Category Archives: In Love:

A DOG EAT DOG WORLD

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Here at WAH HQ we love a good puppy cuddle. With our beautiful babies Bear & Moose spending their days chilling out with us in the office, listening to cool tunes, licking the models faces and occasionally chewing a shoe or two, it goes without saying that we consider our pets our family. So when we stumbled upon a little puppy publication called FOUR&SONS we had to had to share it with you. Not only do they LOOOOVVVVE dogs just as much as we do (which is A LOT), but they match our passion for design, culture and creativity too. A world where puppies and culture collide? YES PLEASE!

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Curated out of Melbourne, Four & Sons is the epic creation of designer Marta Roca. In constant amazement of the love, bond and relationship between dogs and humans, the publication aims to provide an artistic canine-centric vision of art, community, people and products. From ceramic dog tea cups, stylish gear for the modern mutt, to incredible and innovative editorials, both in print and online Four & Sons have created something really special.

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For a modern take on puppy love visit Four & Sons full website here and purchase Issue 1 of Four & Sons here.

Follow their instagram feed @fourandsons

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And Now, A musical Interlude

The latest single from one of our favourite local girls Coby Grant, tells a story about a grand love that will always exist and always have you wondering what might have been. This talented Indie/Folk artist continues to create magic with her upcoming album to be released in early October. Keep an eye out.

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Jewels with a Difference

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Supporting local design is incredibly important to us and we always get a little bit excited when our creative and talented friends produce something special. We chatted to the gorgeous, down to earth and sun seeking babe Krystle Knight, designer and founder of Krystle Knight Jewellery about her latest collection of fine crystal jewels, her inspirations and love for the never ending summer. Vibrant, energetic and with a smile on her face, here is what she had say..

Congratulations on the success of Krystle Knight Jewellery! What inspired you to go out on our own and create this label?

Thank you, it has all really happened very organically, which is so amazing, it really does blow my mind daily!

After working in fashion wholesale for 7 years, the opportunity came up to start working on something for myself and I took it. It has all been a matter of perfect timing!

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What is the ethos behind KKJ? What sets it apart from others out there?

KKJ’s aesthetic is simple, cool and effortless. I am continually inspired by simple styling that shows of the natural beauty of the crystals.

I work mainly with clear quartz crystals, which is definitely my favourite crystal. It is known to be the master healer of all crystals. It works on all areas of the body, awakening, amplifying and transmitting energy, as well as clarifying the thought processes. It is also perfect for removing negative energies & a powerful healing stone for any condition or state of mind.  A strong belief in this is what makes KKJ different.

You have worked with some very talented creatives within the industry. Tell us how important that has been to the exposure of Krystle Knight?

I have been so fortunate to collaborate with so many amazing creatives in this industry. What I love about it all, is that everyone is there to support one another and help each other with their brands exposure. It is so amazing to see and also to be involved in. We have a few different collaborations coming up and this is all apart of developing a creative culture and community.

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Social media is redefining the way we see style and the way we create style, how has social media impacted your brand?

Social media is really incredible. It allows access to so many talented, creative people  from across the world and acts as a platform to connect with like minded people & brands. I have such great support on social media, it truly is amazing, it really has allowed KKJ to grow to where it is today.

The introduction of colour and neon hues in the new collection feels playful and innovative. What inspired you when creating this collection?

I always loved a pop of neon. I don’t go anywhere without my neon nail polish on.

Travelling to different tropical locations growing up, I always found myself coming home with a bunch of neon bracelets on my wrist.

I guess neon really is the epitome of Summer; so it made sense to be able to offer some affordable fun pieces & tie them back with our crystals. You will start to see more neon in our coming collections, stay tuned

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Where do you seek inspiration from?

I am continually inspired by Summer (of course) and the elemental beauty of nature. When designing I want to show off the natural beauty of each crystal and transform this into simple, wearable, statement pieces.

We know you are a summer baby just like us. If you could chase the never ending summer where would you start?

My go to spot is always Bali! However, I am spicing things up this month and taking a quick European vacation.

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Favourite summer activity?

Relaxing at the beach and Yoga by the ocean.

 One WAH print on a beach of your choice? GO!

Love love love The Chameleon at Geger Beach in Nusa Dua

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With a supportive and creative community behind Krystle Knight, we continue to expect big things from this summer loving, bohemian babe. For every thing KKJ and to shop the latest collection visit the website here and follow their Instagram @krystleknightjewellery.

Fashion Week MINIMALISM

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Minimalism was the aim of the game at last nights Melbourne Spring Fashion Week designer runway. Narrated by a story of Melbourne aesthetic, spring style and electro pop/psychedelic tunes, designs by the likes of Yeojin Bae, Alice McCall, LifeWithBird and our very own old roomies Kahlo were effortlessly chic and contemporary.

Alice McCall changed it up this season using more structured elements within her designs. Still paying homage to the traditional aesthetic we have all come to love, the use of architectural inspired tailoring saw McCall tread the line of playfulness and simplicity perfectly.

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Yeojin Bae. What can I say? Brilliance. Every single year this gorgeous, creative human amazes me. With geometric silhouettes, cut out waistlines and asymmetric structures, Yeojin Bae is innovative and visually articulate. She is true to her creative vision and creates designs that reflect the contemporary female aesthetic.

LifeWithBird reinforced that pink, whether pastel or fuchsia, is here to stay this season. With laser cuts, sheer panelling and horizontal structures becoming a focus within the collection, the designs were distinct and conceptual. Designers Bridget McCall and Nicholas Van Messner have again created a simple, modern and inventive vision of style and design.

