Maggie Zhou

Melbourne, Sydney

Writer and Content Creator at Freelance

editor @ fashion journal & culture club podcast co-host ⭐️ words in The Guardian, R29, Elle, Marie Claire, MTV etc

Articles

Above The Clouds’ First Melbourne Store Wants To Surprise You

2 weeks ago | broadsheet.com.au | Maggie Zhou

In 15 years, Sydney’s Above the Clouds has built a loyal following of fans who flock to its online and Surry Hills store for a slice of what’s hot. Now, the fashion, accessories and footwear boutique has expanded and opened its first interstate store. On Melbourne’s Collins Street, Above the Clouds has found a sleek two-storey building to call home. Its mission has always remained the same: to bring the world’s most fashion-forward labels to Australia.
A sex coach on how to have the best one-night stand

3 weeks ago | fashionjournal.com.au | Maggie Zhou

“It’s okay to be loud, to be curious, to explore new things you’ve never dared to try.” My favourite ever one-night stand was with a man I met in Sydney. I was on a weekend away with one of my best friends. She’d been to Sydney heaps of times and I’d never been. She told me she was going to take me to a restaurant that would change my life. The stakes were high.
Hayden Cox’s Lush Backyard Design Feels Like Summer Everyday

3 weeks ago | broadsheet.com.au | Maggie Zhou

One Room: Hayden Cox’s Lush Backyard Brings Vacation Vibes Year-RoundPhoto: Courtesy of Hayden Cox/Anson SmartThe founder of surf label Haydenshapes opens the garden doors to his Sydney home at 6am every day. He steps out to an infinity-like pool overlooking peninsula views, a custom floating daybed, an outdoor shower and a cosy firepit area. In the Sydney home of Hayden Cox, founder of surf and lifestyle brand Haydenshapes, it’s summer all year around.
Tomorrow-Today’s Serum Stick Instantly Boosts Glow

4 weeks ago | broadsheet.com.au | Maggie Zhou

For all the perks that come with weighted, luxe beauty packaging, there’s something to be said about beauty goods that prioritise ease and convenience. Take Tomorrow-Today Beauty’s Hydration Hero Balm. It’s a lightweight, portable salve that’s multi-use and gentle on skin. The Korean-made serum-cum-balm promises to help boost your complexion’s glow and brightness by sealing in moisture and acting as a protective guard against blue light exposure and pollution.
The 13 Best Rugby Shirts and Preppy Polos To Shop in 2025

1 month ago | broadsheet.com.au | Simone Richardson |Maggie Zhou

Tenniscore might’ve ruled your wardrobe last summer, but this season it’s all about a different kind of sporty uniform: the rugby shirt. Once a staple of muddy playing fields, the now-trending style is no longer reserved for ball games. At Copenhagen Fashion Week, it appeared styled with sequins and sheer skirts, while others offset cherry-red stripes with lace and satin.
Surfboard designer Hayden Cox’s outdoor oasis gives off endless summer

1 month ago | domain.com.au | Maggie Zhou

By Maggie ZhouMay 28, 2025In the Sydney home of Hayden Cox, founder of surf and lifestyle brand Haydenshapes, it’s summer all year around. His Palm Beach property, shared with his wife Danielle Cox, is nothing short of an oasis; a multi-level, north-facing, lofty build that’s up in the treetops, overlooking Booti Booti National Park’s peninsula. It’s been nearly three decades since Hayden launched his surf label. And one thing that’s remained throughout this time is his do-it-yourself gusto.
Shopping Spree: This Season’s Best New Sydney Store Openings

1 month ago | broadsheet.com.au | Maggie Zhou

Across fashion and lifestyle, there’s been an exciting crop of new stores opening in Sydney. In particular, Paddington and Bondi have recently welcomed a few additions to their streets, from jewellery label Temple of the Sun to bedding brand Sheet Society. Bookmark these new brick-and-mortar stores for your next shopping trip. Here for a short and sweet time, Coach is holding a larger-than-life pop-up. The Coach Tabby Shop is an interactive and sensory-laden installation.
Five of the Best Trends From Australian Fashion Week 2025

1 month ago | broadsheet.com.au | Simone Richardson |Maggie Zhou

While this year’s Australian Fashion Week program has been condensed, there’s been no shortage of style inspiration. On and off the runway, we stayed alert looking for the fashion trends that deserve a spot in your wardrobe. At Sydney’s Carriageworks, we sat down with writer and brand consultant Zara Wong for her tips on incorporating these trends without compromising your personal style. Sheer is (still) hereNever miss a moment. Make sure you're signed up to our free newsletter.
Photo Diary: Nicol & Ford’s Road to Australian Fashion Week

1 month ago | broadsheet.com.au | Maggie Zhou

The Fashion IssueHow does a runway show come to life? Sydney label Nicol & Ford takes us behind the scenes – from ostrich feathers and Powerpoint slides to corset emergencies and final catwalk looks. All images courtesy Cerise Hamam for Nicol & FordAll images courtesy Cerise Hamam for Nicol & FordThe Fashion IssueHow does a runway show come to life? Sydney label Nicol & Ford takes us behind the scenes – from ostrich feathers and Powerpoint slides to corset emergencies and final catwalk looks.
The New Workwear Rules

1 month ago | broadsheet.com.au | Sally Mackinnon |Maggie Zhou

Gone are the days when work meant isolated office cubicles, mandatory high heels and a suit-and-tie for all. We’re in a new era of work culture: one that’s thrown the sartorial rulebook out the window and has cancelled most of your meetings because they probably could’ve been an email instead. This brave new work world can be liberating, but it’s also in flux. The pandemic completely rewrote professional expectations, leaving a giant question mark over appropriate 2020s office wear.