Tabla de contenidos para Issue 9 en Cosmopolitan Australia

Two Swim Founded by friends Mattie Gouman and Zoe Maxwell, Two Swim is a Melbourne-based label making sustainable swimwear look seriously good. In what can only be described as an oversaturated market, Two Swim’s brand vision is simple: to redefine swimwear with bold colour, feel-good energy and a lighter footprint on the planet. Each collection is considered and slow, with all pieces made from recycled and regenerated materials (such as discarded fishing nets, fabric ends and other pre-landfill plastics). Through an innovative six-step process, these once-discarded items are given new life and transformed into fabric that feels as good as it looks. In a nation in which swimwear is practically its own currency, Two Swim proves that sustainable and conscious fashion does not need to equal compromise. Their collections blend…

Do you have any beauty dupes?” I asked my housemate as I rifled through her toiletry bag looking for a sharpener for my (Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk) lip liner. “Oh yeah, I actually have a separate toiletry bag for them,” she said, nonchalantly. “Why?” I probed. “Because the beauty dupes are weekday me, and my actual products are weekend me. I don’t want to go through my good stuff for work, but the dupes I don’t really care about running out of.” My housemate is, like me, a gen Z woman who came of age in the era of Huda Beauty eyebrows and Morphe eyeshadow palettes and YouTube videos instructing us on how to execute the perfect cut-crease. Supermarket brands might have gotten a look-in when we first started dabbling…

aries March 21–April 19 You are: Adventurous and confident. So wear: A new-wave take on Pamela Anderson’s red-hot Baywatch one-piece (confidence mandatory). taurus April 20–May 20 You are: Reliable and loving. So wear: A girly-ish one-piece in the chicest olive green that will never let you down. gemini May 21–June 21 You are: Vivacious and witty. So wear: A barely-there two-piece in the hue of the season: butter yellow. Best worn with a smart comeback. cancer June 22–July 22 You are: Gentle and imaginative. So wear: A quietly chic maillot that can double as a bodysuit — or whatever you imagine it to be. leo July 23–August 22 You are: Theatrical and enthusiastic. So wear: A lurex one-piece flecked with gold that’s giving showgirl in the best way possible. virgo…

My brain is at war with my body. It won’t allow me to experience what I want to experience, to feel what I want to feel. I want to fully absorb what I’m seeing, enjoy it, but I find something, something deep and untraceable, tells me I shouldn’t, that it would be wrong. A few feet in front of me, dusk’s golden light is illuminating two bodies entwined with each other. The air smells of lemons, the ingredients for fresh lemonade shoved aside as the women choose to devour each other instead. Be in this moment, enjoy this, it’s sexy, one voice inside me insists. But then there’s the other, turning me off by screeching, You shouldn’t be finding this hot, how embarrassing, how shameful, don’t let anyone know how…

While many of us tend to turn to erotica — whether visual, written or audio — to get off, there’s something to be said for digging into the archives of your own sexual experiences. We often spend very little time reflecting on our sexual histories, so it’s easy to forget that the best sex we’ll ever see is the sex we have ourselves. And you, dear readers, have some of the best sex out there. We know this from the stories you shared with us for our sex survey last year — and so, as we’re dedicating a whole mini mag to sexy tales, we thought we’d crowdsource your hottest stories. This time, with a steamy summer twist ... Who needs porn when you can access memories like these, eh?…

Better in Black By Cassandra Clare Out December 4, 2025 In Cassandra Clare’s newest standalone, the queen of fantasy serves up a world where glamour hides danger, love tangles with betrayal and power is always dressed to kill. Bold, seductive and wickedly addictive, Better in Black is your next guilty pleasure. In Your Dreams By Sarah Adams Out December 30, 2025 From romcom darling Sarah Adams comes a laugh-out-loud, swoon-worthy story where sparks fly, timing is messy, and love has a way of showing up when you least expect it. Equal parts heart-fluttering and hilarious, In Your Dreams is a romantic comedy about big chemistry, bigger banter and the kind of happily-ever-after you’ll want to reread again and again. The First Time I Saw Him By Laura Dave Out January…

I really want to get into surfing this summer. What are your top tips for beginners? My top tips for beginners to get into surfing are to look for a local surf school. They are the safest way to learn to surf. They have all the equipment and will guide you through the steps in the most user-friendly way. If you go by yourself, it’s advisable to ask local lifeguards to suggest a safe spot to try to surf. You should never underestimate the power of the ocean, so don’t be afraid to ask other surfers or lifeguards for some advice. The best boards to start surfing on are between seven and nine foot (215cm–275cm) soft-tops. They have lots of stability, paddle really well and allow you to wipe out…

Vanilla ice cream recipe (serves 4) INGREDIENTS 3 vanilla pods (or 2 tbsp high-quality vanilla paste)800ml full cream milk800ml thickened cream300g egg yolks (about 15-16 yolks)400g caster sugar METHOD Split the vanilla pods and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and pods to a saucepan with the milk and cream. Warm gently over medium heat until steaming — but not boiling. Remove from heat, cover, and allow to infuse for 15-20 minutes. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until pale and slightly thickened. Slowly pour about a cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly (this stops the eggs from scrambling). Then pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the rest of the milk/cream. Return to…