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With our good friends over at Kahlo showing their latest collection at MSFW, we were incredibly excited to see what they had in store. Laid back, nonchalant, sport luxe and chic is everything Kahlo this season. Elegant yet understated, just the right amount of metallic paired with a monochrome palette and all of the layering perfection you could hope for. High neck lines, crops and simple structures gave the collection a sense of boyish charm and versatility. On point Kahlo, on point!

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With minimalism trending now more than ever, these talented designers have created beautiful designs that ultimately reflect todays modern woman who seeks comfort, versatility and elegance. I’d say that all of those boxes were ticked.

Next up on the runway? Embellishments! @MSFW #MSFW for all things Fashion week.

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Summer Sirens

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There have been many Summer Sirens over the years but none more beautiful then these original beach babes. Providing inspiration for many with their gorgeous voluptuous bodies, stunning faces and kick ass careers, these ladies have got it all. See our top 5 Summer Sirens of all time!

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1. Well this original Hollywood beauty needs no introduction. An icon throughout the ages, the pin up girl all pin up girls wanted to be, the most envied actress of her time with beautiful curves and a vibrant personality to match, Miss Marilyn Monroe was and always will be THE Summer Siren.

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2. Ursula Andress is known literally as “That Bond Girl”. The one who has inspired many swimwear campaigns and has been the envy of many women around the world. Emerging from the ocean, sun soaked and wearing one of the most famous bikinis ever to be worn on film, Ursula Andress is an iconic Summer Siren.

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3. Oh Elle! How could we not include you in our top 5! Always the bronzed beauty with golden sun kissed locks, Elle rocked the 90s and redefined the term supermodel. Even today you can still find Elle enjoying the sunshine with her family on a tropical beach somewhere in the world. To her the ocean, the sand, the surf really is home.

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4. Blue Lagoon was no doubt a controversial film, but it did kick start this Summer Sirens career. Brooke Shields was and still is the ultimate beach beauty. With her etherial like qualities and luscious locks, her career from childhood star to full time dedicated mother is inspiring within itself.

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5. Learning to surf for the film Blue Crush may have just been the best thing Kate Bosworth ever did! That bleach blonde hair, killer tan and #fitspo bod is only a few of many features that make Kate Bosworth a Summer Siren.  Inspiring many young girls to pick up a board and ride a wave, Blue Crush empowered females all over the world. Kicking off her singing career, married life and continuous work in charity, we think Kate Bosworth is an all round good human.

But we know that whilst these 5 women are put in the spot light, there are summer sirens and everyday beach babes all around the world. We know this because you are the very reason we exist! So keep tagging @wearehandsomeswimwear and #wearehandsome on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. We want to hear from you, because we know that you are all the original Summer Sirens.

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Erika Rivera | A Handsome Rendition

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The very talented illustrator ad creative Erika Rivera has created an amazing rendition of her favourite pieces from our Handsome collections. We caught up with Erika and she told us all about her love for drawing, illustration, design and everything beautiful.

We adore your renditions of our swimwear. Tell us a bit about yourself. Where are you from and what is your background?

Well, I’m originally form San Diego, California where I went to school at FIDM for Product Development. I recently moved to Syracuse, New York to be with my soon to be husband. Moving from the West Coast to the East Coast was a huge change for me especially climate wise. This was going to be my first winter ever I I’m glad to say I’m still alive. Since moving I have really focused on the basic skills for my drawings. During winter I stayed inside most days due to the winter but I found it as a blessing in disguise. I was able to sit down and draw until my little heart was content. I’ve always loved fashion and my friends would always want to pick an outfit for them.

Since I wanted to do something with my fashion background I knew drawing illustrations would be perfect. I get to look at outfits pieced together by bloggers, runway shows, and many brands on the market. I decided illustrating was my way to express myself and put a fun spin on clothes. I get excited whenever a new project lines up because I’m able to share my passion with others. Plus, I love getting the client’s reaction once they receive the final product.

Many artists draw on the elements that surround them for creativity, what are some of your inspirations?

For me to be inspired it starts with a simple walk outside. Just taking in a breath of fresh air gets my wheels going. I try to take in as much nature that surrounds me and then I find that my mind starts creating. Another way I get inspired is to be by the beach. When I was in San Diego the beach was my safe haven from anything that was happening in life. I loved listening to the waves, feeling the sand, and that powerful sun. Even imagining that I’m there will do. Then I start sketching and figuring out the movement of a garment when looking at photos. Earth is my muse.

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When did you first discover you had this creative talent? What made you pursue this?

The very first time I found myself intrigued with art was 3rd grade. We had to draw a picture of a how to get out of a house fire safely. My picture won throughout all the elementary schools and got recognition from the local fire department. This was a huge deal to me. Once I found my creative side I never wanted it to disperse. My dad is very creative and an amazing artist. He would draw my brother and I like it was second nature. He tells me I get my artistic side from him. I definitely agree. As I got older I started getting into clothes and fell in love with the concept of creating yourself from the outside. I was always checking out what the classic pieces were to have in a wardrobe and what to wear during the seasons. Whenever I would go shopping my dad would always be there. He has a lot to do with my artistry. Overall my family was behind my every decision.

How has social and digital media helped you to share your talent? How important has this been?

Oh my gosh!! Big time!! Social media is the main reason I’m able to share my fashion illustrations with the world. Instagram is my biggest help to show what I do. Being able to reach other all over is completely incredible. I’m very blessed to live during a time where technology is mainstream. I love having access to reach out to people in the palm of my hand. Literally. There is a massive support team through social media and reading the positive feedback touches my heart. I also stumble upon other artists and its life a family reunion where you have no idea who anyone is but can connect so easily with them. When I met new artists from any industry I embrace them. And stay connected is so important! I mean we have no excuse to send a thank you or a hello to someone anymore. I’m very thankful to have social media in my life. Sometimes I do need to put the phone down though and be present.

