Let’s call it how it we see it, Canberra is underrated. In our restaurants, our nightlife, and our fashion. Those in-the-know will tell you that the best Autumn trends 2023 has to offer can be found in Canberra shopping malls, tucked away in local boutiques, or curated by small businesses. Forget online shopping; everything you see can be purchased right here in our own fashion Capital.

Masc. maximalism

Thea wears ELK Ebba earrings, $45, Foil Whistle & Flute blazer, $189.95, Yarra Trail Embroidered Shirt, $149, LD & Co Vest, $129.95 and ELK wide leg culotte, $139, Debbie Maree’s Fashion Boutique; Woven snake chain necklet, $59.95, Gregory Ladner pearl pendant, $29.95, Brave + True bracelet, $44.95 and Barcs stone set bangle, $59.95, David Jones; Ziera Tulips loafers, $259.95, Happy Fit Footwear.

In the booth Doctor bag, $479, Arpelle: Gregory Ladner check blanket scarf, $49.95, David Jones.

Colour therapy

Thea wears Leather double breasted coat, $899.95 and rib turtleneck top, $59.95, Witchery; ELK Cila knit jumper, $189, and skirt, $229, Debbie Maree’s Fashion Boutique; Agenda two tone bangle, $59.95 and Charles & Keith top handle bag, $115, David Jones; Frankie4 Rach boots, $319.95, Happy Fit Footwear.

Chocolate indulgence

Thea wears Harrington jacket, $499, Arpelle; Classic waistcoat, $159.95, Witchery; Ace of Something Billy cap, $59.95, Saba Freya silk shirt, $329, Veronika Maine Scarlet Foulard skirt, $309, Olga Berg Marlo bag, $119.95, Marcs floral & chain necklace, $69.95 and Marcs coloured disc hoops, $29.95, David Jones; Rieker Percy boots, $289.95, Happy Fit Footwear.

Photography Kerrie Brewer

Styling Anja de Rozario

Model Thea Jade

Makeup Steph Church Makeup Artist

Location Luna Bar, Canberra City

Get the latest Canberra news, sport, entertainment, lifestyle, competitions and more delivered straight to your inbox with the Canberra Daily Newsletter. Sign up here.