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Bonds and Double Rainbouu launch a new collab this summer

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Get ready to ride the wave of style this summer with the sizzling new collaboration between two legendary Aussie icons—Bonds and Double Rainbouu. This dynamic duo is set to transform your wardrobe with a 15-piece collection launching on 2 October. It’s the ultimate fusion of Bonds’ laid-back, comfy fits and Double Rainbouu’s vibrant, seaside-inspired prints. Say goodbye to the days of separate wardrobes; say hello to a collection that takes you seamlessly from bed head to beach babe. Picture this: you, draped in the collection’s matching Hawaiian sets or kicking back in a comfy dress, effortlessly transitioning from your bedroom to the beach. The range includes woven boxers, cropped tanks, and graphic tees, perfect for any laid-back summer adventure. But the show-stopper? Quick-dry undies with a chlorine-resistant and fast-drying fabric, alongside an ultra-soft robe—your new best mates for lounging by the waves. Bonds’ Marketing Manager, Christie Madsen, couldn’t contain her excitement about the collaboration, stating, “Bonds is known for its comfy fits and wardrobe staples. Double Rainbouu has built a cult following with its bold prints and youthful attitude. Bringing the energy of these iconic Aussie brands together has been a labour of love and we can’t wait to kick off summer in style!” Double Rainbouu Co-Founder Mikey Nolan chimed in, “Collaborating with Bonds has been a dream of ours since Double Rainbouu began. We started with a lighthearted design concept: how much can you really get away with wearing underwear at the beach?” The collection is a playful nod to summer’s carefree spirit, bringing… Read More

Investing in bonds: what they are and how to get into them

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If you listen to Warren Buffet, the world’s most renowned and successful investor (he’s worth over $104bn), then there’s one thing you should look into for your own success. That’s holding in your portfolio around 10% bonds. And the rest of it, he suggests, should be thrown into a good exchange traded fund (ETF) that doesn’t cost much to run, paired with high returns. So if you’re in the market, we spoke to our pals at Stake (sign up here) about bonds, what it all means and a couple of ways you can dip your toes in. Remember, this isn’t financial advice – make your own choices. With inflation being the latest buzz-word in economies over the last year, the possibility of increased interest rates are a possibility for the first time in years. With that, exposure to interest bearing assets like bonds has risen too. A bond is a debt issued by governments or corporations. Attached the debt is a fixed interest payment (coupon) rewarded to investors who hold the bond until its maturity date. With the possibility of interest rate rises, the size of the coupon could potentially increase too making bond investing more feasible for the market. What’s the best way to get access to bonds? The beauty of the US stock market is the variety of its offerings. Sure, names like Tesla and Apple headline the market but there are so many different options for investors. There are renewable energy ETFs and volatility products for instance, all wrapped up and made… Read More