Carlie Oates

Cheese and wine
The three of us (cheese, wine and I) by far have the best relationship I’ve ever had with anyone or anything, it’s a simple understanding we share. All we need to make each other happy is a wood block, a cheese knife and a bottle opener. I’ve always thought of cheese as romantic, so add a splash (or bottle) of wine as it’s an experience to be had.

Net-a-Porter
I love a little shop here and there, and I don’t think there is any place better than Net-a-Porter. I feel I should explain more, but I’d rather you gain the experience yourself. Enjoy and god bless your credit card.

Angus and Julia Stone
There’s a little something special about this music duo, they are clever, talented and damn fine to listen to. I first bought their EP a few years back and feel in love immediately. Their soothing sounds and cryptic lyrics are original and thought provoking. I recently went to their concert at the Enmore Theatre and it was by far the most rewarding experience.

Buddhism
I can’t call myself a Buddhist, but after travelling to many countries where Buddhism is their love/culture/religion I have always felt at peace, a sense of calm when there. I recently travelled to the Buddhist temple in Wollongong, the four hours I spent with my boyfriend exploring and learning their way of life transported my soul to a place that's hard to forget.

Jeffrey Deaver
If you have ever read a book by Jeffrey Deaver you would completely understand where im heading here. I am by no means a words person; I’d never consider retiring and writing a novel – or maybe I would if there was any chance I could write like Jeffrey Deaver. His plot lines and descriptive paragraphs has seen me with tooth picks holding my eyes open at 3am begging to know what the next chapter holds.


Carlie Oates is a stylist whose fine work can be seen in the pages of Sunday and Emporium magazines. She has an impressive lunch-making repertoire and once commando-rolled out of a speeding taxi.