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Do you have a favourite artist? If so who and why?

I would have to say Karl Lagerfeld and Stella McCarthy. Karl Lagerfeld has revamped Chanel and added a modern spin on every collection. I never get bored with anything he gets his hands on. He will mix the timeless classics with an unexpected twist. And come on, everyone loves a great plot twist to a story. Now Stella McCarthy perfectly captures what a women is all about…Confidence. The simplicity and femininity of her garments are flawless. You’re able to use a coat from a past collection and pair it with a blouse from her 2014 summer collection. She never misses a beat. I would love to wear everything she’s created.

Where to from here? What big plans do you have in the mix?

Well, I’m going to continue practicing everyday. I want to make sure I’m persistent in enhancing the basics of my skills. I want to work with other brands, designers, and fashion bloggers to create illustrations that will be very special. When I make my place in this fashion world I would be thrilled to work with magazines and have my illustrations hanging up in a museum one day. Could you imagine!? I want to show girls that dreams can come true with hard work and never saying No! Collaborating is what I love doing. I want to create, inspire, and imagine everyday.

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From all of your renditions of We Are Handsome (all are amazing) which one was your favourite to sketch and why?

My favorite rendition to sketch was the Landing Scoop one piece that shows the backside. I usually illustrate forward and three-quarter poses but this backside is my favorite. It’s playful, sexy, and fun. The colors of that swimsuit were my favorite. The way the plane is about to land with the palm tress around it reminds me of home. You can pair this one piece with a fabulous floppy hat and look stunning by the poolside, beach, or relaxing in a hammock.

If you had to choose one print/design to wear from our latest collection what would it be and why?

Hands down the Aloha string bikini. Love the colors, print, and everything about it! I’m a bikini kind of gal and this screams Erika! It would be perfect for my honeymoon coming up in a month. Plus, I think my fiancée would love to see my strutting my stuff in this little number. Incredible!

How can we find and follow you?

My coming along website: www.erikalynndesigns.com

Follow me on Instagram: @erikalynnrivera

 

SUMMER FITNESS FUN

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Changing up your exercise routine is the ideal way to embrace the beauty of summer. We adore soaking up the sun with workouts that that boost our summer spirit. Perfect for soothing the soul, summer fitness is the best kind. Get moving with these outdoor adventures, which we recommend trying on a fine summer’s day or while you’re on a tropical holiday.

Surfing

Who doesn’t love the idea of being able to ride a sweet wave? Surfing brings out your inner beach babe and is also a killer workout. An invigorating natural stress relief, surfing also improves cardiovascular fitness, shoulder and back strength as well as leg and core strength.

Paddle Boarding

Stand-up paddle boarding is a super fun sport, a fabulous tummy toner and a great arm work out. Paddle boarding is also the ideal way to get out and see some truly stunning scenery. Still water beaches or lakes, lagoons and rivers are ideal for paddle boarding – otherwise you may be in for a wild ride. This worldwide fitness craze is also amazingly uplifting.

 Swim

Embracing the great outdoors nourishes the mind, body and soul. Simply hitting the water and swimming laps outdoors is a refreshing and stimulating way to get some cardio into your day. We love embracing our local Sydney beach pools for a breathtaking experience, such as the iconic Icebergs in Bondi. If you’re on holiday, snorkelling is a fantastic way to explore while being active.

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Beach yoga is the ultimate way to develop your flexibility and strength. Practicing yoga on a hot day at the beach delivers similar benefits to a Bikram class, but with awesome visual benefits. The biggest perk of beach yoga is getting to dip in the ocean once you’re done. The healing and health benefits of yoga are endless. Yoga helps to clear the mind and remain balanced while improving your fitness, flexibility, strength and posture.

Beach run

Training on the beach is a fun workout escape. Breathing that crisp, salty beach air will make you feel brand new. Our favourites include boxing, sprints, strength circuits and boot camp style training at the beach or your preferred outdoor location. You could also simply go for a long beach run to tone up those legs.

So what are you waiting for? Get active, soak up the sun and enjoy that never ending summer.

GOOD TUNES GOOD VIBES

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Now you know we love listening to our favourite tunes, in fact at WAH HQ music is an essential in our day. It motivates and inspires us and if anything it keeps us in a  good mood. Nietzsche once said that ‘without music, life would be a mistake’ and we tend to to agree.

Every year at Australian Fashion Week we always choose a soundtrack that represents who we are at We Are Handsome. A collection of songs that fill our guests with good vibes and a beat in their step. This year was no exception. Luckily for you we teamed up with Spotify Australia to create an awesome playlist just for Fashion Week, so you can relive the WAH runway all over again.

You can listen to and follow our playlist from our Mercedes Benz Fashion Week runway here.

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Now all you need is a couch to kick back on….OH WAIT we created that too! We teamed up with Spotify to deck out some very Handsome couches in our favourite prints from our latest collections.

So kick back, chill out and enjoy the We Are Handsome vibes.

 

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Vera Xane X WAH

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Here at WAH we love our jewellery. Rings, cuffs, necklaces, we have a slight obsession. Pair this with an affinity towards animal print…..like you didn’t notice already…and you have the perfect combination.

