Kowtow Loves #05

Nadia Reid is a musician, originally from Port Chalmers in Aotearoa New Zealand. Nadia has been a friend of ours for a long time. Her reflective lyrics and dreamy soundscapes often soar through the Kowtow stores. Now living in London, with a new album due to be released early next year, she’s returning to our shores to tour across New Zealand and Australia. We spoke to Nadia in anticipation of her first show back home.

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Kowtow Loves #04

Beci Orpin is a Melbourne-based designer, illustrator, maker and a long time friend of Kowtow. Her exciting use of colour, shape and the eternal optimism shown in her art delights us. Beci’s book ‘Book of Girls’ sits proudly on the bookshelf at the Kowtow workroom. 

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Kowtow Loves #03

Elfy Scott is a Sydney based journalist, best known for her work on politics, social issues and mental health advocacy. A true example of using your platform for good, Elfy reflects what it is to be a journalist in the modern media landscape.

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Kowtow Loves #02

Loneliness is a shared experience that often goes overlooked. After experiencing this herself, Sophie McIntyre founded Club Sup - a supper club for people to make authentic and lasting connections across Melbourne and Sydney. The idea of shared connection through food, music, literature and art is something we often discuss at the Kowtow Workroom and Sophie’s approach to fostering community and connections is one we admire. We spoke to Sophie about the inception of Club Sup, her experience at these events and the most worn piece in her wardrobe.

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Kowtow Loves #01

Cafe Freda’s is a neighbourhood eatery in Sydney that believes in culture, community, music, good time fun and kindness. Founded by Dave Abram with wife, Creative Director and artist Carla Uriarte, it’s a hub filled with colour and intrigue. Carla’s art is full of bold colours, a delight to the Kowtow team. We spoke with Carla and Dave about their work, their community and their relationship to getting dressed.

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