When Bea and Her Business (real name Bea Wheeler) began posting covers online, she wasn’t chasing a viral following. “I started posting videos when I was 11 or 12,” the now 21-year-old tells Cosmo with a laugh. “For three years I was posting videos that just didn’t get any engagement — they’d get 10 likes and zero comments.” But through persistence (and a healthy dose of what she calls “delusional confidence”), Wheeler’s passion caught fire. Fast-forward a handful more years, and she has signed with Warner Music Group, released two EPs and is currently touring the world. Playing her first-ever shows in Australia, the Englishwoman is supporting The Wombats — the very band she grew up listening to. “Touring here in Australia has been a moment where I’ve taken a…

My earliest memory of beauty is … ... I can remember around age four, my dad taught me to have a “cold rinse off” after my shower before covering me in coconut oil. We would apply the oil in the shower, before towel drying off the excess. I have maintained this ritual every shower since. One part of my beauty routine that changed the most after starting a family is … ... transitioning back into an active skincare program. From trying to fall pregnant to stopping breastfeeding (a five-year journey), I came off all active products and treatments. I was very excited to be able to finally treat my pigmentation and fade my melasma. I feel the deepest sense of relaxation when … ... I meditate under my Omnilux light.…

Tatenda Luna WHAT IS ONE THING EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW OR DO TO HAVE A GREAT SUMMER? I really believe every body is a summer body and a spring, autumn and winter body, too. Our bodies are here to soak up the sunshine, enjoy a super-sweet iced beverage, have those belly-deep laughs by the barbecue and dive into the ocean with full abandon. And while you’re doing all that, staying hydrated is key — even something as simple as a morning electrolyte makes such a difference for me in getting ahead of that. WHAT ARE YOUR THREE SUMMER ESSENTIALS? 1 SPF (current fave is Clinique Dramatically Different SPF 50). 2 Face mist. I cannot leave the house without one — perfect for refreshing makeup throughout the day as well as staying…

It was a ridiculously gorgeous day at Venice Beach. Palm trees fringed a cloudless sky, tattooed skateboarders glistened with sweat as seagulls cried and swooped overhead, and standing next to me was a man who, until about 10 minutes ago, I had only ever seen on television. In person, Austin* looked pretty much the same. He had tousled black hair, dark, brooding eyes and smooth skin the colour of amber honey. I fantasised about brushing my fingertips along the place where his T-shirt met his collarbone, dragging them down to trace the contours of his muscled chest. Instead, I began shifting toward him. Delicately, casually, I manoeuvred until my arm rested against his. Would he accept the contact? He didn’t seem to notice. I had arrived here, on a first…

In Eros you reimagine iconic figures from Greek mythology such as Zeus and Icarus. What drew you to these particular myths, and how did you decide which ones to retell? Zoe: It was a very long, difficult process of narrowing down the myths because ... well, there are just so many queer myths. I ended up landing on myths that I felt had the juiciest worlds, or that I thought needed to be told. Hermaphroditus’s story is largely unknown and it just baffles me. I wanted to get that one out far and wide — and make it sexy. Queer identities have always been part of Greek mythology, though they’ve often been overlooked or erased over time. What inspired you to bring them to the forefront via a retelling of…

There’s something irresistible about a summer afternoon slipping into evening — the light softens, music drifts in the background and the air turns golden. Time slows, no one’s checking the clock and the moment feels suspended. That’s how hosting should be: easy, natural, unforgettable. This season, it’s less about perfection and more about presence. Forget “look what I made” and lean into “look how good this feels”. Chilled bubbles, thoughtful details, the right people and just enough sparkle to make the night hum. This is the art of the summer soirée. Setting the scene The most memorable gatherings never feel rehearsed; they feel lived in, no matter who your guests are. And in summer, nature’s already done the hard work. A city rooftop, a jasmine-scented courtyard, a breezy verandah by…

"Within music, there’s performance and honesty — makeup enhances both. It’s how I tell my truth without saying a word." Having spent more than half her lifetime in front of cameras, on stages and red carpets, it’s safe to say Miley Cyrus knows a fair bit about glam. The 33-year-old multi-platinum and Grammy-winning artist also happens to be one of the fiercest creatives of our generation, and one who understands the power of reinvention at that. Therefore, in September, when Maybelline New York announced Cyrus as their latest global spokesperson, it was a natural fit. Cyrus is steering the brand into a new era, when the meaning of beauty is highlighted more brightly than ever. “I remember singing the Maybelline jingle as a kid and imagining it was me on…

KAYALI Maldives in a Bottle Rosemary, lemon, starfruit, ylangylang, banana blossom, coconut $179 (50ml), at Sephora THE 7 VIRTUES Clementine Dream Clementine, blackcurrant, magnolia, vanilla $162 (50ml), at Sephora TSU LANGE YOR Sage’s Rose Myrrh, rockrose, sugar, damask rose, geranium, poppy flowers, guaiacwood, vetiver, amber resins, patchouli $210 (50ml), at Mecca ARMANI BEAUTY Acqua di Gioia Amalfi lemon, mint, water jasmine, Virginia cedar, brown sugar, French labdanum $149.99 (100ml), at Chemist Warehouse JULIETTE HAS A GUN Lust For Sun Coconut, freesia, bergamot, gardenia, monoi, ylang-ylang, orange blossom, musk, vanilla $235 (100ml), at Sephora WHO IS ELIJAH EAU Pear stems, green leaves, bergamot, black fig, coconut, Italian iris, wood, tonka, moss, musk $179 (100ml), at Who Is Elijah TOM FORD Electric Cherry Ginger, morello cherry, pistachio, pink pepper, jasmine, gardenia, cedarwood,…