Kiri Johnston

Editor at Style Magazine

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Sushi Room Reopens at The Calile with New Bar and Dining Space

4 weeks ago | stylemagazines.com.au | Kiri Johnston

Since opening in 2021, Sushi Room has quietly become one of Brisbane’s most respected dining spots — a place where every detail feels deliberate. From the produce to the playlist, the room to the rice, it’s precision done with style. Tucked beneath The Calile Hotel, the moody, minimal space has long drawn a crowd that appreciates restraint, craft, and a dining experience that borders on performance art. Now, it’s back. And it’s bigger, sleeker, and a little more spontaneous.
Dion Lee Acquired by Revolve | Style Magazines

1 month ago | stylemagazines.com.au | Kiri Johnston

After a quiet exit, Dion Lee is making an equally quiet return. The cult Australian label — once a fixture on the global fashion circuit — has been acquired by US retail giant Revolve for just under $1 million. A low-key deal, but a big moment. Dion Lee has always operated in a league of his own — architectural silhouettes, technical precision, and a certain confidence that didn’t care for trends. It was bold, directional, and distinctly Australian — and the world took notice.
Helen Mirren Wears Brisbane Designer Margot McKinney at Cannes Film Festival 2025

1 month ago | stylemagazines.com.au | Kiri Johnston

In a major moment for Australian design, Brisbane-based jeweller Margot McKinney made her Cannes Film Festival debut overnight, with Dame Helen Mirren stepping onto the red carpet wearing a show-stopping high jewellery collier titled Marina. The piece, created by McKinney and crafted in Brisbane, was worn for the premiere of Colours of Time and marks a career milestone for the fourth-generation jeweller.
Queen Amann Bakery Opens in Bowen Hills | Kouign Amann Hits Brisbane

1 month ago | stylemagazines.com.au | Kiri Johnston

We’ve found the ultimate treat worth ditching your diet for — and no, it’s not another cronut. Say bonjour to Queen Amann Bakery, the soon-to-open bakehouse in Bowen Hills that’s bringing serious French flair (and a touch of fashionable drama) to the Brisbane pastry scene. Opening by the end of the month, Queen Amann Bakery will be serving up golden, caramelised kouign amann, fresh focaccia, sourdough sammies, and coffee that actually hits. The crown jewel?
Our Editor’s Take On This Year’s Australian Fashion Week

1 month ago | stylemagazines.com.au | Kiri Johnston

I noticed a distinct shift in the air at this year’s Australian Fashion Week. Presented by Shark Beauty and held at Carriageworks — the beating heart of Fashion Week year after year, with offsite shows dotted across Sydney. the week unfolded with less noise and more nuance. Instead of loud looks and louder lenses, the energy was grounded, intentional, and quietly self-assured.
Furniture Pieces Our Editor Bought for Her New Home | Style Magazines

1 month ago | stylemagazines.com.au | Kiri Johnston

It’s official — I’ve entered my homeowner era. Or, apartment era. Technically. My partner and I ditched the so-called dream that most millennials are chasing — owning a house in the ’burbs. Instead, we chose to invest in a small but chic two-bed apartment in inner-city Brisbane. It felt much more us. We wanted to live in an urban area with enough happening around us, and being by the river was important — it gives the city energy without the chaos.
The Frontier: The Must-See Show at Australian Fashion Week 2025

1 month ago | stylemagazines.com.au | Kiri Johnston

There’s a certain energy around this one. Showing next week at Australian Fashion Week, The Frontier brings together a considered lineup of designers from Australia and New Zealand: Amy Lawrance, Courtney Zheng, Common Hours, Esse Studios, Matin, Paris Georgia, and Wynn Hamlyn in what’s set to be one of the week’s defining moments. Less spectacle, more substance. These are designers with something to say. Communicating through cut, texture, and restraint.
My Skin Journey with TotalFusion Platinum Spa

2 months ago | stylemagazines.com.au | Kiri Johnston

My relationship with my skin has always been… complicated. While some people coast through life with clear complexions, I’ve dealt with breakouts, redness, pigmentation, and texture since my teens. My combination skin is temperamental, and over the years I’ve tried it all: dermatologists, prescriptions, peels, facials, and every so-called miracle product. Some helped — others just left my skin more stressed. After a lot of trial and error, I’ve found that simplicity works best for me.
Escapism Redefined: Discover Slow Travel at Crystalbrook Byron

2 months ago | stylemagazines.com.au | Kiri Johnston

Escape isn’t always about where you go. It’s about what you’re hoping to find when you get there. Today, travel is less about ticking off destinations and more about understanding why we choose to leave in the first place. What compels us to board the plane, book the retreat, or take the scenic route home? And what exactly are we hoping to discover upon arrival? If you’ve been feeling a little off, a little scattered, or simply in need of space, you’re not alone.
Our Editor’s Guide to Sydney (Spoiler: You’ll Want to Stay in Double Bay)

2 months ago | stylemagazines.com.au | Kiri Johnston

Sydney moves at two speeds. There’s the fast version, where you’re weaving through the CBD, juggling meetings, and seriously questioning why you thought your Gucci mules could handle the mileage (they couldn’t). And then there’s the slower version. The one that’s a little under the radar, where locals go about their days, and the pace feels… manageable.