Discover the people, places, and products that inspire Lauren each day.

Whether it’s the scent of her favourite perfume or the lingering memory of a far-off destination, each experience speaks to the cherished moments that have influenced Lauren and her creation of the ROBE universe.

A WOMAN YOU LOOK UP TO

ZOË FOSTER BLAKE AND OLYMPIA VALANCE

Ok, I’ve got two, but I feel very lucky to call both of these women my friends. I look up to them for their courage to be authentically themselves. They’re both strong, intelligent, and very, very funny. Both Zoë and Olympia give amazing pep-talks when I’m doubting myself, or unsure of something. Special mention also goes to Jamila Rizvi, who although I don’t see as often as I would like, has guided me through the difficult moments during my diagnosis and treatment. She’s proven that your life, or your career goals, don’t have to change after a brain tumour, which has been so inspiring to me.

FAVOURITE HOLIDAY DESTINATION

GREECE

I’ve been lucky enough to be invited to Greece twice to do hair for two different weddings. I still daydream about those days. It’s such a special place. The beaches, the food, the cobblestone streets and bright bougainvillea – it’s heaven.

TOP MOOD-BOOSTING SONG

HOW DID I GET HERE BY ODESZA

I will never ever get tired of this song. I saw Odesza live at Coachella and I had tears in my eyes the entire time. It’s so beautiful – just way too short for my liking.

SECRET-WEAPON BEAUTY TOOL

MECCA ZOOM LINER IN TAUPE

This is the perfect eye colour for my ’no-makeup’ makeup days, plus it only takes 30 seconds to apply. Because it’s an easy, smudgy crayon, you really can’t mess it up.

THE QUOTE YOU LIVE YOUR LIFE BY

NOTHING TO FEAR BUT FEAR ITSELF

I got this from my Dad, who lives by this, and has drummed it into me since I was a teenager. It has definitely been useful for me. I was a really shy and nervous teenager that lacked a lot of confidence in myself. I’d often tell my dad that I was scared of things like public speaking, or learning to drive, or whatever it was at the time, and this saying has stayed with me since. It’s a good one for me now, because it reminds me to think of what is actually holding me back from taking the leap into opportunities or taking the steps towards my goals. It was a nice full circle moment for me recently when I got to say it to him, after he called me about something he was weighing up. I definitely think it’s helped me find the courage to move through so many different challenges and moments in my life where I’ve been out of my comfort zone.

MUST-READ BOOK

MANY LIVES, MANY MASTERS BY BRIAN WEISS

I have so many favourite books, but this true story about a psychiatrist who begins treating a patient with so many phobias that they’re affecting her life, is right up there. It goes through the way he treated her with hypnotherapy and got to the bottom of all of her phobias - and had his own spiritual awakening in the process. It’s an incredible mind-opening book that makes you really think about past lives - I recommend it to everyone.

BRAND YOU’VE ALWAYS LOVED

SAINT LAURENT

I’ve loved them for so long but there’s a lot of dreaming happening when I look at their stores. I always end up searching The Frankie Shop for similar pieces, or I look to Australian designers like SIR, Matteau, St Agni, and Camilla and Marc, which are some of my favourites. I’m not a big shopper, but there’s nothing like finding a new piece that just feels amazing when you put it on.

STATEMENT JEWELRY YOU SWEAR BY

HARKNESS FINE JEWELLRY

This brand is owned by my friend Phoebe, and she makes really special pieces. She’s currently making me a custom ring for my 40th birthday. I also love Anna Rossi Jewellery - she has the best style and eye for building and designing the ARJ collections. My drawer is stocked with beautiful sets of classic and unique earrings and necklaces that I love to mix and match with.