This year we teamed up with the talented Alex Smyth-Kirk from boutique jewellery label Vera Xane for a very handsome collaboration. First starting her studies of gold and silver smithing at the young age of 17, Alex has always had a passion for jewellery and the creation of beautiful unique pieces. Inspired by pop culture, rock n roll, innovative fashion trends and cultural architecture, Alex took on the challenge of creating her own label in 2011, having nothing but success since.

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Her talent caught our eye so much that we decided to work with Alex to help provide the final touches on our latest campaign shoot Oddessey Rising in The Maldives as well as creating custom made WAH inspired pieces for our runway ready looks at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. The runway collection featured pineapple rings, birds of prey necklaces, cuff like belts with a fierce rendition of our tiger print, tropical palm trees and watermelons for earrings and quirky lobsters to make a statement. Each piece matched the essence of what We Are Handsome are all about and added to the fun, summer vibe of our runway.

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Keep up to date with everything Vera Xane by following the labels instagram @veraxane and jump on the website.

 

A Handsome Rendition: The Colour Of Whimsy

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We caught up with the gorgeous and ever talented artist Jessica Guthrie, who recently sketched her own renditions of our latest collection The Tropic Of Babylon. We asked a few questions about her life as a creative artist, here’s what she had to say:

We absolutely love your renditions of our Tropic of Babylon collection. Tell us a bit about yourself? Where are you from? What is your background?

Originally from Melbourne, my background is in fashion design and production, both mainstream and made-to-measure. I moved to Sydney 8 & 1/2 years ago with my husbands job relocation, which allowed me to start a new venture and open up a vintage clothing business in Surry Hills called Coco Repose. I remained creative by sourcing vintage and antique clothing and accessories to sell in my boutique. This also drove my inspiration for my own limited edition range of clothing using vintage fabrics and trims.

Fashion, design and history of bygone eras are a love of mine, but I wanted to create more and have always known that I wanted to eventually step into the world of fine art and illustration. I have always tried to dabble and keep up with life drawing and art, but a year and half ago I had a bit of a ‘light bulb go off in my head’ moment and decided I could follow my dream NOW and not wait. So I closed my business to study art at the Julian Ashton art school in Sydney.

As of January 1st 2014, I put the self imposed challenge out there to start a blog and produce a ‘sketch a day’. This was to create a profile online for myself and to be able to collaborate with other business’. It also gives me freedom to create quick images each day with anything that takes my fancy on that given day. It is challenging, but the feedback is positive and exciting. And after this year I hope to develop these quick sketches into larger artworks after finding out what works and inspires me the most.

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When did you first realise you had this creative talent? What made you persue this?

I have always had a love of drawing from a very early age. Even in primary school my projects always had to be the largest, most illustrated, collaged, tea stained – creative! I used to spend hours on pretty borders and many more simply sketching and colouring in. I can still remember when I was 8 years old, my grandparents gave me a 72 set of Derwent pencils which went a long way to fuelling my creative dreams. Working in the fashion industry gave me a creative stepping stone to be creative in a career that allowed me to design and travel, but also give me important business skills.

Tell us about some of your inspirations? What really drives you?

I am naturally a very driven person, there are never enough hours in the day! I have always been inspired by art and the creative process, and particularly fashion and the history of different eras. Travel gives me a lot of inspiration and I have been fortunate to travel through work which has opened my eyes and inspired me. In particular, Paris is my favourite destination and I will be headed there in July purely for an inspiration and art related trip!

I am a bit of a bowerbird, I collect everything! I pour of fashion magazines, I love visiting art galleries, but even everyday items and nature inspire me, I am always collection feathers on walks and looking at things around me for textures and design. I feel like I can find inspiration everywhere, If only there were more hours to create! – Oh and I am a little obsessed with Pinterest!

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Do you have a favourite artist? If so who and why?

Hmm… my all time favourite artist/design is Alexander McQueen and currently Sarah Burton, I simply adore her creativity and style and courage in design! Purely from an art perspective, I am drawn to Degas and Rodin for their subject matter, line and sculpture. I can’t wait to get back to Paris to visit Rodin’s garden again, and to sit with my sketchbook and just draw!

You are clearly talented and have received a positive response in social media, how has the impacted how your work is received?

Social media is now such a powerful tool. Having worked in my own business I can recognise just how much this can impact on an individuals profile. There are so many talented artists out there and social media is a fantastic way to build an awareness of an individuals work. For me, it is a process of putting myself out there, and receiving feedback (good or bad) to fuel me on my journey and validate a change in career direction. Creative careers can be quite solitary at times, and it is amazing how instant positive feedback from instagram or Facebook can keep pushing me and encourage me to create. It is also a great way to be able to connect with other business’ and to show them an instant profile of your work.

Where to from here? What big plans do you have in the mix?

From here I plan to keep studying and refining my art skills. I would love to collaborate with other creative business’ on illustrated product and fashion. My long term plan is to create pieces of art using vintage and antique pieces that I have collected over many years as my inspiration. I have a story for each piece, which I hope to be able to convey through my art. I am open to where the road leads for me which is daunting but super exciting! Being a Saggitarius, I am always up for the adventure that lies ahead, it is the unknown that excites me. I do know that if I could draw, paint and illustrate everyday of my life, I would be one happy fulfilled girl!

I am glad to have had the experiences I have had in fashion and business, I feel like it has given me a great set of skills to work from, and a clear view on what inspires me. Now having made the decision to pursue my love of drawing and painting, I know that I am on the right track of pursuing my absolute passion!
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What made you choose We Are Handsome as a part of your inspiration and what is your favourite sketch of the renditions?

Having a fashion background, I love to be inspired by creative fashion and was drawn to ‘We Are Handsome’ because of the unique imagery and themes favoured. I think WAH designs are bold and fun, and typify a creative process that is not always evident in the fashion industry. They are unique, and give your customer a statement about their own choice of style.

