Winter Fashion 2026
Winter at the Sunshine Coast calls for hinterland adventures. The Kin Kin Hotel inspires a wardrobe built of rich textures and indulgent warmth. Set against weathered timber and lush hinterland greens, this season’s fashion story is all about the tactile art of layering.
Robust fabrics like corduroy and cotton meet an earthy palette of neutrals. It’s relaxed sophistication meeting the fire lit romance of a country escape.
Fashion Editor: Carlie Wacker @worldofwacker
Creative Direction: Ali Smith @graphicalidesign
Photographer: Ian Waldie @ianwaldiephotography
HMUA: Craig and Lara Argent @pony_beauty_bar_noosa
Model: Jessica Rigg @jessica_kate_rigg Chic Management @chic-brisbane
Embroidery Hoop Shirt and pearl drop earrings from Elmari Boutique, 0457 931 473.
LA Eyeworks Bucatini frames from Hammond Optometry, 5476 2333.
Etnia Barcelona Gevinson frames, Etnia Barcelona Mixura frames, Matttew Bailaor frames, Albert I’mStein Eclipse frames from Hammond Optometry, 5476 2333.
Humidity Va Va Velour coat and stitched pants, Neutrals shirt from Belle Collective and Co, 0407 762 436.
Flableus Imelda shoes from Sara Leonardi, www.itsafad.com
Marilyn shirt embroidery Anglaise and Kiki dress in Chocolate from Wacker Clothing Company, wackerclothingcompany.com. Shoes, model’s own.
14k Yellow Gold and Diamond pendant featuring 6.99ct Queensland Boulder Opal with 9K Yellow Gold Omega Chain; 18k Yellow old and Diamond Ring featuring a 4.2ct Andamooka Crystal Opal; 14k Yellow Gold Ring featuring a 2.9ct Queensland Boulder Opal; 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet featuring Coober Pedy Crystal Opals; 9k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings featuring Coober Pedy Doublet Opals.
All from Opals Down Under, 5494 5400
Bella Carina Miracle Jogger, Leopard Dream Check shirt and Oriel shoes and bag from Elmari Boutique, 0457 931 473.
