Winter IN Noosa: Fashion Winter 2026
As the air cools and the landscape deepens into rich winter tones, fashion finds its perfect backdrop at The Kin Kin Hotel. Nestled between the coast and hinterland, the region’s most talked-about destination sets the scene for a winter editorial grounded in warmth, texture and timeless style.
Against weathered timber, lush green surrounds and the easy charm of country hospitality, this season’s fashion story embraces an earthy palette of stormy neutrals, illuminated by striking accents of sunset red and burgundy.
Inspired by the natural beauty of hinterland living and the relaxed sophistication of the Sunshine Coast, the collection layers rich colour, tactile fabrics and heritage-inspired silhouettes to create a wardrobe that feels both nostalgic and undeniably modern. The result is a celebration of winter dressing shaped by atmosphere, connection and the understated romance of country escape.
Fashion Editor: Carlie Wacker @worldofwacker
Creative Direction: Ali Smith @graphicalidesign
Photographer: Ian Waldie @ianwaldiephotography
HMUA: Craig and Lara Argent @pony_beauty_bar_noosa
Model: Jessica Rigg @jessica_kate_rigg Chic Management @chic-brisbane
Vastra jacket handloomed Madka silk in Indra from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550.
Burke denim jeans, superfine merino wool singlet, Cable Melbourne, 5211 1482.
Pure cashmere relaxed knit top in biscuit, Edition Ebony Pant in Fawn, Oxford Coat in Port, leather belt, all from Cable Melbourne, 5211 1482.
Brooks Vanguard in Port from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211.
Vastra jacket handloomed Madka silk in Indra from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550
Burke denim jeans, superfine merino wool singlet, Cable Melbourne, 5211 1482
Brooks Vanguard in Port, Frankie4 Levi soft white emboss sneaker and Camper Pelotas Soller in Blue Suede, all from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211.
Birkenstock Wrapped in Pink Clay Suede Frankie4 Levi soft white emboss sneaker Brooks Vanguard in Port
Camper Pelotas Soller in Blue Suede. All from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211.
Cherry Check tie top and skirt, Nadia Dafri clutch and Flabelus Imelda shoes from Sara Leonardi, www.itsafad.com
Highway Tune hat in Moose from Akubra, 0477 384 137
Traveller hat in Sand from Akubra, 0477 384 137 .
14k Yellow Gold and Diamond pendant featuring 6.99ct Queensland Boulder Opal with 9K Yellow Gold Omega Chain; 18k Yellow old and Diamond Ring featuring a 4.2ct Andamooka Crystal Opal; 14k Yellow Gold Ring featuring a 2.9ct Queensland Boulder Opal; 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet featuring Coober Pedy Crystal Opals; 9k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings featuring Coober Pedy Doublet Opals. All from Opals Down Under, 5494 5400
Jeanie Sculptural drawstring top and Lara skirt in black, resin bangle from Wacker Clothing Company, wackerclothingcompany.com.
Olukai slides from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211.
Marilyn shirt embroidery Anglaise and Kiki dress in Chocolate from Wacker Clothing Company, wackerclothingcompany.com. Shoes, model’s own.
Highway Tune hat in Moose from Akubra, 0477 384 137
Kantha Dust Coast in Amba, sheer layer pants, bangles and choker from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550.
Vastra jacket handloomed Madka silk in Indra from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550.
Burke denim jeans, superfine merino wool singlet from Cable Melbourne, 5211 1482.
Camper Pelotas Soller in Blue Suede sneakers from Feet First Noosa, 5447 2211
Ranger hat in Spice from Akubra, 0477 384 137 Scarf from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550 Knits from Cable Melbourne, 5211 1482
Cotton robe from Manawee Garden Centre, 5445 2406
Kantha Dust Coast in Amba, sheer layer pants, bangles and choker from Soul Song Life, 0412 246 550. Shoes, model’s own.
THE TEAM:
Fashion Editor: Carlie Wacker @worldofwacker
Creative Direction: Ali Smith @graphicalidesign
Photographer: Ian Waldie @ianwaldiephotography
HMUA: Craig and Lara Argent @pony_beauty_bar_noosa
Model: Jessica Rigg @jessica_kate_rigg Chic Management @chic-brisbane
