frank bits
nice one, nancybird
The fashionable folks at Melbourne label Nancybird have a bit of a track record collaborating with rad artists. To adorn the floaty frocks and flattering separates in their spring-summer collection, the team picked out pastel florals by Nicola Woodcock, intricate illustrations of traditional Pacific Island Hiapo designs by Cora-Allan Wickliffe and colourful still life paintings by Elle Burguez. Want to wrap yourself up in some artful prints? Pop over to nancybird.com
the big squish
Toasting marshmallows by the campfire is nice and all, but it sure takes a lot of work. That just won't do for us indoorsy types, who want smooth, creamy, melty marshmallows without having to light a fire. Dani Krieke-Bramall has a solution: her homemade marshmallow spread – $8 from marshmallowclub.com.au – has that all-important ooeygooey texture and goes down especially well in a hot choccy. It’s also perfect for slathering on toast (or eaten straight out of the jar, if we’re being honest).
keep your cool
When someone ticks you off, it helps to imagine the satisfying, over-the-top ways you could retaliate. For example, there was that time you could have poured your latte over the head of the dude who cut you off in the coffee queue. Luckily for him, you decided he wasn’t worth the spike in your blood pressure. That makes you a paragon of self-control, and you deserve a reward. So how about these cute (and frank) Didn’t Stab Anyone Today socks, available for $22 from accessories brand Jubly-Umph (jubly-umph.com)? We’ve also got five pairs up for grabs at frankie.com.au/win
what’s your bag?
Sitting down (and getting back up) changed forever when a trio of Italian designers created the bean bag in 1968. Thanks to them, seating got a heck of a lot comfier, and thanks to Sage and Clare, heaps groovier too. If you’re in need of a plush pouf to plonk down on, stop by sageandclare.com or try your luck at frankie.com.au/win, where we’re giving away one of the brand’s Hanna bean bags, worth $259.
a total hoot
Owls have an uncanny ability to look both cute and intimidating, like they’re peering into your soul or, at the very least, judging your weirdo humanness. If you’d like the penetrating stare of an owl on your person, consider this Lucky barn-owl ring by Thai maker GOOD AFTER NINE. They make magical, whimsical baubles inspired by nature, and for around $180, this feathery friend could be yours. goodafternine.com