My favourite rendition sketch is ‘The Voyeur’ leggings – I love the colour and design, and I am particularly drawn to colourful feathers for painting and drawing!

If you had to choose one print/design to wear from our latest collection what would it be and why?

Ooh tough! Do I have to pick one??? I would choose ‘The Bahamas’ scoop one piece. Firstly I am always drawn to anything pink and flamingoes, and I could absolutely see myself wearing this by the pool to my Bali holiday in a couple of weeks time. I could then also wear it as a body suit with a skirt over the top out for afternoon drinks – win win! X

How can we find and follow you?

You can view my work on my wesbite www.thecolourofwhimsy.com.au

Follow me on Instagram @thecolourofwhimsy

Like my FB Page The Colour of Whimsy

Get Interest with Pinterest @colourofwhimsy

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UNDERBUST 55.20 60 64.8 69.60
WAIST 52 57 62 67
HIGH HIP (10CM Above Waist) 77 82 87 92
LOW HIP (10CM Below Waist) 89 94.2 103.20 104

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    •All SALE purchases are final and cannot be returned (including exchanges, credit notes and refunds). We kindly ask that you carefully consider your items before purchasing. Sale returns will only be accepted if the merchandise is faulty or wrongly described.

 

    •During sale periods where a discount code is used, any orders placed prior to the start time of the sale will not be eligible for the discount. This includes the current sale 10TH Birthday Sale.

 

    • •Item/s must be unworn, unwashed and in the original sellable condition. All labels, packaging and hygiene stickers must be attached and in their original condition.
      •       Please make sure that swimwear is tried on over your own underwear. In the interests of hygiene, we may refuse returns of items where it’s obvious that this hasn’t been done.

 

    •Customers are responsible for organising the shipment of returns including the cost to send the return back to us. WE ARE HANDSOME is not responsible for the shipment of returns and will not replace or process a return that is lost during shipment. We recommend shipping returns through a tracked service.

 

    •It is not the responsibility of WE ARE HANDSOME to pay or reimburse customers for any government import fees, taxes and/or charges that may be applied to orders. It is the responsibility of customers to be aware of and pay any such costs that their country may apply to imported goods.

 

    •Refunds are made to the credit card that was used to make the original purchase and are for the cost of items only. Shipping costs will not be refunded. Please allow 7 business days for the refund transaction to be completed back onto your card. We will contact you via the email address listed on your order when the refund has taken place.
    • Refunds for purchases made through Paypal might be subject to Paypal Fees upon refund. We Are Handsome is not responsible for such fees, which generally represent a small % of the transaction. We cannot reiburse you for suh fees if they are charged through Paypal’s platform.

 

  • •For exchanges, we will require a shipping payment to be made prior to re-shipment. We will request this payment from you via PayPal. The charges are as follows:
    •USA Domestic $5
    •International Standard $10 (International costs will be in the relevant currency)
    •International Express $20 (International costs will be in the relevant currency)

 

    •Due to the select nature of our product, we cannot guarantee the availability of merchandise for exchanges.

 

    •Once your return order has been received your order will be processed within 7 business days. During holiday periods/sale seasons it may take longer.

 

    •We do not accept returns from purchases made through our stockists. We can only process returns on purchases that were processed through our e-boutique.

 

    •Stock quantities are not updated in real time, and therefore occasionally an item may be sold out at time of purchase. If you purchase an item that is sold out, you will be notified by email as soon as possible and offered a suitable replacement or full refund.

 

    •Delivery delays may occur during high volume and peak periods or due to unforeseen reasons. During these times, please allow an additional 7 business days for your order to be delivered. Russian/ South African customers may need more patience by reason of the local delivery system and customs­­.

Privacy, Terms & Conditions

It is your responsibility to read and familiarise yourself with the WE ARE HANDSOME Privacy Policy. To do this, go to the CUSTOMER CARE page and click on the provided link.

This Privacy Statement applies to all personal information collected by WE ARE HANDSOME via the internet, including without limitation, by way of the WE ARE HANDSOME website located at  WWW.WEAREHANDSOME.COM

WE ARE HANDSOME recognizes the importance of protecting the privacy of our client’s personal and financial information and acts in accordance with this recognition. As a result, WE ARE HANDSOME has instituted strict policies regarding your privacy. Information provided at the time of registration or submission will not be used for any unsolicited communication, unless you provide your consent. When you register with WE ARE HANDSOME you give us your consent to treat your personal data in accordance with this online privacy policy and for the purposes described below.

What WE ARE HANDSOME collect

In order to provide our clients with the service they deserve WE ARE HANDSOME collects the information that our clients give us. This may include personal information given to us by you when you fill in questionnaires, contact forms or other sections of the WE ARE HANDSOME website or when you post or input information to the WE ARE HANDSOME website; and about how you use the WE ARE HANDSOME website.

We study our clients’ and visitors’ use of our website so we can improve our services and enhance your WE ARE HANDSOME experience. When you register with WE ARE HANDSOME, you give us your name and email address. WE ARE HANDSOME does not collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of thirteen. If you are under thirteen, please ask your parents to register or exit this website.

How WE ARE HANDSOME use the information you provide

If you give us your name and email address, we may contact you by email with special information about WE ARE HANDSOME and our products. We only communicate with you by email if we have your permission. Otherwise, we use your information only to provide our clients with a better service experience and ensure that partners, our affiliates and we maintain and improve services to our clients. WE ARE HANDSOME will not otherwise use or disclose any information about you without your consent, unless:

Will WE ARE HANDSOME share your information with other entities?

