AboutPeta Barker, Author at The Creative Issue
Indooroopilly’s A/W Fashion Launch
March 19, 2015 | Peta BarkerThe West Side is now home to Brisbane’s ultimate fashion destination; Indooroopilly Shopping Centre. Recently the shopping mecca hosted a lavish evening of champagne, dinner, a few famous faces and of course, the latest A/W threads. We have all the info you need to know about the new season offerings at Indooroopilly. Read More
Dior And I
March 10, 2015 | Peta BarkerYou’ve seen Valentino: The Last Emperor, The September Issue and Yves Saint Laurent. What’s next? This years most exciting behind-the-scenes film, Dior And I. Read More
Not To Be Missed Event: James St Up Late
February 27, 2015 | Peta BarkerDiscounts and special offers on new season wares, drinks and nibbles, styling tips from the Marie Claire crew, a street style photographer and free goodies bags. Sounds like your idea of a good time? Then keep Thursday, March 12 free for the ultimate late night shopping experience at James St Up Late. Read More
Moonlight Cinema, Everything You Need To Know
January 7, 2015 | Peta BarkerOver the past few years Moonlight Cinema at New Farm’s The Powerhouse has established itself as a summertime favourite activity. We tested it out to give you the low down on the open air cinema. Read More
How To: Shop The Sales
December 24, 2014 | Peta BarkerIt’s a pretty exciting time of year, Christmas celebrations, New Year’s festivities… oh, and SALES! Read our definitive how to guide to avoid sale fatigue, post purchase depression and overuse induced credit card pain. Read More
Holiday Reads For A Fashion Know-It-All
December 18, 2014 | Peta BarkerChristmas holidays are upon us, but alas, you don’t have your holiday reads sorted! Look no further, we have a tried and tested list of the most fashionable reads. Read More
Trinkit Hunter, Latrobe Terrace Paddington
December 17, 2014 | Peta BarkerCraving a little bit of gypset style but don’t have a weekend free to trek down to Byron Bay? Look no further than Paddington’s latest edition, Trinkit Hunter. Read More
How To Look Polished With Minimal Effort
December 13, 2014 | Peta BarkerEver feel frazzled, frumpy and like a fashion train wreck? That’s me every time an important event, meeting or just a bad hair day rolls around. So I have these wardrobes saviours tucked away for sartorially challenging days. Keep these fail safe outfits in your wardrobe for instant ‘pulled togetherness’ (yes I just made up that phrase). Read More
Fashion Rules I Wish My Mother Taught Me
December 3, 2014 | Peta BarkerAll too often I read of fashionable women learning their ways from a sartorially blessed mother, aunt or grandmother. Read More
3 Boutique Swimwear Labels For Summer 2014
November 26, 2014 | Peta BarkerIf the scorching heat is anything to go by bikini season has arrived! Before you hit the shops (or your laptop) for your annual swimwear purchase consider a boutique swimwear label to ensure your cozzie doesn’t blend in with the rest. … Read More
H&M To Open QLD’s First Store At Indooroopilly Shopping Centre in 2015
November 20, 2014 | Peta BarkerStop the press! Brisbane is officially on the international fashion map, H&M is coming to Indooroopilly Shopping Centre. Read More
Op Shopping With Hannah Klose of Never Ever Pay Retail
November 19, 2014 | Peta BarkerOp shopping, thrifting or vintage, whatever you call it Hannah Klose of Never Ever Pay Retail knows it! Read More
Beach Bag Beauty
November 18, 2014 | Peta BarkerThe mercury is rising and the smell of Summer breaks are around the corner. Whether you choose Noosa, Byron Bay or an international shore a full face of makeup won’t cut it. Not only does heavy makeup look out of … Read More
Spring/ Summer 15 Trend: Off-The-Shoulder
November 4, 2014 | Peta Barker‘Off-the-shoulder’, or OTS if you will, might conjure up imagery of Jenny From The Block, Flashdance and early 2000’s teen fashion, but shoulderless fashion 2.0 is chic, grown up and set to be a major trend player this Spring/ Summer. To ensure you are more French Riviera than 80’s disco follow these guidelines for perfecting the cold shoulder. Read More