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They're from the UK and known for their work with U2, The Arctic Monkeys and Kylie Minogue. Now United Visual Artists have hit Melbourne with their hottest new installation, ‘VOLUME’. This unique mixture of luminous LED columns lights up as you walk through it and is accompanied by a loveable soundtrack from Massive Attack's Neil Davidge and Robert Del Naja. Best at night, you'll find it now at Fed Square. Love.
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Talented Melbourne based designer and jewellery maker, Kim Victoria Wearne, is the creator of Bonfire Folk. Every unique piece of her amazing jewellery is made with love, using one-off casts and hand-cutting. Fashion Melbournites are especially in love with her Into the Fire Collection, featuring the creepy bat kid brooches. Love.
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Melbourne's most-loved Muscrats Vintage is the creation of sister duo Nicole and Caitlin Muscat. Since 2006 they've lovingly been putting together amazing collections of timeless one off vintage pieces and accessories. Now this weekend, Muscrats Vintage is hosting the Hello Sailor Vintage Fair at Carlton - a must for Melbourne fashionistas.
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Of course we love Sophie Albou's Paul & Joe from Paris. So we're not surprised when Melbournites keep telling us how much they love venturing down Toorak Rd to our very own Paul & Joe boutique to check out their latest collection. But the best bit - we're especially excited about their 3 day sale, on now in Richmond until this Sat. Share the love.
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On cold Saturday nights, Melbournites love climbing the steep staircase, past the tunes of the Cabaret Bar and entering the realms of The Panama Dining Room on Smith Street. With its abstract patterned walls and open arched windows it feels like SoHo rather than Fitzroy. But the best bit is the great food and gorgeous wine list - best sipped on their ultra-comfy couches.
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This cream is all about luxury. It's zinging scent and thick, creamy texture has Melbournites snapping up jars all over town. Since 1987 Aesop has been creating jars of goodness, made from organic natural sources, right here in Melbourne. And with must-have products like this Mandarin Facial Hydrating Cream, they have risen to international acclaim. Pure love.
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Lovebento-ites are always telling us how much they love an early morning search for a bargain at Camberwell Market. Held every Sunday, this most-loved market is as close as Melbourne Gets to a flea market. So as the weather gets chillier, there's no better place to be, than scrimmaging through antique Chinese furniture, or Jackie O style Box hats and gorgeous handcrafted jewellery. Just don’t forget to wear your warm leather gloves.
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It's one of Melbourne's most loved winter musts. As the chill sets in across town, nothing beats a bowl of steaming soup. And while the Morrocan Soup Bar serves up delightful bowls of delicious soup everyday it's the banquet that always tempts everyone. For a mere $20, Morrocan Soup Bar lovers delve into a vegetarian delight that leaves even the biggest meat-lovers wanting more. Love it.
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Melbourne can't get enough of craft, craft and more craft this winter. And so, on a cold winter's night, there's no better place to turn than Mixtapezine - Melbourne's very own craft magazine. Mixtapezine began as a photocopied issue in early 2007, from Justine and Simon's Melbourne home. Today it's shipped all around the world and fans can also download a PDF from their website. The best bit - it's all written from the heart by crafters and artists. Love it.
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SYN is Melbourne's hottest youth community Radio and TV creator. Run entirely by people under 25, anyone who's in the know around town, tunes into it everyday. Right now until June 14, SYN is holding their Subscriberthon, and LoveBento-ites can subscribe and make a pledge to keep independent and youth-made media healthy. Subscribe now to take your Vitamin SYN. Love action.
- SYN Radio & TV
- Subscribe to SYN now before June 14.
- syn.org.au
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Nichola started Wardrobe Refashion after deciding to quit buying new manufactured clothing - to do her part for the planet, save money and improve her sewing skills. Now each year, Melbournites join her to make the pledge to stop purchasing new manufactured clothing for 2, 4, 6 months or even - life. Together they pledge to refashion, renovate, and recycle pre-loved items with their own hands. And the result is a lot of savvy green creations posted on Nichola's loveable blog. Nice.
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LoveBento subscribers love this little store in Brunswick East called Five Boroughs. In this loveable space, Five Boroughs feature designer handmade artworks, textiles, jewellery and more - specialising in Australian design, mixed with a sprinkling of overseas and vintage delights. LoveBento-ites especially love their artisan wool accessories, made right here in Melbourne, and the stunning winter collection from Otto and Spike. Love.
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Matinee Idol is one of Melbourne’s hot uprising fashion labels. And their Limited Edition
Trucker Caps, which have been spotted in Croatia, Italy, New York and LA, are about to hit our town in a big way. With only 50 trucker caps per style and inspired by authentic vintage patches, they're a must have this winter.
Matinee Idol's hot tip for the perfect fit - "Trucker caps should be a touch higher than a baseball cap and maintain a slightly curvier bill in front.” Nice.
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It's one of the newest and cutest labels in town. Prudence and Horatio make the sweetest brooches consisting of resin, adhesive vinyl, paper, coloured ink and a brooch clasp. Handmade in Melbourne, their new bird brooches are a must have with Melbourne winter coats. The only problem will be choosing - you'll want them all.
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It's all about love for the poster, and it's happening in Melbourne this week. KesselsKramer is a communications agency based in Amsterdam and London, renowned for its innovative, contemporary marketing and branding. Now in Melbourne, KK Exports: 12 Years of Posters & Other Communications is an exhibition featuring some of their best commercial and cultural posters plus more. It all starts this Fri 5th June at the most loved Guildford Lane Gallery.
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Melbournites are falling in love with this new local and eco-friendly fashion event concept. Miss Green’s Wardrobe is all about Designer Fashion Exchange Events that give fashion savvy locals (lovebento-ites) the opportunity to update their wardrobes in an environmentally sustainable way. Melbournites bring 1-5 unwanted designer fashion items, and swap them for fresh and fabulous pieces. And it's all held at the loveable Baroq House.
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Everyone's talking about Buckley Ward, a young Melbourne indie band, who've just released their debut album (which they're giving away for free on their website). The album showcases their diverse range of styles, and also captures the fun and playfulness of their live show. LoveBento subscribers tell us it's already been on repeat on their iTunes for weeks.
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Hidden in a disused yard in the back streets of Fitzroy, every Saturday, you'll find the Rose St. Artists Market. This is haven for creatives from all around town to come and showcase their art and design to the community - showcasing up to 70 artists and designers each week. This weekend is the World's Greatest Swapmeet with the best streetwear around - not to be missed.
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Finally, Melbournites have an amazing designer fabric store right on our doorstep in Flinders Lane. There's been nothing in Melbourne like Tessuti Fabrics from Sydney...until now. Home to the world's most beautiful designer fabrics for over 15 years, Tessuti Fabrics buys from some of the most loved European & Australian designers including Armani, Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Akira, Karen Walker, Wayne Cooper & Scanlan & Theodore. You'll love every visit.
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LoveBento-ites are raving about the hot boots from local Melbourne shoe designer - Monette. Launched in 2007, Monette is the vision of Liliana, Jacqueline and Annette. This winter, they're turning heads with their super-hot McKenzie Boot. With it's exquisite weaved design, it's fast becoming a Monette classic and a Melbourne winter must-have. We're in love.
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