WE ARE HANDSOME does not sell or rent our client’s names, addresses, email addresses or other personal information. In order to maintain our website and enhance our client communications, WE ARE HANDSOME contracts with selected third parties. As necessary, your personal information may be shared with these third parties, solely for the purpose of assisting WE ARE HANDSOME in these endeavours and subject to strict contractual confidentiality obligations. WE ARE HANDSOME will not otherwise use or disclose any information about you without your consent, unless: the use or disclosure is for one of the purposes described in or otherwise permitted by this policy; the use or disclosure is required or permitted by law; we believe it necessary to provide you with a service which you have requested; we believe it necessary to protect the rights, property or personal safety of another person or WE ARE HANDSOME; or the assets or operations of WE ARE HANDSOME’S business are transferred to third party.

If you do not provide requested information, WE ARE HANDSOME may not be able to provide you with access.

PRIVACY SECURITY

WE ARE HANDSOME will take reasonable steps to protect the personal information it holds from misuse and loss and from unauthorized access, modification or disclosure and to make sure that the personal information it collects, uses or discloses is accurate, complete and up-to-date. WE ARE HANDSOME uses appropriate security measures to protect the information you give us. While we take stringent measures to protect our website and all information, you should be aware that no internet data transmission can be guaranteed to be 100% secure from access by unintended recipients. WE ARE HANDSOME will not be responsible for events arising from unauthorized access to your personal information.

Use of this Website

You will be required to register to use some of the features on this Site. We may change registration requirements from time to time and without notice. When you register, you are required to provide information about yourself that is true, accurate, current and complete in all respects. Should any of your this information change, please notify us immediately at the following e-mail address customerlove@wearehandsome.com.

Copyright

You must comply with all proprietary and copyright notices on this Site. This Website is owned by WE ARE HANDSOME and its associates, and subject to copyright.

Your Activity

You use this Site at your sole risk. You agree that you will be personally responsible for your use of this Site and for all of your communication and activity on this Site. We reserve the right to deny you access to this Site, or any part of this Site, at any time without notice. If we determine, in our sole discretion, that you engaged in prohibited activities, were not respectful of other users, or otherwise violated the TOS, we may deny you access to this Site on a temporary or permanent basis and any decision to do so is final.

Links and Third Party Representation on this Website

WE ARE HANDSOME holds no liability or warranties for any other website that you may have access through this Site.

WE ARE HANDSOME has no control over content that may be publish on Other Websites that are linked to WEAREHANDSOME.COM and the accuracy of information published on the Other Website.

WE ARE HANDSOME is not liable to you or any other person for any direct, indirect, special or other consequential damages arising out of any use of this Site, the use of any other linked website, the use of any Other Website or any Third Party Posted Material.

RETURNS and ORDERS POLICY

  • You must notify WE ARE HANDSOME within 7 calendar days of accepting delivery of the order AND arrange return of the item/s within 7 calendar days after receiving our email authorizing the return.

 

  • To notify WE ARE HANDSOME, email your proof of purchase, being an invoice or email confirmation from WE ARE HANDSOME, to our customer service team at customerlove@wearehandsome.com .

 

  • All sale purchases are final and cannot be returned (including exchanges, credit notes and refunds). We kindly ask that you carefully consider your items before purchasing. Sale returns will only be accepted if the merchandise is faulty or wrongly described.

 

  • During sale periods where a discount code is used, any orders placed prior to the start time of the sale will not be eligible for the discount. THIS INCLUDES CURRENT SALE: 10TH Birthday Sale

 

  • Item/s must be unworn, unwashed and in the original sellable condition. All labels, packaging and hygiene stickers must be attached and in their original condition.

 

  • Customers are responsible for organising the shipment of returns including the cost to send the return back to us. WE ARE HANDSOME is not responsible for the shipment of returns and will not replace or process a return that is lost during shipment. We recommend shipping returns through a tracked service.

 

  • It is not the responsibility of WE ARE HANDSOME to pay or reimburse customers for any government import fees, taxes and/or charges that may be applied to orders. It is the responsibility of customers to be aware of and pay any such costs that their country may apply to imported goods.

 

  • Refunds are made to the credit card that was used to make the original purchase and are for the cost of items only. Shipping costs will not be refunded. Please allow 7 business days for the refund transaction to be completed back onto your card. We will contact you via the email address listed on your order when the refund has taken place.

 

  • For exchanges, we will require a shipping payment to be made prior to re-shipment. We will request this payment from you via PayPal. The charges are as follows:
    • USA Domestic $10
    • International Express $15 (International costs will be in the relevant currency)

 

  • Due to the select nature of our product, we cannot guarantee the availability of merchandise for exchanges

 

  • Once your return order has been received your order will be processed within 7 business days. During holiday periods/sale seasons it may take longer.

 

  • We do not accept returns from purchases made through our stockists. We can only process returns on purchases that were processed through our e-boutique.

 

  • Stock quantities are not updated in real time, and therefore occasionally an item may be sold out at time of purchase. If you purchase an item that is sold out, you will be notified by email as soon as possible and offered a suitable replacement or full refund.

 

  • Delivery delays may occur during high volume and peak periods or due to unforeseen reasons. During these times, please allow an additional 7 business days for your order to be delivered. Russian/ South African customers may need more patience by reason of the local delivery system and customs­­.

 

 

FAQ's

WHAT'S THE BEST WAY TO GET IN CONTACT WITH YOU?

The best way to get in touch is via our website contact form or by sending an email to customerlove@wearehandsome.com.
We’ll get back to you as soon as we can – we promise.

