on Instagram. For the young and the young at heart, this interactive exhibition at The Art Gallery of Western Australia features the playful work of local artist Maxxi Minaxi May. The display has hands-on installations, tactile experiences and bursts of colour to encourage different age groups to work together, and 'challenges the 'greyness' of contemporary life and pushes back against consumerism, schedules and screens'. 'Research highlights the profound impact of multigenerational play and creativity in igniting imagination and deepening relationships with each other and the world,' says Lilly Blue, curator and AGWA learning and creativity research manager. There will also be a special program for the winter school holidays. Re-PLAY runs July 5 until February. See . This month-long event has more than 100 offers to get people into the city in August, with everything from one-night-only premium dining to discounts for great value meals and for the first time, staycation packages with food included. The Premium Plates program includes a Parisian night at Fleur and a six-course Cape to Cape dinner at Cooee, among other high-end restaurants. Sip Sessions offers cocktail classes and guided bar-hopping, Feast involves long-table banquets and chef collaborations and Gourmet Getaways combines a hotel stay with dining. For those on a budget, Bargain Bites has specials for casual dinners and lunches. See . Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company is putting on a season of this groundbreaking play to mark 30 years since it premiered as a radical act of Aboriginal theatre-making. The 1995 play, by writer/director Wesley Enoch and acclaimed actor Deborah Mailman, is told by a single narrator and weaves together cultural knowledge, memories and experiences. Its production by Yirra Yaakin, starring Shontane Farmer and Shahnee Hunter in alternating shows, is the first time the play has been presented by an Aboriginal theatre company. It will be at Subiaco Arts Centre from July 3-12. See . After years of eagerly awaiting their skincare deliveries (and the obligatory Tim Tam), Perth beauty lovers can finally shop in-person, with Adore Beauty opening two stores. The first opened at Westfield Carousel on June 26, with Westfield Booragoon to follow on July 10. More than 90 brands will be on offer, including a dedicated Korean beauty section, haircare, fragrances, local favourites and global names like La Roche-Posay and Dermalogica. Forget hibernating: from July 7 to August 17 the Leederville Precinct will come alive with this annual food, wine and music festival. Over six weeks The Leederville Hotel, The Garden and Sevo will host a tasty array of dinners, tastings, workshops and parties as a way to showcase talented chefs, winemakers and creatives. From an evening of Boombox Bingo, to a decadent Deep Woods truffle dinner to a Stretch and Sip mozzarella masterclass, there is plenty to draw you out of your dressing gown. For more details and tickets go to .
7NEWS
30-05-2025
- Business
- 7NEWS
Vinnies launches e-commerce store for shopping second hand items from the comfort of your home
After over a century of in-store shopping, Vinnies is making its move online. Launching May 29, Vinnies Finds is a fresh new digital platform where shoppers can browse and purchase more than 30,000 pre-loved items across mens and womens fashion and accessories — from anywhere in the country. Shopping second-hand is continuing to grow in popularity, and Vinnies is making it easier than ever to source rare, one-of-a-kind items from the comfort of your home. With new arrivals dropping every, each item to land on site has been thoughtfully chosen by staff and volunteers at Vinnie's Stanmore warehouse. Like all in-store purchases, online orders will go straight to supporting Vinnies' important community programs across NSW. We've already been scrolling through the site and have cherry-picked our favourite finds. Vinnies is a go-to for thousands of shoppers across NSW, with a whopping 220 retail outlets in the state alone. 'The new curated online store complements our bricks-and-mortar locations, offering customers the flexibility to shop in person or online,' says Yolanda Saiz, CEO of the St Vincent de Paul Society NSW. 'As shopping habits evolve in the digital age, our move online ensures Vinnies remains relevant and accessible. Today's consumers are seeking convenience, sustainability, and style, all in one click,' she explains. 'Going digital allows us to reach a wider crowd and keep up with the growing demand for eco-friendly options, all while giving pre-loved clothes a second life.' Thanks to the easy-to-navigate website, Vinnies Finds have even curated collections for shoppers to browse through. There's Staff Picks, Old Favourites and even trends like 'Double Denim' and 'Office Siren' for those in the market for a fashion-forward piece. At Best Picks, we're loving the fact that you can filter through brand name, making finding your favourite fashion labels much quicker. 'By donating to Vinnies, you're not only giving your pre-loved items a new life but also supporting a sustainable and circular economy, all while helping those in need,' Yolanda explains. 'The proceeds from these sales directly fund Vinnies' programs and services, supporting thousands of vulnerable individuals and families across New South Wales each year.'
