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More and more bikes are popping up all over Melbourne every day. So what better way to add style to your ride than with a Handlebar Bag from new Melbourne cycle fashionistas CycleStyle. They cater to cyclists who like to look good on and off the bike so even when the weather is cold, you and your bike can be hot.
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Ok, it's like this. Cancel your dinner plans and take your crew to Mamsita for a night to remember. It's Mexican food at its finest, and coupled with an electric atmosphere and great wine it's not to be missed. Not sure what to order? Leave it to the wait-staff. Mexican love!
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Weekday mornings are made all the better with C.O.T coffee. Run by two baristas from Vue de Monde the aroma of their coffee greets everyone passing through the Flinders-Degraves underpass. You will not be disappointed.
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Douglas & Hope is a place that you go to buy gifts for friends and always leave with a little something for yourself. With must-have accessories to gorgeous plates, dresses and purses this is the perfect place to find the perfect gift.
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Infamous street artist Banksy takes his graffiti to the big screen for the world's first street art disaster movie. ACMI are only showing the flick for the next couple of weeks, so get in quick!
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Fashion and Art. Two of LoveBento's loves are found together at Melbourne based blog Patsyfox. Here you'll find a good dose of fashion, exceptional illustrations and quirky notes on life.
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As you know, we love Australian designers! And our new favourites for winter? Alpha60. While their entire parrot range for winter is tempting we can't go past their signature scarves. These pleat scarves make every outfit a sculptural piece. Love it.
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Sssh, it's another secret Lovebento cafe! So hidden, Espresso 3121 is almost invisible to the naked eye. Loaded with goodness, 3121 is made up of 3 key ingredients: Big spacious tables, stylish decor and amazing coffee - with a new exotic blend eat week. Yummy.
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Talented Melbourne makeup artist Claire Vyverberg has made-up the stars. Now she's started her very own business offering makeup lessons, tutorials as well as shopping services - and we're super excited. Claire will revamp your makeup bag as your personal makeup stylist. Book now for 20% off any makeup application in the month of June. Love it.
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Of course LoveBento fans love Japanese style - especially Tokyo street fashion. And that's why tokyofashion.com is one of our hottest blogs right now - featuring the best and weirdest moments from Tokyo streets. After two sold out Lady Gaga concerts there, these fans now how to show their love. A must visit.
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Currently experiencing a heap of attention after being featured in Cheap Eats 2010, Demitris Feast is a well discovered LoveBento favourite. But popularity doesn't take away from the glorious eating experience you get there. It's a Greek breakfast like you've never had before. Our tip: head across for breaky, leave your name at the door and have a pre-coffee at Brunos while you wait for your exquisite Baclava French Toast.
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What is love without a Chicken Man? If you haven't seen him yet, you'll spy the Chicken Man around Melbourne, often at Flinders St Station and most recently at our most loved Rats with super hot GameBoy/GameGirl. His most loved act -What is Love on the pianica of course. Love it.
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Meet Ben. He loves drawing, music, and his city, Melbourne. One look at his pictures and you'll fall in love with his simple style and effortless cool. He's already getting a name around town, and even designed the Mixtape Cover for our mates at Junior. One to watch and commission. Love.
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A young talented Melbourne group created NuTeez, an online store with streetwear and 'underground' fashion garments from young local designers. Their simple motto - 'to stop people wearing the same clothes as the dude standing next to them'. Worth an online shopping spree - their site is full of great stuff from Melbourne designers like Chapter 11. Love.
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We just love this Equus Ring by talented Momoko Hatano. Available on Moose Art for Living's online shop, it's an Autumn must-have. Having just launched in 2009, Momoko has made a name for herself in Melbourne with her super-hot jewellery collection. We also love the Caterpillar Ring. Take a look and trust us, you'll fall in love.
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Wash your Face in Orange Juice, it's Peter Combe at Ding Dong Lounge tonight. We all loved Combe when we were kids, and now with the sound of Juicy Juicy Green Grass and Spaghetti Bolognaise belting out of Ding Dong, tonight is going to be bigger than ever. Plus you get a free toffee apple and newspaper hat on arrival. Newspaper mama!
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Melbournites with pets know that to be Best in Show around town, they must accessorise their dogs with Best in Park. Made in Australia, Best in Park feature some of the most loveable accessories for our four legged friends that we've seen. These super cute leash holders are a must. It looks like it's time to walk the dog.
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LoveBentoites rave to us about Stylestalker, and we know why. You won't be able to resist the latest additions to their store, including this must have Raven Dress. But be sure to get in quick for winter now - Stylestalker zipper and blackmail leggings are a must and they're walking out the door fast. Love.
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We love uber talented Melbourne artist Vexta. She's just completed this super large street art piece called 'A Matter of Time' in North Melbourne. And now she's set for her very own solo exhibition project "Extinction in Technicolour" opening this weekend. With Vexta, it's all about paintbrushes, spraycans, acrylics and pens. Her exhibition is a must visit.
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LoveBento fan Dan Lewis from Special Award Records has just released Swan vs Raptor, a free digital download with 19 tracks featuring hot Melbourne bands like Darren Sylvester, Woollen Kits, the Motifs, Mark Barrage, Lehmann b Smith and heaps more. They're all bands Dan loves and wanted to share with everyone. And of course, we're pleased to share the love. Nice work Dan.
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