I'VE SENT AN EMAIL TO CUSTOMER SERVICE AND HAVEN'T HEARD BACK!

Don’t fret, handsome one! Right now our customer service takes place on Monday and Thursday every week.
If you’ve emailed us outside of these days we’ll get back to you on the next available Monday or Thursday – we promise!

CAN I CHECK ON THE STATUS OF MY PACKAGE?

Yes – just log into your account and you can see the status of your order!
Click HERE to log in.

DO YOU DELIVER TO BUSINESS ADDRESSES OR PO BOXES?

Yes, we deliver to business addresses. We cannot, however deliver to PO boxes. This address cannot be changed once the item has been dispatched.

WHAT IF MY PACKAGE DOES NOT ARRIVE?

If your package is taking longer than you expect, please email us at customerlove@wearehandsome.com and will endeavour to track down your package for you.

DO YOU REFUND PURCHASES?

Please read our Returns Policy on our website here – https://wearehandsome.com/delivery-returns/ 

Returns & Exchanges

Please read our Returns Policy on our website here – https://wearehandsome.com/delivery-returns/ 

*Please note Returns & Exchanges are not applicable to Sale Items. This includes the current 50% off sale: 10TH Birthday Sale

Conditions of Return/Exchange

Please read our Returns Policy on our website here – https://wearehandsome.com/delivery-returns/

WHAT CURRENCY WILL I PAY IN?

Our prices are automatically determined by your location and are set to the relevant currency that you will be charged in.

  • Australia: AUD
  • United Kingdom: GBP
  • European Union: EUR
  • USA/Rest of World: USD

Our website settles into USD from your creditcard.

WILL YOU GET REPLACEMENT STOCK ON AN ITEM IF YOU HAVE SOLD OUT?

If you are looking for a specific style and our website shows we are sold out, please email us at customerlove@wearehandsome.com . We can tell you whether we have any more stock available – or when we will and if any of stockists might have what you’re looking for.

WHAT IF I RECEIVED THE ORDER AND IT IS INCORRECT?

We do our best to get your order correct the first time around, but mistakes do happen occasionally!

If the order you received is incorrect – please email customerlove@wearehandsome.com and we will ensure you receive the correct order as soon as possible.

IS THE WE ARE HANDSOME WEBSITE SECURE?

Rest assured that your personal details are completely secure with us. We do not share, sell or distribute customer information

We store any personal information that you give to us securely, using high-level SSL encryption technology. You will notice that the URL prefix (located in your address bar) will change from the standard http:// to secure https:// – this means you are in a secure mode.

WHAT SIZE AM I?

At WE ARE HANDSOME we make sure that our sizing is in conjunction with Australian sizing standards. This being said, please note that each and every designer does vary.

You can see the sizing chart on each product page or on our website here – https://wearehandsome.com/size-guide/ .
We offer many styles in different shapes and cuts, please take the size guide as a guide only.

MY PROMOTIONAL CODE DOESN'T WORK?

If you are having any trouble at all with your promotional code, please email us straight away at customerlove@wearehandsome.com and we’ll look into it for you.

Note that during sale times, other promotional codes and gift certificates cannot be used in conjunction with the sale code.

WHAT PAYMENT METHODS DO YOU ACCEPT?

We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Please note that there is a 2.5% charge on American express. We do not accept direct debits.

HOW DO I CARE FOR MY GARMENT?

Although our garments may make you feel invincible, the swimsuit itself is rather delicate.

Make sure you follow these easy steps to make sure your piece of We Are Handsome stays with you forever!

  • Use a mild detergent while hand washing it separately in cold water.
  • Pretty please don’t tumble dry, wring, soak or bleach your garment (that’s just cruel), it’s best to let it dry in the shade.
  • Try not to leave it rolled up and wet, make sure you rinse it really well after each use, especially if you’re spending a lot of time frolicking in an infinity pool – or a non-infinity pool for that matter!
  • Please don’t iron or dry-clean it.
  • Also, try to stay away from rough surfaces as it could cause pilling, and we all know that is not a good look.

 

Privacy, Terms & Conditions

It is your responsibility to read and familiarise yourself with the WE ARE HANDSOME Privacy Policy. To do this, go to the CUSTOMER CARE page and click on the provided link.

This Privacy Statement applies to all personal information collected by WE ARE HANDSOME via the internet, including without limitation, by way of the WE ARE HANDSOME website located at  WWW.WEAREHANDSOME.COM

WE ARE HANDSOME recognizes the importance of protecting the privacy of our client’s personal and financial information and acts in accordance with this recognition. As a result, WE ARE HANDSOME has instituted strict policies regarding your privacy. Information provided at the time of registration or submission will not be used for any unsolicited communication, unless you provide your consent. When you register with WE ARE HANDSOME you give us your consent to treat your personal data in accordance with this online privacy policy and for the purposes described below.

What WE ARE HANDSOME collect

In order to provide our clients with the service they deserve WE ARE HANDSOME collects the information that our clients give us. This may include personal information given to us by you when you fill in questionnaires, contact forms or other sections of the WE ARE HANDSOME website or when you post or input information to the WE ARE HANDSOME website; and about how you use the WE ARE HANDSOME website.

We study our clients’ and visitors’ use of our website so we can improve our services and enhance your WE ARE HANDSOME experience. When you register with WE ARE HANDSOME, you give us your name and email address. WE ARE HANDSOME does not collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of thirteen. If you are under thirteen, please ask your parents to register or exit this website.

How WE ARE HANDSOME use the information you provide

If you give us your name and email address, we may contact you by email with special information about WE ARE HANDSOME and our products. We only communicate with you by email if we have your permission. Otherwise, we use your information only to provide our clients with a better service experience and ensure that partners, our affiliates and we maintain and improve services to our clients. WE ARE HANDSOME will not otherwise use or disclose any information about you without your consent, unless:

Will WE ARE HANDSOME share your information with other entities?

WE ARE HANDSOME does not sell or rent our client’s names, addresses, email addresses or other personal information. In order to maintain our website and enhance our client communications, WE ARE HANDSOME contracts with selected third parties. As necessary, your personal information may be shared with these third parties, solely for the purpose of assisting WE ARE HANDSOME in these endeavours and subject to strict contractual confidentiality obligations. WE ARE HANDSOME will not otherwise use or disclose any information about you without your consent, unless: the use or disclosure is for one of the purposes described in or otherwise permitted by this policy; the use or disclosure is required or permitted by law; we believe it necessary to provide you with a service which you have requested; we believe it necessary to protect the rights, property or personal safety of another person or WE ARE HANDSOME; or the assets or operations of WE ARE HANDSOME’S business are transferred to third party.

If you do not provide requested information, WE ARE HANDSOME may not be able to provide you with access.

PRIVACY SECURITY

WE ARE HANDSOME will take reasonable steps to protect the personal information it holds from misuse and loss and from unauthorized access, modification or disclosure and to make sure that the personal information it collects, uses or discloses is accurate, complete and up-to-date. WE ARE HANDSOME uses appropriate security measures to protect the information you give us. While we take stringent measures to protect our website and all information, you should be aware that no internet data transmission can be guaranteed to be 100% secure from access by unintended recipients. WE ARE HANDSOME will not be responsible for events arising from unauthorized access to your personal information.

Use of this Website

You will be required to register to use some of the features on this Site. We may change registration requirements from time to time and without notice. When you register, you are required to provide information about yourself that is true, accurate, current and complete in all respects. Should any of your this information change, please notify us immediately at the following e-mail address customerlove@wearehandsome.com.

Copyright

You must comply with all proprietary and copyright notices on this Site. This Website is owned by WE ARE HANDSOME and its associates, and subject to copyright.

Your Activity

You use this Site at your sole risk. You agree that you will be personally responsible for your use of this Site and for all of your communication and activity on this Site. We reserve the right to deny you access to this Site, or any part of this Site, at any time without notice. If we determine, in our sole discretion, that you engaged in prohibited activities, were not respectful of other users, or otherwise violated the TOS, we may deny you access to this Site on a temporary or permanent basis and any decision to do so is final.

Links and Third Party Representation on this Website

WE ARE HANDSOME holds no liability or warranties for any other website that you may have access through this Site.

WE ARE HANDSOME has no control over content that may be publish on Other Websites that are linked to WEAREHANDSOME.COM and the accuracy of information published on the Other Website.

WE ARE HANDSOME is not liable to you or any other person for any direct, indirect, special or other consequential damages arising out of any use of this Site, the use of any other linked website, the use of any Other Website or any Third Party Posted Material.

RETURNS and ORDERS POLICY

  • You must notify WE ARE HANDSOME within 7 calendar days of accepting delivery of the order AND arrange return of the item/s within 7 calendar days after receiving our email authorizing the return.

 

  • To notify WE ARE HANDSOME, email your proof of purchase, being an invoice or email confirmation from WE ARE HANDSOME, to our customer service team at customerlove@wearehandsome.com .

 

  • All sale purchases are final and cannot be returned (including exchanges, credit notes and refunds). We kindly ask that you carefully consider your items before purchasing. Sale returns will only be accepted if the merchandise is faulty or wrongly described.

 

  • During sale periods where a discount code is used, any orders placed prior to the start time of the sale will not be eligible for the discount. THIS INCLUDES CURRENT SALE: 10TH Birthday Sale

 

  • Item/s must be unworn, unwashed and in the original sellable condition. All labels, packaging and hygiene stickers must be attached and in their original condition.

 

  • Customers are responsible for organising the shipment of returns including the cost to send the return back to us. WE ARE HANDSOME is not responsible for the shipment of returns and will not replace or process a return that is lost during shipment. We recommend shipping returns through a tracked service.

 

  • It is not the responsibility of WE ARE HANDSOME to pay or reimburse customers for any government import fees, taxes and/or charges that may be applied to orders. It is the responsibility of customers to be aware of and pay any such costs that their country may apply to imported goods.

 

  • Refunds are made to the credit card that was used to make the original purchase and are for the cost of items only. Shipping costs will not be refunded. Please allow 7 business days for the refund transaction to be completed back onto your card. We will contact you via the email address listed on your order when the refund has taken place.

 

  • For exchanges, we will require a shipping payment to be made prior to re-shipment. We will request this payment from you via PayPal. The charges are as follows:
    • USA Domestic $10
    • International Express $15 (International costs will be in the relevant currency)

 

  • Due to the select nature of our product, we cannot guarantee the availability of merchandise for exchanges

 

  • Once your return order has been received your order will be processed within 7 business days. During holiday periods/sale seasons it may take longer.

 

  • We do not accept returns from purchases made through our stockists. We can only process returns on purchases that were processed through our e-boutique.

 

  • Stock quantities are not updated in real time, and therefore occasionally an item may be sold out at time of purchase. If you purchase an item that is sold out, you will be notified by email as soon as possible and offered a suitable replacement or full refund.

 

  • Delivery delays may occur during high volume and peak periods or due to unforeseen reasons. During these times, please allow an additional 7 business days for your order to be delivered. Russian/ South African customers may need more patience by reason of the local delivery system and customs­­.